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Member Business Survey
Clear and concise dialogue between suppliers and customers keeps business flowing smoothly and avoids misunderstandings or disagreements that could…
Read MoreMember Check-In: MYRACEPASS
“It’s all about fan engagement,” said Josh Holt about MyRacePass.com, a one-stop digital assistant for racers, track operators, series organizers,…
Read moreBusiness Profile: Ross Racing
With a focus on high-performance powerplants for traditional hot rods, circle track racing, and the drag strip, this family owned and operated…
Read moreTalent Agents
As motorsports and automotive design continues to evolve, educators across the country are laying the groundwork for the next generation of…
Read moreIndustry Insights: Wayne Jesel
Relentless research, development, testing, and commitment to quality has created a unique competitive advantage for Jesel Valvetrain Innovation…
Read moreNewly Appointed: Cathi & Joe Maynard
Drawing on their expertise in building successful businesses, the new co-owners of Don Schumacher Racing’s Top Fuel team are now living their…
Read moreEditors' Choice
This month’s special edition highlights new motorsports-related products that will be on display in the PRI Trade Show’s Featured Products…
Read moreMake The Case: Planning For The PRI Trade Show
PRI Trade Show veterans recommend making a plan for time at the Show rather than just walking the aisles and discovering things by chance. The sheer…
Read moreStop Doing That…Do This Instead: PRI Trade Show
Considering the miles of aisles you’ll walk at the PRI Show, wearing comfortable shoes is a must. PRI’s Industry Sales Director Scott Hartwick (not…
Read moreAsk the Experts: Media Goals At The PRI Show
Bobby Bennett of CompetitionPlus.com (not pictured) spoke for many in the media when he called his role at the PRI Trade Show “a conduit for those…
Read moreAdvocacy Corner
Tracking legal, legislative, and regulatory developments impacting the racing and performance industry. Performance Racing Industry’s Washington,…
Read morePRI Education: Perfecting The Art Of Chassis Setup
Measuring the rate of wheel load increase on a pull-down fixture is called the wheel load curve, which indicates the likelihood of grip loss. A…
Read moreIndustry Insights: Beth Paretta
This trailblazer leads by example, establishing an IndyCar team featuring women in prominent roles—including the driver—and working to bring…
Read moreMember Check-In: Fifth Third Bank
This institution’s commitment to racing ranges from backing several teams to providing a suite of services that benefit motorsports businesses, all…
Read moreNewly Appointed: Kurt Miller
SCORE’s new marketing sales manager is plotting a course to expand the sport’s reach to a wider audience while building new opportunities for…
Read moreMake The Case: Winged Vs. Non-Winged Sprint Car Racing
While the two machines are very similar, the downforce offered by winged sprint cars necessitates a unique approach to racecraft, setup, and…
Read moreEditors’ Choice
Hundreds of new product announcements cross the desks of PRI editors each month. Following are our top picks for October. ECORSA Motorsport Non-…
Read moreStop Doing That…Do This Instead: Nitrous Oxide
Pat Musi, at left, of Musi Racing Engines cautioned against exceeding the saturation point with too much nitrous. “The excess gets locked in the…
Read moreAsk the Experts: Sprint Car Fire Suppression Systems
SPA Technique was the first company to receive the new SFI 17.3 certification for its FireSense Plus sprint car fire suppression system. While its 4…
Read moreIndustry Insights: Brad Sweet
This Grass Valley, California, competitor’s passion for dirt racing prompted him to add the title ‘promoter’ to a sterling resume that includes back…
Read moreEditors’ Choice
Hundreds of new product announcements cross the desks of PRI editors each month. Following are our top picks for September. RZ-88O & RZ-88C…
Read moreMake The Case: LS vs. LT Engines
Thanks to its strength, compact dimensions, low cost and strong aftermarket support, the LS has been the engine of choice for countless high-…
Read moreNewly Appointed: RJ de Vera
For this industry leader, becoming SEMA’s new vice president of marketing is the culmination of three decades of personal and professional…
Read moreStop Doing That…Do This Instead: Competing With Nearby Tracks
The AMSOIL Championship Off-Road Series fosters a partnership among its tracks in a number of ways, including monthly calls with track…
Read moreAsk the Experts: Fuel Pump Performance
Voltage drop can be a problem if factory wiring is used in the installation of an aftermarket fuel pump, said Brandon McDaniel of DeatschWerks. With…
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