Tag: Racing

Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Postponed

Citing COVID-19 developments both locally and around the globe, the 26th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will move to May 20-23, event organizers announced. “At the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Foundation made a promise to put the safety of our spectators, volunteers, entrants, judges, vendors, sponsors, staff and board… Continue reading Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Postponed

Sparta Evolution Signs with R&R Marketing Consultants

Sparta Evolution, designer and manufacturer of high-performance brake systems, has signed on as a new client of R&R Marketing Consultants Inc. (RRMCI), the company announced today. RRMCI will work with the Seattle, Washington-based company to market and sell its line of products, including Big Brake Kits and direct replacement brake kits that include all the… Continue reading Sparta Evolution Signs with R&R Marketing Consultants

United States Motorsports Association Partners with Summit Motorsports Park

The United States Motorsports Association has been named the Official Motorsports Advocacy Group of Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, the organization announced. Formed in 2015, the United States Motorsports Association represents the racing industry in local, state and federal matters, and creates connections between members of the racing industry and government officials. It also… Continue reading United States Motorsports Association Partners with Summit Motorsports Park

Wilwood Disc Brakes Hires Outside Sales Contractor

Wilwood’s racing division has hired Tommy Strup as its newest outside sales contractor, the company announced. Strup brings more than 5 decades of racing experience and braking technology knowledge to the Wilwood team. Strup has owned a race program and worked directly with various race teams, builders and dealers. In 1996, Tommy turned his passion… Continue reading Wilwood Disc Brakes Hires Outside Sales Contractor

VP Racing Fuels Named Official Fuel of COPO Parts Direct

VP Racing Fuels, Inc., a manufacturer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has been named the Official Fuel of COPO Parts Direct and Turn Key Automotive in Oxford, Michigan, the company announced. “The COPO name is recognized around the world by racers, enthusiasts, and collectors in particular since there are only 69 of these awesome… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Named Official Fuel of COPO Parts Direct

Racecar Engineering Cancels Vendor College 2021

Racecar Engineering, citing COVID-19, has canceled its annual Vendor College 2021 event during February’s Speedweeks in central Florida. To quote Racecar Engineering President, Steve Dorer, “I believe this is in everyone’s best interest to help ensure that we keep everyone safe, our doors open, and that we can continue on with ‘Business as Usual’ to… Continue reading Racecar Engineering Cancels Vendor College 2021

Legendary Pontiac Mechanic Milt Schornack Passes Away

Milt Schornack—a legendary Pontiac mechanic—passed away last November. Schornack was born in Detroit on July 8, 1935, and was 85-years-old at the time of his death. He was most famous for his work on the Bobcat GTOs that were modified for drag racing by Ace Wilson’s Royal Pontiac dealership in Royal Oak, Michigan. He also… Continue reading Legendary Pontiac Mechanic Milt Schornack Passes Away

Tony Stewart’s Short Track Series Announces 2021 Schedule

Superstar Racing Experience (SRX) and CBS Sports have revealed the full schedule for the series’ inaugural season. Formed by Tony Stewart and Ray Evernham, the series will debut at Stafford Motor Speedway in Stafford Springs, Connecticut on June 12. The season will conclude on July 17 at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Other stops include Knoxville Raceway,… Continue reading Tony Stewart’s Short Track Series Announces 2021 Schedule

Champion Oil Celebrating 65th Anniversary

Champion Brands, a manufacturer of chemicals, lubricants, brake fluids, motor oils and additives, will be celebrating its 65th Anniversary Celebration in 2021, the company announced. Highlights of the year will be sponsorship of national and regional auto races, product contests, promotions and special events. Originally Lowe Oil Co. founded by Ralph Lowe in 1956, Champion… Continue reading Champion Oil Celebrating 65th Anniversary

Carroll Shelby Foundation Continues Charitable Efforts

The Carroll Shelby Foundation (CSF) kept their foot firmly to the floor in 2020 by completing a number of donations and fundraising programs this year. The non-profit organization made several gifts and increased its annual commitments to charities such as Children’s Organ Transplant Association, Carroll Shelby Automotive Program, American Nurses Association and The Eli Home.… Continue reading Carroll Shelby Foundation Continues Charitable Efforts