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Inaugural Class of Trans Am Hall of Fame Announced

by MikeFebruary 6, 2025February 6, 2025

18 Trans Am Legends from Past and Present Compose 2025 Inductees

CHARLOTTE (February 5, 2025) — On February 21, 2025, the inaugural class of the Trans Am Hall of Fame will be inducted during a celebratory dinner at Sebring International Raceway, where the series made its debut in 1966. 18 legendary drivers and team owners will be among the first inductees into the Trans Am Hall of Fame, which was announced in November to honor the longest-running professional road racing series in North America.

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NASCAR Legends Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, Bill Elliott, Ken Schrader and Bobby Labonte Confirmed for IROC Race Group at 2025 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

by MikeJanuary 31, 2025

Al Unser Jr. Joins as Honorary Pace Car Driver

MONTEREY, Calif., January 31, 2025—NASCAR legends Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, Bill Elliott, Ken Schrader and Bobby Labonte will join Danny Sullivan and Scott Pruett to compete in the IROC race group during the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion August 13-16 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

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Parella Motorsports Holdings Appoints Lee Giannone As New Chief Executive Officer

by MikeJanuary 31, 2025

NEW YORK, N.Y. | AUSTIN, Texas (January 30, 2025): Parella Motorsports Holdings (“PMH”), a premier motorsports organization dedicated to fostering excellence in racing and delivering world-class experiences to drivers, teams, and fans, has today announced the appointment of Lee Giannone to the role of Chief Executive Officer.

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Trans Am Series Unveils GT1 Challenge For 2025

by MikeJanuary 17, 2025

Five-Race Challenge Creates Flexible Class for SCCA Club GT1 Cars

CHARLOTTE (January 16, 2025) — The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli announces the unveiling of a new class for the 2025 season. The GT1 Challenge will provide competitors that race in SCCA Club Racing’s GT1 class with an opportunity to compete for a title in the Trans Am Series with a shorter, more flexible schedule and reduced entry fees.

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Spire Motorsports Signs Late Model Standout Tristan Mckee To Driver Development Program

by MikeJanuary 16, 2025

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (January 16, 2025) – Spire Motorsports has signed pavement late-model standout Tristan McKee to a driver development agreement prior to this weekend’s Protect Your Melon Buckle Up Speedfest at Cordele (Ga.) Motor Speedway. (more…)

Aussie Trans Am Regular to Take United States Gamble

by MikeJanuary 13, 2025

Edan Thornburrow is gearing up to go to the United States in a bid to further his Trans Am career. The Sydneysider is set to test a TA2 car with F.A.S.T Auto Racing at Sebring International Raceway across January 20-21. Thornburrow is planning to contest the season-opener at the same circuit on February 20-23 with a view towards a full-time campaign. (more…)

Kyle Larson and Jeff Gordon Approve Hendrick Motorsports Signing ‘Real Deal’ NASCAR Ace

by MikeJanuary 10, 2025

Hendrick Motorsports has made a splash in the offseason, signing 19-year-old rising star Corey Day to a multi-year contract. (more…)

Television Listings for Motorsports For January 7 – 12, 2025

by Lou ModestinoJanuary 7, 2025

Listings come from RacingTVSchedule. The times listed are eastern, and the schedule is subject to change without notice. (more…)

Lime Rock Park: Did You Get Your 2025 Tickets Yet? Plus, IROC Recap Video

by Lou ModestinoDecember 28, 2024

2025 packs eight epic event weekends, from the roaring Trans Am Memorial Day Classic to the long-awaited return of NASCAR and the legendary Historic Festival, now in its 43rd year.

As always, free entry for veterans, active military, and kids under 12, plus perks like premium parking with a Season Pass. Don’t miss a moment of the wheel-to-wheel action—get your tickets today at limerock.com/tickets! (more…)

PMNA Touts Successful 2024 With Nearly 2,000 Entries Across North America

by Lou ModestinoDecember 23, 2024

Porsche race cars were a force to be reckoned with everywhere in professional sports car racing during the 2024 season. One for the record books, a Porsche car stood atop the podium in 50 different open competition races. Wins came from behind the wheel in the 963 prototype, the 911 GT3 R, and the 718 Porsche Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport at tracks across the country.

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