A 1970 Challenger R/T SE, known by many as the “Black Ghost,” was recently inducted into the Historic Vehicle Association’s National Historic Vehicle Register. Although a dominant figure in the Detroit street-racing scene during the 70s, few people knew who was behind the wheel of the Black Ghost and why it suddenly vanished from Woodward… Continue reading The History of the 1970 Challenger R/T SE ‘Black Ghost’
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RacingJunk Forms Marketing Partnership with Pub Table Racers
RacingJunk.com has entered into a new marketing partnership with Pub Table Racers, the online classified website announced. The two organizations will join forces for a cross-promotional campaign. Pub Table Racers is a weekly Facebook Live show and website hosted by two NASCAR Industry insiders, Warren Brosel and Tim Packman. They cover NASCAR and Grassroots racing… Continue reading RacingJunk Forms Marketing Partnership with Pub Table Racers
Big Block Nova vs. Ken Block’s AWD Mustang Hoonicorn
Ken Block and the Hoonigan team recently put his Ford Mustang ‘Hoonicorn’ up against a ’66 Chevy Nova SS as part of its “Hoonigan vs. The World” drag racing series. Check out the video above to see if Block and his Hoonicorn can beat the 1,100-horsepower Nova SS.
DEI Now Accepting Applications for 2021 Sponsorship Program
Racers, car builders and project vehicle creators can now apply to be part of the Team DEI 2021 Sponsorship Program, the company announced. Design Engineering, Inc. offers products and support to all corners of the automotive aftermarket, from motorsports competitors to custom car creators. Team DEI members over the years have included Street Machine and… Continue reading DEI Now Accepting Applications for 2021 Sponsorship Program
LLumar Window Film to Sponsor Chase Elliott
Eastman Performance Films, a subsidiary of Eastman Chemical Company, will become a primary sponsor of 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion Chase Elliott and the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE team after extending its relationship with Hendrick Motorsports for three more years. The sponsorship, which features the LLumar brand of window film and paint protection… Continue reading LLumar Window Film to Sponsor Chase Elliott
Hennessey Performance Unveils Venom F5
The hypercar will be powered by a twin-turbocharged V8, delivering 1,817 horsepower and 1,193 lb.-ft. of torque…
VP Racing Fuels Partners with Insinger Performance
VP Racing Fuels, a producer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has announced the addition of Insinger Performance as a distributor for Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. “We are extremely excited about adding Insinger Performance as a full line distributor for select areas of the Northeast,” said Bruce Hendel, VP… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Partners with Insinger Performance
Forgeline Wheels to Sponsor Goodguys Autocross Street Machine Class in 2021
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, an organizer of hot rod and custom car events, has announced that Forgeline Wheels will sponsor its Autocross Street Machine Class in 2021. This partnership marks the first time Goodguys has opened this level of sponsorship for its autocross competitions. The Forgeline “Street Machine” Autocross sponsorship will provide exposure on… Continue reading Forgeline Wheels to Sponsor Goodguys Autocross Street Machine Class in 2021
Roger Conley Tapped to Lead New Harts Diesel and Machine Turbo Division
Harts Diesel and Machine, known for its line of high-performance diesel parts, is expanding to serve the gasoline market with the formation of Harts Turbo, a division focused on street/strip applications. Roger Conley will lead the new division as Director of Business Development. Conley is a 30-year veteran in the high-performance aftermarket holding previous general… Continue reading Roger Conley Tapped to Lead New Harts Diesel and Machine Turbo Division
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Haltech to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Haltech’s engine management systems to its line card, the company announced. “The addition of Haltech fortifies the diversity of our product inventory in the engine management category. Haltech’s performance has been proven across a multitude of motorsports, including Pro Mod drag racing and professional drifting. As a… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Haltech to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution Adds PROGRESS Technology to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added high-performance suspension components from PROGRESS Technology to its line card, the company announced. “PROGRESS Technology is a unique brand that offers a catalog of performance suspension products, including sway bars, springs and coilovers. Formerly distributed under Motovicity, we are glad to offer this brand to customers through… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds PROGRESS Technology to Line Card
Wood Brothers Racing Awarded FIA Heritage Cup
For its accomplishments across seven decades, Wood Brothers Racing has been named the 2020 recipient of the FIA Founding Members Club Heritage Cup, the sanctioning body announced. The award is presented to an individual, institution, entity or object in recognition of exceptional or outstanding achievement within or contribution to the historic vehicle world. As the… Continue reading Wood Brothers Racing Awarded FIA Heritage Cup
Champion Racing Oil Announces Payout for 2021 National Open Winner
Champion Racing Oil has announced that the winner of the World of Outlaws (WoO) Sprint Car Series Champion Racing Oil National Open at Williams Grove Speedway will receive a payout of $75,000. The Champion Racing Oil National Open, scheduled for Oct. 2, paid $75,000 to win in 2020 and will again this coming year. Champion… Continue reading Champion Racing Oil Announces Payout for 2021 National Open Winner
Meyer Distributing Opens San Diego Cross-Dock
Meyer Distributing has opened a new cross-dock location in San Diego, California.
Turn 14 Distribution Unveils 2020 SEMA Builds
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has unveiled two projects that were originally slated for this year’s SEMA and PRI shows at Period Correct in Costa Mesa, California. “We felt it important to debut the Rywire Motorsports Electronics built Tesla powered Honda S2000 and the Dai Yoshihara built Mercedes 190E powered by a Honda S2000… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Unveils 2020 SEMA Builds