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New FAT Karting League Set to Revolutionise Motorsport Accessibility

L-R: Ferdi Porsche – CEO of FAT International, Rob Smedley – CEO of Smedley Group

London, Monday, December 2nd — Motorsport is at a turning point. FAT International and the Smedley Group have partnered to launch the FAT Karting League (FKL), a revolutionary initiative aimed at making motorsport accessible and appealing to aspiring young racers from all walks of life. Building upon the legacy of the Global Karting League, FKL is redefining grassroots racing with a focus on inclusivity and affordability, inspiring the next generation of talent and setting a new benchmark for the sport. (more…)

General Motors Brings Cadillac Brand, New American Team To F1 For 2026 Season

by Mike1 week ago

Formula 1 on Monday at last said it will expand its grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors.

“As the pinnacle of motorsports, F1 demands boundary-pushing innovation and excellence. It’s an honor for General Motors and Cadillac to join the world’s premier racing series, and we’re committed to competing with passion and integrity to elevate the sport for race fans around the world,” GM President Mark Reuss said. “This is a global stage for us to demonstrate GM’s engineering expertise and technology leadership at an entirely new level.” (more…)

Team Penske And Verizon Unveil New INDYCAR Livery

by Mike1 week ago

FOX Reveals First Look of No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet Driven by Will Power in 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA (November 24, 2024) – Team Penske and Verizon today unveiled a striking new paint scheme for the No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet driven by two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champion, Will Power. The 2018 Indianapolis 500 Champion will debut this new livery at the 2025 season opener on the streets of St. Petersburg when Verizon, Power and Team Penske begin their 17^th season together, marking one of the longest-running partnerships in motorsports.

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Race Of Champions And Thompson Speedway Announce New Series Date For The 63rd Annual World Series Weekend

by Mike2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Thompson, CT – (November 20, 2024) – Race of Champions and Thompson (CT) Speedway management have come to an agreement for the iconic facility to host the historic 75^th annual Race of Champions to be held as part of the 63^rd annual World Series Weekend on Saturday, October 11, 2025 bringing two great modified racing traditions together.

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Hyak Motorsports Announces New Name and Ownership in 2025

by Mike2 weeks ago

NASCAR Cup Series Team Formerly Known as JTG Racing Welcomes in a New Era of Racing Excellence

[Harrisburg, NC] — Hyak Motorsports welcomes in a new era of racing for the iconic No. 47 team with a rebrand, new name and ownership. Effective immediately, the team will shift from JTG Racing to Hyak Motorsports with Gordon Smith, who became the principal owner at the end of the 2023 season, at the helm. Hyak Motorsports will continue to carry out Smith’s plan to bring a fresh, new energy to the team and show his commitment to advancing the team’s legacy both on and off the racetrack. (more…)

More Lights & New Displays Added to Gift of Lights at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

by Lou Modestino2 weeks ago

The 14^th annual Gift of Lights presented by Ambetter from NH Healthy Families opens Thanksgiving evening at New Hampshire Motor Speedway with nearly four million lights.

LOUDON, N.H. – The 2.5-mile drive-thru light show that’s become a New England family tradition is back at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) shining brighter than ever with new displays and nearly 500,000 more lights for its 14^th holiday season. (more…)

Officials Release Exciting 2025 Lineup for White Mountain Motorsports Park

by Lou Modestino2 weeks ago

White Mountain Motorsports Park officials have released the 2025 Schedule of Events, highlighted by three events for the American-Canadian Tour in the coming year! (Steven Barnett photo)

N. Woodstock, NH — Officials released the 2025 schedule of events for White Mountain Motorsports Park Thursday morning with excitement abound for year thirty-three at the North Woodstock, New Hampshire speedplant! Along with the return of all six White Mountain divisions, thrilling visits from the American-Canadian Tour, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series and Pro All Stars Series are just some of the touring giants ready to fill the summer schedule at New Hampshire’s Favorite Short Track! (more…)

Officials Release Showcase American-Canadian Tour Schedule for 2025

by Lou Modestino2 weeks ago

The American-Canadian Tour released their exciting and expansive 2025 Schedule of Events with fourteen point counting events across New England and Quebec, Canada. (Mark A. Cote Photo)

Invitation to Seekonk Wednesday-Night Special, Return to Ste-Croix Highlight Summer Schedule

Barre, VT — American-Canadian Tour (ACT) officials released the 2025 Schedule of Events for the international touring series on Wednesday morning. The much anticipated release showcases an expansive and exciting schedule at facilities across New England with three special visits planned northward to the province of Quebec, Canada. (more…)

Joey Logano Takes on New York City During 2024 Champion’s Tour

by MikeNovember 14, 2024

2024 NASCAR Cup Series champion Joey Logano is making rounds in the Empire State this week as he continues the celebration of his third title. As part of his Champion’s Tour for winning this year’s Bill France Cup, the No. 22 Team Penske driver is taking part in TV shows, taking the trophy to the top of the Empire State Building and more. Scroll through to see photos from his big week. (more…)

Growth Spurt: Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series Releases 2025 Schedule

by Lou ModestinoNovember 13, 2024

In 2024 the Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series ran an eight event schedule, which was the largest slate of events ever in the 11-year history of the division.

And the growth trend will continue for year No. 12 for the series. (more…)

NASA Announces New Hoosier Spec Tires Formulated Specifically for NASA Classes for 2025

by MikeNovember 11, 2024

NASA conducted a series of extensive tire tests from different competing manufacturers throughout the 2024 season. As a result of that testing, NASA determined that some of its classes would be better served with the all-new RCES from Hoosier Racing Tire. (more…)

NASA Announces Spec Classes to Race on New Toyo Proxes R in 2025

by MikeNovember 11, 2024

After the debut of the Toyo Tires^® Proxes^® R DOT competition tire at the Performance Racing Industry show in Indianapolis in December 2023, NASA embarked on a series of extensive tire tests during the 2024 season to determine which classes would be best served by switching to the new Proxes R competition tire. (more…)

With New Deal For 2025, Corey Heim Is Focused On NASCAR Truck Championship Race

by WebmasterNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

For Corey Heim, last year’s NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Championship Race fell apart in the final stage—in a big way.

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New GMG Racing Headquarters at The Thermal Club Takes the Spotlight in Gala Grand Opening

by MikeNovember 7, 2024

GMG Racing Unveils State-of-the-Art Street Performance and Race Shop Located in the Heart of The Thermal Club

THERMAL, California (November 6, 2024) – A dream of a lifetime that became a top priority in this decade is now a spectacular reality in the heart of the greatest high-performance automotive and road racing facility in the country. (more…)

The Stage Is Set: The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Will Crown a New Champion in Phoenix

by MikeNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

The competitors are gearing up for the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway this Friday, November 8 at 8 p.m. ET on FS1, MRN, and SiriusXM Radio (Channel 90), where it will decide who of the Championship 4 contenders – Grant Enfinger, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, and Corey Heim – will finish the highest and take the 2024 title.

The half-mile track has hosted 33 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races since its inaugural Phoenix race – a race won by Mike Skinner piloting the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet on February 5, 1995. Skinner bested legendary drivers Terry Labonte, Ron Hornaday Jr., and Johnny Benson Jr.

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How Did New England-Connected NASCAR Drivers Do At Martinsville?

by Lou ModestinoNovember 5, 2024

Ryan Blaney won the Cup race while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT came in tenth with Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT finishing 14^th while Boston’s Kaz Grala had to settle for 27^th. Then it was Corey LaJoie that placed 35th. Corey LaJoie is the son of Two-Time Xfinity Champion Randy Lajoie who grew up in Norwalk, CT before he decided to head for Charlotte, NC in order to be closer to the top NASCAR action.

Aric Almirola took the checked flag first in the Xfinity race with seventh place going to Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT while Parker Kligerman of Weston, CT came in eighth. Blaine Perkins finished 19^th with Long Island’s Patrick Emerling caming home in 23rd. Alfredo and Perkins both drive Team Cars for Cape Cod’s Chris Our and his daughter Mary who reside in Chatham, MA.

Happy Halloween from New Hampshire Motor Speedway (Video)

by Lou ModestinoOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

We asked the NASCAR Cup Series drivers who they thought would die first in a horror film.

Click below to see their responses.

Happy Halloween from your friends at New Hampshire Motor Speedway!

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How did New England-Connected Drivers Perform at Homestead?

by Lou ModestinoOctober 29, 2024

Tyler Reddick won the Cup race with Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT coming in tenth with Joey Logano of Middletown, CT finishing 28^th and Kaz Gala of Boston turning up 32nd while Corey LaJoie being awarded 35th. Corey LaJoie is the son of Two Time Xfinity Champ Randy LaJoie who spent his younger years in his home town of Norwalk, CT, near the northern NASCAR action before heading South to be closer to the top NASCAR racing.

Austin Hill won the Xfinity race while Parker Kligerman of Westport, CT took 11^th place with Kyle Weatherman caming in 14^th followed by Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT grabbed 15^th and Blair Perkins came in 34th. Weatherman, Alfredo and Perkins all drive team cars for Cape Cod’s Chris Our and his daughter Mary. Both reside in Chatham, MA.

Whelen Engineering Inc. Returns as NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Entitlement Partner

by Lou ModestinoOctober 28, 2024October 28, 2024

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 26, 2024) – NASCAR today announced an extension of the entitlement partnership of its original series as Whelen Engineering, Inc. returns to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour through 2029 in a partnership that guarantees increased team payouts starting with the 2025 season. In conjunction with the announcement, NASCAR released the 16-race 2025 Whelen Modified Tour schedule.

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Monster Energy’s Fabio Quartararo Unleashes the Beast in New Venom Inspired Helmet at the Thailand Grand Prix

by MikeOctober 25, 2024

El Diablo’s Meticulously Designed HJC Helmet Is Scaring Off the Competition All Weekend at the Chang International Circuit

CORONA, CA (October 25, 2024) – Monster Energy is excited to announce an epic collaboration with Venom and HJC Helmets, debuting at the Thailand Grand Prix.

This weekend, MotoGP rider Fabio Quartararo is embracing his inner alien with a new helmet inspired by one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, Venom, as Quartararo battles it out for top spot at the Chang International Circuit. (more…)