Tag: Events

Saleen Single-Make Series Folds

High performance sports car manufacturer Saleen has cancelled its arrive-and-drive single-make series, the Saleen Cup, a week before the scheduled start to its 2020 season, the company confirmed to Sportscar365. Resources from the series will be reattributed to the Saleen 1 GT4 car, according to a Saleen spokesperson. The series held a total of four… Continue reading Saleen Single-Make Series Folds

Geneva Motor Show Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Fears

The 90th Geneva International Motor Show, set to begin next week in Geneva, Switzerland, has been cancelled, event organizers have announced. With the first coronavirus cases in Switzerland confirmed, the country’s Federal Council has imposed a temporary ban on events with more than 1,000 people in attendance. “We regret this situation, but the health of… Continue reading Geneva Motor Show Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Fears

Tint World Recognizes Top Franchises

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ recognized its top franchisees at the company’s 12th annual International Franchise Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Automotive customization and window tinting franchise Tint World Automotive Styling Centers honored its top franchise owners at the company’s 12th annual International Franchise Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, earlier this month. The event featured a vendor trade show, seminars and training and an awards banquet to recognize top-performing franchises. “The annual convention is one of… Continue reading Tint World Recognizes Top Franchises

2020 SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Competition Kicks Off Next Month

The SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Regional Competition makes its 2020 debut at the Heat Wave Spring Break Jam, March 7-8, in South Padre Island, Texas. Now in its fourth year, the SEMA Young Guns competition is open to anyone ages 27 or younger (as of Nov. 6, 2020) who builds their vehicle… Continue reading 2020 SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Competition Kicks Off Next Month

ATI Performance Products Inks 2020 Sponsorship Deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports

ATI Performance Products has agreed to a sponsorship deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports for 2020, the company has announced. “Alex is best known for running Pro Stock, Pro Mod, Radial vs the World and No Prep all over the country and sometimes 2 classes at once,” said Harvey Baker of ATI. “ATI will partner on… Continue reading ATI Performance Products Inks 2020 Sponsorship Deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports

Photo Gallery: 2020 Grand National Roadster Show

Taking place at the Pomona Fairplex about 30 miles from Los Angeles, the annual Grand National Roadster Show is now in its 71st year and it’s a true celebration of everything roadsters. And that means a lot of ’32 Fords. John Buck, the producer of the historical GNRS, said this about it prior to the… Continue reading Photo Gallery: 2020 Grand National Roadster Show

Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship

After a successful year as the official scales of the Honda-Powered Formula 4 United States and F3 Americas Championships, SCCA Pro Racing has extended its partnership with Intercomp, the sanctioning body has announced. “Intercomp has been able to enjoy a long and successful relationship with SCCA Pro Racing,” said Chris Berg, Intercomp Market Specialist. “We… Continue reading Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship

The Work Truck Show 2020 Rolls into Indianapolis Next Week

The Work Truck Show 2020 is set to kick off next week in Indianapolis, Indiana, and will feature several new programs, as well as opportunities to check out the latest vocational vehicles and equipment from over 500 exhibitors. The show runs March 3–6 at Indiana Convention Center. Educational sessions, Green Truck Summit and Manufacturer and… Continue reading The Work Truck Show 2020 Rolls into Indianapolis Next Week

SEMA CEO Previews Keystone BIG Show Keynote Address

Last week, Keystone Automotive Operations announced that SEMA CEO Chris Kersting will give the keynote address at the distributor’s annual Keystone BIG Show in Grapevine, Texas, set to be held in March. In anticipation of his speech, Kersting teamed up with Keystone to create a short preview of his speech, which will cover everything from… Continue reading SEMA CEO Previews Keystone BIG Show Keynote Address

Sparta Evolution and United States Touring Car Championship Partner for 2020 Season

High performance brake manufacturer Sparta Evolution has announced a partnership with the United States Touring Car Championship (USTCC) for the 2020 racing season, which will offer competitors a discount program, free technical support and exposure through the partnership. The program will also introduce the ‘Sparta Award’ at every race where a driver will win $1,000… Continue reading Sparta Evolution and United States Touring Car Championship Partner for 2020 Season

Off-Road Racing Community ‘Taking Out the Trash’ Ahead of Mint 400

Hundreds of off-road racing fans will show their appreciation for the Mojave Desert on Feb. 29, by cleaning up tons of trash illegally dumped near the Mint 400 racecourse before the race even begins. The BFGoodrich Mint 400, known as the Great American Off-Road Race, and Republic Services, a waste solutions company, have made an… Continue reading Off-Road Racing Community ‘Taking Out the Trash’ Ahead of Mint 400

Safety Gear Saves Driver in 241-mph Ice Racer Crash

Everyone into racing has heard about NASCAR driver Ryan Newman’s crash near the end of the Daytona 500 on Monday, Feb. 17. Newman was leading the Great American Race until he lost control of his car after contact from behind with Ryan Blaney’s car. Newman’s car went sideways, hit the outside wall head-on and got… Continue reading Safety Gear Saves Driver in 241-mph Ice Racer Crash