Eldora Speedway officials, in accordance with guidance and orders issued by the state of Ohio and federal authorities, have announced the postponement of the May 8-9 #LetsRaceTwo doubleheader featuring the USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship and the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Advance tickets, pit… Continue reading Eldora Postpones Sprint Car Doubleheader
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Porsche Auction Raises $1 Million for United Way COVID-19 Relief Fund
Following a seven-day bidding period and 32 bids, an online auction hosted by RM Sotheby’s for the last Porsche 911 (991) to enter and pass down the serial production line has raised $500,000 (auction hammer price). Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) has decided to match the winning bid to raise the total proceeds to… Continue reading Porsche Auction Raises $1 Million for United Way COVID-19 Relief Fund
SpeedVideo to Broadcast Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout
SpeedVideo will be broadcasting the Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout this upcoming December, event organizers have announced. “SpeedVideo has a long history with no prep racing and we’re proud that it will continue with the addition of Winter Meltdown 5 in 2020,” said Tom Bobolts, SpeedVideo’s General Manager. “As Matt said, we shouldn’t see too… Continue reading SpeedVideo to Broadcast Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout
VP Racing Fuels Producing Hand Sanitizer
VP Racing Fuels, a manufacturer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has announced the launch of VP Hand Sanitizer to support the needs of commercial businesses, retailers and race tracks. “In response to the COVID-19 crisis and requests from customers, we’ve expanded our product lines to include a top-quality 80% alcohol antiseptic product,” said Alan… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Producing Hand Sanitizer
2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Cancelled
Knowing that entrants, judges, volunteers and guests face ongoing health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance have decided to cancel the Show which was scheduled for August 16, 2020. “My heart goes out to all of the people who are involved in the Pebble Beach Concours and who… Continue reading 2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Cancelled
Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign
Jeep accessory retailer Quadratec has announced a new social media campaign, Hands-On HomeSchool, in an effort to get parents and kids into the garage, or out on the driveway, working on vehicles. With schools closed and kids at home, it’s a great time to teach your kids how to work on the family’s Jeep, the… Continue reading Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign
PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period
Organizers of the 2020 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show have extended the priority exhibitor application deadline to Friday, June 12, the group announced. The extension aims to give exhibitors additional time to plan for the event. The deadline to receive a full refund has already been extended to Sept. 1. “PRI remains fully committed to… Continue reading PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period
Champion Racing Oil Summer Nationals Still on Track for July
Champion Oil, a manufacturer of racing and performance lubricants and sponsor of the upcoming event, says the Champion Racing Oil/Williams Grove Summer Nationals Open sanctioned by the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series on July 24-25 in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is still set to take place as scheduled. “To date, most races in 2020 have either… Continue reading Champion Racing Oil Summer Nationals Still on Track for July
Truck Hero Retools Facilities to Produce PPE
Truck Hero has announced that five of the company’s manufacturing facilities have been retooled and are now producing personal protective equipment (PPE). Truck Hero facilities located in Ann Arbor, Michigan; Howe, Indiana; Nashville, Tennessee; Lawrenceville, Georgia and Yankton, South Dakota, will aid in COVID-19 efforts by producing face masks, face shields, isolation gowns and plastic… Continue reading Truck Hero Retools Facilities to Produce PPE
NORRA Hosting Online Show and Shine
The National Off Road Racing Association has announced it will be hosting a virtual show and shine, the ‘Rally Vehicle Round-up.’ Following the rescheduling of the NORRA Mexican 1000, the organization is asking for submissions for the virtual show, whether it be a storied piece of race history or just the result of a little… Continue reading NORRA Hosting Online Show and Shine
Petersen Museum Cars & Coffee Goes Virtual
Although the Petersen Automotive Museum remains closed to the public due to COVID-19, the museum will continue its eight-year tradition of Breakfast Club Cruise-Ins in a new digital format. The museum has opened submissions for its ‘global’ cars and coffee, which will consist of a 90-minute YouTube video featuring vehicle video submissions from enthusiasts all… Continue reading Petersen Museum Cars & Coffee Goes Virtual
Mazda Celebrates Centennial with Anniversary Special Edition Models
In January, Mazda Motor Corporation marked its 100th anniversary, and to celebrate, announced its 100th Anniversary Special Edition models. Each vehicle has been developed with an aspiration to look ahead, while also remembering and respecting the rich Japanese heritage that has guided the brand. The 100th Anniversary Special Edition models will be built from upper-trim… Continue reading Mazda Celebrates Centennial with Anniversary Special Edition Models
TechForce Announces ‘2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards’ Grand Prize Winner
Griffin Howland, a senior in high school attending Pickens County Career and Technology College, in Liberty, South Carolina, has been named the Grand Prize Winner of the 2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards. As a nonprofit dedicated to helping student techs achieve their professional dreams, TechForce created the award to honor our student community and recognize those… Continue reading TechForce Announces ‘2020 FutureTechs Rock Awards’ Grand Prize Winner
Covercraft Expands PPE Production
Covercraft Industries is bringing its Wichita Falls, Texas, production facility back online to expand the production of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) due to increased demand and need during the COVID-19 crisis. The company began PPE production in its Oklahoma facility on March 30. “At this time in our country, the need for this equipment is… Continue reading Covercraft Expands PPE Production
1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program
Brookville Roadster, a manufacturer of reproduction 1928-32 Ford replacement parts, and Freedom Road Rally, organizers of week-long classic-car road trips, have recently collaborated to donate a new 1929 Ford Model A roadster pickup body to the Pennsylvania College of Technology (PCT). In an effort to support the college’s restoration program and help the school to… Continue reading 1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program