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
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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
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees
The NASCAR Hall of Fame announced its three inductees for the Class of 2021, with Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mike Stefanik and Red Farmer set for enshrinement next winter. The three-member class was the first elected under new voting rules, with nominees divided into Modern Era and Pioneer Era groups. Two were chosen from a field… Continue reading Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees
Goodwood Cancels 2020 Festival of Speed, Revival
Goodwood has cancelled its annual Festival of Speed and Revival, citing COVID-19 concerns, organizers announced. “Early summer usually brings the excitement of a busy event season well underway, creating a hive of activity across all areas of the estate. Instead, Goodwood remains unseasonably quiet and we are holding our breath, hoping that the next few… Continue reading Goodwood Cancels 2020 Festival of Speed, Revival
Bonneville Speed Week Gets Green Light
The Southern California Timing Association has received all necessary approvals and permits from local health and government associations to hold the 2020 Bonneville Speed Week as planned, according to a statement on the group’s website. The Utah office of the Bureau of Land Management will require a number of alterations to standard procedures in order… Continue reading Bonneville Speed Week Gets Green Light
Registration Open for AAPEX 2020
Attendee registration is now open for AAPEX 2020, organizers announced. The show is set to be held Nov. 3 through Nov. 5 at the Sands Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas. AAPEX is preparing for November by following guidelines and best practices laid out for events by the CDC, along with national… Continue reading Registration Open for AAPEX 2020
Lucas Oil Eric Medlen Memorial Golf Tournament Set for September
The 12th Annual Lucas Oil Eric Medlen Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, Sept. 3, at Eagle Creek Golf Course in Indianapolis, Lucas Oil Products announced. The annual charity golf tournament honors the late NHRA Funny Car driver Eric Medlen, who passed away due to complications after suffering a traumatic brain injury during… Continue reading Lucas Oil Eric Medlen Memorial Golf Tournament Set for September