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Congratulations to Five Star Race Car Bodies

Congratulations to Five Star Race Car Bodies

April 17th, 2024

Five Star Race Car Bodies has secured a remarkable achievement in the racing world by being awarded the esteemed title of NASCAR Cup Series Supplier of the Year. This accolade, bestowed upon them by the Cup Series Teams, highlights Five Star Bodies' exceptional contributions to NASCAR racing, particularly in the advancement of composite body panels for the Next Gen car. As a key NASCAR Competition...
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  Meet Megan Meyer, Drag Racer and Marketing Coach!

Meet Megan Meyer, Drag Racer and Marketing Coach!

April 3rd, 2024

Megan Meyer began her drag racing career in 2004 behind the wheel of a Junior Dragster before she became a 2x World Champion in the male-dominated NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster class. She is the daughter of award-winning tuner and driver, Randy Meyer, and competes alongside her little sister, 2021 NHRA World Champion Rachel Meyer. The Meyer Sisters hold records for the quickest and fastest passes down...
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Ford Sets New Quarter-Mile Record And Announces Mustang 60th Anniversary Tour

Ford Sets New Quarter-Mile Record And Announces Mustang 60th Anniversary Tour

March 28th, 2024

Ford is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the iconic Mustang with a nationwide tour dubbed "Mustang Unleashed." Alongside this milestone announcement, Ford made waves in the automotive world with the Super Cobra Jet 1800 electric drag racer setting a groundbreaking quarter-mile record. Let's dive into the details. Ford's Mustang Unleashed tour is set to kick off next month, featuring 12 stops ac...
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Unveiling Opulent Velocity: Cadillac's Glimpse into the Electric Performance Future

Unveiling Opulent Velocity: Cadillac's Glimpse into the Electric Performance Future

March 25th, 2024

Cadillac recently offered a tantalizing sneak peek into what the future of electric performance might hold. Dubbed Opulent Velocity, this concept vehicle serves as a tribute to Cadillac's rich heritage while heralding a new era of high-speed, zero-emission luxury driving. Opulent Velocity—aptly named to encapsulate the essence of Cadillac's opulence fused with velocity—embodies the brand's ethos o...
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Roland Leong Reunited With His 1969 “Mini” Charger Funny Car Shortly Before His Passing

Roland Leong Reunited With His 1969 “Mini” Charger Funny Car Shortly Before His Passing

February 22nd, 2024

Shortly before his passing on December 29, 2023, drag racing legend Roland Leong was recently reunited with his iconic 1969 “Mini-Charger” Funny Car, marking a historic moment in the world of drag racing. The long-lost gem was purchased sight unseen from Hawaii, and its restoration journey led to an emotional reunion at Keith Black's shop in South Gate. For those unfamiliar with the significance o...
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Ford Bronco 4600 Triumphs Again at King of the Hammers

Ford Bronco 4600 Triumphs Again at King of the Hammers

February 5th, 2024

In a stunning display of off-road prowess, the Ford Bronco 4600 has once again emerged victorious at the grueling King of the Hammers off-road race. This marks the third consecutive win for the Bronco in the turnkey, race-ready stock class, solidifying its reputation as a true off-road champion. Let's delve into the details of this remarkable achievement. Brad Lovell secured his third consecutive...
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Cadillac V Series Alive and Well for 2025!

Cadillac V Series Alive and Well for 2025!

January 24th, 2024

Introducing the refreshed and more advanced 2025 CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing. With a fresh exterior appearance including revised front fascia, larger grille, and redesigned Cadillac stacked signature vertical lighting with LED headlamps. The 2025 CT5 V-Series maintains the renowned power, refinement and performance enthusiasts expect, on and off the track with a 3.0TT V6 engine (CT5-V) and 6.2L Supe...
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The Iconic Journey of the BMW CSL

The Iconic Journey of the BMW CSL

January 18th, 2024

The BMW CSL has etched its name in the annals of automotive history as a symbol of performance and innovation. The CSL, an acronym for "Coupe Sport Leichtbau" (Coupe Sport Lightweight), was introduced by the German automaker BMW in the early 1970s. Designed as a homologation special, it was developed to qualify the car for racing in the European Touring Car Championship. The CSL model became not j...
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IROC Brand Revived after 18 years

IROC Brand Revived after 18 years

January 16th, 2024 Chris Phillip

IROC Holdings announced last week the formation of the joint venture and the acquisition of the rights to the IROC brand. Known as IROC (International Race of Champions), a series of races was held annually from 1973 to 2006. IROC brought together the greatest drivers from all forms of motorsport to compete against each other in iconic cars on historic tracks. Although the annual events ended in 2...
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See You Soon, Alligator!

See You Soon, Alligator!

January 12th, 2024 Chris Phillip

The countdown to the start of the 2024 NHRA Drag Racing Series season is on, with the NHRA announcing a number of exciting additions leading up to and during the Gatornationals on March 7-10 at legendary Gainesville Raceway. The historic race will celebrate its 55th anniversary to open a highly anticipated 2024 campaign and a special “Golden Gator” will be awarded to the winners, along with the co...
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