Hyundai Motor Company introduced its new electrified RM20e Racing Midship Sports Car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition 2020. The RM nomenclature refers to the N prototype model’s “Racing Midship” rear-drive, midship powertrain configuration. The RM platform facilitates an engineering “rolling lab” for testing high-performance technologies, Hyundai said. In 2012, Hyundai embarked on project RM… Continue reading Hyundai Introduces All-Electric Racer
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Gracie Trotter Becomes First Female Winner of an ARCA-Sanctioned Event
Gracie Trotter, a 19-year-old from Denver, Colorado, drove away with the win in the ARCA Menards Series West General Tire 150 last weekend at The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, becoming the first female winner of an ARCA Racing sanctioned event. This is Trotter’s first year in the ARCA Menards Series West as she… Continue reading Gracie Trotter Becomes First Female Winner of an ARCA-Sanctioned Event
Shirley Muldowney Donates Helmet Collection to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
Former drag racer Shirley Muldowney has donated over three dozen race-worn helmets to the Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing for permanent display, the NHRA announced. The collection includes helmets from throughout her career, including her first racing helmet, which she wore from 1965-71, as well as the helmet from the 1984 Grand National in… Continue reading Shirley Muldowney Donates Helmet Collection to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
Registration Now Open for Virtual Engine Performance Expo
Registration is now open for the virtual Engine Performance Expo, event organizers announced. The 3-day event, scheduled for Jan. 7-9, 2021, will showcase industry-leading engine builders, suppliers, machinists and equipment manufacturers, organizers said. From live panel discussions to detailed instructional demonstrations, the Engine Performance Expo will give participants the opportunity to connect with industry experts,… Continue reading Registration Now Open for Virtual Engine Performance Expo
Superformance Donates MKII Slab Side to Petersen Museum Gala
Superformance, a manufacturer of 1960s-era continuation sports cars, has donated a 1962 MKII Shelby 289 Slab Side to the Petersen Automotive Museum’s upcoming digital gala set for Sept. 26, the low-volume manufacturer announced. During its 26th Annual Gala Celebration, the Petersen Automotive Museum will auction the MKII Slab Side, with the proceeds generated from the… Continue reading Superformance Donates MKII Slab Side to Petersen Museum Gala
Michael Jordan, Denny Hamlin Start NASCAR Cup Series Team
NBA legend Michael Jordan and three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin today are forming a new NASCAR Cup Series race team that will begin competition for the 2021 season, the pair announced. Bubba Wallace has signed a multi-year deal to drive for the yet-to-be-named, single car team. “Growing up in North Carolina, my parents would… Continue reading Michael Jordan, Denny Hamlin Start NASCAR Cup Series Team
A Look Inside the Lucas Oil Fabrication Shop
The operation produces everything from Top Fuel dragsters to trade show displays…
Electric, V8 Mustang Cobra Jets to Race Head-to-Head
The all-electric Ford Performance Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 and its supercharged V8 counterpart will be racing head-to-head at the AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the NHRA announced. The two vehicles previously faced off at the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals earlier this year with Funny Car competitors Bob Tasca III and Tony Pedregon behind… Continue reading Electric, V8 Mustang Cobra Jets to Race Head-to-Head
Bruce Canepa Walks Through the Porsche 959
Canepa gives an in-depth look at the restoration of three different Porsche 959s…
YouTube TV Adds MAVTV Motorsports Network
MAVTV Motorsports Network, a television network in the U.S. dedicated solely to motorsports, has signed a distribution deal with YouTube TV that will bring motorsports content to the subscription streaming service’s newest add-on package, Sports Plus. “It is an honor having MAVTV available on such an impressive platform, with such a renowned brand, and in… Continue reading YouTube TV Adds MAVTV Motorsports Network
Hawk Performance Named Official Brake Pad of SVRA
The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) has named Hawk Performance as its “Official Brake Pad,” the organization announced. “SVRA and Hawk have a great history together,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. “Many of our car owners already use Hawk Performance products and have done… Continue reading Hawk Performance Named Official Brake Pad of SVRA
VIDEO: Aeromotive Founder Continuing Pro Mod Season After Crash
Owner and founder of Aeromotive Inc., Steve Matusek, has announced his plans to continue the 2020 Pro Mod season following an incident at the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis on Sept. 6, 2020. Matusek debuted his 2020 Pro Mod Mustang with his new title sponsor, Tequila Comisario, before enduring a roll-over crash in round one of… Continue reading VIDEO: Aeromotive Founder Continuing Pro Mod Season After Crash
2020 PRI Show Canceled
Decision made due to mounting uncertainty related to the coronavirus pandemic…
Holley Launches Digital Magazine
Holley has launched a new digital magazine, the performance parts manufacturer announced. The magazine, Motor Life, will deliver in-depth technical and how-to content, car features, videos and breaking event news and coverage, Holley representatives said. Motor Life contributors include veteran automotive journalists and photographers Jeff Smith, Richard Holdener, Larry Chen and Wes Duenkel, and its… Continue reading Holley Launches Digital Magazine
NASCAR Hall of Fame to Reopen
The NASCAR Hall of Fame will reopen to the general public on Sept. 16 with reduced capacity and enhanced health and safety measures in place, the museum announced. Operating hours will be 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Monday, with Tuesdays reserved for private groups and special events. “We’re thrilled and ready to welcome… Continue reading NASCAR Hall of Fame to Reopen