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K1 Speed Expands Footprint in Florida, Opens Indoor Kart Racing Center in Tampa Bay

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- K1 Speed, the world's largest indoor go kart racing operator, is excited to announce the opening of its sixth location in Florida - introducing K1 Speed Tampa Bay!

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- K1 Speed, the world's largest indoor go kart racing operator, is excited to announce the opening of its sixth location in Florida - introducing K1 Speed Tampa Bay!
  • This newest location opens as a result of K1 Speed's acquisition of the existing Tampa Bay Grand Prix center that has operated in the city since 2013.
  • The center's two large private event rooms means that K1 Speed Tampa Bay is well-positioned for the influx of corporate events from Tampa's many local businesses.
  • K1 Speed Tampa Bay is now open seven days a week at 3404 Cragmont Drive in Tampa.

Toyota GR Cup Leverages Cutting-Edge Digital Trophies to Enhance Driver and Fan Engagement

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Gazoo Racing North America's GR Cup Series is going high-tech to deepen ties between drivers and fans.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Gazoo Racing North America's GR Cup Series is going high-tech to deepen ties between drivers and fans.
  • Leveraging the expertise of software and data services company Toyota Connected North America (TCNA), the GR Cup Series has created personalized digital trophies via polygon blockchain that display driver statistics, podium finishes, finishing position and lap times in a sharable package that updates after every race weekend.
  • "Blockchain helps us keep a permanent digital record of drivers' achievements that they can share with their friends, family and fans.
  • More information about the GR Cup can be found at GR Cup | Toyota.com.

Equitus Corporation and Glickenhaus Racing Renew their Partnership for 2023.

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

CLEARWATER, Fla., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equitus Corporation, a Florida-based employee-owned tech firm known for its advanced graph data fabric analytics intelligence platform, continues its commitment to innovation by renewing its partnership with Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Racing for 2023.

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equitus Corporation, a Florida-based employee-owned tech firm known for its advanced graph data fabric analytics intelligence platform, continues its commitment to innovation by renewing its partnership with Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Racing for 2023.
  • Equitus technology provides an analytic edge for Glickenhaus, an American automotive company with a focus on developing and building high performance cars.
  • The partnership between Equitus and Glickenhaus was created from a mutual drive for harnessing the highest technology and enhancing operations for improved performance.
  • Equitus is looking forward to supporting Glickenhaus as they compete again in the WEC after last year's success.

Announcing the return of the Porsche Esports Sprint Challenge Canada in 2023

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Toronto, ON, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Canada announces the fourth edition of its Esports Sprint Challenge one-make series in 2023, which offers sim racers the opportunity to compete virtually on the iRacing.com platform to win prizes including getting behind the wheel of a real-life Porsche on track.

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  • Toronto, ON, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Canada announces the fourth edition of its Esports Sprint Challenge one-make series in 2023, which offers sim racers the opportunity to compete virtually on the iRacing.com platform to win prizes including getting behind the wheel of a real-life Porsche on track.
  • This season will see the involvement of all Porsche Centres across Canada, each represented by a team of two drivers.
  • Notable Porsche partners will join the virtual series with awareness on the virtual cars and prize inclusions again this year.
  • “The Porsche Esports Sprint Challenge Canada aptly brings Porsche one-make racing to the digital realm for enthusiasts of all ages to engage in motorsport from the comfort of their homes," said John Cappella, President and CEO, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. “We are especially delighted to have the Porsche Centre Teams competing this season, heightening the on-track enthusiasm.

Stars ready to respect the Sebring bumps

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

With a full field of 40 cars, the complete roster for the 500 Mile-event (approximately 4 hours) can be found HERE .

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  • With a full field of 40 cars, the complete roster for the 500 Mile-event (approximately 4 hours) can be found HERE .
  • There is all to play for in each of the two categories and endurance esports laurels at stake together with the US$ 250 000 prize pool.
  • The race takes place on the technically tricky and virtually bumpy Sebring International Raceway, and full, uninterrupted coverage will begin from 12:30 pm (GMT / 7:30 am ET) on Saturday, December 3.
  • It is possible that the information we post on our websites, social media and blogs could be deemed to be material information.

Skechers Expands Sponsorship With Team WRT in Second Year of High-Speed Deal

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220317005333/en/
    Global footwear brand Skechers seen on GT series car #46 as part of an expanded sponsorship with Team WRT.
  • In addition to the extensive branding on each car, the Skechers logo will also appear on driver racing overalls and the drivers will wear Skechers off-track.
  • While our business is racing, most of the team are on our feet so we all appreciate that innovative comfort that Skechers does best.
  • These include patented Skechers Arch Fit Technology along with Skechers Max Cushioning Technology, Skechers Hyper Burst Technology, Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam, Skechers Relaxed Fit Technology and Skechers Stretch Fit Technology, among many others.

Season starts at Sebring for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

It returns to action for the six-race 2022 WEC season with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing determined to retain those crowns.

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  • It returns to action for the six-race 2022 WEC season with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing determined to retain those crowns.
  • As well as adjustments to the car for the new season, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing also benefits from a revised management structure.
  • Kazuki Nakajima began his role of Vice Chairman at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe, the operational base of the WEC team, in January following his retirement as a race driver.
  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing welcomes Fujitsu and JFE Steel, and extends its sincere thanks to all partners whose loyalty is vital to its success in WEC.

CUBE 3 Architects Sponsors 16-Year-Old Phenom Race Car Driver, Evan Slater, in His Professional Debut

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

CUBE 3 founder Nik Middleton has been keeping a close eye on Evan since they met in the spring of 2019.

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  • CUBE 3 founder Nik Middleton has been keeping a close eye on Evan since they met in the spring of 2019.
  • Since 2017, Evan has been developing his skills and expanding his vision, winning the respect of professional race drivers and crews around the country.
  • Mike Skeen, Professional Race Driver remarked, "Evan is clearly a very quick driver, but he is also mature and respectful beyond his age.
  • And finally, Marc Miller, Professional Race Driver, had this to say about Evan: "Evan's approach was that of a veteran and very methodical.

IFBC Dino Luzzi Energy Drink in the Racing World

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Monday, February 14, 2022

Dino Luzzi Energy Drink racing team has started in collaboration with Alan Cohen!

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  • Dino Luzzi Energy Drink racing team has started in collaboration with Alan Cohen!
  • With over 400 entries our energy drink once again had spectators, drivers and mechanics raving about our energy drink with incredible feedback on our product.
  • Our Dino Luzzi booth will be at all of the seasons races promoting our energy drink.
  • The Dino Luzzi energy drink has, in my opinion, the right balance and best taste of any energy drink I have had.

Mazda Motorsports, Sponsored by Idemitsu, Finish an Impressive Second at Sebring

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

55 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P DPi, sponsored by Idemitsu Lubricants America (ILA), took a hard-fought second place overall finish at the 69th Twelve Hours of Sebring on Saturday.

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  • 55 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P DPi, sponsored by Idemitsu Lubricants America (ILA), took a hard-fought second place overall finish at the 69th Twelve Hours of Sebring on Saturday.
  • Drivers Harry Tincknell, Oliver Jarvis and Jonathan Bomarito earned valuable points in this race, the second event of the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup Series, on the iconic 3.74-mile Sebring International Raceway.
  • At the finish, the Mazda was a mere 1.435 seconds off the pace.
  • Another great race at Sebring for the 55 coming home P2, said Tincknell after the race.