EPARTRADE, the global online platform for the performance and racing industry, has expanded its content to include regular tech and business webinars from leading industry suppliers and race industry leaders.
In this powerful and deeply personal Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Freddie “Fast Freddie” Spencer—three-time FIM Grand Prix World Champion and MotoGP Hall of Fame legend—shares his philosophy on mentorship, character-building, and creating opportunity in motorsports, with a special focus on women's racing.Rather than reflecting on his legendary career, Spencer shines the spotlight on the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. (BTR) program—one of the most impactful rider development initiatives in motorsports today.Now in its sixth year, BTR provides women riders from around the world with a fully funded, two-year racing and education program, combining hands-on mechanical training, elite riding instruction, and real championship racing on the MotoAmerica stage.
Formula E is entering its most important chapter yet.In this exclusive Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Jeff Dodds, CEO of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, lays out a bold and data-driven vision for the championship's future—spanning Gen4 race cars, global expansion, sustainability leadership, and a roadmap to 2030 and beyond.As Formula E prepares for the final season of Gen3 / Gen3 Evo and the launch of Gen4, Dodds explains why the series is approaching a major inflection point—technically, commercially, and culturally.⚡ Key topics covered in this episode:• Why the Gen3 era has produced the closest racing in Formula E history• How Gen4 cars could exceed 200 mph and rival F1 lap times• Porsche's Cayenne Electric and how Formula E tech reaches road cars• Why EV adoption is accelerating faster than critics admit• Formula E's “Net Zero from Day Zero” sustainability model• How Formula E moves a global championship with just two cargo planes• The future of women in motorsport—and why Formula E rejects a separate women's series• Why circuit strategy is shifting from tight street tracks to city-adjacent road courses• Expansion plans for China and the United States (two U.S. races expected)• How Formula E could become the second-largest motorsport in the world by 2030• Why Gen4 may be the moment Formula E “breaks the surface” in mainstream motorsportWith EV sales projected to reach 30–40 million annually by 2030, Formula E is positioning itself not just as a racing series—but as a global technology and sustainability platform for manufacturers, cities, and fans.Whether you follow Formula E, Formula 1, electric vehicles, sustainability, or the future of motorsport, this conversation offers rare insight into where elite racing—and mobility itself—is headed next.RACE INDUSTRY WEEK was brought to you by:ETS Racing Fuels, Penske Racing Shocks, ARP, Inc., Scott Lewis Associates, Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, PEAK, Crower, & CTech Manufacturing.#FormulaE #Gen4#ElectricRacing #EV#Motorsport #F1#Sustainability #RaceIndustryWeek#EPARTRADE #FutureOfMotorsport
MotoAmerica is entering 2026 with unprecedented momentum—and a clear vision for the future of American motorcycle racing.In this in-depth Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Chuck Aksland, COO of MotoAmerica, breaks down how the series has evolved into a true national championship with record crowds, massive digital growth, expanding manufacturer support, and a direct development ladder to MotoGP.
What does it really take to dominate modern IndyCar in an era of spec cars, hybrid power, and razor-thin margins?In this exclusive Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Mike Hull, Managing Director of Chip Ganassi Racing, delivers rare insight into the championship culture, leadership philosophy, and execution mindset behind one of the most dominant seasons in recent NTT INDYCAR SERIES history.
Crandon International Raceway has become one of the most iconic and fastest-growing motorsports destinations in America — and its momentum is only accelerating.In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Marty Fiolka, Promoter of Crandon International Raceway, explains how the legendary Wisconsin venue has evolved into a five-day off-road festival, drawing record crowds, global manufacturers, and international attention — while staying deeply rooted in its grassroots community.
NHRA is entering one of the most ambitious growth phases in its 75-year history.In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Brad Gerber, NHRA Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, breaks down how drag racing is evolving across media, digital platforms, gaming, sponsorship, and fan engagement—setting the stage for a historic NHRA 75th Anniversary Season in 2026.
Formula DRIFT ( @formuladrift ) is entering one of the most transformative chapters in its history.In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Ryan Sage—founder and President of Formula DRIFT—takes viewers inside the most ambitious season the championship has ever undertaken, including the emotional departure from Irwindale Speedway, the massive build of a brand-new Downtown Long Beach street course, and a bold 2026 calendar overhaul that reshapes the future of professional drifting.
What does the future hold for time attack racing in North America?In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Jason Dienhart, President & CEO of Global Time Attack (GTA) and Super Lap Battle (SLB), delivers a candid, in-depth look at where the sport stands today—and where it's headed in 2026.From record-chasing at Buttonwillow to tough economic decisions and a renewed West Coast focus, Dienhart breaks down the realities of running niche motorsport events while protecting the culture that makes time attack special.
What does it take to run the most demanding dirt racing championship in the world—nearly year-round, across dozens of states, while balancing tradition, innovation, and sustainability?In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Brian Carter, President & CEO of World Racing Group and the World of Outlaws, delivers a candid, wide-ranging look at the growth, challenges, and long-term vision behind The Greatest Show on Dirt.From packed grandstands to digital innovation, Carter explains how World of Outlaws continues to thrive while staying true to the raw, authentic nature of dirt racing.
What does the future of motorsports media really look like in a world of cable TV, streaming apps, FAST channels, YouTube, and creators?In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, CJ Olivares, President of RACER Network, breaks down the bold transformation of the former MAVTV operation into a fully re-energized, multi-platform motorsports destination built for fans around the world.Now operating as RACER Network, the moving-media arm of RACER spans:• A national cable television network• The RACER+ app with expanded live and on-demand racing• A global FAST channel (free ad-supported TV) on connected TVs and devices
How do you turn speed, strategy, and data into stories that create lifelong motorsports fans?In this in-depth Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Pam Miller, veteran motorsports producer and one of the most influential figures in sports television, pulls back the curtain on how FOX Sports is reshaping INDYCAR coverage, evolving motorsports storytelling, and using technology to connect with a new generation of fans.From her early career covering the NFL and NHL, to becoming a defining creative force behind NASCAR, INDYCAR, Formula 1, and award-winning motorsports documentaries, Miller shares how racing became the most powerful storytelling platform of her career.
The future of INDYCAR is taking shape — and it's built on long-term vision, fan growth, technology, and strategic partnerships.In this in-depth Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Doug Boles, President of INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, outlines the series' ambitious “Path Forward” — a roadmap that stretches across the next 2, 5, and 10 years.From a reimagined IMS Museum to a strengthened FOX partnership, a revamped 2026 schedule, and a next-generation INDYCAR car and engine reset planned for 2028, Boles delivers rare insight into how the sport is preparing for its next era.
Hydrogen racing has arrived — and Extreme H is leading the charge.In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE session, Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme H, delivers a deep dive into the world's first hydrogen-powered motorsport championship, explaining how the series is building on the legacy of Extreme E while positioning hydrogen as the next frontier in sustainable racing and mobility.
The FIA World Endurance Championship is entering what many now call a “golden era.”In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Frederic Lequien, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), delivers an in-depth look at why endurance racing is thriving—on track, commercially, and globally.
As the motorsports world converges on Indianapolis, Michael Good, President of Performance Racing Industry (PRI), joins Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE to preview what will be the largest and most impactful PRI Show ever.Celebrating its 37th year and 20th year in Indianapolis, PRI 2025 will once again fill more than 1.1 million square feet across the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium—bringing together thousands of manufacturers, race teams, engineers, track operators, promoters, and decision-makers from every corner of the racing industry.
In this exclusive Race Industry Week interview, Michael Printup, Chief Operating Officer of Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), reveals the strategic vision shaping the future of SpeedTour and the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) — from schedule refinement and competitor-focused planning to the evolution of what “vintage racing” means in a modern motorsport landscape.Under the SpeedTour banner, SVRA now shares the paddock with Trans Am, Formula Regional Americas, Formula 4, and GT racing, creating one of the most diverse motorsport environments in North America — a true “moving museum” with a professional racing event feel.For 2026, PMH has refined its national calendar to focus on quality over quantity, cutting SpeedTour events from 24 to 17 while delivering more meaningful track time, clearer planning tools, and fully published minute-by-minute schedules for every race weekend.
MotoGP is experiencing one of the strongest growth periods in its 77-year history—and the future may be even bigger.In this Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Alfonso Cartujo, Sporting Director of Dorna Sports, delivers a deep dive into the current state of MotoGP, its record-setting 2025 season, and the bold strategic, technical, and commercial moves shaping the championship's next era.
A major manufacturer shake-up is coming to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series — and Kaulig Racing is at the center of it.In this exclusive Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Chris Rice, CEO of Kaulig Racing, reveals how the organization is leading Ram's official return to NASCAR with an ambitious five-truck factory-supported program in 2026 — marking one of the most significant OEM moves in recent Truck Series history.From first meetings in Auburn Hills to building Ram trucks in-house at Kaulig's North Carolina campus, Rice walks through how a simple idea turned into a full-scale manufacturer comeback.
Motorsports icon Linda Vaughn, the legendary First Lady of Motorsports, joins Race Industry Week for one of the most heartfelt, candid, and inspiring conversations in the history of the event.Fresh off NHRA's major announcements— including the new TSR Elite Top Fuel alliance with Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett and Richard Freeman — Vaughn reacts to drag racing's new era and shares priceless stories from her six decades shaping American motorsport.From Big Daddy Don Garlits to Bruce Springsteen, from Pro Stock's origins to NHRA's 75th anniversary season, Vaughn brings unmatched perspective, humor, and passion for the sport she helped define.
A groundbreaking shift in NHRA Top Fuel drag racing is underway.In this exclusive Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE conversation, Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett, and Elite Motorsports founder Richard Freeman officially unveil the TSR Elite alliance—a bold new partnership that combines elite on-track performance with a next-generation, B2B-driven business model designed to redefine how professional drag racing operates and grows.The TSR Elite alliance unites Tony Stewart Racing's nitro program with Elite Motorsports' Pro Stock, Mountain Motor Pro Stock, Pro Mod, and Top Fuel operations, creating one of the most comprehensive and scalable platforms in NHRA today.
In this exclusive Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE interview, Tyler Gibbs, Group Vice President and President of Toyota Racing Development (TRD) USA, breaks down one of the most successful and transformative periods in Toyota's NASCAR history.Just over a year into his presidency, Gibbs reflects on Toyota's dominant 2025 NASCAR playoff run, the strength of its driver development pipeline, and how TRD is preparing for the next era of stock car racing—both in the U.S. and globally.
Two years after the transition from Honda Performance Development (HPD) to Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), Honda's North American racing operation has entered a powerful new era of global alignment, advanced technology, and talent development.During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Kelvin Fu, Vice President of HRC US, explains how the move to a unified global HRC structure has unlocked new technical collaboration with Japan, accelerated innovation, and expanded Honda's racing footprint across IMSA, IndyCar, Formula 1, and beyond.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director of Ford Racing, delivers a comprehensive update on Ford's most ambitious motorsports expansion in decades—spanning Formula 1, Le Mans Hypercar, Dakar Rally, Mustang racing, and advanced electric performance demonstrators.Rushbrook outlines how Ford has unified all global motorsports operations under the Ford Racing banner, integrating engineering, marketing, and production performance to accelerate real-time technology transfer from the racetrack to the road.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Jim Campbell, Vice President of Performance and Motorsports Commercial Operations at General Motors, delivers a comprehensive look at GM's expanding global motorsports strategy—from Cadillac's entry into Formula 1 to a new 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Camaro, and the advanced simulation, CFD, AI and powertrain technology driving performance across every series.Broadcast from inside GM's high-performance powertrain facility in Pontiac, Michigan, Campbell explains how this center anchors GM's factory race programs and its Chevrolet Performance parts business—supporting programs in F1, NASCAR, IMSA, FIA WEC, IndyCar, NHRA, off-road racing, and more.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Jonathan Applegate, Senior Manager of Mazda Motorsports, breaks down the continued growth, competitiveness, and future direction of the Idemitsu Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Whelan—one of the most respected driver development championships in global motorsport.Fresh off the 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout, Applegate explains how Mazda evaluates and invests in young talent, why the series has become a destination championship, and how the MX-5 Cup ladder connects grassroots racing to professional careers in IMSA, sports cars, and beyond.A major focus of the discussion is Mazda's decision to move the 2025 Shootout to Circuit Florida, a brand-new track unavailable on simulators—ensuring a truly level playing field where adaptability, feedback, and learning speed mattered more than prior knowledge.
During EPARTRADE's 5th Annual Race Industry Week, Chris Stewart, Founder of Gridlife, shares how the series has grown into one of the most influential grassroots motorsports platforms in North America—blending wheel-to-wheel racing, track days, time attack, car culture, and live music into a single, immersive experience.After a 30% increase in entries during the 2024 season, Gridlife continues to expand regionally while staying true to its grassroots roots. In this candid conversation, Stewart explains how the series balances rapid growth with accessibility, affordability, and authenticity—key factors behind its strong appeal to the 18–34 demographic, which now makes up nearly 75% of attendees.
During EPARTRADE's 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Kevin Miller, President & CEO of USAC (United States Auto Club), delivers a deep dive into how one of America's most historic sanctioning bodies has evolved into a modern, multi-discipline motorsports organization touching nearly every corner of racing.Once known primarily for sprint cars, midgets, and Silver Crown, USAC now oversees competition across off-road racing, rally, road racing, endurance racing, snowmobiles, and youth development, supporting more than 20,000 participants annually.In this wide-ranging interview, Miller explains how USAC modernized its business model, embraced technology, and expanded into new disciplines—while staying true to its core mission of fair competition, safety, and sustainable growth.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Michael Cobb, President & CEO of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), delivers a comprehensive update on the health, growth, and future of grassroots motorsports in the United States.With more than 1,800 events across 115 regions and over 100,000 annual participations, SCCA is closing out 2025 at record levels—reinforcing its position as the primary entry point into motorsport for drivers, volunteers, and officials nationwide.In this in-depth conversation, Cobb explains how SCCA continues to grow participation across a wide range of disciplines including autocross, club racing, rally, hill climb, time trials, time attack, track days, and endurance racing, all supported by a membership base of more than 70,000 racers and enthusiasts.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, Rodi Basso, Founder & CEO of the E1 Series, shares the inside story behind the world's first all-electric powerboat racing championship and explains how E1 is shaping the future of sustainable water mobility.Born during the COVID pandemic and developed in collaboration with Alejandro Agag (Formula E, Extreme E), E1 was conceived not just as a racing series, but as a global technology laboratory for electric propulsion on water. Backed by Basso's extensive experience at Formula One, McLaren, and Magneti Marelli, the championship secured a landmark 25-year exclusivity agreement with the UIM, officially launching the World Electric Powerboat Championship in Monaco.At the heart of E1 is the revolutionary RaceBird — a purpose-built electric raceboat that uses hydrofoils to lift the hull above the water, dramatically reducing drag. Despite water being nearly 800 times denser than air, the RaceBird achieves exceptional efficiency, with the battery accounting for less than 20% of total weight and top speeds approaching 52 knots.
Race Industry Week Day One closed with a powerhouse guest: Danny Sullivan — 1985 Indianapolis 500 winner, 1988 CART Champion, former Formula 1 driver steward, broadcaster, and one of motorsport's greatest storytellers.In this candid, wide-ranging conversation hosted by Brad Gillie, Sullivan shares a lifetime of experience from behind the wheel, inside F1 race control, across IndyCar and CART legends, and through decades of mentoring young talent.
Two-time Le Mans winner and former Porsche factory driver Patrick Long joins Race Industry Week to uncover the story behind Luftgekühlt — the globally celebrated, art-driven gathering of air-cooled Porsches that has redefined what a car event can be.Fresh off the success of Luftgekühlt 11 in Durham, North Carolina, Long explains how Luft became a worldwide cultural movement by blending design, photography, architecture, storytelling, and motorsport DNA. From lumber yards and film studios to historic factories and now Tokyo in 2026, every edition is a curated, once-in-a-lifetime experience.Long also reflects on why car culture is more alive than ever — driven by creators, streaming platforms, social media access, and a new generation of fans who experience cars through content as much as through ownership.
New Trans Am President Andy Lally joins EPARTRADE's Race Industry Week to deliver one of the most candid and forward-looking discussions ever shared about the future of the Trans Am Series — just as it heads into its landmark 60th anniversary season in 2026.A five-time Rolex 24 winner and long-time Trans Am competitor, Lally pulls no punches as he explains his mission to protect Trans Am's raw, analog identity, elevate TA2 as America's only full-time stock car road racing championship, and guide the series into a new era of competitiveness, storytelling, and professionalism.
During Race Industry Week, IMSA President John Doonan delivers a powerful, in-depth breakdown of why the International Motor Sports Association is entering “another golden era” as the countdown begins toward the 2026 season and the Rolex 24 At Daytona.Fresh off an electrifying 2025, Doonan explains how IMSA's unprecedented momentum across manufacturers, teams, fans, and partners is reshaping the global sports car racing landscape—from the explosive growth of the GTP prototype class to record OEM engagement across all categories.
Tickets are officially on sale for the 104th Running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and in this exclusive Race Industry Week interview, Melissa Eickhoff, CEO of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, takes viewers deep inside one of the most legendary and demanding motorsports events on the planet — the iconic Race to the Clouds.Held at 14,115 feet above sea level, Pikes Peak is unlike any other race in the world. Eickhoff explains how the event continues to evolve its fan experience, expand its global reach, and serve as a proving ground for combustion, electric, and hydrogen vehicle technologies.
In this exclusive EPARTRADE Race Industry Week interview, World Racing League (WRL) President RJ Till breaks down the rapid growth, innovative compliance systems, and the strict “no-contact” racing culture that have made WRL one of the premier endurance racing platforms in North America.Now entering its 11th season, WRL has evolved into a powerful bridge between grassroots club racing and professional motorsport, delivering a true pro-level racing experience on an amateur budget. With 8-hour endurance races, nationally recognized circuits, and increasingly tight competition, WRL continues to attract everyone from HPDE racers to NASCAR, IndyCar, IMSA, and SRO professionals.RJ Till explains how WRL ensures fair, clean, and cost-controlled racing using:• Power-to-weight classing with DynoJet• Flagtronics in-car data & digital flag systems• A new professional data-scrutineering team• Real-time telemetry and sector-based speed analysisHe also details WRL's philosophy of cost control without killing creativity, allowing teams to build everything from simple budget cars to advanced aero, engine-swapped, and multi-adjustable shock platforms—while maintaining competitive parity.
Fresh off one of the most commanding playoff runs in recent NHRA Top Fuel history, two-time champion Doug Kalitta (2023 & 2025) and legendary crew chief Alan Johnson (14 Top Fuel titles) sit down during EPARTRADE Race Industry Week to break down the chemistry, pressure, and precision that powered their championship season.From a stunning 340-mph run in Seattle to the unforgettable backup-car victory at Reading, Kalitta and Johnson reveal what it truly takes to win when the stakes are highest. Johnson explains the gut-level tuning decisions made in the final seconds before each run, while Kalitta shares what it feels like to trust the car and crew at 11,000+ horsepower.
Live from the Formula 1 paddock at Yas Marina Circuit, respected F1 journalist and broadcaster Chris Medland joins Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE during the final Grand Prix weekend of the season — delivering exclusive Red Bull news, deep analysis of the 2025 title showdown, and a clear-eyed breakdown of the massive 2026 Formula 1 regulation changes.Broadcast directly from Abu Dhabi, Medland shares fresh insight from inside the paddock, including Red Bull's confirmed driver lineup shift, and explains why “reserve” status at Red Bull rarely means the end of the story.
During Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE, HondaPro Jason—one of the most influential independent voices in the global Honda community—joins an in-depth conversation about Honda's past, present and future, the rise of creator-led automotive education, and why affordable, efficient mobility may be the next major opportunity for the industry.With more than 1.2 million followers worldwide, HondaPro Jason (Jason Richmond) has built a career as a Honda-only content creator, educator and brand advocate, training Honda and Acura sales teams in 15 countries while bringing rare global Honda insight directly to enthusiasts.
Two-time NHRA Top Fuel winner Josh Hart is officially stepping into one of the most legendary seats in motorsports. Beginning in 2026, Hart will drive for John Force Racing (JFR) as the NHRA celebrates its historic 75th anniversary season.In this exclusive Race Industry Week interview, Hart shares the full story behind his life-changing move to JFR, his extraordinary entrepreneurial journey with Burnyzz Speed Shop, and what it truly means to prepare for 340+ mph Top Fuel competition.Starting in 2010 with just $300 and a mobile car-detailing business, Hart and his wife Brittany built Burnyzz Speed Shop into a 100,000+ sq-ft global automotive super-facility that buys, sells, builds, services, and ships collector cars worldwide. Now, as Burnyzz prepares for national expansion, Hart embarks on the biggest racing chapter of his life.
Fresh off capturing his second NASCAR Cup Series Championship (2025), Kyle Larson joins Race Industry Week for an exclusive, wide-ranging conversation on championship resilience, racing without limits, and reshaping the future of dirt track racing.From the relentless pace of his so-called “non-racing season” to the emotional highs and lows of a season that tested his confidence, Larson opens up about the mental grind of elite competition, his playoff comeback, and the leadership of the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports team that helped deliver another title.Larson also discusses:• His 2025 championship rebound after mid-season struggles• Competing across NASCAR, sprint cars, USAC, dirt late models & international racing• How setbacks at the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 shaped his mindset• Balancing life as a racing dad while staying at the top of the sport• The growth and mission of High Limit Racing with Brad Sweet• The launch of the High Roller Club and its $18M team revenue model• Why financial sustainability is the future of dirt racing• NASCAR's Driver Appearance Program and fan access• What it truly takes to win at the highest level — mentally and physicallyWith a rapidly expanding 66-race schedule for 2026, High Limit Racing is redefining the business of sprint car racing by increasing purses, improving safety, and giving teams long-term financial security — all while preserving the freedom that defines grassroots racing.Whether he's winning at 200 mph in NASCAR or pushing innovation in dirt racing, Kyle Larson continues to set the standard for modern motorsports leadership, versatility, and resilience.This episode is essential viewing for NASCAR fans, dirt racing enthusiasts, team owners, promoters, and motorsports professionals worldwide.RACE INDUSTRY WEEK was brought to you by:ETS Racing Fuels, Penske Racing Shocks, ARP, Inc., Scott Lewis Associates, Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, PEAK, Crower, & CTech Manufacturing.#KyleLarson #NASCAR #NASCARCupSeries #HendrickMotorsports #HighLimitRacing#SprintCarRacing #DirtTrackRacing #Motorsports #RaceIndustryWeek#NASCARChampion #2XChampion #RacingWithoutLimits #USAC#ChiliBowl #Indy500 #MotorsportBusiness #RacingLife #RacingDad#EPARTRADE #ModernMotorsports
In this exclusive Race Industry Week interview, Peter Thul — WRC Promoter and two-time German National Co-Driver Champion — breaks down one of the most transformative moments in World Rally Championship history.Fresh off the dramatic Saudi Arabia season finale, Thul reflects on a championship decided on the very last stage, Sébastien Ogier's historic ninth world title, and the bold roadmap toward the new WRC 27 regulations that will reshape the sport beginning in 2027.For the first time, Thul details how WRC will:• Slash top-category costs from ~€1M per rally to ~€345K per car• Transition from Rally1 to the new WRC 27 platform• Open the door to new manufacturers, tuners, and customer teams• Enable SUV body styles and wider brand identity• Create a real pathway from national rallying to the world stageHe also confirms:• 2026 as the final season of Rally1• Strategic calendar changes for Japan, Sardinia & potential new markets• Rally USA test event with 2027 WRC debut in view• Long-term integration with ARA and North American rallyingFrom sustainable fuels and future powertrain flexibility to the return of Lancia, the role of Toyota, Hyundai, Ford/M-Sport, and the potential of Chinese OEMs, this conversation delivers an unprecedented look at how the FIA and WRC are building a 10-year technical and commercial foundation for the sport.This episode is essential viewing for rally fans, manufacturers, engineers, team owners, tuners, and motorsport business leaders worldwide.RACE INDUSTRY WEEK was brought to you by:ETS Racing Fuels, Penske Racing Shocks, ARP, Inc., Scott Lewis Associates, Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, PEAK, Crower, & CTech Manufacturing.#WRC #WorldRallyChampionship #PeterThul #Ogier #SebastienOgier #WRC27#Rally1 #Rally2 #RallyRacing #Motorsports #FIA #RallySaudiArabia#RallyUSA #RallyMonteCarlo #MotorsportBusiness #RaceEngineering#SustainableFuels #OEM #HybridRacing #EPARTRADE #RaceIndustryWeek
In this exclusive in-depth interview, NASCAR Executive Vice President & Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst breaks down the future of NASCAR—from playoff evolution and Next Gen (Gen-7) car development to the 750 horsepower increase coming in 2026, major technology investments, and the return of RAM as a new OEM.Probst explains how NASCAR is balancing competition, cost control, innovation, and fan demand while reshaping race officiating through a $50+ million remote race control and technology command center. He also shares insight into short-track improvements, road course development, new venue expansion, and why OEM entry into the Cup Series remains one of the most complex challenges in motorsports.
Learn how proper coolant testing and treatment can make or break engine performance — in racing and heavy-duty applications.In this episode of RACE INDUSTRY NOW, Joe Long, Senior Field Technical Trainer at Old World Industries (makers of PEAK coolants), joins Chuck Lynch, VP of Technical Service at AERA (Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association), to reveal best practices for keeping your engine cool, clean, and competitive.From pH balance and electrolysis prevention to mixing compatibility, filtration, and glycol-free racing coolants, this discussion dives deep into the science behind coolant chemistry — and how to avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes racers and fleet operators make.#RacingEngines #CoolantTesting #PEAKPerformance #AERA #RaceIndustryNow #EPARTRADE #EngineMaintenance #MotorsportTech #PerformanceEngineering #CoolantSystem #HeavyDutyEngines #RadiatorCare #EngineCooling #RaceTech #PerformanceTips
In this episode of Race Industry Now, discover how Oerlikon Balzers is transforming high-performance racing with its revolutionary S3p (Scalable Pulsed Power Plasma) coating technology.Join Martin Hahn, Dr. Martin Bohley, and Dr.-Ing. Emanuel Tack as they break down how advanced thin-film coatings and DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) solutions are driving the next generation of motorsport performance engineering — reducing friction, extending component life, and boosting efficiency across engines, gearboxes, and drivetrains.Hosted by Brad Gillie of SiriusXM Ch. 90, Late Shift, this in-depth session dives into:⚙️ How S3p merges the best of arc evaporation and sputtering
Discover how Grant Products, a name trusted in motorsport for over a century, continues to lead in racing steering wheel innovation, safety, and performance.In this Race Industry Now webinar, Todd Froelich, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Grant Products, joins Brad Gillie of SiriusXM (Ch. 90, Late Shift) to discuss:
Learn the science behind off-season battery maintenance with Jed Emert, Performance Sales Manager at XS Power Batteries, in this Race Industry Now technical webinar hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM Ch. 90, Late Shift.Discover the differences between AGM and lithium chemistries, ideal storage voltages and temperatures, proper charging cycles, and load-testing procedures to maximize reliability and performance.XS Power shares practical, race-proven insights to help you keep your batteries at peak efficiency all year long.
Discover how K1 RaceGear is rewriting the playbook for sponsorships and partnerships in motorsports. In this powerful episode of EPARTRADE's Race Industry Now webinar, JR Twedt, General Manager & Director of Operations at K1 RaceGear and Free Minds, delivers a candid, data-driven look at how sponsorship models are evolving — and what race teams, drivers, and brands must do to succeed. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM Channel 90's Late Shift, this session dives deep into:From Sponsorship to Partnership: Why the old “logo-for-product” model no longer works, and how to build long-term, metrics-driven relationships.The 5-to-1 ROI Rule: K1 RaceGear's internal metric for measuring true return on investment.Winning Pitches: How teams can research, customize, and convert proposals into real partnerships.Case Studies That Work: The Brian Brown/Smiley's Racing Products story and other real-world examples.Timing, Geography & Format: Why event demographics, daypart analysis, and entry counts matter more than follower numbers.Ambassador Program Secrets: How K1 and Free Minds have retained 100% of their full ambassadors for 8 years.Industry Unity: JR Twedt's call to stop “free flooding” and build sustainable relationships.Whether you're a driver, team manager, brand marketer, or motorsport entrepreneur, this webinar is packed with actionable insights to maximize your partnerships and grow your ROI in racing.
Go behind the scenes of SADEV Engineering, the global leader in sequential gearbox technology trusted by the world's top race teams. In this exclusive episode of Race Industry Now, Jeff “Fuzzy” Horton, Operations Manager at SADEV, reveals how advanced design, simulation, and precision engineering power victories across rally, endurance, off-road, hill climb, Formula E, and moreDiscover:How finite element analysis and CAD modeling shape gear design.Why torsional vibration control, thermal stability, and custom ratios are critical in modern racing.The engineering differences between rally, endurance, and electric/hybrid platforms.How SADEV partners directly with teams to deliver continuous product evolution.The future of hybridization and electrification in high-performance transmissionsIf you want to understand what separates finishing from winning, this technical deep dive will show you how the smallest engineering details create the biggest racing advantages.
Engines are getting smaller, more powerful, and hotter than ever — creating extreme torsional vibration challenges across motorsport, automotive, marine, and defense. In this Race Industry Now webinar, produced by EPARTRADE in partnership with RACER and hosted by Brad Gillie (SiriusXM, Late Shift), Brian LeBarron of Fluidampr / Vibratech TVD shares cutting-edge solutions that keep modern powertrains reliable at peak performance.
Motorsport is entering a new era — where artificial intelligence and autonomy are transforming racing from the inside out.In Episode #556 of Race Industry Now, Eddie Bernardon, Chief Racing Officer at AIPEX Racing and renowned consultant in vehicle and motorsport technology, joins host Brad Gillie from SiriusXM (Ch. 90, Late Shift) for a fascinating deep dive into the next frontier of innovation.
Plumbing isn't just about hoses and fittings — it's a performance-critical system in every race car.In this episode of Race Industry Now, we dive deep into "Race Car Plumbing Made Practical" with the experts from Brown & Miller Racing Solutions (BMRS) — John Harper (VP) and Scott Hunter (Regional Sales Director) — hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.From Formula 1 and NASCAR to grassroots racing, BMRS has built a reputation for engineering high-performance, lightweight, and easy-to-service hose and fitting systems. In this powerful tech webinar, you'll learn:
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