Bilstein short course racers completed two podium sweeps in Rounds 9 and 10 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS), bringing them to a total of five Bilstein sweeps in the 2020 Pro 2 season, clinching the top three season points finishers for Bilstein, the company announced. Jerett Brooks finished the season as… Continue reading Bilstein Racers Sweep LOORRS Pro 2 Season Points Podium
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Travis Pastrana’s Gymkhana STI Livery Revealed
Hoonigan has revealed the livery for Travis Pastrana’s Gymkhana Subaru STI for the upcoming installment of the Gymkhana video series. The group initially revealed the custom-built WRX STI last week. Subaru and Hoonigan announced in May that Pastrana would take over the Gymkhana series for 2020, bringing the series back to its roots—the first two… Continue reading Travis Pastrana’s Gymkhana STI Livery Revealed
Speedmaster Appoints Vic Wood V.P. of North American Sales
Speedmaster has appointed Vic Wood to the position of vice president of North American sales, the company announced. Wood will be the “face of Speedmaster” in the U.S., the company says, and will represent the Speedmaster brand at all levels of sales and distribution. “I am really looking forward to the challenge,” said Wood. “The… Continue reading Speedmaster Appoints Vic Wood V.P. of North American Sales
Competition Clutch Kits for 2010-’14 Hyundai Genesis Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
Competition Clutch has released several clutch kits for the Theta 2.0T engine and 6-speed transmission used in the 2010-14 Hyundai Genesis, which are now available at Turn 14 Distribution. CCI’s new clutch kits for the Hyundai Theta 2.0T include all components for installation: pressure plate, clutch disc, lightweight flywheel, pilot bearing, alignment tool and pressure… Continue reading Competition Clutch Kits for 2010-’14 Hyundai Genesis Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
SSC Tuatara Breaks Production Car Top Speed Record
SSC North America has reclaimed the coveted title of world’s “Fastest Production Vehicle,” this time with its 1,750hp Tuatara, the company announced. Earlier this month, American hypercar builder SSC broke the record for the fastest production car, topping out at 331 mph with driver Oliver Webb behind the wheel of the SSC Tuatara. Set on a… Continue reading SSC Tuatara Breaks Production Car Top Speed Record
The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo
The AAM Group has agreed to provide technology and video support for the Engine Performance Expo, to be held Jan. 7–9, 2021, the organization announced. AAM will use its in-house capabilities to facilitate more than 30 live seminars, demos and Q&A sessions. Presented by Rottler, the event is free to attendees, but preregistration is required.… Continue reading The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo
Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs
3D printing has taken on an expanded role in Chevrolet Motorsports, both on- and off-road. This season, the Corvette C8.R, INDYCAR, NASCAR Camaro and Silverado race teams have accumulated more than 80,000 miles of competition in vehicles built with 3D-printed parts. “Chevrolet has a long history of technology transfer between our motorsports and production teams,… Continue reading Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs
Mazda MX-5 Cup Series to be Sanctioned by IMSA
Mazda Motorsports has selected the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) as the sanctioning body partner for the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup Series beginning in 2021, the series announced. “For Mazda, our core mission is to uplift people, and one of the ways we do that is through motorsports,” Director of Mazda Motorsports Nelson Cosgrove said.… Continue reading Mazda MX-5 Cup Series to be Sanctioned by IMSA
RacingJunk Adds Race of Champions to Partner Roster
RacingJunk.com has entered into a new marketing partnership with Race of Champions, the online classified website announced. The two organizations will join forces for a cross-promotional campaign running through the 2021 race season. The Race of Champions is a sanctioning body presenting Modified and Stock Car racing on asphalt and dirt surfaces throughout the Northeast,… Continue reading RacingJunk Adds Race of Champions to Partner Roster
Goodwood SpeedWeek Reveals Final Driver Lineup, Schedule
Goodwood has announced the final entry list for the inaugural Goodwood Speedweek, which includes drivers from various disciplines in cars that span Formula 1, NASCAR, V8 Supercars, DTM, WRC, BTCC, Le Mans, Trans-Am and more. Taking part in the Gerry Marshall Trophy presented by Sure will be nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, five-time Le… Continue reading Goodwood SpeedWeek Reveals Final Driver Lineup, Schedule
A Look Back at Bathurst 1946
The Australian Supercars 2020 season comes to an end with the Bathurst 1000 this weekend, so to recognize the occasion, The Gentleman Driver took a look back at some photos from a 1946 race at the Mount Panorama circuit. The New South Wales Grand Prix was just 25 laps, but only nine of 22 starters… Continue reading A Look Back at Bathurst 1946
Subaru Reveals Travis Pastrana’s Gymkhana STI
Subaru of America recently revealed a custom-built WRX STI set to star in the next installment of Hoonigan’s Gymkhana video series with Subaru Motorsports USA driver Travis Pastrana at the wheel. Drawing on Subaru’s rally and rallycross experience, this one-off STI throws out the rule book with the sole objective of taking Gymkhana to the… Continue reading Subaru Reveals Travis Pastrana’s Gymkhana STI
Lucas Oil Promotes Melissa Wonser to Vice President of Marketing
Lucas Oil Products Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, has promoted Melissa Wonser to vice president of marketing, the company announced. Wonser joined the company in 2011 and has advanced up the ranks in both the Art and Marketing departments, where she played a crucial role in managing and ensuring… Continue reading Lucas Oil Promotes Melissa Wonser to Vice President of Marketing
Horsepower Wars Announces Broadcast Television Partnership with MAVTV
Power Automedia’s “Horsepower Wars” has announced its official episode schedule for the third season of the $10K Drag Shootout presented by Lucas Oil, as well as a new partnership with Lucas Oil’s cable and satellite television channel, MAVTV Motorsports Network. $10K Drag Shootout consists of four teams competing against each other to see who can… Continue reading Horsepower Wars Announces Broadcast Television Partnership with MAVTV
RacingJunk.com Partners with American Muscle Car Masters Series
RacingJunk.com has joined into a new marketing partnership with American Muscle Car Masters, the online classified website announced. The two organizations will join forces for a cross promotional marketing campaign throughout the 2021 race season. The American Muscle Car Masters is a new amateur racing series with a limit on expenses and purpose-built racecars. The… Continue reading RacingJunk.com Partners with American Muscle Car Masters Series