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NASCAR to announce 2026 championship format on Monday Jan. 12
January 9th 2026
NASCAR will announce the championship format for 2026 and beyond in a Monday, Jan. 12 press conference that will be live streamed from Concord, North Carolina.Live video coverage will be available to stream at 3:30 p.m. ET on NASCAR.com, The NASCAR Channel and NASCAR YouTube.Additionally, a special …
Penske Entertainment adds $11 million to IndyCar Leaders Circle
January 9th 2026
Penske Entertainment set aside $31.9 million in 2025 for structured payouts to IndyCar Series team owners in possession of Leaders Circle contracts, and has added $11 million to the total for 2026.Through the Leaders Circle program, which is exclusively available to IndyCar’s 25 charter entries, the …
Details released for new HybridV10 series
January 9th 2026
First teased in mid-2025, further details have been released for a new, top level, single seater championship, HybridV10, with a target date of 2028 or 2029 for the initial races.Spearheaded by Anthony Hamilton, the series appears to be pitching itself as a direct competitor to F1 and will be staged …
IndyCar gets new technical inspection truck and tools
January 9th 2026
Penske Entertainment has purchased a new technical inspection trailer that will be run by its new Independent Officiating Board (IOB) and the regulatory compliance staff who will work for the Penske-funded IndyCar Officiating Incorporated (IOI).“The tech truck that goes down the road for the entire …
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Names Michael Good as president
January 8th 2026
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced that its Board of Directors unanimously selected Michael Good as the new president of the Museum. Good will officially begin his duties on Feb. 2.Good comes to the Museum from Performance Racing Industry (PRI), where he has served as president sin …
Racer Media & Marketing announces executive leadership transition; CJ Olivares appointed Group CEO
January 8th 2026
Racer Media & Marketing, Inc. (RACER), the premier North American authority on motorsports and car culture, today announced the appointment of CJ Olivares as Group CEO. Olivares, who currently serves as President of RACER Network LLC (RACER Network), will expand his leadership to include strateg …
Racing America Chief Operating Officer Michael Printup.passes away
January 8th 2026
acing America is devastated to confirm the sudden passing of Chief Operating Officer Michael Printup. Michael was an icon in motorsports, a great partner and a friend. His passion for racing and commitment to the industry made a lasting impact on the sport. He will be deeply missed. Racing America s …
Toyota reveals TR010 Hypercar
January 8th 2026
Toyota has shown off its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar, the TR010, as part of a broader shift in identity for its European R&D operation.The 2026 TR010 is an evolution of the highly successful LMH-spec GR010 prototype, sporting a brand-new aero package that the Japanese marque h …
Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe rebrands as Toyota Racing ahead of 2026 season
January 7th 2026
Toyota and Toyota Racing have changed the company name of the European research and development center and subsidiary from Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe to Toyota Racing, effective January 7, 2026.Toyota Racing aims to strengthen the foundation for Toyota’s long-term technological development by …
Nissan Formula E Team renews sustainability partnership with Coral
January 7th 2026
Nissan Formula E Team has announced the continuation of its collaboration with Coral, which has been in place since October 2023, for the next two seasons of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The UAE-based climate technology company assists businesses in managing their carbon emissions and e …
PMG Suzuki appoints Makita as technical partner
January 7th 2026
Makita USA and PMG Suzuki have announced a technical partnership ahead of the 2026 SuperMotocross Championship that will bring together Makita’s engineering and Suzuki’s racing heritage through the Pipes Motorsports Group (PMG) Suzuki program.Under the agreement, Makita USA will serve as a technical …
Melling Engine Parts Celebrates 80 Years of Excellence in the Automotive Industry
January 6th 2026
Melling Engine Parts proudly announces its 80th anniversary as a family-owned leader in the automotive aftermarket industry. Since its founding in 1946 by George Melling Sr. and his son Ben, Melling has been committed to delivering high-quality engine components that keep vehicles running strong.Wha …
Steve Phelps to step away from NASCAR
January 6th 2026
NASCAR today announced that Steve Phelps has made the personal decision to step away from the company and his role as Commissioner of America’s top motorsport. Phelps, who joined NASCAR in 2005, will transition out of the company by the end of the month, leaving a legacy of leadership and a strategi …
Daren Lucas named President of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America
January 6th 2026
Daren Lucas, a 35-year career professional in sports marketing, private equity, fundraising, college athletics and motorsports has been named President of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA). The appointment returns Lucas to the Daytona Beach area where he previously held several executi …
Tony Stewart Named Grand Marshal for 40th Chili Bowl Nationals
January 6th 2026
When you envision the Mount Rushmore of racing, for many, the name Tony Stewart is on that list, and rightfully so.A USAC Triple-Crown titlist, Chili Bowl champion in 2002 and 2007, along with driving titles in NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA, and SRX, to name a few, the list of accolades and accomplishments …
Hot Shot’s Secret Introduces Tick Fix + Protect™ Advanced Oil Enhancer with FR3 Nano Technology
January 6th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret®, the fastest growing high-performance lubricant brand in the USA, introduces Tick Fix + Protect™. This advanced oil enhancer developed for gas-powered vehicles addresses the root cause of valvetrain noise and hydraulic lifter malfunction by targeting damaging conditions uniquely f …
IHRA Acquires Rockingham Speedway
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the purchase of Rockingham Speedway, one of the most iconic and storied venues in American motorsports.The move reflects IHRA’s commitment to preserving motorsports heritage while thoughtfully reinvesting in legendary racing properties. Kn …
IHRA Names Tommy Thomassie as Executive Vice President, Director of Powerboating; Releases 2026 Offs
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the appointment of Tommy Thomassie as Executive Vice President, Director of Powerboating, and released the official 2026 IHRA Offshore Series National Championship schedule.The announcement advances IHRA’s long-term vision for offshore pow …
IHRA Purchases Heartland Park
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas, reinforcing IHRA’s long-term commitment to preserving motorsports history while reimagining legendary venues for the future.Originally opened in 1963 as Topeka Dragway, the f …
RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025 was Spectacular - Watch The Recordings
December 30th 2025
Speakers included Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion; Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Owner of Tony Stewart Racing and Top Fuel NHRA Winner; Leah Pruett, NHRA Star and 12-time Top Fuel Event Winner; Steve O'Donnell, President of NASCAR; Doug Boles, President of IN …
Leschiutta stepping down as Lamborghini head of motorsport
December 29th 2025
Maurizio Leschiutta is set to step down as Lamborghini's head of motorsport at the end of the calendar year.Leschiutta (pictured above) will depart the Italian manufacturer after a short stint. He was originally appointed in mid-January to succeed Giorgio Sanna and oversee its GT and prototype effor …
Pirelli Tires renews years-long partnership with International GT
December 29th 2025
International GT announced today the renewal of their long-time partnership with racing icon Pirelli Tires.International GT is a GT3 and GT4 platform late-model sports car racing series open to Porsches, Ferraris and other major racing marques, competing on the premier road racing circuits in the Un …
IHRA Acquires Historic Motorsports Facility in Millington, Tennessee
December 29th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has officially completed the acquisition of the historic motorsports facility in Millington, Tennessee, formerly known as Memphis International Raceway and Memphis Motorsports Park, closing on the property on December 23, 2025.Originally opened in the lat …
IHRA Announces Launch of New Professional Personal Watercraft Racing Series
December 29th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the launch of the IHRA Pro Watercraft Racing Series, a new professional personal watercraft racing championship set to debut in 2026. Featuring both stand up and runabout competition, the series is designed to usher in a new era of profess …
L.A. SLEEVE Releases New 2026 Product Catalog
December 19th 2025
L.A. SLEEVE, a global leader in centrifugally spun-cast cylinder sleeve technology, has officially released its 2026 product catalog, showcasing its latest offerings and expanded capabilities across multiple industries.The new 2026 catalog highlights L.A. SLEEVE’s comprehensive range of high-perform …
Twenty-Four Dates in 2026 for POWRi West Midget League
December 19th 2025
The POWRi West Midget League is excited to unveil its 2026 schedule with twenty-four yearly events as POWRi continues its strong commitment to the southern region, investing in premier open-wheel racing opportunities across Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri.Stand-alone POWRi West Midget League events wi …
POWRi National Midget League Unveils 2026 Schedule
December 19th 2025
The POWRi National Midget League is set for an action-packed 2026 campaign, releasing a schedule that features iconic events, destination venues, and a balanced slate of early-spring, summer, and fall racing across multiple states.The season kicks off with the always-anticipated Turnpike Challenge, …
IndyCar reveals 2026 FOX broadcast times
December 19th 2025
FOX Sports and the IndyCar Series have revealed the starting times of their 2026 broadcasts on the FOX network. The 17-race calendar opens on March 1 at St. Petersburg with cameras going live at noon ET, closes on Sept. 6 at Laguna Seca with a 2:30pm ET open on FOX, and features a number of summer e …
FIA reveals WRC27 Rally1 concept
December 19th 2025
First approved by the World Motor Sport Council in 2024, the WRC27 regulations are designed to reset rallying’s top category - reducing costs and increasing accessibility, while preserving the performance and spectacle that sit at the heart of the WRC.The newly revealed concept turns that framework …
NASCAR star Greg Biffle, family killed in North Carolina plane crash
December 19th 2025
NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his immediate family were among seven killed when their private jet crashed at Statesville Regional Airport on Thursday morning.The Cessna C550 business jet owned by Biffle was attempting to land when it crashed and erupted into a fireball at around 10:20am local time, …
COBB Tuning Announces Accessport for Ford Bronco Raptor & Ranger Raptor
December 19th 2025
COBB Tuning is excited to announce that Accessport ECU tuning for the Ford Bronco Raptor and Ranger Raptor is now available, bringing its industry-leading handheld tuning solution to Ford’s latest high-performance off-road platforms.During in-house testing on COBB’s Dynojet chassis dyno, COBB’s Ford …
2026 HOT ROD Power Tour: Official Dates, Locations, and Registration Details
December 17th 2025
It’s been years in the making, and now it’s official—the 2026 HOT ROD Power Tour will cruise along legendary Route 66 as the world’s largest rolling automotive festival helps celebrate 100 years of America’s most famous roadway.Serving as the first of two major HOT ROD events honoring the historic h …
Daytona International Speedway unveils course layout for 2026 Daytona Supercross
December 17th 2025
Daytona International Speedway has unveiled the highly anticipated course layout for the 2026 DAYTONA Supercross, part of the Monster Energy SMX World Championship, taking place during the 85th Annual Bike Week at DAYTONA Presented by GEICO.Five-time DAYTONA Supercross Champion Ricky Carmichael has …
Albany-Saratoga Speedway Promoter Lyle DeVore Passes Away
December 17th 2025
Lyle DeVore of Malta, NY, and East Nassau, NY, passed away December 11, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital (Albany, NY) after a long and courageously fought battle with cancer. His family and friends are deeply saddened by his death, but at peace knowing he is at rest. Lyle was a beloved husband, fa …
F1 returning to Portimao in 2027
December 17th 2025
Formula 1 will return to Portugal with the addition of a race in Portimao in the 2027 and 2028 seasons.Portimao hosted two races during the COVID-impacted seasons that required additional venues to be identified at short notice, with an October 2020 race being followed by an event in May 2021. That …
USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series 2026 schedule released
December 16th 2025
The schedule for the Avanti Windows & Doors USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series has been released. Featuring twenty-six (26) events at seven (7) racetracks, the 2026 campaign will open on February 14th at Perris Auto Speedway and the champion will be crowned at the Perris finale on November 7th.Located o …
IHRA Announces Acquisition of Maple Grove Raceway
December 16th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced its acquisition of Maple Grove Raceway, marking a significant milestone for the sport of drag racing.Established in the early 1960s, Maple Grove Raceway has earned national recognition as one of the fastest and most respected drag racing v …
Riedel Communications and Racing Electronics announce motorsport communications partnership for US m
December 16th 2025
Riedel Communications has formed a strategic partnership with Racing Electronics, a provider of motorsport communication equipment in the USA, to deliver communication solutions that will “enhance safety, efficiency and performance for race operations, controls, teams, drivers and fans alike”.The co …
NHRA to launch 2026 Countdown playoff series at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park
December 16th 2025
NHRA announced today that U.S. 131 Motorsports Park will have a Mission Foods Drag Racing Series event in 2026, with the inaugural NHRA Great Lakes Nationals set to open the 2026 Countdown to the Championship playoffs.The event will take place Sept. 18-20 at the facility in Martin, Mich., serving as …
Sunoco returns as primary sponsor for Simpson’s Ganassi IndyCar entry
December 15th 2025
Kyffin Simpson’s No. 8 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda will wear the iconic colors of Sunoco throughout his 2026 NTT IndyCar Series campaign. The Caymanian enters his third full season with the defending series champions, and joins a roster of legends and stars who’ve been adorned in Sunoco’s yellow and b …
IHRA Announces Acquisition of F1 Powerboat Racing
December 15th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced today that it has officially acquired the F1 Powerboat Racing, one of the world’s premier tunnel-boat racing series. This strategic acquisition strengthens IHRA’s rapidly growing footprint in water-based motorsports and continues the organizatio …
Ben Sulayem re-elected as FIA president
December 15th 2025
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has officially been re-elected as the president of the FIA for a second term during the FIA General Assembly in Uzbekistan.The presidential election at the year-ending assembly in Tashkent was a formality with Ben Sulayem running unopposed, following the withdrawal of candidates …
World of Outlaws, ASCS, Sprint Car Industry Officials Form National Sprint Car Council
December 15th 2025
To elevate Sprint Car racing across the country, officials from all levels of the industry have come together to form the National Sprint Car Council (NSCC).As a leader in the industry, World Racing Group (WRG) will be represented on the council’s board by WRG Fleet and Safety Manager, Tom Devitt, a …
New ownership group for Canadian Tire Motorsports Park
December 12th 2025
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) has announced that a new ownership group has purchased the Bowmanville, Ontario circuit.The new ownership group is led by Woodbridge Group co-chairman and former racing driver Peter Thomson, with Chris Pfaff of Pfaff Automotive Partners, and Alek Krstic as his pa …
FloSports Takes Ownership Of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
December 12th 2025
FloSports is deepening its ties to dirt racing and investment in the sport with the acquisition of the storied Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS) from Lucas Oil Products. The acquisition represents a strategic step for FloSports as it continues to invest in and operate key motorsports p …
Cosworth launches SaaS version of Pi Toolbox
December 12th 2025
Cosworth has transitioned to a Software as a Service (SaaS) model with the introduction of Pi Toolbox, providing continuous updates, reduced upfront costs and quicker access to new features.Already used in series such as IndyCar, WEC, Formula 1, WRC, Super Formula and BTCC, Pi Toolbox is widely adop …
55 Dates for USAC National Sprints in 2026
December 12th 2025
Fifty-five races line the calendar for the 2026 USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship season.NEW ADDITIONSAmong the new additions to the USAC National Sprint Car slate is NOS Energy Drink Indiana Sprint Week presented by K & N’s return to Paragon Speedway for the first time since 1998, 28 …
USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship set for 29 events in 2026
December 11th 2025
The USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship will face 29 events throughout the 2026 season from April through November at dirt tracks in Indiana, Kansas, Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio and California.NEW TO THE SCHEDULETwo Illinois venues are brand new to the USAC NOS Energy Drink Mi …
F1 sets new U.S. viewing record in 2025 with 135% overall growth in final year with ESPN
December 11th 2025
The 2025 Formula 1 season attracted record viewing figures for the United States as ESPN concluded its eight-year run as the sport’s American broadcaster.The season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – a three-way title decider between Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri – averaged 1.5 million v …
ASCS Adding Midwest Region, Gunsmoke Region in 2026
December 11th 2025
The American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) is expanding its footprint with the addition of two more regional 360 Sprint Car series in 2026.The ASCS Gunsmoke Region, featuring races around Western and Central Kansas, and ASCS Midwest Region, covering multiple states in the Midwest and the American Heartla …