Famed Engine Builder Ed Pink Passes Away (1931 – 2025)
Legendary engine builder Ed Pink, who worked on some of the racing industry’s best engines, has passed away at the age of 94. Notable for his NHRA drag-racing V-8s, he … Read More
Category: Industry News
From Racetrack to Risk Assessment: Motorsport Transforms Insurance
The insurance industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation, powered by technology first proven on the racetrack. As Formula 1 teams push the boundaries of data analytics and real-time decision-making, insurance … Read More
Bell Racing Helmets launches the innovative SmartLock™ visor locking system
Bell Racing Helmets, a brand of Racing Force Group, announces the introduction of SmartLock™, the innovative and patented, side-positioned, visor locking system for full-face helmets. The SmartLock™ system has been … Read More
Industry News: McLaren appoints Ian James as Dir. of Motorsport
McLaren Automotive today announced the appointment of Ian James as Director of Motorsport, overseeing all of McLaren Automotive’s GT products and customer racing activities and reporting into CEO Michael Leiters, … Read More
After Kalkhoven’s death, Cosworth makes Leadership Changes
After the death of co-owner Kevin Kalkhoven, Cosworth, a leader in automotive powertrain technologies, has announced a wholesale change to its leadership team, as it prepares for sustainable growth and … Read More
Velocity Capital Management acquires Parella Motorsports
Velocity Capital Management (“Velocity”), a private equity firm specializing in value-add investing in high growth companies across the sports, media, and entertainment ecosystem, today announced that its Velocity Opportunity Fund … Read More
Industry News: Billionaire buying Autosport and Motorsport
Global investor and billionaire Gary Fegel is making a new move into sports, acquiring Motorsport Network Media Inc. (MSNM), billed as the world’s largest independent motorsport racing and automotive media … Read More
How to get a job in the Racing Industry
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career in the racing industry? Learn how to find the right job openings, develop your skills, and get ready for success. The … Read More
Industry News: Ingo Mauel named new head of Bosch Motorsport
Abstatt – A transition in leadership has taken place in the successful motorsports division of Bosch Engineering: as of October 1, 2022, Ingo Mauel has taken over management of Bosch … Read More
The Impact of Casino Sponsorship on the Racing Industry
If you’ve watched any racing, you’ve probably noticed the branded logos on the gear, T-shirts, cars, and the Driver’s jersey. You can often see the names of many big brands … Read More
Alain de Cadenet dies (Update)
STATEMENT FROM BYRON DEFOOR, FOUNDER OF THE CHATTANOOGA MOTORCAR FESTIVAL, ON THE PASSING OF ALAIN DE CADENET ON JULY 2, 2022 “We at the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival have been privileged to … Read More
Unser Jr named honorary chairman of Motorsports Hall of Fame of America ceremony
Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner and 2009 Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA) Open Wheel inductee Al Unser Jr. will serve as Honorary Chairman of next week’s 34th Annual Induction … Read More
Formula E: Team owner’s media company buys Las Vegas Music Festival
Dragon/Penske Team Owner Jay Penske (son of Roger Penske) of course is also the CEO and President of Penske Media. They own Rolling Stone Magazine who has now branched out … Read More
Industry News: How Does Insurance Work for Auto Racing?
Do you love the thrill of watching beautiful cars speed around a track? If so, you might be wondering how insurance works for auto racing. Is regular car insurance enough, … Read More
Brembo Announces the Acquisition of J. Juan
With this transaction, the Group expands its brand family and completes the range of solutions for motorbike braking systems. Brembo has signed an agreement for the acquisition of a 100 … Read More
The racing world loses Oscar Koveleski
Last night the world lost the man who brought the excitement of car racing to more kids than anyone in history. Like many, as a kid I met Oscar through … Read More