Tag: Racing

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

Travis Pastrana Building Racing Facility

Travis Pastrana, the motorcycle racer, stuntman and rallycross driver, is building a new racing facility in Maryland, he announced. Named Circuit 199, the facility plans to include a paved rallycross course, an action sports progression park and a year-round bicycle, skateboard and scooter facility. In addition to rallycross racing, Pastrana told the Capital Gazette that… Continue reading Travis Pastrana Building Racing Facility

VP Racing Fuels Teams Up with Retailer to Recognize First Responders

VP Racing Fuels, a manufacturer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has partnered with A&A Auto Stores in Pennsylvania to recognize and thank the region’s first responders with free VP Hand Sanitizer on July 23 at 16 A&A Auto store locations. “As our frontline heroes keep us safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, we in the… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Teams Up with Retailer to Recognize First Responders

NORRA Cancels All Events Until 2021

The National Off Road Racing Association has postponed all 2020 events, including the NORRA Mexican 1000 and NORRA 500, until 2021. Organizers cited the outbreak of coronavirus in Baja California, Mexico as the reasoning for the postponement of the Yokohama NORRA Mexican 1000 presented by Method Race Wheels. “NORRA always puts an emphasis on having… Continue reading NORRA Cancels All Events Until 2021

MAHLE Developing 3D-Printed Pistons

As part of a cooperation with sports car manufacturer Porsche and mechanical engineering company Trumpf, MAHLE has produced high-performance aluminum pistons using 3D printing techniques for the first time, the company announced. The pistons were successfully tested on the engine test bench for Porsche’s 911 GT2 RS sports car. Whereas standard forged pistons have reached… Continue reading MAHLE Developing 3D-Printed Pistons

2021 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Honoring Lyn St. James

Former racer Lyn St. James will be the Honoree of the 26th annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, organizers announced. The event is scheduled for March 4-7, 2021. St. James’ racing career began in a Ford Pinto — her daily driver — in the 1970s and wrapped up more than two decades later. During her career,… Continue reading 2021 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Honoring Lyn St. James