Pat Musi, engine builder and owner of Pat Musi Racing Engines, is celebrating his 50th year in business in 2020. Originally known as Pat’s Speed Shop, Musi started the small shop in Carteret, New Jersey, right out of high school in 1970. “It’s exciting to see everything you’ve worked for come together,” Musi said. “We’ve… Continue reading Pat Musi Racing Engines Celebrating 50th Anniversary
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Bondurant High Performance Driving School Featured on TV Show
Bondurant High Performance Driving School will be featured on Season 3 of HISTORY’s “It’s How You Get There,” on Sunday, Aug. 2, the driving school announced. The episode follows the show’s hosts Jenn Barlow, Sam Nehme and Julian Taylor as they put the performance capabilities of the Dodge//SRT line to the test at the driving… Continue reading Bondurant High Performance Driving School Featured on TV Show
Maurice Petty, Hall of Fame Engine Builder for Petty Enterprises, Passes Away
Maurice Petty, a stock-car racing pioneer who built the engines that propelled Petty Enterprises to over 200 victories, passed away on July 25 surrounded by family, the Petty family announced. He was 81-years old. Born in 1939 into the Petty family of Level Cross, North Carolina, a legendary family known for their wins and championships,… Continue reading Maurice Petty, Hall of Fame Engine Builder for Petty Enterprises, Passes Away
A Look Back at Porsche’s Failed IndyCar Program
A sportscar powerhouse, Porsche tried to take over America’s highest level of open wheel racing in the 1980s, only to run into numerous speed bumps along the way. Even with a 2.65-liter turbocharged V-8 under the cowling and Teo Fabi behind the wheel, Porsche only managed to win one race before pulling out of the… Continue reading A Look Back at Porsche’s Failed IndyCar Program
Fisker Planning to Join Extreme E Off-Road Racing Series
Extreme E, the new electric off-road motor racing championship, has revealed that it is in advanced talks with electric vehicle manufacturer Fisker on a series partnership and potential works team entrance. Extreme E, starting early 2021, is a new racing series which will see electric SUVs go head to head in extreme locations around the… Continue reading Fisker Planning to Join Extreme E Off-Road Racing Series
Mullin Automotive Museum Debuts ‘Under the Hood’ Video Series
The first episode features the 1994 Bugatti EB 110 Supersport Le Mans, which is powered by a 3.5-liter V12 with four turbos
Formula 1 Cancels U.S. Grand Prix
Formula 1 has cancelled the U.S. Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, as well as three additional events scheduled to be hosted in Canada, Brazil and Mexico, the series announced. Formula 1 said the decision was “due to the fluid nature of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, local restrictions and the importance of keeping… Continue reading Formula 1 Cancels U.S. Grand Prix
OPTIMA Signs Foust, Gittin Jr. as Ambassadors
OPTIMA Batteries has joined in two new partnerships with Tanner Foust and Vaughn Gittin Jr., the company announced. Both drivers will be joining the OPTIMA PowerPro Ambassador ranks. Tanner Foust is a four-time U.S. RallyCross champion, four-time X Games gold medalist for RallyCross and Gymkhana, and two-time Formula Drift champion. “I’m very excited to be… Continue reading OPTIMA Signs Foust, Gittin Jr. as Ambassadors
RacingJunk.com Renews Partnership with New Smyrna Speedway
RacingJunk.com has extended its partnership with New Smyrna Speedway, the online racing classified site announced. The two organizations will once again join forces for a cross promotional marketing program extending into the 2021 race season. New Smyrna Speedway (NSS) is a high-banked, half mile paved oval located just five miles west of New Smyrna Beach,… Continue reading RacingJunk.com Renews Partnership with New Smyrna Speedway
Indianapolis 500 Limited to 25% Capacity
Based on policies and procedures put into effect by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IMS officials announced today that attendance for the 104th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, Aug. 23 will be approximately 25% of capacity. Face coverings will be required for all attendees. Ticket sales will not be permitted after Friday, July 24,… Continue reading Indianapolis 500 Limited to 25% Capacity
Shelby GT350R Prototype Breaks Record for Most Expensive Mustang
Sold at auction for a final price of $3,850,000, a 1965 Shelby GT350R prototype has set a new record for the most expensive Mustang ever sold at public auction, according to Hagerty. The car is the first ever GT350R, tested and developed by Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Bob Bondurant and a few other legendary wheelmen,… Continue reading Shelby GT350R Prototype Breaks Record for Most Expensive Mustang
Saleen to Produce ‘Big Oly’ Bronco
Following the release of the new Ford Bronco, Saleen Automotive has announced that it will produce a Bronco inspired by ‘Big Oly,’ the off-roader that Parnelli Jones drove to consecutive Baja 1000 victories. This homage vehicle will not only wear a livery reminiscent of the original but will also host numerous performance upgrades, the company… Continue reading Saleen to Produce ‘Big Oly’ Bronco
NHRA Postpones Denver, Brainerd Events
The Dodge Mile-High NHRA Nationals Presented By Pennzoil at Bandimere Speedway in Denver, Colorado (Aug. 7-9) and the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota (Aug. 14-16) have been postponed until further notice for pandemic-related reasons, the NHRA announced. The sanctioning body also announced the creation of the new NHRA Indy… Continue reading NHRA Postpones Denver, Brainerd Events
WebMD Features NHRA Funny Car Driver Paul Lee in New Video
WebMD follows NHRA Funny Car driver and McLeod Racing President Paul Lee’s journey back to the track after he suffered a widow-maker heart attack in 2016 in a recently released video. “The Green Light,” which you can watch above, showcases the trials of Lee’s rehabilitation back to a healthy lifestyle both on and off the… Continue reading WebMD Features NHRA Funny Car Driver Paul Lee in New Video
Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop
Bombtrack Fabrication, which specializes in custom racecars and chassis components, has acquired Power Cool Systems’ machine shop, formerly known as Saldana Racing Products, the company announced. Bombtrack will move operations to the existing Power Cool Systems location. Prior to the acquisition, the fabrication company had already taken on much of the CNC production for Power… Continue reading Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop