Wood Brothers Racing Raising Money to Send Tablets to Nursing Homes

Famed NASCAR Cup Series team Wood Brothers Racing is currently accepting donations to send tablets to two local nursing homes in the team’s native Virginia. According to posts on the Wood Brothers social media accounts, the nursing homes and assisted living facilities are on visitor lockdowns. In attempt to enable residents of the facilities to… Continue reading Wood Brothers Racing Raising Money to Send Tablets to Nursing Homes

OEMS to Enhance COVID-19 Protections for Workers

The United Auto Workers (UAW), General Motors Co., Ford Motor Company and Fiat Chrysler (FCA) announced that the companies are forming a COVID-19/Coronavirus Task Force to implement enhanced protections for manufacturing and warehouse employees at all three companies. UAW President Rory Gamble, GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra, Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford and President… Continue reading OEMS to Enhance COVID-19 Protections for Workers

Buffalo Motorama Cancelled

Due to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s ban on gatherings of 50 people or more, the Buffalo Motorama, scheduled for April 9-11, has been cancelled. Event organizers issued a release on Monday announcing the cancellation. Refund information is forthcoming, and organizers have been in contact and will continue to reach out to vendors, participants and… Continue reading Buffalo Motorama Cancelled

Circuit of the Americas Confirms Layoffs

The Circuit of the Americas (COTA), located in Austin, Texas, has laid off approximately half of its staff, a track spokesperson confirmed to KVUE. The track will also be closing its gates indefinitely, with the April IndyCar event cancelled and the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Americas postponed until Nov. 15. The track also regularly… Continue reading Circuit of the Americas Confirms Layoffs

Exide Sponsoring Intact GP Racing Team for 2020 Season

Battery manufacturer Exide Technologies has renewed its partnership as a premium sponsor of the Intact GP racing team for the 2020 Moto2 season, the company has announced. For the 2020 season, the Intact GP team includes Tom Lüthi, the Swiss rider who ended 2019 with four podiums in the final four races to finish third… Continue reading Exide Sponsoring Intact GP Racing Team for 2020 Season

Automotive Performance Group Reveals Ford Ranger Conversion Package

Automotive Performance Group, an automotive aftermarket builder and manufacturer based in Orange County, California, has introduced its PRORUNNER Series 1 conversion package off-road upgrade for the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger 2WD or 4WD platform. The APG PRORUNNER Series 1 package includes a hand-laid and vacuum infused carbon fiber widebody, adjustable long travel suspension for high performance… Continue reading Automotive Performance Group Reveals Ford Ranger Conversion Package

KENWOOD Hires New Michigan Sales Rep

Kenwood USA has hired The Progressive Group to represent its products to retailers in the Michigan market, the electronics producer announced. The previous representation for Michigan came from Tim Hill of Pinnacle Sales, of whom was recently hired by Kenwood as their Midwest Region Sales Manager. “We are honored with the opportunity to work with… Continue reading KENWOOD Hires New Michigan Sales Rep

Best in the Desert Proceeding with National Desert Cup

Off-road racing organization Best in the Desert has announced that it is taking precautions to mitigate the potential risk of the COVID-19 virus at the upcoming Jagged X National Desert Cup presented by Quantum Motorsports, set to be held March 20-22. The sanctioning organization is taking several steps to ensure racers are competing in a… Continue reading Best in the Desert Proceeding with National Desert Cup

SEMA, PRI Provide COVID-19 Updates

SEMA and PRI have issued updates regarding the COVID-19 virus, confirming that no changes have been made regarding each organization’s annual trade show. “Currently, no changes have been made in regard to the annual SEMA Show in November, and many exhibitors have confirmed their participation. As new developments come to light, the association is planning… Continue reading SEMA, PRI Provide COVID-19 Updates

Goodguys Events Cut Short, Cancelled

The Goodguys 10th LMC Truck Spring Lone Star Nationals in Fort Worth, Texas, was cut short last weekend amid concerns about spread of the COVID-19 virus, while the 11th Spring Nationals in Scottsdale, Arizona and 38th All American Get-Together have been cancelled, the hot rod and custom group announced. “We are deeply saddened to announce… Continue reading Goodguys Events Cut Short, Cancelled

The AAM Group Adds Brandmotion to Vendor Line Card

The AAM Group has added Brandmotion to its Total Truck Centers line card, the group announced. Brandmotion is a producer of safety, mobility and convenience products designed to be integrated into existing cars and trucks. Brandmotion product categories include cameras, blind spot monitoring, crash avoidance, parking sensors and others. Headquartered in Piney Flats, Tennessee, The… Continue reading The AAM Group Adds Brandmotion to Vendor Line Card

Petersen Museum Temporarily Closed

Following Recommendations from the CDC and Los Angeles County, the Petersen Automotive Museum will temporarily close to the public until March 31, including all programs and events. “We believe this closure is the best way to protect our staff, patrons and volunteers, while also supporting public health officials in their efforts to slow the spread… Continue reading Petersen Museum Temporarily Closed

Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Awards Scholarship Recognizing Roger Penske

A scholarship recognizing the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Silver Anniversary Honoree, Roger Penske, was presented for the first time Saturday, March 7, at the Mercedes-Benz Gala dinner to a McPherson College Automotive Restoration student. Kevin Boeckman, a junior in the program, was selected for the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Roger Penske Scholarship. Amelia Island Concours… Continue reading Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Awards Scholarship Recognizing Roger Penske

Racing Events Canceled Due to Coronavirus

Several national racing series announced cancellations of events due to the ongoing spread of the coronavirus in the United States. NASCAR, after first announcing the race set to be held in Atlanta over the weekend and the upcoming event at Homestead-Miami Speedway, would be run without fans, postponed the events until future notice. “NASCAR has… Continue reading Racing Events Canceled Due to Coronavirus

NHRA Announces Rule Changes for Pro Mod Class

The NHRA E3 Spark Plugs Pro Mod Drag Racing Series will feature numerous rule changes during its 20th season as a part of NHRA competition, the sanctioning body has announced, including a new engine combination. The ProCharger centrifugal supercharger and large displacement (960-cubic-inch) nitrous engines are now legal. There are now five distinctly different engine… Continue reading NHRA Announces Rule Changes for Pro Mod Class