Industry Insiders

General Motors Committed To ‘Racing To Win’ In ’08, Beyond

Mark Kent is the director of racing for General Motors.

A Tale Of Two Earls And Others Just Like Them

A life-long race fan, Stew Doty is the Publisher of Racing Promotion Monthly, a monthly newsletter for auto racing promoters.

Brandel Helped Pave The Way For Women In Motorsports

Dusty Brandel started covering auto racing in the 1950s and has been president of the American Auto Racing Writers & Broadcasters Ass’n for many years.

Memorable Season Draws Closer To Conclusion

Dan Davis is the director of Ford Racing Technology. Fast Fact: Davis joined Ford Motor Company in 1976 as a project engineer.

From Struggling Racer To Small Business Success

Sid Waterman operates Waterman Racing Components, which makes parts, particularly fuel pumps for racing applications including drag racing, open-wheel racing, dirt-track racing and NASCAR.

Common Sense Is Important For Racing Photographers

Freelance photographer David E. Heithaus specializes in short-track open-wheel photography. Fast Fact: Heithaus is a real estate banker during the day.

Clark Is More Than A GM, He’s City Manager At AMS

Ed Clark is president and general manager of Atlanta Motor Speedway. Fast Fact: Clark is a frequent competitor in the thunder roadster division during Legends car events at AMS.

A Long And Winding Road To Preserving Racing History

Tom Schmeh has been around racing his entire life and has been executive director of the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum since 1989.

Toyota’s NASCAR Program Is Still A Work In Progress

With a long career in motorsports, Les Unger is the National Motorsports Manager for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

From Hobby To Career, Working On Race Cars Takes Commitment

Toby Mellott is a tire specialist working for Robert Yates Racing. The Royal: Won the King’s Royal while working with Sammy Swindell. Married: Toby is married to NSSN Staffer Liz Mellott.

Racing Has Always Been Part Of Anne Fornoro’s Life

Anne Fornoro is the daughter of early-days midget racer Russ Klarr and the wife of retired driver Drew Fornoro. She’s worked as a publicist most of her life.

Wishing For Road Racing To ‘Get Its Act Together’

The son of legendary racer Dan Gurney entered Saturday’s Grand Am season finale sharing a one-point lead over Scott Pruett with Gainsco Racing co-driver Jon Fogarty.

There’s Nothing Like The Sights And Sounds Of A Race

Steve Johnson is the current President and CEO of Champ Car, the body that sanctions the Champ Car World Series and the Champ Car Atlantic Championship. Steve is coming up on his second anniversary as Champ Car President and CEO and during his tenure he has introduced two new race cars, reinvigorated Champ Car’s ladder series and reintroduced the Champ Car World Series to the European market.

After A Three-Year Retirement, Bernstein Is Back In The Saddle

Kenny Bernstein owns four NHRA Funny Car championships and a pair of NHRA Top Fuel titles.

Trying To Take Command Of The Los Angeles Market

Gillian Zucker was named president of California Speedway in June of 2005. She was named Woman of the Year in 2006 by California’s 63rd Assembly District.

If You Want To Go Racing, Take Your Safety Seriously

Bob is a former national championship winning road racer. His son, Butch, is one of America’s best road racers.

Memorable Racers Are Still Making Memorable Races

Ron Drager’s grandfather founded ARCA in 1953 and today Drager is the president of the stock-car sanctioning body.

Finding The Time To Work Out Is Challenging For Drivers

Marc Arnone is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, who works with NASCAR driver Tony Stewart.

John Bishop: Remembering Key Moments In U.S. Road-Racing History

Having held many posts through the years, John Bishop is currently the commissioner of the Grand Am Road Racing Championship.

Motorsports Continues To Change For The Better

Roger Penske owns teams that compete in NASCAR, the Indy Racing League and the American Le Mans Series. A Driver: Penske was a world-class road racer before becoming a team owner.

Jody Deery's Racing Role Will Be Felt For Generations

Jody Deery is still active in the operation of Rockford Speedway after more than 50 years.

Industry Insiders: Steve Beitler

Some Truth & Some Fantasy From The Mind Of Kevin Olson

Known for his knowledgeable and sometimes off-the-wall opinions, Kevin Olson works on Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network broadcasts of IRL races.

'Community' Is Key Word When It Comes To Racing

Betty Rutherford is the wife of three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Johnny Rutherford, and she has been active in the Championship Auto Racing Auxiliary since it was formed in 1981.

A Close Encounter With 'The Astonishing Neal'

Denis McGlynn is the president of Dover Motorsports, Inc.

A Tip Of The Ford Hat To Some Real Auto-Racing Pioneers

Retired Ford Motor Company COO Edsel Ford II remains a member of the company's board of directors. Ford's great-grandfather, Henry, founded the company.

Want To Get Performance? Just Follow The Money

94-year-old Wally Parks is the founder of the National Hot Rod Ass’n and the Chairman of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, presented by the Automobile Club of Southern California. Along with a dedicated staff, the former editor and editorial director of Hot Rod magazine created drag racing. He is the only living founder of a major motorsport in America.