Vintage / Historic

Immaculate Automobiles Take Center Stage At the Inaugural Smith Heritage Invitational and AutoFair

April 16, 2023 at Charlotte Motor Speedway - Nick Soprano’s 1957 Maserati 450S named Chairman’s Choice Sport winner at the inaugural Smith Heritage Invitational; Paul Gould’s 1937 Delage D8-120 wins Chairman’s Choice d’Elegance prize.
Darrell Hinson’s family-owned 1954 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup took home the Walt Hollifield Best of Show Award from Sunday’s AutoFair

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Volume 2023, Issue 4, Posted 8:13 PM, 04.16.2023

SVRA - AMERICAN GLOBAL STANDARDS JOINS SVRA ROSTER OF SPONSORS

 SOUTHLAKE, Texas (January 25, 2022) – The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that American Global Standards (AGS) joined its fold of best-in-class partners. AGS is a leading registrar of Quality, IT Security and Environmental management systems to ISO 9001, 27001 & 14001 internationally recognized standards and is now the Official ISO Certification Company of SVRA. The company provides independent, third-party assessments of management systems for all industries.

"I am very enthusiastic about investment relationships like AGS because they are strategic," said Tony Parella, SVRA president and CEO. “AGS already has customers among our race team owners. Our SpeedTour paddock is chock-full of high-net-worth individuals. A good percentage of them are business owners and executives with customer sets requiring ISO certification from their vendors. AGS makes it efficient and profitable for them to meet those requirements. We strive to foster partnership agreements to create a B2B ecosystem that delivers tremendous value for everyone involved.”

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Volume 2022, Issue 1, Posted 11:51 AM, 01.25.2022

SVRA - SUMMIT IS NOW THE OFFICIAL PERFORMANCE PARTS COMPANY OF TRANS AM and SVRA

SOUTHLAKE, Texas (January 4, 2021) – Parella Motorsport Holdings (PMH) announced today that Summit Racing Equipment is now the “Official Performance Parts Company” of its Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, and Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) properties. For more than 50 years, Summit has grown into the go-to parts source for racers and high-performance car owners around the globe. 

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Volume 2022, Issue 1, Posted 11:00 AM, 01.04.2022

SVRA - 2022 SCHEDULE BUILDS ON SPEEDTOUR SUCCESS

 

Southlake, TX (August 25, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced a 17-race schedule for 2022. The 2022 season marks the tenth anniversary of SVRA's acquisition by Parella Motorsports Holdings, Inc. SVRA’s SpeedTour weekends include vintage racing, contemporary sports cars, and other features to present the most diverse and exciting array of race car design and engine sounds in the world. The concept continues to generate growth in sponsorship and membership. 

“It’s hard to believe we are approaching the tenth anniversary of the Parella Motorsports Holdings acquisition of SVRA,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. "That first season, we were simply a regional club with a five-race schedule at three venues. Since then, with the help of our team, we have built a national, coast-to-coast platform that has delivered tremendous growth in sponsors, members, and fans. Along the way, we have developed outstanding date equity with many of our venues.”

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Volume 2021, Issue 8, Posted 12:43 PM, 08.25.2021

SVRA - COMETIC GASKET BECOMES OFFICIAL GASKET COMPANY OF SVRA

Custom Gasket and Sealing Solutions Meet Highest Engine Performance Standards 

Southlake, TX (April 20, 2021) – SVRA announced today an agreement that makes Cometic Gasket, Inc. its “Official Gasket Company.” Cometic Gasket, Inc. is a leading worldwide supplier of gaskets and engine sealing solutions for the Automotive Performance, Powersports, Marine, Original Equipment, and Remanufactured Engine Industries.

Cometic combines advanced materials with the most current manufacturing processes to provide custom-tailored solutions to meet the needs of each individual customer. Cometic specializes in custom gaskets, making the partnership an ideal fit for vintage racers and their prep shops searching for parts for their older cars.

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 4, Posted 9:55 AM, 04.20.2021

SVRA - WEATHERTECH JOINS SVRA & TRANS AM FAMILY OF PARTNERS

All-American Manufacturer Expands Motorsport Footprint

Southlake, TX (April 14, 2021) – SVRA and The Trans Am Series Presented by Pirelli announced today an agreement that makes WeatherTech the “Official Interior Vehicle Protection Company” for both premier road racing organizations. For decades, WeatherTech has been committed to manufacturing in the United States and is well-known in motorsports circles.

"We take a special pleasure in relationships with partners who come to us with a full understanding of the power of motorsports as a marketing and branding platform," said Tony Parella, Owner and CEO of both Trans Am and SVRA.  “I appreciate the pride they take in being an American manufacturer. They’re great people."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 4, Posted 11:06 AM, 04.14.2021

SVRA - SVRA MAKES GREEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP ITS OFFICIAL PROVIDER OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Company President Randall Green is Also an SVRA Racer

Southlake, TX (March 18, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today an agreement that makes Green Wealth Management Group its official provider of wealth management services. Green Wealth is intimately familiar with SVRA as their President, Randall Green regularly competes on track with his 1963 Lotus 23B and his 1972 Datsun 240Z. Randall’s latest project is building a period-correct Gurney Eagle small-block Ford for his McLaren M8C with the goal of being on track this summer.

"We have been searching for the right wealth management professional for some time, and Green Wealth certainly fills the bill," said Tony Parella, owner and CEO of both Trans Am and SVRA. "Randall Green is already part of our family as a driver and vintage race car enthusiast. We are delighted to expand what is already a very positive relationship with Randall and his company."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 3, Posted 12:03 PM, 03.18.2021

SVRA - HUFFY & BUZZ BECOME OFFICIAL BIKES OF SVRA

Top-Brand Bikes Prove Ideal Solution for Traversing Racing Paddock

Southlake, TX (February 26, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Huffy and Buzz Bikes are now the "Official Bikes of SVRA." Both bicycle brands provide a high quality, stylish, and comfortable vehicle for racers to navigate the tight contours of today's racetrack paddock efficiently. United Wheels, Inc., headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, owns both companies.

"Huffy is one of the most recognizable brands in bicycling. Buzz presents a compelling E-bike that will truly distinguish its riders," said Tony Parella, owner and CEO of both Trans Am and SVRA. "This announcement is part of our strategy to expand into partnerships with top consumer brands. I expect to see the numbers of Huffy and Buzz bicycles steadily grow at SpeedTour events as we move through the 2021 racing season."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 9:14 AM, 02.26.2021

SVRA - ADOBE ROAD WINERY PRESENTS OFFICIAL WINE OF SVRA

Winery Inspired by Le Mans, Daytona 24 Racing Champion

Southlake, TX (February 17, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Adobe Road wines are now “The Official Wine of SVRA.” Adobe Road Winery's product line includes its "Racing Series," comprised of four ultra-premium, California, red wine blends. They are the vision of champion race car driver, team owner, and winery owner Kevin Buckler. Buckler founded the renowned race team, The Racers Group (TRG). Among his numerous accolades, he drove the overall winning car in the 2003 Daytona Rolex 24-Hour race.

"Kevin and TRG have stout racing credentials. No orientation to sports car racing is necessary," said Tony Parella, owner and CEO of both Trans Am and SVRA.  "Kevin and TRG’s racing accomplishments alone are off the charts. The team has four Daytona 24 wins, a GT class championship at Le Mans, and the record for the greatest number of wins and podiums of any independent GT team in North American sportscar racing history. Their resume also includes NASCAR competition, including three years at the Cup level. I could talk all day about what they have achieved in the sport we love, but I have to say Adobe Road wines are delicious."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 10:22 AM, 02.17.2021

SVRA - CG DETROIT IS TRANS AM, SVRA PARTNER

Named Official Graphics Company of SVRA

Southlake, TX (February 12, 2021) – Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) announced today that CG Detroit is the “Official Graphics Company" of SVRA. The company already has a longstanding partnership with Trans Am, so it is a logical step to expand that into SVRA, the other major PMH motorsports property.

"CG Detroit, by the nature of their service, will have tremendous visibility at all our SpeedTour races," said Tony Parella, owner and CEO of both Trans Am and SVRA.  "The haulers for both series are wrapped in beautiful CG Detroit-produced graphics. They know their business, and they know racing."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 10:39 AM, 02.12.2021

SVRA - VINTCO IS OFFICIAL VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE PARTS COMPANY OF SVRA

Company Owner Curt Leaverton Races with SVRA

Southlake, TX (February 10, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Vintco joined its growing business partners list. Vintco is now the “Official Vintage Motorcycle Parts Company” of SVRA.

"It’s great to have Vintco, a company that shares our appreciation of vintage racing machines as a business partner," said Tony Parella, SVRA President and CEO.  "Their top executive, Curt Leaverton, races with us regularly. In fact, he won the national champion’s Gold Helmet in his Group 7 1974 Lola T294 at COTA last year."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 3:30 PM, 02.10.2021

SVRA - EXTREME COATINGS IS SVRA's OFFICIAL THERMAL COATINGS & BRAKE ROTORS COMPANY

Braxe Rotors Product Line Delivers Performance for Racers, Car Enthusiasts

 Southlake, TX (February 8, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Extreme Coatings has joined its expanding family of partners as the “Official Thermal Coatings & Brake Rotors Company" of SVRA. The company’s Braxe Product Line of Rotors focuses on performance cars, including the vintage racers of SVRA.

"All car guys and gals constantly pursue performance increases," said SVRA CEO Tony Parella.  "Brake rotors are always a key factor in getting the most out of your cars, and the Braxe product line attains superior performance for brake components."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 1:49 PM, 02.08.2021

SVRA - MISSION FOODS IS SVRA's OFFICIAL TORTILLA & CHIP COMPANY

Mission’s President and CEO to Compete in SpeedTour Races

Southlake, TX (February 5, 2021) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Mission Foods has joined its expanding family of partners as "The Official Tortilla and Chip Company" of SVRA. Mission Foods is America’s top manufacturer of tortillas, tortilla chips, flatbreads, and other baked products.

"It’s great to welcome a leading global consumer brand to our sport," said SVRA CEO Tony Parella.  "I am especially excited that the company’s President and CEO, Juan Gonzalez, shares my passion for auto racing in wheel-to-wheel competition. I appreciate his enthusiasm for everything we are doing with our SpeedTour events."

 

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Volume 2021, Issue 2, Posted 12:45 PM, 02.05.2021

SVRA - OMOLOGATO BECOMES SVRA's OFFICIAL TIMEPIECE

 Omologato Watch Design Celebrates Iconic Motorsport Brands 

Southlake, TX (December 18, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Omologato is now the official timepiece of America’s premier vintage racing organization. Motorsport culture is the company's founding design principle. It has affiliations throughout the sport, including partnerships with world-renowned tracks such as Watkins Glen International and Monza. 

"Omologato is rooted in motorsports culture worldwide," said SVRA CEO Tony Parella.  "Their slogan, 'Honoring the past by racing into the future,’ is what SVRA is about."

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Volume 2020, Issue 12, Posted 11:08 AM, 12.18.2020

SVRA - F.A.S.T. COOLING IS SVRA's OFFICIAL COOLING COMPANY

F.A.S.T. Cooling is the Choice of Top Teams in NASCAR, Formula One & Others

 Southlake, TX (December 15, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that F.A.S.T. (Fresh Air Systems Technologies) Cooling has joined its expanding family of partners as "The Official Cooling Suit" of SVRA. Professionals and amateurs from across the spectrum of racing disciplines choose F.A.S.T. for their cooling requirements.

 "Many of our racers are very familiar with F.A.S.T. Cooling products," said SVRA CEO Tony Parella.  "This announcement reflects SVRA's full endorsement of all F.A.S.T. Cooling products because they take care of our racers."

 

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Volume 2020, Issue 12, Posted 12:32 PM, 12.15.2020

SVRA - GEOFF AND MATT BRABHAM TO RACE IN BRABHAMS WITH SVRA AT COTA

Three-Car Team of Brabham BT35s Includes Owner Ron Hornig

Southlake, TX (October 30, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that father and son Geoff and Matt Brabham would race 1971 Brabham BT35 Formula B cars at Circuit Of The Americas (COTA). Car owner Ron Hornig will race alongside them, as he has with Geoff since 2015. The November 5-8 races are part of SVRA’s U.S. Vintage National Championships held annually at COTA since 2014.

“Anytime you have an entry list that includes a Le Mans 24 champion like Geoff and his son Matt, one of the most talented young drivers anywhere, you have struck gold," said Tony Parella, SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. “I know those cars will be at the front, and there will be some pretty intense but friendly father and son competition.”

 

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Volume 2020, Issue 10, Posted 11:34 AM, 10.30.2020

SVRA - SVRA PLANS SPEEDTOUR WEEKEND FOR RIDGE MOTORSPORTS PARK

West Coast Trans Am Series Featured on Weekend Program

Southlake, TX (October 27, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that it will expand its 2021 schedule to 18 weekends with a first-ever appearance at Ridge Motorsports Park in Shelton, WA. The June 11-13, 2021 SpeedTour weekend will also include the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli West Coast Series.

“We are delighted to work with the Ridge’s management team led by Tracie Schmitt to bring a SpeedTour weekend to Washington for the first time,” said Tony Parella, SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. “Our partnership with the Ridge has opened the door to create another opportunity working with the Society of Vintage Racing Enthusiasts (SOVREN) which has been successful at other venues.”

 

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Volume 2020, Issue 10, Posted 11:57 AM, 10.29.2020

SVRA - SVRA 2021 SCHEDULE GROWS DESPITE 2020 GLOBAL CHALLENGES

 SVRA Surges Forward with Record Number of Race Weekends

Southlake, TX (October 19, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced a 17-race schedule for 2021, affirming its resilience in the face of the pandemic-produced global business challenges. SVRA’s vintage racing, contemporary sports cars, and other features present the most diverse and exciting array of race car design and engine sounds in the world and continues to generate growth in sponsorship and membership. 

The 2021 schedule boasts 17 SpeedTour race weekends, a record number in SVRA’s 42-year history.  New to the schedule are Charlotte Motor Speedway, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Brainerd International Raceway, and Utah Motorsports Campus. The schedule also includes an unprecedented number of West Coast events starting with Auto Club Speedway in February. Also, West Coast weekends will include a return after a three-year hiatus to Sonoma Raceway, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and Portland International Raceway. Most of the races will be live-streamed on the SVRA app.

Another feature of the schedule is its design to allow racers a single tow between tracks within the same region on successive weekends. The approach provides SVRA members with a convenient and economical way to plan a vacation road trip over two weekends. "Single Tow" weekends begin in February with Sebring International Raceway and Homestead, in March with Charlotte and Road Atlanta, and then again between Laguna Seca and Sonoma in April.

 

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Volume 2020, Issue 10, Posted 9:49 AM, 10.19.2020

SVRA - SKIP BARBER RACING SCHOOL BECOMES OFFICIAL SVRA SPONSOR

 

Premier Racing School Accredited to Issue SVRA Driver Licenses

Southlake, TX (September 21, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Skip Barber Racing School is now its “Official Racing School.” Founded by John “Skip” Barber over 45 years ago in 1975, the school has maintained its position as the gateway to motorsports since inception.

“As the only vintage racing organization with a national platform, we think Skip Barber is the perfect fit with us because of their national footprint,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “Their schools operate at many of the same tracks on our schedule, such as Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Circuit of the Americas (COTA), Sebring, Road Atlanta, and, of course, Lime Rock Park. This partnership expands our commitment to provide convenient, high-quality solutions to our members seeking racing licenses from an accredited school with a terrific history.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 9, Posted 9:36 AM, 09.21.2020

SVRA - HAWK PERFORMANCE IS THE OFFICIAL BRAKE PAD OF SVRA

 

 On the Track or the Street, Hawk Performance Delivers Unmatched Stopping Power

Southlake, TX (September 15, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Hawk Performance is its “Official Brake Pad.” Hawk Performance delivers premium friction products that stop drivers faster and last longer for racers and all-around car enthusiasts.

“SVRA and Hawk have a great history together,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “Many of our car owners already use Hawk Performance products and have done so for years. I am delighted to make our relationship an official partnership.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 9, Posted 11:24 AM, 09.15.2020

SVRA - EAROS AND SVRA PARTNER TO PROTECT THE HEARING OF RACING LOVERS

 

Made in the US, EAROS “Acoustic Filters” Protect Ears Without Compromising Sound Quality

Southlake, TX (September 3, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that EAROS is its “Official Hearing Protection Partner.” As part of the partnership, SVRA will offer EAROS ONE, a breakthrough high-fidelity hearing protection device, for sale to its community of vintage racing enthusiasts to protect their hearing health while still enjoying the roar of the engine.

“This EAROS partnership is very personal to me,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “Like many racers, years of loud engine noises have taken a toll on my hearing. I want our racers, crews, fans, and future generations to prevent such damage.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 8, Posted 1:56 PM, 09.03.2020

SVRA - SVRA “SPEEDTOUR ALL ACCESS” MAVTV SHOW DEBUTS IN AUGUST

 First-Ever TV Show Featuring America’s Premier Vintage Racing Series

Southlake, TX (July 30, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that its first-ever TV show featuring America’s premier vintage racing organization will premiere this Sunday, August 2, on MAVTV at 9:30 am.

In all, there will be eight airings of four episodes throughout August. In addition to the August 2 premiere the other episodes will be presented at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm on August 9, 16, 23, and 30. 

“This is the culmination of a lot of work to build the SVRA and SpeedTour brands,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “Since I acquired SVRA in 2012 all of my team has worked diligently to build a special national platform that provides a unique and diverse auto racing option for fans, competitors, and sponsors alike. Trans Am has a strong history of television coverage and we are bringing SVRA and everything about SpeedTour weekends into the mainstream motorsports conversation.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 8, Posted 2:13 PM, 08.01.2020

SVRA - SVRA, SOVREN AFFIRM NEW DATE FOR PORTLAND SPEEDTOUR WEEKEND

 West Coast Trans Am Series Also On Labor Day Weekend Program

Southlake, TX (July 1, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today in company with Seattle-based Society of Vintage Racing Enthusiasts (SOVREN) they have affirmed a new date – Labor Day Weekend – for the Portland Vintage Racing Festival. The weekend will also include the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli West Coast Series. Trans Am was originally scheduled to present their races at Portland International Raceway (PRI) July 24 – 26.

“Like everyone, we are navigating a challenging environment, so we adjust to deliver what is best for everyone involved.” said Tony Parella, SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. “I think we have arrived at a great solution. Andy Collins and the team at SOVREN have been terrific partners in our Portland Vintage Racing Festivals, and I know they will deliver a successful event.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 7, Posted 7:51 AM, 07.02.2020

SVRA - JR III RACING RETURNS TO COMPETITION WITH DOUBLE FATHER-SON LINEUP

 

 Dueling Dad and Lad SVRA Prototype Efforts at Road America on Father’s Day Weekend 

Elkhart Lake, Wisc. (17 June 2020) – What better way to celebrate Father’s Day than to go racing at Road America…with your dad?

This weekend, Jr III (“Junior-Three”) Racing will return to competition with an outing at Road America as SVRA stages the 2020 Vintage Festival. The Mooresville-based team will feature a unique lineup as it campaigns two father-son duos racing a pair of LMP3 Prototypes for the Father’s Day weekend event. In addition to the two father-son LMP3 entries, Jr III will also be preparing and entering the No. 21 Weaver Concepts Dodge Challenger Trans Am driven by Marc Sharinn.

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Volume 2020, Issue 6, Posted 11:54 AM, 06.18.2020

SVRA - SCCA PRO RACING, PARELLA FORGE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

 

F4 U.S. and FR Americas To Be Added To SpeedTour Format

Southlake, TX (June 25, 2020) – Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), the owner of the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, today announced it has engaged a partnership with two SCCA Pro Racing open-wheel series, Formula Regional Americas Championship Powered by Honda and Formula 4 United States Championship Powered by Honda.The agreement builds on the success of the tried-and-true relationship of PMH and Trans Am, which is also sanctioned by SCCA Pro Racing.

“SCCA Pro Racing has proven the viability of FR Americas and F4 U.S. and we are confident that through a combined effort we can take both to the next level,” said Tony Parella, SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of Trans Am. “I want to thank our newest PMH board member, Nick Craw who was instrumental in making this deal come together. His exceptional executive leadership experience in SCCA, ACCUS, and FIA proved invaluable.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 6, Posted 1:38 PM, 06.25.2020

SVRA - SVRA Affirms Dates For Road America And Mid-Ohio Races

 

 Postponed From May, Road America Lands On Fathers’ Day Weekend

Southlake, TX (May 21, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today affirmed June dates at both Road America and Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.  The agreement with Road America is a new date after a postponement from the original May 15 -17 Vintage Festival. Fathers’ Day June 18 – 21 weekend became available with the postponement of the Brickyard Invitational at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and changes to the Indy car date originally planned at Road America at that time. Mid-Ohio will take place on its previously announced date, June 25 – 28.

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Volume 2020, Issue 5, Posted 4:43 PM, 05.21.2020

SVRA - NICK CRAW JOINS PARELLA MOTORSPORTS HOLDINGS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

Vastly Experienced International and North American Motorsports Industry Executive

Southlake, TX (April 14, 2020) – Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), the owner of the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) and majority owner of the Trans Am presented by Pirelli Series, today announced that Nick Craw, a much-respected international motorsports industry executive has joined its board of directors. Craw has vast experience in the sport, including time as a professional driver across a variety of disciplines with two IMSA championships, and as an industry executive most notably as President and CEO of the Automobile Competition Committee of the United States (ACCUS-FIA), and simultaneously as FIA Senate President from 2009-2017.   Craw was also the longest-serving President & CEO of SCCA (17 years).

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Volume 2020, Issue 4, Posted 10:02 AM, 04.14.2020

SVRA - SVRA REVISES 2020 SEASON SCHEDULE

 

 New Plan Calls For Eleven Races, Three Key Date Changes

Southlake, TX (April 7, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced its revised 2020 schedule, reflecting adherence to national and local safety guidelines in the fight against the COVID-19 global pandemic. The schedule consists of the remaining eleven race weekends but with three date changes. Nine of the weekends are shared with the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli as part of the SpeedTour format.

“Every decision we have made with respect to the pandemic reflects our commitment to the safety of our fans, members, drivers, and sponsors. That’s job one,” said Tony Parella, SVRA President, CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. 

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Volume 2020, Issue 4, Posted 9:42 AM, 04.07.2020

SVRA - SAID, FELLOWS, SET FOR SVRA CHARITY PRO-AM AT ROAD ATLANTA

 

 Road Course “Ringers” Return To Challenge NASCAR Stars

Southlake, TX (March 12, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Boris Said and Ron Fellows have filed entries for the popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. Both Fellows and Said are remembered as “NASCAR Ringers” for their road racing prowess. The VROC competition is part of the March 26 – 29 SpeedTour Road Atlanta Grand Prix weekend.

“Ron and Boris are no strangers to SVRA and VROC competition, having raced with us in various cars many times before,” said SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Company, Tony Parella. “I’m proud that we can present a high-profile race that once again pits Boris and Ron against outstanding former full-time NASCAR champions like Bobby LaBonte, Mike Skinner, Ron Hornaday and Johnny Benson.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 3, Posted 11:42 AM, 03.12.2020

SVRA - LIVE-STREAM RACES AT NINE SPEEDTOUR WEEKENDS IN 2020

 

 Leading Digital TV Provider NAGRA Delivers App For Streaming And Other Services

Southlake, TX (March 9, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) will deliver new value to sponsors and fans alike by extending its reach to a global scale through live video streaming. America’s premier vintage racing organization has rolled out a full-service digital media platform to feature races during nine SpeedTour weekends, including its popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am series. Fans around the globe can enjoy the competition through free streaming media to their phones, tablets, and computers. Free downloads are available for bothApple and Android

The new worldwide service is made possible through an agreement with NAGRA, a Kudelski Group (SIX:KUD.S) company and the world's leading independent provider of content protection and multiscreen television solutions. SVRA launched a beta trial of the app at the Sebring International Raceway Vintage Festival during competition on Sunday, March 1. NAGRA brings experience spanning 70 years of working with Hollywood studios as well as 30 years of empowering the world’s leading service providers and content owners. The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli is a partner at the SpeedTour weekends and has also announced a live streaming video app developed by NAGRA.

“Our trial at Sebring was a tremendous success reaching twenty countries worldwide,” said Tony Parella, SVRA President, CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “We established a national platform for our sponsors several years ago and now we have extended the reach of our brand on a global level. This thrusts SVRA and our Vintage Race of Champions series into the mainstream motorsports conversation.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 3, Posted 4:03 PM, 03.09.2020

SVRA - SKINNER, BENSON ADD NASCAR MUSCLE TO ROAD ATLANTA VROC FIELD

Champion Drivers Join a Growing List of Legends

Southlake, TX (March 3, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that NASCAR champions Mike Skinner and Johnny Benson have filed entries for the popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. The VROC competition is part of the March 26 – 29 SpeedTour Road Atlanta Grand Prix weekend.

“Mike and Johnny have become good friends to SVRA,” said SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Company, Tony Parella. “Mike has been a regular at our SpeedTour race meets the last two years, and I love how both he and Johnny have embraced our SVRA vintage racing code of camaraderie.”

 

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Volume 2020, Issue 3, Posted 2:26 PM, 03.03.2020

SVRA - SVRA CANCELS VROC CHARITY PRO-AM AT ROAD ATLANTA

 Plans Call For Other SpeedTour Races To Be Live Streamed, Track Closed to Spectators

Southlake, TX (March 12, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that its popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) race during the March 26 – 29 SpeedTour Road Atlanta Grand Prix weekend is canceled. The decision is a precautionary move in the fight against the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The Friday night charity banquet for the Hope For The Warriors charity will also not take place. Currently, SVRA plans to run all other races for the SpeedTour weekend. The Trans Am Series Presented by Pirelli, SVRA vintage races, and IGT will take place but no fans will be admitted to the grounds. Those events will be live-streamed as previously planned to allow fans to see the action. SVRA will continue to monitor events as they develop in this unprecedented pandemic.

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Volume 2020, Issue 3, Posted 4:07 PM, 03.12.2020

SVRA - HALL-OF-FAME STARS CONVERGE AT ROAD ATLANTA VROC

 

Baseball’s Hall-of-Fame Catcher Johnny Bench to Serve as Grand Marshal

Southlake, TX (February 27, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Johnny Bench, a member of Major League Baseball’s Hall-of-Fame, will serve as grand marshal for their Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta Grand Prix weekend, March 26 – 29. Joining him will be a host of auto racing hall-of-fame athletes led by Al Unser, Jr., Bobby Labonte, Ron Hornaday, and Geoff Brabham. The drivers have filed entries for SVRA’s popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Road Atlanta. The VROC Series has expanded this year to four weekends with Circuit of the Americas (COTA) joining Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) and VIRginia International Raceway as host tracks.

“All of us at SVRA are honored to have a sports icon like Johnny Bench join us for our SpeedTour Road Atlanta Grand Prix weekend,” said SVRA President and CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Company, Tony Parella. “As for hall-of-fame athletes, it’s amazing to walk among so many. Virtually all our professional drivers are members of a hall-of-fame somewhere.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 2, Posted 8:13 AM, 02.27.2020

SVRA - VROC CHAMPS RIBBS, JONES, DALLENBACH ENTER SVRA ROAD ATLANTA

 

2019 Champions OF A & B Production Classes Aim To Defend Their VROC Titles

Southlake, TX (February 24, 2020) – Last year’s three VROC series champions, Willy T. Ribbs, Davy Jones, and Wally Dallenbach are the first entries in Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) popular Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on March 27 and 28.  The VROC Series has expanded this year to four weekends with Circuit of the Americas (COTA) joining Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) and VIRginia International Raceway as host tracks. The Road Atlanta round kicks off the series’ 2020 season.

“Our 2019 VROC series was an absolute success,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “The competition was so intense that it produced a tie for Davy Jones and Wally Dallenbach in the BP class. We had two tiebreakers in place if the point standings were knotted up, but they came out even on those as well. Willy is our AP champ, and I’m happy for him that he finally got a great win at Indy.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 2, Posted 4:46 PM, 02.25.2020

SVRA - LUCAS OIL BECOMES OFFICIAL OIL OF SVRA

 


Motorsports Icon Expands Grassroots Motorsports Reach Through SVRA

Southlake, TX (January 30, 2020) –Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Lucas Oil Products, one of the most revered brands in motorsports, is now the “Official Oil of SVRA.” 

“It’s hard to imagine another company that has a bigger footprint in the motorsports landscape than Lucas Oil,” said SVRA’s CEO Tony Parella. “Whether it’s sprint cars, late models, their pro pulling league, motocross, off-road, or the NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway, Lucas is into all facets of racing, especially in the grassroots realm. They also sponsor dozens of champion racers in every form of North American motorsports. SVRA is honored to be among such company.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 1, Posted 11:15 AM, 01.30.2020

SVRA - PASSPORT TRANSPORT JOINS ROSTER OF SVRA SPONSORS

Official Transport Company Of SVRA Fits Vintage Racing’s Only National Platform

Southlake, TX (January 10, 2020) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Passport Transport is now its “Official Transport Company.” Founded in 1970, Passport Transport offers world-class experience transporting vehicles of all kinds, including vintage racers and collector cars.

“As the only vintage racing organization with a national platform, we want to provide our car owners with this outstanding transport and hauling option for their cars and equipment.” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO.  “Passport Transport is a terrific example of our approach of working with sponsors to meet the real needs of our race teams.”

Over the last 50 years, Passport Transport has shipped thousands o

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Volume 2020, Issue 1, Posted 10:18 AM, 01.10.2020

SVRA - MAZDA MIATA HERITAGE CUP TO GROW IN 2020


Mazda Backed-Series For NA-model Spec Miatas Expands To NB-Model Spec Miatas

Southlake, TX (January 8, 2020) – After a successful launch in 2017 that saw steadily growing fields of 1990-1997 NA Miatas, the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) Mazda Miata Heritage Cup will welcome 1999-2005 NB Miatas, creating a second podium, beginning in 2020. And there is one more special opportunity – SVRA is going to waive the entry fee for one marquee event to be held at Road America May 14-17.

“No company has done more for grassroots racing than Mazda and I am very excited for their support to continue and grow our Mazda Miata Heritage Cup,” commented SVRA’s President and CEO Tony Parella. “The racing has been very competitive, and the drivers have really embraced the no-contact, SVRA philosophy. It’s clear the drivers view racing with us as a unique motorsport experience.”

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Volume 2020, Issue 1, Posted 11:14 AM, 01.08.2020

SVRA - RACELOGIC JOINS ROSTER OF TRANS AM AND SVRA SPONSORS

Official Driver Data and Video Logging Company Of Trans Am & SVRA

Southlake, TX (December 26, 2019) – Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli and Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that RACELOGIC is now the “Official Driver Data and Video Logging Company” of both racing organizations. Founded in 1992 RACELOGIC designs and manufactures electronic systems to measure, record, display, analyze and simulate data from moving vehicles.

“Data collection and analytics have become an essential and integral part of today’s racing operations. That’s true if you are a vintage racer or a competitor in a top-tier professional series like Trans Am,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli.  “RACELOGIC provides state-of-the-art solutions our teams need.”

 

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Volume 2019, Issue 12, Posted 4:14 PM, 12.26.2019

SVRA - COOK WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP JOINS ROSTER OF SVRA SPONSORS

 

Perfect Fit In SVRA Paddock As Official Wealth Management Company

Southlake, TX (December 17, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Cook Wealth Management Group is now the “Official Wealth Management Company of SVRA.” Founded in 1984 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Cook Wealth Management Group is a recognized leader in holistic financial planning through a team of wealth managers with over 100 years of combined experience.

“After meeting with the Cook team, I immediately realized that they have a comprehensive practice for wealth management that you rarely see in companies offering financial services,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “I am excited for Cook Wealth to join our racing family because our community of car owners can take full advantage of Cook Wealth’s planning services. It’s a great bonus that managing partner Brian Cook is a racer himself, and that he and founder Jon Cook are both motorsports enthusiasts.”

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Volume 2019, Issue 12, Posted 10:36 AM, 12.17.2019