Former HOT ROD Editor Named MAHLE Motorsport Marketing Manager

MAHLE Motorsport, the performance division of MAHLE North America, has named former HOT ROD Magazine editor, Rob Kinnan, as its marketing manager, the company announced. Kinnan will be responsible for all marketing decisions for the division including media buys, print and digital content, creative, sponsorships, budgets, PR and events, the company said. Kinnan has longstanding… Continue reading Former HOT ROD Editor Named MAHLE Motorsport Marketing Manager

Yokohama Tire Celebrates NORRA Mexican 1000 UTV Class Win

Yokohama Tire is celebrating after Team Yokohama driver Kristin Matlock secured victory in the UTV class at the Yokohama NORRA Mexican 1000, the tire manufacturer announced. Kristin Matlock beat her husband Wayne Matlock by 1.46 seconds to win the UTV class and finish third overall. She also became the first woman ever to win the… Continue reading Yokohama Tire Celebrates NORRA Mexican 1000 UTV Class Win

Austin Hatcher Foundation Partners with Craton Promotions

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer has been chosen as the Official Charity of Craton Promotions, an official promotional production center for many major brands associated with motorsports, the organization announced. Craton features a wide selection of gear from the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) along with many other prominent racing brands such as… Continue reading Austin Hatcher Foundation Partners with Craton Promotions

Inspiration & Empowerment: Inside the Austin Hatcher Foundation

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer (AHF), headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, provides support services for young patients and their families nationwide. (Photo courtesy AHF)

This article originally appeared in the June 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. In October 2006, Austin Hatcher Osborn was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of brain and spinal tumors called atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor (ATRT). The oncologist explained to parents Jim and Amy Jo Osborn that the fatality rate was 100%. Currently, ATRT… Continue reading Inspiration & Empowerment: Inside the Austin Hatcher Foundation

Gran Turismo Movie Trailer

The upcoming Gran Turismo movie has released a new trailer, which you can watch above. Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, the film is the tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills win a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional racecar driver.

THE SHOP Accepting Submissions for Made in the USA Product Section

THE SHOP is now accepting press releases for its Made in the USA new product section, coming up in the magazine’s July print issue. Deadline for entries is Friday, May 12. Each July, THE SHOP shines a spotlight on American-made components with a special Made in the USA roundup. Manufacturers are invited to submit a… Continue reading THE SHOP Accepting Submissions for Made in the USA Product Section

Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

A new five-part documentary series featuring NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson and other dirt track racers will premiere later this month on Fox Sports 1, the cable network announced. Dirt: The Last Great American Sport, a series produced by FloSports Studios, shines a spotlight on the blood, sweat and grease involved with dirt track… Continue reading Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

IMSA Narrows Diverse Driver Development Scholarship Candidate Field

IMSA has narrowed its field of drivers to 10 candidates for the 2024-25 IMSA Diverse Driver Development Scholarship, the sanctioning body announced. The recipient, to be named later this year, will receive benefits worth more than $250,000 to assist them in competing in one of three IMSA-sanctioned series during the 2024 season. According to the… Continue reading IMSA Narrows Diverse Driver Development Scholarship Candidate Field

MAP Services Adds Quantum Fuel Systems to Client Portfolio

MAP Services has added Quantum Fuel Systems to its client portfolio, the company announced. MAP Services provides minimum advertised price monitoring and enforcement services and specializes in the automotive and powersports industries. Quantum Fuel Systems, based in Ventura, California, provides direct fit OEM replacement and high-performance fuel system solutions for the powersports and automotive industries.… Continue reading MAP Services Adds Quantum Fuel Systems to Client Portfolio