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Petersen Automotive Museum to Honor Jessi Combs with Special Exhibit

The Petersen Automotive Museum will open a temporary exhibit on Sept. 22, located in the William E. Connor Penthouse, honoring the life and accomplishments of Jessi Combs, also known as “The Fastest Woman on Four Wheels.” Jessi tragically passed on Aug. 27, 2019, while attempting to set a land speed record. Admission to the temporary… Continue reading Petersen Automotive Museum to Honor Jessi Combs with Special Exhibit

Bugatti Test Driver Reveals Record-Breaking Chiron Could Have Gone Faster

Bugatti test driver Andy Wallace recently set the record for the fastest production car at 304.77 mph in a modified Chiron, but has since revealed that the car, nor the tires, were the limiting factor in going even faster. In fact, the car, he says, was still accelerating when he had to put on the… Continue reading Bugatti Test Driver Reveals Record-Breaking Chiron Could Have Gone Faster

Motovicity Adds VP Racing Fuels Brand to Offerings

Motovicity Distribution, a performance-focused wholesale distributor, is adding VP Racing Fuels to its lineup beginning September 2019. “We couldn’t be more excited to be working with VP Fuels, as they are known throughout the industry as one of the top brands for all things racing fuel,” said Motovicity CEO, Brian Lounsberry. Motovicity is stocking a range of… Continue reading Motovicity Adds VP Racing Fuels Brand to Offerings

Fisker, ‘Game of Thrones’ Star to Team Up

Electric Vehicle manufacturer Fisker has announced that “Game of Thrones” star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is joining efforts with the company in a consulting role. Coster-Waldau, who serves as a United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador for climate change and larger social issues, will serve as a partner and sustainability advisor to company chairman and CEO,… Continue reading Fisker, ‘Game of Thrones’ Star to Team Up

Avery Dennison Crowns Regional ‘Wrap Like a King’ Challenge Winners

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions today announced the 10 regional winners from its annual Wrap Like a King Challenge. Wrap installers from 53 countries across the world were invited to submit full-print or color-change wrap projects to be judged for the chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes. The projects were completed featuring options from… Continue reading Avery Dennison Crowns Regional ‘Wrap Like a King’ Challenge Winners

Detroit Speed Partners with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation

Detroit Speed has partnered with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation for the Motoring For A Cure contest. From September 17th to October 1st, visit www.jeffgordonchildrensfoundation.org/motoring, and enter to win a Premium Speed Enthusiast prize package valued at more than $2,300 in the Motoring For A Cure contest, which benefits the foundation. The package features prizes from… Continue reading Detroit Speed Partners with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation

Goodwood Revival Produces Plenty of Highlights

The annual Goodwood Revival was held over the weekend in the United Kingdom, which means there’s plenty of new video of drivers muscling some classic cars around the southern England circuit. Check out a few clips of some brilliant, captivating driving over at Hagerty.

Final 2019 Corvette Production Numbers Released

Chevrolet has just released its final statistics for the 2019 model year Corvette. According to the National Corvette Museum, the total volume came in at 34,822 Corvettes produced. Of that total, 39.3% were Stingrays, 32.3% were Grand Sports, 19.9% were Z06s and 8.5% were ZR1s. According to the official Chevrolet count, automatic transmissions were once… Continue reading Final 2019 Corvette Production Numbers Released

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Mazda to Unveil EV Next Month

Mazda has announced that it will officially unveil a full electric vehicle at the Tokyo Motor Show next month, with plans to bring the car to market next year. The car will be available in full electric and range extender models, with the latter expected to be marketed toward North American drivers. Read more about the announcement… Continue reading Mazda to Unveil EV Next Month

Dana Aftermarket’s Victor Reinz Partners with ‘Horsepower Wars’

Power Automedia’s “Horsepower Wars” show has announced a partnership with Dana Aftermarket’s Victor Reinz Sealing Products for its second season. “Victor Reinz is excited to serve as a premier sponsor of this year’s edition of “Horsepower Wars,” especially as we enter the 110th anniversary of Victor Reinz this season” says Beth Mooney, senior marketing manager… Continue reading Dana Aftermarket’s Victor Reinz Partners with ‘Horsepower Wars’