The Internet Brands (IB) Auto Classifieds group has announced the addition of race industry veteran Tyler West to its Business Development team.

IB Classifieds, led by flagship site RacingJunk.com, specializes in online marketplaces for the professional and grassroots racing communities, as well as for performance needs, hot rods, classics and antique vehicles and parts. West brings decades of experience in track management and corporate partnerships to the group.

Following a driving career in bracket racing, West later worked as director of Corporate Partnerships at Memphis International Raceway. He later served as dragstrip operations manager at the former Palm Beach International Raceway, general manager of Amarillo Dragway, and, most recently, general manager of his home track, Mo-Kan Dragway in Jasper County, Missouri.

"Tyler brings with him intimate knowledge of racing, both behind the wheel, behind the scenes and as a decision maker. He knows our audience from every perspective," said Scott Stetz, Director of Sales and Business Development for the Auto Classifieds Group. "We're excited to have him on board, forging and strengthening these connections."

The position opened following the loss of Robert "Bobby" Chalmers this summer to pancreatic cancer. Chalmers was a beloved figure in the race industry and had been leading business development efforts for the Auto Classifieds Group before his passing.

"I knew Bobby, as did many of us in this industry, and his loss is difficult for everyone," West said. "I'm excited to begin this next chapter in my career, and to continue the work he was doing as someone so passionate about the race industry. I look forward to utilizing my experience in race track operations and passion for motorsports to help expand the RacingJunk brand."

The Internet Brands Auto Classifieds group includes RacingJunk.com, HotRodHotline.com, OldRide.com, and CollectorCarNation.com. The group focuses on auto racing and performance, hot rods, classic and collectible vehicles and parts, as well as trailers and RVs.