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Driving Performance Forward: Oerlikon Balzers’ S3p Technology Sets a New Benchmark in Motorsport Coa
October 22nd 2025
In a highly technical session of Race Industry Now, Oerlikon Balzers showcased how its latest advancements in surface engineering are transforming high-performance engines and drivetrains across global motorsport. The presentation — “Driving Performance Forward: S3p Expansion, DLC Gearbox & Engi …
John Doonan To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 22nd 2025
John Doonan, President of IMSA, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by EPART …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 29
October 22nd 2025
Wednesday, October 29 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #563 - "Coolant Testing & Treatment: Best Practices for Racing, Performance & Heavy-Duty Engines" by PeakFeaturing Joe Long, Old World Industries Senior Field Technical Trainer. Hosted by Chuck Lynch, Vice President of Technical Service, AERA (Aut …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW, The Weekly Webinar Series From EPARTRADE
October 22nd 2025
Wednesday, October 29 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #563 - "Coolant Testing & Treatment: Best Practices for Racing, Performance & Heavy-Duty Engines" by PeakFeaturing Joe Long, Old World Industries Senior Field Technical Trainer. Hosted by Chuck Lynch, Vice President of Technical Service, AERA (Aut …
Format change announced for Veterans Race of Remembrance
October 22nd 2025
The inaugural CrowdStrike Veterans Race of Remembrance Powered by AWS will move to a one-day, six-hour endurance race format on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at VIRginia International Raceway (VIR).According to Operation Motorsport, the adjustment — made in collaboration with sanctioning partner USAC Raci …
Sumitomo Sensing Core provides real-time tire intelligence in Falken Porsche NLS tests
October 22nd 2025
As part of creating a safer and more sustainable future, Sensing Core, a sensorless technology developed by Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has been tested throughout the 2025 Nürburgring Ring Endurance (NLS) season on the Falken Porsche 911 GT3 R. The solution demonstrated its potential to enhance safe …
Race Technologies appoints Sean Crawford as President and Chief Revenue Officer
October 22nd 2025
Race Technologies, a global partner in performance braking and aftermarket solutions for automotive and powersports applications, has announced the appointment of Sean Crawford as its new President and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).In this role, Crawford will be responsible for driving strategic growt …
Goodyear to debut new left-side tire for Cup Series Playoffs race at Martinsville
October 22nd 2025
Goodyear will introduce a new left-side tire for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs race, bringing a softer compound to Martinsville Speedway.Goodyear officials indicated that the new left-side tire should wear more aggressively than the previous left-side setup at the 0.526-mile Virginia short tra …
NASCAR unveils San Diego street course layout
October 22nd 2025
NASCAR’s inaugural event in San Diego on Naval Base Coronado will feature a 16-turn course measuring 3.4 miles.It will be the longest course on the 2026 schedule. The lap distance of the event is still to be determined, but NASCAR unveiled renderings of the course on Tuesday. NASCAR heads to San Die …
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October 22nd 2025
The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #562 - "Driving Performance Forward: S3p Expansion, DLC Gearbox & Engine Solutions. Shaping the Future of Performance Coatings in Global Motorsport" by OerlikonFeaturing Martin Hahn, Global Product Manager Piston Group & …
LABA7 Heads to SEMA and PRI 2025
October 21st 2025
VILNIUS, Lithuania - LABA7 announces its participation in two of the world’s leading automotive trade shows - SEMA Show 2025 in Las Vegas and PRI 2025 in Indianapolis. Visitors will have the chance to explore the company’s most advanced suspension testing equipment, alongside new, yet-to-be-an …
Doug Boles To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 21st 2025
Doug Boles President of INDYCAR & Indianapolis Motor Speedway, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUS …
McLaren taps Garage 59 as new FIA WEC LMGT3 partner
October 21st 2025
McLaren has tapped Garage 59 for a new role as its LMGT3 partner in the FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2026, taking over from United Autosports as it shifts focus toward operating its top-class program.The move comes ahead of a hugely important year for the Woking brand in sportscar ra …
R+L Carriers signs multiyear deal as primary sponsor of Elite Motorsports Top Fueler
October 21st 2025
Elite Motorsports has announced that R+L Carriers, a global transportation provider designed to provide superior service at competitive pricing, has signed a multiyear deal to be the primary sponsor of the Elite Motorsports Top Fuel dragster that will be driven by motorsports legend Tony Stewart beg …
Repsol partners with MotoGP™ to become the exclusive lubricant supplier for Moto2™ and Moto3™
October 21st 2025
Repsol has enterid into a strategic alliance with Dorna Sports, the organizer of the MotoGP World Championship, to become the exclusive official supplier of lubricants for the Moto2 and Moto3 categories. This agreement, which will run from 2026 through 2030, marks a significant milestone in the comp …
Hispano Suiza and Michelin collaborate on exclusive tire for the Carmen Sagrera
October 21st 2025
Hispano Suiza has collaborated with Michelin to develop a customized tire for the Carmen Sagrera. The fully electric hypercar has been designed, manufactured and tested in Spain and delivers 1,114hp and 1,160Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 2.6 seconds.The hypercar demand …
FIA World Motor Sport Council updates focus on sustainable mobility
October 21st 2025
Following its third meeting, the FIA World Motor Sport Council has announced new regulations for sustainable energy and e-karting and minor amendments to the Formula 1 Technical Regulations.FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said, “So far, this year has been one of growth as we see partnerships and …
Steve O’Donnell To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 20th 2025
Steve O’Donnell, President of NASCAR, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by …
Apple confirmed as F1’s new U.S. broadcaster
October 20th 2025
Formula 1 has confirmed Apple will be the new broadcaster partner of the sport in the United States on a five-year deal.Apple has won the rights from ESPN – the sports broadcasting giant that had held the rights since 2018 – as it builds on the success of the F1 movie that was released earlier this …
IHRA acquires Powerboat P1 USA / P1 Offshore, launching Unified 2026 Powerboat Racing Season
October 20th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Powerboat P1 USA / P1 Offshore, marking a transformative milestone in the evolution of professional powerboat racing. The unification of these two respected motorsport organizations establishes a bold new direction for t …
MSHFA seeks applicants for position of president
October 20th 2025
The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is now accepting applications for the position of President.Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Board of DirectorsManages: Small staffThis position is on-site in Daytona Beach, FL based on the grounds of Daytona International SpeedwayPosition Overview: The …
WEC confirms ERS mandate for new Hypercars
October 20th 2025
A key change to the power unit rules has been outlined in the 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar technical regulations, which were published earlier today.Article 5.3 in the document states that “An ERS is optional but shall become mandatory for all newly homologated vehicles from 2026 onwards.”The change in the …
NASCAR to partner with United Rentals as official IMPACT Partner in support of Team Rubicon disaster
October 17th 2025
NASCAR and United Rentals today announced that United Rentals, the world’s largest equipment rental company, has joined the league as an official IMPACT Partner in joint support of Team Rubicon, the veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves communities before, during, and after disasters and …
F1 agrees to more relief for struggling 2026 power unit manufacturers
October 17th 2025
Formula 1 and the FIA have agreed more mechanisms to allow any power unit manufacturer struggling under the 2026 regulations to address their issues.Next year brings the introduction of complex new power units introduced that increase the influence of the battery and hybrid system, in a move that ha …
Mopar joins Team Peugeot TotalEnergies for 2026 WEC
October 17th 2025
Mopar has announced its official partnership with Team Peugeot TotalEnergies starting with the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.Beyond its technical contribution, with Mopar factory-engineered original parts in the race car, the partnership positions Mopar brand as a key player in …
Škoda teases sustainable production car technologies with Enyaq RS Race concept car
October 16th 2025
Škoda Motorsport has leveraged Bcomp technologies in its 2025 Enyaq RS Race. The material technology has reportedly contributed to a weight cut of 316kg in a pilot project demonstrating sustainable lightweighting.The all-electric concept car is inspired by Škoda’s rally DNA. It is based on the Škoda …
NHRA scores its most-watched telecast on record at Texas
October 16th 2025
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series had the most-watched broadcast in NHRA history for the final rounds of the Texas NHRA FallNationals, which drew 2.065 million viewers on FOX for Sunday’s eliminations coverage from Texas Motorplex.Airing as the fourth of six races in the Countdown to the Cha …
Race Ready: How Grant Products Crafts the Perfect Steering Wheel
October 15th 2025
In a recent episode of Race Industry Now, the weekly EPARTRADE technical webinar series, Todd Froelich, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Grant Products, joined host Brad Gillie of SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift to explore how Grant has perfected steering wheel technology for the motorsport wor …
ARP Announces Bonus Program For California Hot Rod Reunion
October 15th 2025
Industry-leading fastener manufacturer Automotive Racing Products (ARP) will once again support grassroots, nostalgia drag racing at the California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports, October 24–26 at Bakersfield’s Famoso Dragstrip.In addition to Sportsman Class Winner payouts …
Loutraki to host 2026 EKO Acropolis Rally Greece
October 15th 2025
After five successful years headquartered in Lamia, the event will return to a region steeped in rallying heritage. Loutraki, located on the Gulf of Corinth and just an hour from capital city Athens, previously hosted the Acropolis between 2009 and 2013, and now welcomes the WRC back with renewed am …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 22
October 15th 2025
Wednesday, October 22 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #562 - "Driving Performance Forward: S3p Expansion, DLC Gearbox & Engine Solutions. Shaping the Future of Performance Coatings in Global Motorsport" by OerlikonFeaturing Martin Hahn, Global Product Manager Piston Group & Motorsports; Dr. Martin Bo …
Participants in EPARTRADE, RACER and SPEED SPORT Webinar Series include:
October 15th 2025
Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Racing; Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing; Rick Hendrick, Owner of Hendrick Motorsports; Jimmie Johnson, 7-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and Co-owner of Legacy Motor Club; Adrian Newey, Chief Technical Officer of Red Bull Racing; Roger Penske, Fo …
IHRA launches first issue of new era Drag Review Magazine
October 15th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce the release of the first issue of Drag Review Magazine under its revitalized “New Era.” The magazine, a long-standing voice of IHRA drag racing, returns to print and digital platforms with a renewed vision - capturing the energy, …
Ferrari unveils production-ready chassis and components for full-electric Elettrica
October 15th 2025
Ferrari has revealed the production-ready chassis and components of its new electric car, the first full-electric model in its history. The Elettrica is the culmination of technological research into electrification that began with the first hybrid solutions derived from Ferrari’s 2009 Formula 1 car …
Willow Springs Revitalized makes debut
October 15th 2025
A new chapter for America’s oldest road course was launched at Willow Springs Reimagined last Saturday.Willow Springs International Raceway hosted its first large-scale event since being acquired by a new ownership group earlier this year, offering a full day of on-track demonstrations, curated disp …
Crower Rocker Arms: Strength, Precision, and Proven Performance
October 15th 2025
Crower rocker arms represent the perfect balance of strength, precision, and innovation — engineered to deliver maximum valvetrain efficiency in both high-performance street engines and professional race applications. With decades of experience in precision machining and valvetrain design, Crower ha …
Tracy inducted into Ontario Sports Hall of Fame
October 14th 2025
Paul Tracy is among this year's inductees into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame.The 2003 Champ Car champion was the sole motorsports representative in a class that also included multiple world record-holding swimmer Summer McIntosh and the 2019 NBA championship-winning Toronto Raptors team."I am hono …
Wheatley joins Hyundai Motorsport as WRC Sporting Director
October 14th 2025
The Briton joins the Alzenau-based team with immediate effect in the newly created role and will attend this week’s Central European Rally (16 - 19 October), followed by FORUM8 Rally Japan and Rally Saudi Arabia, before taking on a full programme in 2026.Reporting to Hyundai Motorsport President Cyr …
Knoxville, Huset’s Set to Host Memorial Day Weekend Doubleheader
October 14th 2025
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series will celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Knoxville Raceway and Huset’s Speedway in 2026.For the first time in Series history, the two premier dirt tracks will host a doubleheader event during the greatest weekend in motorsports, with an added vis …
McLaren Technology Centre installs Dynisma Motion Generator simulator
October 14th 2025
McLaren Automotive has installed a Dynisma Motion Generator (DMG) at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, UK. The DMG-1 simulator, which has already been integrated into the W1 development program, marks the expansion of the auto maker’s virtual development capabilities, enabling the acceleratio …
IHRA Powerboat Racing announces $250,000 Key West purse and $1 Million Offshore purse for 2026 Seaso
October 13th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is turning up the throttle as its expansion into powerboat racing surges ahead. Building on the momentum of its 2025 debut, IHRA is proud to announce a $250,000 purse at the Key West Championship.Racers will enjoy exclusive IHRA hospitality on the Outer M …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 15
October 10th 2025
Wednesday, October 15 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #561 - "Race Ready: How Grant Products Crafts the Perfect Steering Wheel" by Grant ProductsFeaturing Todd Froelich, Vice President Sales and Marketing. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast …
Ansible Motion reveals Theta Cube Sport simulator
October 10th 2025
Ansible Motion has announced its Theta Cube Sport driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulator, developed for motorsports and reportedly bringing the realism of large, permanently installed systems into a self-contained, transportable and turnkey package to enable engineering-class DIL simulation in a compact …
FIA launches new driver safety index
October 10th 2025
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has introduced the FIA Driver Safety Index (DSI). This subscription-based Software as a Service (SaaS) solution aims to empower public and private organizations to measure and compare driver risk in a universal, reliable and actionable way.Every ye …
Michelin and IMSA extend supply agreement through 2035
October 10th 2025
IMSA and Michelin have announced a long-term extension of their partnership, ensuring that the French constructor will remain the “Official Tire of IMSA” through the 2035 season. The agreement was confirmed during the IMSA State of the Series conference at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on October 9. …
2026 USAC Sprint Season to launch with six Florida races in February
October 10th 2025
Sunshine and a $24,000 point fund will greet USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship competitors when the 2026 season opens in the state of Florida February 8-14.Winter Dirt Games XVII Presented by Yokohama Tires champion earning the most total points throughout the series will earn a $12,000 r …
WRC launches new spectator safety campaign
October 9th 2025
The campaign debuted on WRC’s social channels with a hard-hitting video that combines footage of risky fan behaviour with candid reactions from the championship’s top drivers.“We are pushing to the limits. We know the road is closed and that the people are safe – even if it goes wrong, we’re risking …
NASCAR increasing horsepower at select tracks for 2026
October 9th 2025
NASCAR confirmed on Wednesday an increase in horsepower, from 670 to 750, at some tracks for the 2026 season.The increase for Cup Series teams will apply to all road and street courses, as well as ovals shorter than 1.5 miles in length. In total, 17 racetracks will feature the uprated power level.“L …
WIMNA PARTNERS WITH GAINBRIDGE FOR XFINITY 500 AT MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY
October 9th 2025
Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) will partner with Gainbridge and NASCAR Cup Series driver Michael McDowell for a special paint scheme honoring women in North American motorsports who play key roles across the sport during the Oct. 26 Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway. From drivers …
Off-Season Battery Maintenance: Maximizing Power, Performance, and Longevity with XS Power Batterie
October 8th 2025
As racing teams wrap up their competitive seasons, one of the most overlooked—but technically critical—tasks in motorsport preparation is battery maintenance. In a recent Race Industry Now technical webinar, Jed Emert of XS Power Batteries joined Brad Gillie of SiriusXM Late Shift to dive deep into …