High Performance Expo Is Revving Up for Its Inaugural Event in Charlotte

The doors of the Charlotte Convention Center will open in less than one week to welcome exhibitors, business leaders, racing legends, attendees and enthusiasts to the inaugural High Performance Expo (HPX), the exclusive business and enthusiasts show hosted by the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA), June 3-5.

“This is where passion meets performance, and the road ahead is full of possibilities. If you’re in this industry, then you need to be in Charlotte at the High Performance Expo,” said Dana Teague, general manager of HPX. “We have carefully curated the show for exhibitors, buyers and attendees to address key issues and trends while also providing valuable connections and opportunity that you can’t get anywhere else.”

Exhibitors & Events at HPX

For the first time, the show brings all segments of the automotive aftermarket and motorsports industry together in the heart of the auto racing community, stated event organizers in a press release. Exhibitors include Hendrick Motorsports, Stock Car Steel & SRI Companies, VP Racing Fuels, Scoggin-Dickey, Sunoco Racing Fuels, Classic Industries, Daren Poole-Adams Racing, Fox Factory and many more. (For the show floor map and exhibitor list, click here.) In addition, several vehicles will be on display.

“North Carolina’s multi-billion-dollar auto racing, motorsports and aftermarket industry is the epicenter of the automotive innovation and motorsports industry,” said Dr. Jamie Meyer, HPX industry consultant. “We are proud to launch the inaugural HPX in Charlotte and welcome enthusiasts and fans behind the curtain.”

The show agenda and highlights include:

• Women’s Em[POWER]ment Summit sponsored by NASCAR
• Jeff Gordon and Jeff ‘JB’ Brown Headline Opening Session, moderated by Winston Kelley 
• “Modern Outlaw” Dream Giveaway Reveal with Richard Petty
• Daren Poole-Adams (DPA) Racing’s New Drag Car Entry Reveal Press Conference
• HPX Theater Powered by Engine Pro
• PerformancePLUS Competition
• The Recruiting Hub, sponsored by Hendrick Motorsports
• The Hendrick Motorsports Engine Builder Challenge Demo
• HPX Modern Education Lineup
• State of the Industry
• NCMA’s Annual Industry Awards Ceremony honoring Darrell and Michael Waltrip
• The Future of the Industry Closing General Session

Spire Manufacturing & Spire Motorsports Added to HPX’s Exhibitor List

 HPX also recently announced that Spire Motorsports—a multi-series race team competing across the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series, and its manufacturing arm, Spire Manufacturing—has joined the list of exhibitors for the inaugural High Performance Expo.

“The High Performance Expo is a premier opportunity for Spire Motorsports and by extension, Spire Manufacturing, to connect with industry leaders, partners and fans right in our own backyard,” said Spire Motorsports president Bill Anthony. “Innovation and passion drive our teams and the manufacturing side of our business, and HPX provides an important platform to showcase that energy in a collaborative and dynamic setting. We’re excited to be part of this inaugural event and to engage with the high-performance community in the heart of the NASCAR industry.”

Spire Manufacturing builds chassis for both the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series. Additionally, the Mooresville, North Carolina, organization provides supporting parts and accessories while also facilitating repairs for teams across both series. Spire Manufacturing says that it plays a vital role behind the scenes of Spire Motorsports’ success. While Spire Motorsports competes at the highest levels of American motorsports, Spire Manufacturing supports those efforts through advanced design, fabrication and engineering solutions.

Spire Motorsports’ Cars & Drivers

Spire Motorsports fields the No. 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolet ZL1s in the NASCAR Cup Series for drivers Justin Haley, Michael McDowell and Carson Hocevar, respectively. On the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series side, the team competes with full-time entries for Rajah Caruth and Andres Perez de Lara in addition to featuring a rotating lineup of all-star caliber drivers with the team’s Nos. 7 and 07 entries. The team also races in select ARCA Menards Series events.

In addition to showcasing its competitive and manufacturing platforms at HPX, the team will have its People Operations staff available to discuss career opportunities.

“Spire Motorsports and Spire Manufacturing brings an exciting presence to HPX, representing the cutting edge of stock car racing technology and competition. Their participation strengthens our mission to unite industry leaders, teams and enthusiasts in one dynamic space,” said Dana Teague, general manager of HPX. “We look forward to seeing both entities engage with attendees and share their passion for high-performance excellence.”