Tag: Performance

SCCA Releases Proposed Guidelines for EV Competition

The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and its Electrified Vehicle Advisory Committee (EVAC) have released proposed guidelines and rulesets for EVs and three EV racing classes, the organization announced. The released proposals include general guidelines for EV usage at all SCCA events, as well as rulesets for development of an “E” Touring category of… Continue reading SCCA Releases Proposed Guidelines for EV Competition

Skip Barber Racing School Announces Relocation Plans

Skip Barber Racing School is relocating its headquarters to VIRginia International Raceway (VIR) in Halifax County, Virginia, the racing school announced. Skip Barber will invest $8.9 million to relocate its headquarters to VIR, the company said. VIR will construct a 25,000-square-foot facility within the Motorsport Technology Park to lease to Skip Barber Racing School for… Continue reading Skip Barber Racing School Announces Relocation Plans

SPEED SPORT Launches Streaming Channel

SPEED SPORT has partnered with the television network development group Obsession Media to create the SPEED SPORT 1 streaming channel, the outlet announced. Set to debut in spring 2023, SPEED SPORT 1 will be available across Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) and will broadcast motorsports competition, news, lifestyle programing, documentaries and more, the outlet said.… Continue reading SPEED SPORT Launches Streaming Channel

Katie Lucas Appointed Chief Administrative Officer of Lucas Oil

Lucas Oil Products has appointed Katie Lucas, the company’s vice president of strategy and philanthropy, to the position of chief administrative officer, the company announced. In this role, she will be responsible for blending day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals, providing oversight of company policies, procedures, campaigns and growth initiatives, the company said. “Over the… Continue reading Katie Lucas Appointed Chief Administrative Officer of Lucas Oil

LIQUI MOLY Expands Company Leadership

Long-standing Administrative Director of LIQUI MOLY, Dr. Uli Weller, will become the second managing director of the group of companies at the start of 2023, the company announced. He will join Günter Hiermaier in the role. Weller will be promoted to an additional managing director of the LIQUI MOLY Group, which also includes the Meguin… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY Expands Company Leadership

Fox Factory Recaps First Year of Trail Trust

Fox Factory created Trail Trust in November 2021, and in just one year, has donated over $1 million to more than 70 nonprofit organizations supporting sustainable outdoor access across seven countries worldwide, the company announced. “As an industry leader, we believe it’s our responsibility to ensure that our playgrounds continue to exist for generations to come, and… Continue reading Fox Factory Recaps First Year of Trail Trust

Internet Eddie: Monday Migraine or Valued Customer?

How often does a customer come into your shop and already know more about a specific product than you or your team? Traditionally, customers would walk into your shop, tell you what they’re looking for, and rely on your suggestions. With today’s endless online blogs, forums, YouTube videos and social media spots, however, it’s easy… Continue reading Internet Eddie: Monday Migraine or Valued Customer?

RC Fuel Injection Now Offering GDI Blueprinting Services

RC Fuel Injection is now offering gasoline direct injection (GDI) blueprinting/refurbishing services, the company announced. The new service joins the RC Fuel Injection roster of services, which has been blueprinting and balancing both low impedance “peak and hold” and high impedance “saturation” injectors for 30 years, the company said. According to RC Fuel Injection, like… Continue reading RC Fuel Injection Now Offering GDI Blueprinting Services

eBay Bans Non-Emissions-Compliant Tuning Parts

According to a recent report from Road & Track, eBay has banned the listing and sale of non-emissions-compliant parts. Road & Track found that the online marketplace has enacted a policy prohibiting the listing or sale of any part that may bypass, delete, or render a factory emissions system inoperative. The ban applies to both… Continue reading eBay Bans Non-Emissions-Compliant Tuning Parts

NASCAR Launches Brazil Series

NASCAR is launching a new international series, NASCAR Brasil Sprint Race, the sanctioning body announced. The new series will be NASCAR’s fourth international series and first in South America. The series, which will begin competition in 2023, is a partnership between NASCAR and the GT Sprint Race series in Brazil, the sanctioning body said. NASCAR… Continue reading NASCAR Launches Brazil Series

Brian Appelgate Named Holley Interim COO

Holley has appointed Brian Appelgate to the role of interim chief operating officer (COO), the company announced. Appelgate has advised Holley since 2018 as head of mergers and acquisitions, the company said. “Over the last two quarters, supply chain constraints have prevented us from building and shipping our products in the volumes needed to satisfy… Continue reading Brian Appelgate Named Holley Interim COO

Pennzoil Shares Tips for Motor Oil Storage

Pennzoil has shared new tips for motor oil storage, both at home and at the shop. Poor storage and handling practices present risks including external contamination such as water or dust, and product changes caused by overly long storage. Contaminated motor oil can cause engine damage, possibly resulting in costly repairs. Click here to read… Continue reading Pennzoil Shares Tips for Motor Oil Storage