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Hot Rod Power Tour a success | 2013 Jun 17American Racing celebrated the history and heritage of the brand by joining the Hot Rod Power Tour as long-haulers this year, driving with the tour for the entire week on a route that traveled from from Arlington, Tex., to North Concord, N.C. More >>
Tony Kanaan grabs podium finish | 2013 Jun 10Tony Kanaan in the No. 11 Sunoco Turbo KV Racing SH Chevrolet Firestone car roared through the field to a third place finish in the Firestone 550 at Texas Motor Speedway. Having won the 2013 Indianapolis 500 just two weeks ago, Kanaan is reasserting his prowess on ovals, gaining ten positions from his starting spot of 13th. Tonight's finish moves the Brazilian into fourth place in the championship. More >>
American Racing returns to the Hot Rod Power Tour | 2013 May 30American Racing will take on the Hot Rod Power Tour this year during the first week of June, with a fresh stock of American Racing Owners’ Edition koozies and model Melissa for a special photo campaign. More >>
IndyCar: Kanaan takes Indy 500 win | 2013 May 28American Racing driver Tony Kanaan, who pilots the No. 11 HYDROXYCUT KV Racing Technology - SH Racing Chevrolet/Firestone car, earned victory this weekend at the 97th Indianapolis 500.
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De Silvestro takes Top 10, disappointing early end for Kanaan | 2013 Apr 21KV Racing saw a disappointing early end to a promising race by driver Tony Kanaan at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach when contact wih a rival driver knocked him out of contention. More >>
Photos at Goodguys Del Mar | 2013 Apr 08American Racing returned to the Goodguys Del Mar Nationals for a special photo campaign with model Philecia. More >>
American Racing presents Top Speed in Slow Motion | 2013 Mar 14The sport of drag racing gets its close-up with the American Racing Funny Car, driven by two-time NHRA Funny Car World Champion Tony Pedregon, filmed in ultra-slow motion. More >>
American Racing named Official Custom Wheel of World of Outlaws | 2013 Mar 01American Racing is the Official Custom Wheel of the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series and the World of Outlaws Late Model Series, under a new partnership announced Monday between the aftermarket wheel company and the World of Outlaws. More >>
Tony Pedregon gains traction: personal season’s best at NHRA Arizona Nationals | 2013 Feb 26First round of funny car at the NHRA Arizona Nationals was filled with drivers on and off the throttle and tire smoke, but not for Tony Pedregon and Ron Capps. More >>
American Racing Drag Racer Tony Pedregon starts 2013 with a bang | 2013 Feb 18Drag racer Tony Pedregon had a spectacular start to the 2013 season when his American Racing Funny Car exploded in flames during a qualifying run on Friday. More >>
Tony Pedregon kicks off 2013 season with American Racing Custom Wheels | 2013 Feb 12Tony Pedregon Racing and American Racing Custom Wheels will once again partner for 2013 for the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series beginning at the season opening Winternationals in Pomona, California. The car, designed by Pedregon and designer Doug Sholty, features a gloss and flat black finish with gold leaf accents and bright red trim.
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American Racing returns to Tony Pedregon Racing in 2013 | 2013 Jan 31American Racing will return to drag racing in 2013 with continued support for two-time champion Tony Pedregon and his Funny Car in the NHRA Mello Yello Series. More >>
KV Racing unveils 2013 IndyCar liveries, drivers | 2013 Jan 23KV Racing Technology hits the streets of Baltimore today for the unveiling of the 2013 No. 11 KV Racing entry driven by Tony Kanaan and No. 78 Nuclear Clean Air Energy Chevrolet Dallara IZOD IndyCar Series driven by Simona De Silvestro. More >>
Aftermarket wheels add “wow factor” to production vehicles | 2013 Jan 15Consumers who fall in love with one of the 50-plus new vehicles being debuted at this year’s North American International Auto Show may be in for a disappointment. The base model available for purchase at a dealership can sometimes seem a little anemic when compared to what's presented on the show floor. But the solution could be as simple as a wheel upgrade More >>
American Racing history shone at SEMA | 2012 Dec 17 American Racing earned accolades for its creative, museum concept display at America’s largest automotive aftermarket trade show, SEMA. The company showcased nearly 60 years of wheel-making history at the Las Vegas show. More >>
American Racing extends custom machining operations to Atlanta | 2012 Dec 17American Racing's parent company, Wheel Pros, today announced the opening of a new machining facility in Atlanta, Ga., a move that is expected to cut the delivery time for custom drill-from-blank orders by half. More >>
Best Ride on American Racing Wheels awarded at Goodguys | 2012 Oct 26A 1936 Chevy, a 1970 SS El Camino, a 1967 Chevy Nova, and a 1934 Ford sedan are among the 2012 winners of the “Best Ride on American Racing Wheels” prize awarded at Goodguys shows across the country this More >>
American Racing showcases history at SEMA | 2012 Oct 26American Racing will showcase nearly 60 years of its wheel-making history in Las Vegas with a museum concept display at America’s largest automotive aftermarket trade show. More >>
Dee Zee launches new American Racing truck box line | 2012 Oct 25Dee Zee Manufacturing Inc., a Des Moines, Iowa-based manufacturer and distributor of truck boxes, announced today that it has entered into a licensing agreement with Wheel Pros, Inc. for their iconic American Racing brand to develop and launch a new line of American Racing branded truck boxes. The program officially debuts at the SEMA Show, Oct. 30 – Nov. 2, 2012 at the Las Vegas Convention Center at Dee Zee Booth #31037, in the South Hall. More >>
KV Racing ends 2012 at Fontana | 2012 Sep 17KV Racing Technology drivers Tony Kanaan, Rubens Barrichello and E. J. Viso finished 18th, 22nd and 25th respectively in the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series season ender. More >>
KV Racing places two cars in Top-10 at Baltimore Indy | 2012 Sep 04KV Racing Technology driver Rubens Barrichello scored his second consecutive top-five finish this weekend with a fifth place showing in the caution filled Grand Prix of Baltimore. More >>
KV Racing Technology earns fourth at Sonoma | 2012 Aug 27KV Racing Technology driver Rubens Barrichello had a sensational race to finish a season-high fourth today in the GoPro Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma on the newly modified 2.358-mile, 12-turn Sonoma Raceway permanent road course in Sonoma, California. Teammate Tony Kanaan made it two cars in the top-10 for the team with a 10th place finish, while E. J. Viso, the third of the KVRT trio, placed 16th. More >>
1963 Chevrolet Impala takes home Best Ride on American Racing Wheels | 2012 Aug 14Eddie Amyx is the latest winner of the "Best Ride on American Racing Wheels" prize, being handed out at each stop of the Goodguys tour this year. His 1963 Chevrolet Impala, on Torq Thrust wheels, caught judges' eyes at the Columbus show last month, and he won the show prize and a set of new wheels.
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Jimmy Vasser Chevrolet enters NHRA Factory Stock Showdown | 2012 Aug 13Jimmy Vasser Chevrolet will enter a Chevrolet COPO Camaro in the NHRA Factory Stock Showdown at the 2012 Mac Tools U. S. Nationals presented by Auto-Plus at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis, August 29 – September 3. More >>
KV Racing tackles caution-free Hondy Indy 200 | 2012 Aug 05 KV Racing Technology driver Tony Kanaan drove a fantastic race to finish sixth in today’s caution free Honda Indy 200 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Rubens Barrichello and E. J. Viso placed 15th and 20th respectively. More >>
Challenging Edmonton Indy for KV Racing | 2012 Jul 23KV Racing Technology drivers Tony Kanaan, Rubens Barrichello and E. J. Viso had a challenging Edmonton Indy, which For the first time since its inception in 2005 was completed without a single caution flag.
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Looking back at the the NORRA 1,000 | 2012 Jul 11 With the third annual running of the National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA) General Tire Mexican 1000 now in the record books, there has been time to reflect on an event that cemented the rally’s heritage as the “Happiest Race on Earth.” More >>
Swisstrax Launches American Racing Garage Flooring | 2012 Jul 09 Swisstrax Corporation continues to expand its operations with the launch of line of American Racing branded flooring. Swisstrax floor tiles have gained a solid reputation as being a top-quality flooring solution for garages, hangars, showrooms, and automotive events. More >>
Podium highlight despite uneven showing for KV Racing at Iowa | 2012 Jun 26KV Racing Technology had mixed results at the Iowa Corn Indy 250 at Iowa Speedway June 23 with Tony Kanaan recording his second-consecutive podium finish, teammate Rubens Barrichello finishing seventh and E. J. Viso falling victim to an on-track incident. More >>
American Racing on the Hot Rod Power Tour | 2012 Jun 25American Racing joined the 18th annual Hot Rod Power Tour during the first week of June, with our 2011 American Racing Camaro and a fresh supply of American Racing Owners’ Edition hats to hand out to the many enthusiastic supporters taking part.
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KV Racing battles on at shortened Detroit Indy race | 2012 Jun 04KV Racing Technology driver Tony Kanaan finished sixth yesterday in the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix in Detroit, Michigan. Teammates E. J. Viso and Rubens Barrichello placed 18th and 25th respectively. More >>
Tough Indy 500 for E.J. Viso while teammate Tony Kanaan earns podium | 2012 May 28E.J. Viso had a rough Indy 500 weekend as he had to contend with a serious vibration in his No. 5 CITGO | PDVSA – KV Racing Technology Chevrolet/Firestone car, which is also sponsored by American Racing. More >>
KV Racing qualifies three cars in Top 10 for Indy 500 | 2012 May 21During a tough and emotional qualifying session KV Racing Technology put all three cars in the top-10 on the starting grid for the 96th running of the Indianapolis 500 this coming weekend (May 27th) at the fabled Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana. More >>
Vintage-inspired American Racing gear now available at top retailers | 2012 May 14A new line of vintage-inspired gear that celebrates the iconic heritage of the American Racing brand is now available at top retailers across the United States. The stylized American Racing apparel combines a speed and motor culture aesthetic with a vintage look. Designers at Wicked Quick have sifted through archive images, old artwork and vintage logos to find the perfect assets for the collection. More >>
American Racing takes on the Hot Rod Power Tour | 2012 May 14American Racing is set to join the 18th annual Hot Rod Power Tour this June with its rat rod-themed 2011 Camaro. The Hot Rod Power Tour, presented by GM Performance Division, is considered among the finest automotive tours in the world and is said to embody everything that Hot Rod Magazine has represented throughout its 64 year history. More >>
KV Racing Technology places two cars in Top-10 in Itaipava Indy 300 Nestle | 2012 Apr 30In a race filled with accidents and different strategies, KV Racing Technology driver E. J. Viso showed discipline and skill in finishing a team-high ninth while teammate Rubens Barrichello placed 10th in today’s in the Itaipava Indy 300 Nestle on the 2.5-mile, 11-turn temporary street circuit at São Paulo, Brazil. Tony Kanaan, the third of the KVRT trio of drivers, was involved in a late race incident and finished 13th. More >>
E. J. Viso finishes 12th at Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach | 2012 Apr 16KV Racing Technology driver Tony Kanaan had a spectacular race improving 15 positions to finish fourth in today’s Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach on the challenging 1.968-mile, 11-turn temporary street circuit at Long Beach, California. Teammate Rubens Barrichello was almost as impressive picking up 13 positions to place ninth and earn his second consecutive top-10 finish while E. J. Viso was the victim of a penalty and placed 12th. More >>
KV Racing Technology driver qualifies fifth | 2012 Apr 15 KV Racing Technology driver E. J. Viso qualified fifth for tomorrow’s Toyota Grand Prix on the challenging 1.968-mile, 11-turn temporary street circuit in downtown Long Beach, California. Teammate Tony Kanaan was also in the top-10 at tenth, while the third KVRT driver, Rubens Barrichello qualified 19th. More >>
1970 Pontiac GTO takes home Best Ride on American Racing Wheels | 2012 Apr 04Del Mar, CA (April 1, 2012) -- Ralph and Debbie Hollis took home the Best Ride on American Racing Wheels for their 1970 Pontiac GTO at the Goodguys Del Mar this weekend. More >>
KV Racing Technology driver Rubens Barrichello earns first Top-10 Indy Car Finish in just second race | 2012 Apr 04LEEDS, Ala. (April 1, 2012) – KV Racing Technology driver Rubens Barrichello earned his first IndyCar top-10 finish, placing eighth in just his second IndyCar start at the Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama on the picturesque 2.38-mile, 17-turn Barber Motorsports Park permanent road course in Leeds, Alabama. More >>
American Racing apparel available from Wicked Quick | 2012 Apr 01CERRITOS, CA (April 11, 2012) -- Now there's a new way to become a part of the American Racing legacy. Apparel company Wicked Quick is producing a line of American Racing merchandise, available for sale online here. More >>
American Racing joins 2012 Long Beach Grand Prix | 2012 Apr 01American Racing returns to the Long Beach Grand Prix as an official sponsor in 2012, resuming a company tradition that dates back to the early days of the historic racing event. More >>
E.J. Viso finishes eighth in Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg | 2012 Mar 26KV Racing Technology driver E. J. Viso finished eighth in today’s Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on the 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary street circuit in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. Rubens Barrichello was the victim of a fuel miscalculation and placed 17th in his IndyCar debut while Tony Kanaan suffered an electrical problem and finished 25th. More >>
American Racing to partner with KV Racing | 2012 Mar 19KV Racing Technology announced today that American Racing will join the team for the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series season. More >>
KV Racing Technology concludes IndyCar spring training | 2012 Mar 12The KV Racing Technology trio of Rubens Barrichello, E. J. Viso and Tony Kanaan concluded their second and final day of IndyCar Spring Training at Sebring International Raceway in Sebring, Florida. More >>
American Racing and Tony Pedregon head to Gainesville, Florida | 2012 Mar 07GAINESVILLE, Florida – The Pedregon Racing team is looking forward to a successful weekend in Gainesville, Florida, at the 43rd Annual Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals presented by NAPAfilters.com. Driver Tony Pedregon says the track itself is one of his best. More >>
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AMERICAN RACING signs Tony Pedregon | 2012 Feb 06Tony Pedregon joins the American Racing family! More >>