Spectators will be admitted to the 104th Indianapolis 500 on Aug. 23, with the venue capacity limited to 50 percent attendance, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials have confirmed. The race was postponed from its original date of Sunday, May 24 due to the COVID-19 health crisis. “We’re committed to running the Indy 500 on Sunday, Aug.… Continue reading IMS to Admit Fans for Indianapolis 500
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SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is currently developing health and safety precautions to host the annual SEMA Show this November, according to an update issued by the organization. “We are steadfast in our belief that our members and our industry will recover more quickly from the current climate by safely coming together to share… Continue reading SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show
NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals
The Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals, originally scheduled for July 31–Aug. 2 outside of Seattle, has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions in Washington state and King County that would not allow fans to attend the event. For the event to proceed with fans in attendance, King County, where the track is located, would need to… Continue reading NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals
Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities
Carlisle Events is teaming up with the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County and Project SHARE, a local food pantry, the car show and auction organizers announced. Both local agencies work to serve those in need. Project SHARE is a local food pantry and the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County provides community-based… Continue reading Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities
Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators
The Trans Am Series is returning to the track this weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, following a four-month break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 45 cars amongst five classes are set to compete in races on Saturday and Sunday, which will be open to a limited number of spectators. Motorhome and tent camping… Continue reading Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators
USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
The Ultimate Street Car Association (USCA) has appointed Eric Heller as the new segment manager for the autocross and Speed-Stop competitions, according to Performance Racing Industry. Heller will be responsible for all aspects of competition elements for the two segments including course design and set-up, timing and scoring, staffing and more. Heller has an extensive… Continue reading USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
SEMA is hosting a new virtual series focused on rebuilding business partnerships and operations following the recent economic downturn, the group announced. Titled “Industry Talks: Back to Business,” the series begins June 26 at 10 a.m. PT, and will be hosted by the SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO). The event will address essential business practices… Continue reading SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
Petersen Museum Now Accepting Submissions for Virtual Concours
The Petersen Automotive Museum is now accepting submissions for its inaugural Petersen Concours on Aug. 16, the final event of Petersen Car Week, which will be held digitally from Aug. 12-16. Participants can submit their vehicle to the Concours and be judged in one of nine different vehicle classes, including: American classic open and closed… Continue reading Petersen Museum Now Accepting Submissions for Virtual Concours
AAPEX 2020 Announces Educational Programming
AAPEX 2020 organizers have revealed the lineup for the new educational seminar, Repair Shop HQ, which will feature a variety of technical and business management classes. Selected by a panel of industry professionals, topics include ‘Strategies for Effective Leadership,’ ‘ADAS Calibrations and Diagnostics,’ ‘How to Attract Top Talent,’ and more. The classes are included in… Continue reading AAPEX 2020 Announces Educational Programming
NFIB Hosting PPP Loan Forgiveness Webinar
The National Federation of Independent Business is hosting a webinar on Wed., June 24, at 12 p.m. ET, giving step-by-step instructions for maximizing Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness, the organization announced. Following the Small Business Administration’s recent release of the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Form 3508EZ, the NFIB’s Beth Milito and Holly Wade will… Continue reading NFIB Hosting PPP Loan Forgiveness Webinar
KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed
The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) has announced that the KnowledgeFest Dallas trade show has been moved to Sept. 25-27 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The event was originally scheduled for Aug. 14-16. Organizers will adhere to CDC guidelines and may institute a variety of health and safety measures for the event, including temperature and wellbeing… Continue reading KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed
Summer-Long Driving Fundraiser Benefiting Parkinson’s Disease Research
While Drive Toward a Cure was forced to postpone all of its fundraising gathering programs through year-end, the non-profit has teamed with Hagerty for the summer to create a way to encourage enthusiasts nationwide to get out and drive and raise money for Parkinson’s Disease research. The ‘Summer Drive Toward a Cure’ is presented by… Continue reading Summer-Long Driving Fundraiser Benefiting Parkinson’s Disease Research
OPTIMA DriveAutoX Series Returns to Action
The OPTIMA’s DriveAutoX Series presented by UMI Performance returned this weekend in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, organizers announced, marking the restart of its four-event season. DriveAutoX is a series of autocross events that includes classes for all years, makes, models and modifications. The 2020 Series schedule includes four different locations, with the series winner taking home a… Continue reading OPTIMA DriveAutoX Series Returns to Action
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Closed to Spectators
The 98th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb will be run without fans, organizers of the event announced, citing input and advisement from state and local agencies. The race will take place on Aug. 30, as currently scheduled. “For the first time, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb will be staged without its… Continue reading Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Closed to Spectators
Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July
The 2020 Goodguys Rod & Custom Association event season will officially relaunch with its “Mid-Summer Classic” on Independence Day weekend, July 3-5, in Des Moines, Iowa, with the 29th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals presented by BASF, the group has announced, while the PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio have been cancelled. Social distancing and additional health… Continue reading Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July