Traverse City, Mich. – November 20, 2024 – The Amelia, a leading global concours weekend known for its racing roots and luxurious setting at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, today announced Hélio Castroneves as honoree for 2025, continuing the event’s longstanding tradition as “the racer’s concours.”
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Michael Phelps Named Honorary Pace Car Driver for NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race, Nov. 10
PHOENIX (Oct. 23, 2024) – Phoenix Raceway announced today that Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympic athlete of all time, will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Driver for the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race on Sunday, Nov. 10.
MAVTV Named International Broadcast Partner for 2024 FOX Australian Supercross Championship
- Expanded distribution into millions of households in the Americas, Europe and Asia
- 5-Time Champion Justin Brayton to join the broadcast team
- The most comprehensive Australian Supercross Championship broadcast in decade
INDIANAPOLIS – Oct. 7, 2024 – The 2024 FOX Australian Supercross Championship (AUSX) is set to elevate its international presence through a new global broadcast partnership with MAVTV. Known for its dedication to delivering high-octane motorsport content to millions of fans across the world, MAVTV will bring every thrilling round of the championship to more than 30 countries including Americas, Europe, and Asia, making this the most comprehensive broadcast partnership in decades of the series. (more…)
City National Bank Named Official Bank Partner of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix Presented by Gainbridge
Nashville, TN (September 6, 2024) – Big Machine Music City Grand Prix announced today City National Bank as the Official Bank Partner of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix Presented by Gainbridge at Nashville Superspeedway, September 14-15, 2024, continuing their support in Music City.
“City National Bank opened its doors in Music City more than 13 years ago specifically to serve the entertainment industry and the people and businesses who call Nashville home. As we have expanded into sports, being able to work alongside Scott Borchetta and the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix as the official bank sponsor of this event felt like the perfect fit” said Diane Pearson, Co-Head of City National Entertainment – Nashville. “From music to INDYCAR racing and the prestigious Astor Cup, we look forward to seeing everyone in Nashville for these incredible Grand Prix experiences!”
Leigh Diffey Named NBC Sports’ NASCAR Cup Series Lead Play-By-Play Commentator
STAMFORD, Conn. – August 20, 2024 – NBC Sports has announced that veteran motorsports commentator Leigh Diffey will serve as the lead play-by-play voice for its NASCAR Cup Series coverage, beginning with this weekend’s Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, August 24, in primetime on NBC and Peacock, and continuing through the playoffs and season championship at Phoenix on November 10.
Jacob Canter Named Director of Competition at Legacy Motor Club
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB announced today that Jacob Canter will serve as Director of Competition. Canter joins the CLUB with more than two decades of engineering experience with a focus in the motorsports industry.
Richard Petty Named Grand Marshal for the Clean Harbors 250 at Richmond Raceway on Aug. 10
RICHMOND, Va. (July 17, 2024) – Richmond Raceway announced that American icon, NASCAR Hall of Famer, Seven-Time Cup Series Champion and the winningest driver in NASCAR history “The King” Richard Petty will serve as the Grand Marshal for the Clean Harbors 250 on Saturday, Aug. 10.
Ray Evernham Named Grand Marshal for Sunday’s Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway
DARLINGTON, S.C. (MAY 7, 2024) – Darlington Raceway announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief Ray Evernham will serve as the Grand Marshal on Sunday for the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway. The NASCAR legend will deliver the starting command for one of the most thrilling NASCAR Cup Series races of the season, which culminates The Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR at the Track Too Tough to Tame.
Geoff Bodine Named as Grand Marshal for Darlington Raceway Throwback Parade on Saturday
DARLINGTON, S.C. (May 8, 2024) – Darlington Raceway announced today that former NASCAR Cup Series driver Geoff Bodine will serve as the Grand Marshal for Saturday’s Darlington Raceway Throwback Parade. Bodine will lead the annual parade of NASCAR’s Official Throwback Weekend, accompanied by a host of local dignitaries, vintage race cars and nostalgic floats. (more…)
J&R Precast Named Title Sponsor Of NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Event At Seekonk Speedway
SEEKONK, Mass. — Seekonk Speedway is happy to announce that longtime local business, J&R Precast, located in Berkley, Massachusetts, has been signed as the title sponsor of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event on Saturday, June 1.
Esteemed Contemporary Architect Steven Harris Named Grand Marshal of Greenwich Concours d’Elegance
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., May 1, 2024 – The Greenwich Concours d’Elegance, an annual enthusiast motoring event, features a meticulously curated selection of vehicles, embodying the pinnacle of automotive design and engineering from May 31st to June 2nd in Greenwich, Connecticut. Showcasing rare classics, iconic sports cars, attendees are invited to enjoy an elegant and immersive experience celebrating automotive history. (more…)
NAPA Auto Parts Thunder On The Hill Racing Series…… Vintage Cars Join High Limit Show, Thunder Girls & National Anthem Performers Named
BECHTELSVILLE, PA MARCH 27, 2024 . . . . . . . . For the thirty-fifth season, the NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series will open with the first of three big events in 2024 on Tuesday night, May 28 when Levan Machine & Truck Equipment present the Rich Mar Florist Kubota High Limit 410 Sprints at Grandview Speedway.
ACT Title Chaser Gluchacki Named Kulwicki Driver Development Program Finalist
Barre, VT — It was announced this morning in Charlotte, North Carolina that American-Canadian Tour standout Derek Gluchacki has made the coveted list of finalists for the highly acclaimed Kulwicki Driver Development Program (KDDP). The program has partnered with racers from across North America the past eight seasons to offer a stipend of sponsorship money as well as working with these racers to provide assistance with publicity, marketing, sponsorship development and industry networking throughout the season.
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO and 1947 Delahaye 135MS Narval Cabriolet Named Best in Show at The Amelia
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla., March 4, 2024 – A 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO was crowned Best in Show, Concours de Sport while a 1947 Delahaye 135MS Narval Cariolet took home Best in Show, Concours d’Elegance at the 29th annual Amelia Concours d’Elegance. The Sunday Concours concluded a week long celebration of the automobile which included auction, seminars, film viewings and several automotive events. In total, over 27,000 automotive enthusiasts visited The Amelia between February 29 and March 3. (more…)
Six-Time AMA Motocross and Supercross Champion Jeff Stanton Named Grand Marshal for DAYTONA Supercross
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 28, 2024) – Daytona International Speedway has named Jeff Stanton Grand Marshal for the 54th annual DAYTONA Supercross, giving riders the command to fire up their engines before tackling another grueling course from Ricky Carmichael.
Trenton’s East Coast Indoor Dirt Nationals Winner To Receive Special Rob Vivona Memorial Trophy, Named after Inaugural Race Winner
Trenton, NJ – Rob Vivona, whose courageous run to victory as “Whitey Kidd III” in the first East Coast Indoor Dirt National at Trenton’s CURE Insurance Arena in 2017 will never be forgotten. When the fifth annual winner is decided on Saturday, February 24th the victor will receive a special Rob Vivona Memorial Trophy.
John Mccoy Named 48th Auto-Racing Promoter Of The Year At 51st Annual RPM@Daytona Workshops
Daytona Beach, Florida (Februa
SoundGear Named zMAX CARS Tour Presenting Partner for 2024
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 13, 2024) – The zMAX CARS Tour announced today that SoundGear, the worldwide leader in hearing protection, will be the presenting sponsor, as well as the official hearing protection partner for the Southeast’s premier touring Late Model series co-owned by motorsports icons Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Justin Marks. (more…)
Congruity (HR) Named Title Sponsor of 10-Race NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series in 2024
BALL GROUND, GA (Jan. 25, 2024) – NHRA Pro Mod DragRacing Series Manager Finish Line Consultants and NHRA officials announced today that Congruity HR, whichspecializes in offeringHR support, benefits and benefits administration, payrollprocessing and risk management to small and midsized businesses, has been named the title sponsor of the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series.
Colin Garrett Named In The Top 25 Drivers Worldwide at BMW’s Night of Trophies 2023
South Boston, VA – December 6, 2023, – BMW, a leading name in motorsports, proudly honored their top 25 drivers from around the world at the prestigious Night of Trophies 2023 held at Motorworld, Munich. Among the standout drivers recognized, Colin Garrett, TC America champion, emerged as BMW’s 12th best driver globally.