Vintage / Historic

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.”

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.”

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.”

Leader In Consumer Tire Consultation Perfect Fit In SVRA Paddock

Southlake, TX (December 10, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that TireRack.com is now the “Official Tire Store of SVRA.” Tire Rack has a long and varied list of associations with car performance programs across the country.

“Tire Rack is the undisputed leader in tire consultation to ensure consumers purchase the right tire for their needs,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Everyone at SVRA is excited about Tire Rack’s long association with competitors, car enthusiasts, car shows, and spectators – everyone in the car culture. They have a very strong presence in grassroots racing and this agreement extends that.”

Iconic Brand Adds SVRA Vintage Racing To Impressive Motorsports Portfolio

Southlake, TX (December 5, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced Big Machine Vodka is now the “Official Vodka of SVRA.” In just a few short years Big Machine has established its brand among the most recognizable sponsors of motorsports through affiliations with the reigning champions of America’s two biggest racing series with Kyle Bush in NASCAR and Josef Newgarden in IndyCar. Big Machine Vodka is the title sponsor of NASCAR’s Big Machine Vodka 400 at the Brickyard powered by Florida Georgia Line, and will again be front and center in that role in 2020.

“Racing organizations, competitors and fans alike applaud Big Machine Vodka’s investment in the sport we all love,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Fusing this marketing savvy together with Scott Borchetta’s massive passion for wheel-to-wheel competition is pure joy for me to see. Scott’s on-track racing performance as a driver, like his premium vodka brand, has grown exponentially in a short time. He won seven Group 6 sprint races as well as the U.S. Vintage National Championship at COTA earlier this year. He also serves as Grand Marshal for NASCAR’s Big Machine Vodka 400 at the Brickyard powered by Florida Georgia Line.”

World’s Leader Of Custom Luxury Motorcoach Market

Southlake, TX (December 3, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Marathon Coach is now the “Official Luxury Motorcoach of SVRA.” Marathon Coach, a family-owned business since 1983, is the worldwide leader in luxury motorhomes having sold over 1,300 of the vehicles around the globe.

“Marathon Coach literally fits into our paddock as everyone in motorsports appreciates the role of motor coaches in racing,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “As racers, we all want to be the leader and that’s what Marathon Coach is – the world champion of luxury motorhomes.”

Iconic American Company Fits Nicely In SVRA Paddock Packed With Racing Icons

Southlake, TX (October 29, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that the Remington Arms Company is now the “Official Recreational Firearms Company of SVRA.” Founded in New York and headquartered in Madison, North Carolina, Remington is a leader in the production of ammunition, shotguns, and rifles.

“We are tremendously honored to have Remington, an iconic American brand for over 200 years, as a partner,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Vintage racers appreciate sportsmanship and leadership and everyone I have spoken with agrees there is a lot of synergy between the Remington and SVRA brands.”

Two-Time Indy 500 Champ Was The First SVRA Pro-Am Winner

Southlake, TX (September 12, 2019) – Indy car champion Al Unser, Jr. announced today that he is entering Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at Virginia International Raceway (VIR). Unser, who has always run at the front in previous VROC Charity Pro-Am races, joins a stellar field of legendary drivers reminiscent of the original IROC series. Many in the VROC field competed in IROC, including Unser and Bobby Labonte, both of whom became champions of that iconic series. The September 21 VROC Charity Pro-Am at VIR is the final event in the series and will decide the VROC B Production (BP) and A Production (AP) championships.

“I am delighted to race once again in the VROC. It’s great competition and I have nothing but respect the SVRA drivers,” Unser said. “I want to thank Mike Harding and George Steinbrenner for giving me the time off from their Indy car team to do what they know I love best – race cars. The VIR course is particularly challenging and I look forward to having another crack at it because I never got completely comfortable last year.”

Stars of Indy Car, Top-Tier Sports Car Racing Are Expected to Charge To The Front

Southlake, TX (September 10, 2019) – Two champions of the Le Mans 24 Hours, Davy Jones and Geoff Brabham, have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at Virginia International Raceway. The September 21 Charity Pro-Am is the deciding round of the VROC series and both legendary drivers feel they have unfinished business. Jones is the points leader in the chase for the B Production (BP) championship and Brabham looked like a sure winner last month at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway round of the series before mechanical maladies with his A Production (AP) Corvette dashed his chances.

“With due respect to all the epic sports car races in the world, I think everyone agrees that winning overall at Le Mans is the pinnacle of achievement,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “To think we have not one, but two great drivers who have scaled that mountain is an honor to our series. I know that Davy is determined to take the B Production championship and Geoff feels the racing gods owe him one after coming so close at Indy.”

VROC Expands To Four Races, SVRA And Trans Am Share Tracks On Ten Weekends

Southlake, TX (September 17, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced a 14-race schedule for 2020 that affirms the success of its “SpeedTour” brand introduced earlier this year. The synergies of SVRA vintage racing, Trans Am, IGT contemporary sports cars, and the popular Vintage Race Of Champions (VROC) featuring legendary drivers have generated growth in sponsorship, membership, and event attendance.

“We are on the right trajectory with the SpeedTour national platform and the businesses it represents,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “By combining Trans Am and IGT with over 100 years of historic racing machines we are meeting a market demand from motorsports fans for diversity of design and engine sounds. Our high net worth demographic in our paddocks is very appealing to sponsors. I am particularly proud to see the enthusiasm for our VROC series, which will expand with the addition of the race at COTA in 2020.”

Former Truck Series Champions Join Three Other NASCAR Legends   

Southlake, TX (August 29, 2019) – Two NASCAR champions – Todd Bodine and Johnny Benson – have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at Virginia International Raceway. The September 21 Charity Pro-Am is the deciding round of the VROC series. Previously announced NASCAR stars entering the race are Bobby Labonte, Mike Skinner, and Wally Dallenbach, Jr.

“Both of these two champions first raced with SVRA last year at VIR,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “They also joined us in our Charity Pro-Am earlier this month at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. They are terrific race car drivers and we are honored to have them racing with us.”

World's Most Valuable Mustang, Steve McQueen's "Bullitt" Movie Car, to Headline Pennzoil AutoFair before Selling at Auction
-- For Immediate Release -- CONCORD, N.C. (Aug. 27, 2019) – By all accounts, the once-lost Ford Mustang that action star Steve McQueen drove in the 1968 film "Bullitt" is about to become the most valuable Mustang ever to change owners. Before the iconic green fastback makes its short drive across the auction block (and possibly goes back into hiding), car buffs and movie nuts will have a chance to see it up close during Charlotte Motor Speedway's Oct. 17-19 Pennzoil AutoFair.

Hall-Of-Fame Drivers Will Contend For Both AP and BP Class SVRA Trophies

Southlake, TX (August 22, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced six top contenders for its Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch championship have filed entries for the next race at Virginia International Raceway. All are in the hunt for either the A Production or B Production championships. Willy T. Ribbs and Boris Said, fresh off their stirring VROC victories at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway last month, appear to be the drivers to beat in AP and BP, respectively. 

NASCAR’s Bobby Labonte and Mike Skinner, also favorites in AP, have filed entries. Expect Wally Dallenbach, Jr. and Mark Dismore, both top contenders for the BP championship, to run at the front in the decisive VIR contest.

Indianapolis (August 4, 2019) – Driver Lyn St. James, who was injured in a crash during Saturday’s Vintage Race of Champions Charity Pro-Am at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was discharged from IU Health Methodist Hospital today. 

Indianapolis (August 3, 2019) – Willy T. Ribbs and Boris Said came away the big winners in the Vintage Race of Champions (VROC ) presented by Chopard Watch today at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). Ribbs picked off the overall win in his Duntov-prepared 1969 Corvette A Production racer. It was his first Sportscar Vintage Racing Association pro-am win after seven tries. Said, the winner in B Production with Jim Caudle’s 1969 Corvette, now has a perfect record in VROC Charity Pro-Am races, having won in his only other appearance at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) last year.

Ribbs and his amateur teammate Ed Sevadjian ran at the front all day long, swapping the lead with the Legendary Motor Car 1969 Corvette of Peter Klutt and Geoff Brabham. Klutt led from the start, but was eclipsed by Sevadjian just before both cars headed to the pits for their mandatory five-minute stop for driver change. The black Duntov entry continued at the front for several laps with Ribbs at the wheel. After a dozen laps, Brabham found a shorter way around turn one and made the pass for the lead.

Hall-Of-Fame Field Ready For VROC Charity Pro-Am Presented By Chopard Watch    

Southlake, TX (August 1, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that with the entries of Tom Bagley, John Martin, and Tyce Carlson the field is set for the Vintage Race of Champions Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch. The race will take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday.

“John, Tom, Tyce are three accomplished drivers who proved themselves in Indy car with modest resources,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “They join a stellar field that includes and champions from a variety of series, including Indy car, NASCAR, Trans Am and short track racing.”

Former INDYCAR Corporate Officer Brings Wealth Of Experience To New Role

Indianapolis, IN (August X, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Matt Breeden, who has held executive positions in motorsports companies for over 15 years, has joined the company as its president. 

“Matt has demonstrated tremendous skill in previous corporate officer roles at premier motorsports companies such INDYCAR and Champ Car,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “The growth of SVRA has exceeded our expectations and I realized I needed a top talent like Matt to manage and grow the business. With his experience, I can focus on sponsorship development, customer relationships, and strategic initiatives such as our new Speed Tour brand and relationship with Trans Am.”

Renowned Road Racers Expected To Gun For The Top Step

Southlake, TX (July 30, 2019) – Two NASCAR veterans well known for road racing accomplishments – Wally Dallenbach, Jr. and Boris Said – have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). The VROC Pro-Am race, coming this Saturday, is part of the sixth SVRA Brickyard Invitational, now a classic on the American vintage racing calendar.

“Wally and Boris are great friends to SVRA,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Look for them to run up front. Boris was the overall winner at our charity pro-am last September at Virginia International Raceway (VIR).”

Former Truck Series Champions Add More NASCAR Muscle To VROC Field   

Southlake, TX (July 25, 2019) – Two NASCAR champions – Todd Bodine and Johnny Benson – have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). With the previously announced Mike Skinner, the two bring the number of former NASCAR Truck Series Champions to a total of three. Benson is one of only three Truck champions to also win the Xfinity series, bringing home that trophy in 1995. The VROC Pro-Am August 3 race is part of the sixth SVRA Brickyard Invitational, now a classic on the American vintage racing calendar.

“These two champions bring a lot of NASCAR muscle to our VROC field, and we are honored to have them,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “We’ve already announced Mike Skinner and, more recently, Bobby Labonte. Stay tuned, we have a stellar field lining up with us.”

Popular Dick Simon Named Grand Marshal For IMS Weekend

Southlake, TX (July 23, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that two of the most popular names of Indianapolis 500 lore have announced plans to be on hand at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) for the Brickyard Invitational – one as a driver, the other in an officiating capacity. Lyn St. James will drive in SVRA’s Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch, while Dick Simon will be Grand Marshal for the Brickyard Invitational, August 3 and 4.

“Whenever I am around Lyn and Dick at the Speedway, I see how excited fans are to see them, talk to them, and get an autograph or a selfie,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Dick’s racing career dates back 50 years to 1969 and through all that time he earned great praise assisting and mentoring young drivers. That list of drivers included some big names like Arie Luyendyk, and, of course, Lyn St. James.”

 NASCAR Cup Champion To Make Second VROC Start 

Southlake, TX (July 18, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Bobby Labonte, one of the biggest names in the annals of NASCAR history, has entered the Vintage Race of Champions Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch. The race will take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on August 3.

“Bobby has become a good friend to our sport,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “He’s still an active race driver in the NASCAR Whelen Series, and, of course, has TV and various other commitments, so I am honored that he makes the time to race with us for charity. I like to believe it underscores just how quickly our VROC Charity Pro-Am series is ascending.”

Versatile Driver Enjoyed Tremendous Success At The Indy 500    

Southlake, TX (July 16, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Roberto Guerrero, a major force at the Indianapolis 500 in the 1980s and 90s has entered the Vintage Race of Champions Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch. The race will take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on August 3.

“Roberto is no stranger to our events as he, along with Davy Jones, is a big part of Jaguar’s sponsorship of our series. Still, it’s special when he actually competes wheel-to-wheel in a race this important,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Roberto’s career speaks for itself with remarkable accomplishments in Indy car as well as the opportunity to race in the elite Formula One World Championship as well as the original IROC series.”

Hamilton, Parsons, Kite, Beechler Return To SVRA Racing    

Southlake, TX (July 11, 2019) – The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that four short track stars will again compete at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during SVRA’s Brickyard Invitational, the first weekend of August. Davey Hamilton, Johnny Parsons Jr., Jimmy Kite, and Donnie Beechler – all veterans of the Indianapolis 500 - will be on the gird for the Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch.

“These four short track racers have my unqualified respect,” said SVRA President & CEO Tony Parella.  “As a young man, I raced at dirt tracks like Weedsport, Rolling Wheels, and Canandaigua Speedway. Short track racers have a deserved reputation for car control and driving with the throttle. Heck, Jimmy is our defending champion of this race for A Production. All of these men have a special place in my heart.”

Both Are Accomplished Indy Car Drivers And Classic 24-Hour Race Champions    

Southlake, TX (July 9, 2019) – Two stars of sports car and the Indianapolis 500 – Davy Jones and Mark Dismore – have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). Previous entries to the August 3 race include Johnny Rutherford, Willy T. Ribbs, Mike Skinner, and Geoff Brabham.

“Davy and Mark are top-level champions, really amazing talents,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Our VROC championship series continues to grow and the caliber of legendary drivers entering our charity pro-am races is evidence of that. 

Dismore and Jones were both selected to compete in the elite IROC series twice. They join a growing list of former IROC drivers entering the VROC series. Others already entered are Rutherford and Brabham. More are expected in the coming weeks. Jones and Brabham are both former overall winners in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Points Leaders Skinner, Papis, Brabham, And Ribbs Ready For Brickyard Invitational  

Southlake, TX (July 2, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced the top four contenders for its Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am presented by Chopard Watch championship have filed entries for the next race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mike Skinner and Max Papis won the A Production and B Production class races respectively at the first race of the season at Road Atlanta in March. Geoff Brabham and Willy T. Ribbs, who scored podium finishes at Road Atlanta, are also in the running for Chopard luxury watches that will be awarded to series champions at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) in September.  The Brickyard Invitational has a new date for 2019, open to the public on August 3 & 4.

“The VROC presented by Chopard Watch is compelling competition, and is exceeding our expectations,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “It’s exciting to see legendary drivers serious about vying for our championship.”

Three-Time Indy 500 Champ Set for Return To Racing in SVRA’s Pro-Am  

Southlake, TX (June 26, 2019) – The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Johnny Rutherford has entered the second round of its 2019 Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am championship series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Brickyard Invitational has a new date for 2019, August 1-4.

“All of us at SVRA are honored to have Johnny, who I regard as one of the greatest open-wheel drivers ever to put on a helmet, return to wheel-to-wheel competition at our VROC race at Indy,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Indianapolis is where he built his hall-of-fame stature, so I can think of no greater venue for him to have another go at racing. I’m honored.”

“Tony and I have been talking on and off for probably four years about me returning to racing with SVRA,” said Rutherford. “More than anything I’m really looking forward to mingling with fans, the SVRA drivers and owners, and just seeing all the great cars. The camaraderie and relaxed atmosphere of vintage racing suit me just fine.”

Longtime NASCAR Executive Offers Wealth of Experience and Industry Knowledge

Southlake, TX (June 20, 2019) – Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), owner of the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, today announced that highly-regarded NASCAR veteran Jim Cassidy has joined its board of directors.

“I am very excited to have Jim join our board,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “His experience at the highest levels of American motorsports will be invaluable in helping guide us well into the future.”

Hawai‘i-Made Spirit Aims to Enhance Race Fan’s Experience

Southlake, TX (June 4, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Ocean Organic Vodka has joined the line-up of high-end consumer brands on its roster. The top-selling Hawaiian vodka brand is distributed throughout the United States and around the globe with award-winning taste made from organic sugar cane and blended with deep ocean mineral water. It is crafted as a celebratory tribute to the element that provides life for our planet.

“I am extremely impressed by Ocean Organic Vodka’s unique market positioning,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella, “…and am proud to highlight this outstanding brand among our motorsports community. They have taken a leadership position through innovation and the determination to produce the best vodka in the world. This mirrors the sentiment within our extended family of having passion for life and appreciation for the finest quality in every aspect of living.”

Luxury Timepiece Now Coveted Recognition For VROC Champions

Southlake, TX (May 30, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Chopard, the Swiss artisan of luxury timepieces, is now the “Official Watch of SVRA.” Chopard celebrates the precious moments of accomplished men and women around the world and is a highly appropriate recognition for SVRA’s growing Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) charity pro-am series that includes noteworthy drivers such as Mike Skinner, Geoff Brabham, and Willy T. Ribbs. The watch will also be available for purchase for SVRA members.

“We are tremendously honored to have the exceptional Chopard global brand as a partner,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Luxury timepieces have long been associated with motorsports achievement and we think it is a wonderful and meaningful prize for the four professional and amateur champions in the VROC championship. We also will have some set aside to honor others excelling in other aspects of SVRA.”

Ultimate Garage And Condo Facility Is Ideal Home For Collector Cars And More

Southlake, TX (May 16, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Monterey Motorsport Park, a state-of-the-art condo-garage community has become its latest premium brand sponsor. SVRA’s national platform through its schedule of racing weekends at all the top facilities across America, and its extensive network of thousands of car owners and drivers allows Monterey Motorsport Park to exponentially expand their reach in presenting their value proposition.

“Where could you find a better cultural fit for an SVRA partner than Monterey Motorsports Park?” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Monterey is easily one of the most revered capitals of American sports car racing. We are honored to have this relationship and it is very appropriate in a year where we are excited to have WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on our calendar.”

 Field Of 28 Drivers Set For SVRA’s March 30 Charity Pro-Am Presented By RACER Magazine

Southlake, TX (March 28, 2019) – Dorsey Schroeder’s entry today in Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am Presented By RACER Magazine at Road Atlanta sets the field for this Saturday’s event.  The addition of Schroeder further strengthens a stout roster of champions that also includes Al Unser, Jr., Geoff Brabham, Davy Jones, Mike Skinner, Greg Biffle, and Willy T. Ribbs. Twenty-eight professional and amateur drivers will begin a six-month chase for the VROC series points championship. VROC charity pro-am races are also planned for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August, and Virginia International Raceway (VIR) in September. At stake are championship trophies for both amateur and professional racers.

“All of us at SVRA are thrilled to get this unique VROC series celebrating great champions and helping charity underway,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “It’s always an honor to work with and develop friendships among true legends, but what is truly special is to assist such great charities as Hope For the Warriors (HFTW) in their good works.”

Drivers Demonstrate Diversity In Field Of Legends At Road Atlanta

Southlake, TX (March 26, 2019) – Chris Dyson and Johnny Parsons Jr., two racers who earned their greatest career laurels in different disciplines of auto racing, have filed entries Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am Presented by RACER Magazine at Road Atlanta on March 29 and 30.  Parsons, a hall-of-fame short track star, and Dyson, an IMSA sports car champion, will square off against a stout field that includes Al Unser, Jr., Geoff Brabham, Davy Jones, Mike Skinner, Greg Biffle and Willy T. Ribbs.

“As I thought about invitations to this race, I wanted to emulate the original IROC with its interdisciplinary field. Johnny and Chris deliver exactly that,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Both have short track experience and that speaks to my heart, because I got my start on ovals. Also, Chris is a road racing champion and is currently one of the big names in the Trans Am portion of our 2019 Speed Tour, and we’re honored to have him racing in SVRA as well.”

Winners To Spray Glenora Wine Cellars Brut Sparkling Wine From SVRA Podiums

SOUTHLAKE, Tex. (March 21, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Glenora Wine Cellars has become the “official sparkling wine” of SVRA.  The first winery on the shore of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York, the widely acclaimed wine cellar and inn are nestled in a bucolic setting within shouting distance of the world-famous and historic Watkins Glen International Speedway and has a longstanding tradition of producing high-quality sparkling wines.

Both NASCAR Champions Add Luster To Stellar Field Of Racing Legends  

Southlake, TX (March 19, 2019) – NASCAR champions Mike Skinner and Greg Biffle have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Road Atlanta on March 29 and 30.  The two join an IROC-worthy field of racing legends that includes Al Unser, Jr., Geoff Brabham, Davy Jones, and Willy T. Ribbs. Other VROC series charity pro-am races are planned for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August, and Virginia International Raceway (VIR) in September. At stake are two points championship trophies – one for both an amateur and a professional racer.

“Atlanta is in the heart of NASCAR country, so it is extra special to have two champions of that sport like Greg and Mike racing with us,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “Mike is becoming an SVRA regular, especially in Group 10 with his race-winning truck, and Greg had a great race at our VIR Pro-Am last September. I think that really opened his eyes to what tremendous racing we have at SVRA.”

Avis Brings Its Industry-Leading Mobility Solutions to SVRA

SOUTHLAKE, Tex. (March 13, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Avis, a worldwide leader in mobility, is now the official car rental company of SVRA. Avis is redefining the rental car industry with advancements such as its Avis mobile app, connected cars, and cloud-based next-generation platform.

The company’s vision is a world where mobility is completely connected, integrated and on-demand. The goal is to enable customers to enjoy more productivity and less hassle through personalized, connected and streamlined transportation options.

Both Are Accomplished Indy Car Drivers And Classic 24-Hour Race Champions  

Southlake, TX (March 7, 2018) – Two more accomplished champions of sports car and Indy car racing – Davy Jones and Mark Dismore – have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Road Atlanta on March 29 and 30.  Other VROC Series races are planned for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August, and Virginia International Raceway in September. Plans call for two points championship trophies to be awarded – one for both an amateur and a professional racer.

“Davy and Mark are top-level champions, really amazing talents,” said SVRA President and CEO Tony Parella. “The accomplishments of the drivers racing with us in VROC make me feel like we are pulling together a new International Race of Champions (IROC) field. It’s that good.”

Masters Of Road Racing Grow A Field Worthy Of The Original IROC Series

Southlake, TX (February 19, 2018) – Legendary road racers Geoff Brabham, Ron Fellows, and Wally Dallenbach are the latest entries in Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) Charity Pro-Am at Road Atlanta on March 29 and 30.  Other VROC Series races are planned for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August, and Virginia International Raceway in September.

“No matter how many Charity Pro-Am races we organize, I still pinch myself when I think of the heroes who come race with us. All of us at SVRA are honored,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “Today we have joining us terrific drivers with amazing credentials. We’re talking overall wins in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Daytona 24 Hours, and the 12 Hours of Sebring. They have IROC experience, Trans Am championships, and dozens of major sports car victories. That doesn’t even do them justice because the list of their collective accomplishments is flat-out amazing.”

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SVRA’s Charity Pro-Am Series A Battle Of Titans In The Mold Of Original IROC

Southlake, TX (February 14, 2018) – Al Unser, Jr., Willy T. Ribbs, Davey Hamilton, Lyn St. James and Max Papis have filed entries for Sportscar Vintage Racing Association’s (SVRA) first-ever Vintage Race of Champions (VROC) at Road Atlanta on March 29 and 30.  VROC builds on the success of the SVRA Charity Pro-Am races that began at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2014. Other VROC Series races are planned for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August, and Virginia International Raceway in September. Plans call for two points championship trophies to be awarded – one for both an amateur and a professional racer.

These first entries set up a classic inter-disciplinary battle of titans reminiscent of the venerated original IROC series. SVRA officials report that champions from other fields, such as the various levels of NASCAR and sports car racing, will inevitably enter as well.

Agreement Ensures Easy Access To Paddock Essentials For Teams, Sponsors

Southlake, TX (February 7, 2019) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that Over Kill Motorsports is now the official paddock supplier of SVRA. The company is a leading provider to the motorsports community offering the latest and best in motorsports products.

“SVRA takes a lot of pride in partnering with world-class companies as our sponsors, and Over Kill is a fantastic example,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “We also like connecting our car owners with excellent vendors who have what they need when they need it.”

Agreement Strengthens SVRA Relationship With NASCAR Legend Ray Evernham

Southlake, TX (November 28, 2018) – The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) today announced that JRi Shocks is now the official shock absorber of SVRA. The company was recently acquired by NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief and SVRA competitor Ray Evernham. 

“Bringing JRi on board with us is extra special not just because they are a great, well-established company, but also it’s another opportunity to work with Ray,” said SVRA CEO Tony Parella. “He is a car set-up genius and is an expert in damper technology.  We want to be a part of his progress as he takes JRi to new heights of success.”