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WRC Revives Radical Shootout Plan

The potential for a single-stage shootout to decide overall positions on World Rally Championship rounds is under discussion again, with a decision…

F1's Cost-Cutting Plan Revealed

Formula 1's leading figures are adamant that a three-year cost cutting plan discussed in the F1 Strategy Group is the best way to sort out the sport'…

Honorary Officials Named For Aaron's Dream Weekend

A host of distinguished “Honorary” officials were named for this weekend’s Aaron’s Dream Weekend at Talladega Superspeedway, May 2-4. Grand…

2014 Le Mans 24 Hours Modifications To Entry List

In the LM GTE Pro category there have been three withdrawals, all Aston Martins: nos 89 (LM GTE Pro, Aston Martin Racing), 87 (LM GTE Am, Craft…

5-Hour ENERGY Sponsors Kansas Cup Race

5-hour ENERGY will sponsor Kansas Speedway’s inaugural NASCAR Sprint Cup Series night race on May 10. The race is officially named the 5-hour ENERGY…

Karam Joins Ganassi, Enters Iny 500

Sage Karam, the 2013 Indy Lights champion, has a multi-year contract with Chip Ganassi Racing Teams as a developmental driver and will enter the 2014…

David Gravel Joins Roth Motorsports

Roth Motorsports has named Connecticut sprint-car driver David Gravel as the full-time driver of the Roth Enterprises No. 83 410 sprinter on the…

New England Dragway Signs With VP Racing Fuels

VP Racing Fuels has announced that New England Dragway, host to the NHRA Nationals in June, has signed a long-term agreement for exclusive fuel…

Parnelli Jones Named Grand Marshal Of Brickyard International

The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) has announced one of the greatest icons in the history of motor racing will serve as grand marshal…

Lucas Oil Extends Multi-Level Partnership With NHRA

Lucas Oil Products has signed a multi-year extension with the NHRA to remain one of the drag racing sanctioning body’s cornerstone sponsors. The all…

Tilton Engineering Named Official Clutch Supplier Of Indy Lights

Tilton Engineering in Buellton, California, has announced a new partnership with Andersen Promotions and the Indy Lights Series Presented by Cooper…

Honda Named Partnering Sponsor In 2014 Pikes Peak Hill Climb

Honda is making a major commitment to the 2014 running of the legendary Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, as both a sponsor and race…

Communications Director Highlights Staff Enhancements At Iowa Speedway

Iowa Speedway has announced Edward Williams as its new director, Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC). Williams brings more than eight years of…

Knoxville Raceway Expansion Project Passes Iowa House & Senate

A bill is on its way to Iowa Gov. Branstad's desk to sign into law to award the Knoxville Raceway up to $2 million over the next 10 years in tax…

Inaugural Winter Heat Sprint Car Showdown Announces Race Format & More

The inaugural Winter Heat Sprint Car Showdown will utilize a unique racing format for its four-day event in January 2015. Cocopah Speedway Director…

Dario Franchitti To Receive 2014 Legendary Driver Award

The Sam Schmidt Paralysis Foundation (SSPF) will host the 15th annual Racing to Recovery Gala Saturday, May 24 at the Lucas Oil Estate in Carmel. The…

Specialty Auto Parts Appoints New Sales Manager

On the heels of celebrating its 30th anniversary, Specialty Auto Parts U.S.A., Inc. Proform announces that Diana Gill has been appointed as the…

Swan Racing Annouces Restructuring

Swan Racing announced it has successfully restructured the company by finding solutions for the Nos. 26 and 30 teams in an attempt to save the jobs…

Safety-Kleen Renews Official Partnership With NASCAR

NASCAR announced today it has reached a multi-year agreement to renew its official partnership with Safety-Kleen, and is among several companies…

ECR Partners With Convergent Science

ECR Engines entered into a technical partnership with Convergent Science, Inc. on Wednesday to enhance its engine performance in NASCAR competition…

Kuwait Eager To Rev Up Motorsport Industry

Kuwait is eyeing a surge in the number of motor sport events to go along with its academy plans for young riders and drivers, the country's top…

Varney Motor Speedway Sold

Varney Motor Speedway, the ¼-mile bullring situated north of Guelph, Ontario, Canada, will have a new owner just in time for the 2014 season. Gord…

RCR Hires Matt Shearer As Dir., Business Development

Richard Childress Racing has named Matt Shearer as Director, Business Development for its 15-time championship organization, effective immediately.…

NASCAR Names New Hires For Marketing Team

NASCAR announced two new hires today as part of the company’s commitment to implementing strategic growth plans for several critical segments,…

Royal Purple Renews Sponsorship With GRC

Premium synthetic lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple announced that it will serve as the exclusive oil and lubricants sponsor for the Red Bull…

IROC Plans Return at Lime Rock Park

IROC Holdings, the rights holder to the International Race of Champions (IROC) brand, will hold the first IROC event in nearly 20 years as part of…

Tim Erdmann Named NHRA Vice President of Finance

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) has named Tim Erdmann as its new vice president of finance. Erdmann is based out of NHRA's San Dimas,…

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America Announces Class of 2025

The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA), located in Daytona Beach, Florida, has revealed its 2025 Induction Class. Revealed at the Acura…

NASCAR Launches Alumni Network to Reconnect with Former Competitors

NASCAR has announced the launch of the "NASCAR Alumni Network," a program that will help the sport--and its fans--stay connected with former…

ASCS National Tour Updates Race Format

The American Sprint Car Series National Tour (ASCS) is updating its nightly race format for the 2024 season. Now under the sanction of World Racing…

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