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Long Beach Grand Prix Leader Jim Michaelian Dies at 83

Michaelian spent 50 years growing the annual motorsports event into one of the premier street races in the world.

Long Beach Grand Prix CEO Jim Michaelian dies at 83

Michaelian was a founding member of the iconic race and helped grow it into one of IndyCar's premier events.

Formula 1 Cancels Two Races Amid US-Iran Conflict

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix events will not take place in April due to the ongoing war between the US and Iran.

Kirkwood Wins Inaugural Arlington GP, Takes IndyCar Points Lead

Andretti driver overcomes qualifying mistake and pit road issues to claim third straight street course victory.

Kern County 160 Celebrates 160 Years of Local Racing History

Kevin Harvick's Kern County Raceway hosts a night of racing and demolition derby to mark the county's milestone anniversary.

Keelan Harvick Hones Skills in Late Model Racing

Young driver gains valuable experience competing against veteran racers on the road to NASCAR

Kevin Harvick, Son Keelan to Race Together in CARS Tour Event

The father-son duo will team up for Rackley W.A.R. at Kern Raceway in California this weekend.

Nicholas Johnson Wins Comeback Victory in Bakersfield SportMod Race

Johnson bounces back from opening night flip to take checkered flag

Leah Pruett's Top Fuel Comeback Begins in Gainesville

The drag racer returns to competition at the track that launched key moments in her career.

2026 F1 season preview: New drivers, teams, schedule, regulations

The F1 season begins this weekend in Australia with 22 drivers and 11 teams competing for glory in a year of major changes.

Ferrari Courting Red Bull's Horner Amid Pressure on Vasseur

Speculation swirls around Christian Horner's potential move to Maranello as Ferrari seeks to end title drought

Joey Logano Includes NASCAR Legend in Exclusive Champion's Journal

Logano invited Richard Petty to view and write in the journal after his third Cup Series championship.

Red Bull to showcase F1 car at San Francisco event

The Formula 1 team will perform demonstrations along Marina Green Boulevard this weekend.

Young Prospect Jesse Love to Make NASCAR Cup Series Debut at COTA

Reigning NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series champion to compete in No. 33 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing

Tyler Reddick Wins Daytona 500 in Dramatic Fashion

Reddick's victory for Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing scores big ratings for Fox Sports

F1 Driver Alex Albon and Golfer Lily Muni He Get Engaged After 6 Years of Dating

The couple, who met on social media in 2019, have maintained a long-distance relationship while supporting each other's athletic careers.

NASCAR Legend Jimmie Johnson's Legacy Overlooked, Says Kenny Wallace

Former driver criticizes NASCAR for failing to properly celebrate Johnson's historic 7 championships

Track Construction Begins for 2026 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

Annual IndyCar and IMSA event set for April 17-19 in Southern California

NASCAR Legend Wallace Calls for More Celebration of 7-Time Champ Jimmie Johnson

Wallace argues NASCAR has failed to properly recognize Johnson's historic accomplishments outside the racing community.

Visa Extends Partnership with Red Bull Formula 1 Teams

The credit card giant will continue its sponsorship of the racing teams for the foreseeable future.

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