The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum reopened its doors to visitors on Friday, the museum announced. The non-profit museum located in Knoxville, Iowa, had been closed since March. The museum is following COVID-19 precautions and guidelines handed down by the governor of Iowa and the Iowa Department of Public Health. The National… Continue reading National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum Reopens
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MEA Postpones KnowledgeFest Indianapolis Until 2021
The Mobile Electronics Association has postponed KnowledgeFest Indianapolis until April 9-11, 2021, after initially rescheduling the event for July 10-12. The event was originally scheduled for March 27-29 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. KnowledgeFest Orlando and KnowledgeFest Dallas are still scheduled for later this year. For more information on how to register… Continue reading MEA Postpones KnowledgeFest Indianapolis Until 2021
Holley LS Fest West Cancelled
Holley’s LS Fest West event, scheduled for June 12-14 in Las Vegas, has been canceled, the company announced, citing Nevada’s phased approach to reopening. Pre-registered participants and spectators that pre-purchased tickets will be fully refunded as soon as possible. “We’re grateful for our loyal Holley LS Fest fans that didn’t give up on the event.… Continue reading Holley LS Fest West Cancelled
With a Tremendous Roar
Wet your Indy whistle with this trackside call of Bobby Unser’s 1963 Indianapolis 500 Qualifying Attempt…
PRI Names New President
Dr. Jamie Meyer has taken the role of President of the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show and media company, effective this week, the organization announced. Meyer will lead the PRI team in increasing engagement and support for the industry through enhanced programs and services for the motorsports community. “In addition to providing the industry… Continue reading PRI Names New President
Modified UTV from 2019 SEMA Show Up for Auction
The upgraded Honda Talon 1000R that debuted at the 2019 SEMA Show went up on the auction block online through Bring a Trailer on May 18. Modified by high school students who were mentored by members of the SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN), the UTV was part of a pilot program and resulted in a… Continue reading Modified UTV from 2019 SEMA Show Up for Auction
IHRA Updates Status of Member Tracks
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has compiled a list of member tracks that are open for bracket racing and a separate list of member tracks open for limited private or by reservation testing. IHRA member tracks that are back to weekly Summit SuperSeries racing events (listed by state): Prescott Raceway — Arkansas Immokalee Regional… Continue reading IHRA Updates Status of Member Tracks
NMRA, NMCA Change Location of Event
NMRA and NMCA have changed the location of their next event due to the COVID-19 crisis, organizers announced. Based on the Illinois regional plan, organizers said, it is unlikely the Chicago-area will reopen for a spectator event in a reasonable amount of time. The Nitto Tire NMRA/NMCA Super Bowl of Street-Legal Drag Racing Presented by… Continue reading NMRA, NMCA Change Location of Event
Goodguys Reschedules Nashville Nationals
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association has rescheduled its 15th annual Nashville Nationals from its original June date to Aug. 28-30, the group announced. “After careful thought and consideration, we have made the decision to reschedule the Goodguys 15th Nashville Nationals, originally scheduled for June 12-14, 2020 at Nissan Stadium, to August 28-30, 2020 at the… Continue reading Goodguys Reschedules Nashville Nationals
A Midweek Michigan Cruise
On what finally felt like a spring day in Eastern Michigan, the sound of performance engines (and a few squealing tires) could be heard up and down Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills on Wednesday. During the COVID-19 crisis, while stay-at-home has driven some people stir crazy, a group of auto enthusiasts decided it was simply… Continue reading A Midweek Michigan Cruise
Inaugural Holley Mopar Event Set for September
Holley’s inaugural Mopar celebration, the Holley MoParty, will be taking place Sept. 18-20 at Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the company has announced. Holley will be incorporating a number of event segments into the event, including their well-known Grand Champion and autocross competitions, drag classes, a dyno challenge, an Australian style burnout contest,… Continue reading Inaugural Holley Mopar Event Set for September
The Great Race Rescheduled for August
The 2020 Hemmings Motor News Great Race has been rescheduled for Aug. 22-30 from San Antonio, Texas, to Greenville, South Carolina, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers announced. The Great Race has worked with mayors and city officials of towns along the route to take steps to ensure the safety of participants and spectators, organizers… Continue reading The Great Race Rescheduled for August
Willow Springs Ultimate Street Car Event to Proceed as Scheduled
Ultimate Street Car Association officials have announced it will hold the OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car event at Willow Springs International Raceway on May 29-30 as originally scheduled. According to a post on the USCA’s Facebook page, Kern County, California, health officials are allowing the venue to reopen to host the event. Spectators… Continue reading Willow Springs Ultimate Street Car Event to Proceed as Scheduled
AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show
Organizers of The AAPEX Show have released a statement indicating that they are currently planning to proceed with the 2020 trade show as scheduled. The show is set to be held Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. “At this time, we plan to proceed with AAPEX 2020 as scheduled, Nov. 3-5,” the statement said. “We continue… Continue reading AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show
AERA Hosting Engine Professional Webinar
The Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA) has announced it will be hosting a webinar featuring industry engine experts in place of its cancelled and postponed AERA Tech and Skills Conferences. Four panelists, Lake Speed Jr. of Total Seal Piston Rings, Billy Godbold of Comp Cams, Ben Strader of EFI University and Keith Jones of Total… Continue reading AERA Hosting Engine Professional Webinar