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Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett and Richard Freeman Launch Groundbreaking TSR Elite Alliance

December 2nd 2025

A new era in NHRA Top Fuel competition is taking shape as 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and NHRA Top Fuel winner Tony Stewart, 12-time Top Fuel event winner Leah Pruett, and Elite Motorsports owner Richard Freeman formally unveiled the next evolution of their partnership: a powerful, business-dr …

Leadership, Driver Development, and NASCAR Dominance with Tyler Gibbs of TRD

December 2nd 2025

Just over one year into his role as Group Vice President and President of Toyota Racing Development (TRD) USA, Tyler Gibbs is leading one of the most successful periods in Toyota’s NASCAR history while simultaneously shaping the future of the sport through driver development, global brand alignment, …

Honda Racing Corporation USA Charts the Future of Motorsport with Technology and Talent

December 2nd 2025

Two years after the historic transition from Honda Performance Development (HPD) to Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the transformation is proving to be far more than a simple name change. It represents a new era of global alignment, technical collaboration, and commercial expansion for Honda’ …

The 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK — Full Schedule — Dec 1–4, 2025

December 2nd 2025

Join EPARTRADE and RACER for four days of LIVE webinars with the world’s top race industry leaders, sanctioning bodies, and promoters—packed with insights, strategies, and trends you won’t want to miss!Speakers include Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion; Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCA …

Ford Racing Accelerates Into a New Global Era as Mark Rushbrook Previews Formula 1, Hypercar, Dakar

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director, Ford Racing, delivered a sweeping update on Ford’s expanding global motorsports strategy, highlighting a historic period of transformation that includes Ford’s return to Formula 1 in 2026, the launch of its Hypercar program for Le Mans in 2 …

Cadillac F1, New Camaro Cup Car and Next-Gen Tech: Jim Campbell Outlines GM’s Racing Vision

December 2nd 2025

From inside General Motors’ high-performance powertrain facility in Pontiac, Michigan, Jim Campbell, Vice President, Performance and Motorsports Commercial Operations, General Motors, joined Race Industry Week to share an in-depth look at GM’s expanding global motorsports footprint – highlighted by …

Mazda Motorsports Showcases Next Generation of Talent and Momentum in MX-5 Cup Program

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, Jonathan Applegate, Senior Manager, Mazda Motorsports, highlighted the strength, depth and future direction of Mazda’s driver development ecosystem, headlined by the Idemitsu Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Whelan and the recently completed 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout.From a …

GRID LIFE Founder Chris Stewart Outlines the Next Chapter of the Motorsport–Music Movement

December 2nd 2025

During EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Chris Stewart, Founder of Gridlife, delivered a candid and forward-looking update on one of the most influential grassroots motorsport platforms in North America. From its roots as a single track-day festival to its current status as a national motor …

USAC’s Kevin Miller Highlights Explosive Growth, Innovation and a Multi-Discipline Future

December 2nd 2025

Speaking during EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Kevin Miller, President & CEO of USAC (United States Auto Club), outlined how one of America’s most historic sanctioning bodies has transformed into a modern, multi-discipline motorsports powerhouse — spanning sprint cars, midgets, Silve …

Michael Cobb, President & CEO of SCCA, Details Record Participation, Grassroots Growth and Future

December 2nd 2025

Michael Cobb, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week for a wide-ranging discussion on the health, momentum and future direction of grassroots motorsports in the United States. The conversation highlighted record participa …

Rodi Basso on Launching E1: How Electric Powerboat Racing Is Shaping the Future of Water Mobility

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, EPARTRADE welcomed Rodi Basso, Founder and CEO of the E1 Series, the world’s first all-electric powerboat championship. In a wide-ranging interview, Basso shared the origins of the series, the technological vision behind the groundbreaking RaceBird boat, and how E1 is rede …

F1 Insider Chris Medland Joins Race Industry Week Live from Abu Dhabi with Exclusive Red Bull Update

December 2nd 2025

Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE brought the global Formula 1 paddock directly to its audience as renowned F1 journalist and broadcaster Chris Medland joined the program live from Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, during the final Grand Prix weekend of the season – complete with a live news line from …

You are in! Welcome to DAY 2 of RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025!

December 2nd 2025

The Presentation will Start Today  at 6:45 AM PST | 9:45 AM EST |11:45 AM Sao Paolo | 3:45 PM Paris | 6:45 PM Dubai | 11:45 PM Tokyo |1:45 AM (next day) Sydney6:45 AM PST:"Welcome" by EPARTRADE & RACER7:00 AM PST:Featured Racing Series:  Formula 1Chris Medland, F1 journalist and broadc …

Racing Legend Danny Sullivan Closes Day One of Race Industry Week with Great Insights

December 1st 2025

Race Industry Week closed out its opening day with a powerful and wide-ranging conversation featuring Danny Sullivan – 1985 Indianapolis 500 winner, 1988 CART champion, former Formula 1 driver, broadcaster, steward and lifelong ambassador of the sport.Interviewed by Brad Gillie and introduced by Fra …

Patrick Long Shares the Story Behind Luftgekühlt and the New Era of Porsche Culture at Race Industry

December 1st 2025

Former Porsche factory driver and two-time Le Mans winner Patrick Long joined Race Industry Week to share the evolution of Luftgekühlt, the globally celebrated air-cooled Porsche gathering he co-founded, and to reflect on the broader moment that car culture and motorsport are enjoying around the wor …

Andy Lally Shares Bold Vision for Trans Am’s Future During Race Industry Week Appearance

December 1st 2025

Newly appointed Trans Am President Andy Lally joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week to reflect on his first year leading the iconic American road racing series and to outline an unapologetically bold vision for 2026—Trans Am’s 60th anniversary season and beyond.Lally, a five-time Rolex 24 at Daytona …

IMSA Enters “Another Golden Era” as John Doonan Reflects on 2025 Momentum and an Electrifying 2026 O

December 1st 2025

During Race Industry Week, John Doonan, President of the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), delivered an in-depth look at the current state and future direction of North America’s premier sports car sanctioning body. With the countdown clock already showing just 47 days until the Rolex 2 …

SpeedTour’s Vintage Core, Modern Vision: Michael Printup Outlines the Future of SVRA and Parella Mot

December 1st 2025

During Race Industry Week, Michael Printup, Chief Operating Officer of Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), shared a detailed look at the future of SpeedTour and the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) — highlighting a sharpened focus on competitor experience, expanded schedule clarity, and a …

Tickets On Sale for the 104th Running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb as CEO Melissa Eick

December 1st 2025

With tickets officially going on sale today for the 104th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, anticipation is already building for one of motorsports’ most legendary events. During a special interview on Race Industry Week, Melissa Eickhoff, CEO of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, offered a …

World Racing League President RJ Till Highlights Growth, Innovation and “No-Contact” Culture During

December 1st 2025

World Racing League (WRL) President RJ Till joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week to share how the series has evolved into one of North America’s premier endurance racing platforms—bridging the gap between grassroots club racing and professional motorsport, while staying true to its mission: “a prof …

Championship Chemistry: Doug Kalitta and Alan Johnson Reflect on a Dominant Title Run as NHRA Heads

December 1st 2025

Two-time NHRA Top Fuel Champion Doug Kalitta (2023 & 2025) and legendary crew chief Alan Johnson, winner of 14 Top Fuel Championships with seven different drivers, joined EPARTRADE Industry Week fresh off one of the most commanding playoff runs in recent NHRA history. Together, driver and crew c …

Josh Hart Named New John Force Racing Top Fuel Driver for 2026 as NHRA’s 75th Season Ushers in a New

December 1st 2025

Two-time NHRA Top Fuel winner Josh Hart is officially stepping into one of the most iconic seats in all of motorsports. Beginning in 2026, Hart will drive for John Force Racing (JFR), joining the sport’s most legendary organization as the NHRA celebrates its historic 75th anniversary season. In an i …

Kyle Larson on Championship Resilience, Racing Without Limits, and Building the Future of Dirt Track

December 1st 2025

Fresh off capturing his second NASCAR Cup Series Championship (2025) — adding to his historic 2021 title — Kyle Larson joined Race Industry Week for an in-depth conversation that pulled back the curtain on one of the most versatile and driven competitors in modern motorsports. From the relentless pa …

Peter Thul on WRC’s Next Era: Saudi Finale, Ogier’s Ninth Title, and the Road to WRC 27

December 1st 2025

The 2025 FIA World Rally Championship season had barely finished when Peter Thul – two-time German National Co-Driver Champion and WRC Promoter – joined Race Industry Week to unpack one of the series’ most consequential seasons yet and outline a bold future built around new technical regulations, ne …

NASCAR’s Future in Focus: EVP & Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst on Playoffs, Next Gen E

December 1st 2025

In an in-depth interview, NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst offered a sweeping look at the current state and future direction of the sport, covering everything from potential playoff evolution and ongoing Next Gen (Gen-7) development to increased horsep …

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