Racing America has confirmed the sudden passing of Chief Operating Officer Michael Printup. "Michael was an icon in motorsports, a great partner and a friend, the company said in a statement. "His passion for racing and commitment to the industry made a lasting impact on the sport. He will be...

John Clagett (at left above, with Printup) departing after 31 years with the Trans Am SeriesNASCAR and Watkins Glen International veteran Michael Printup is assuming the role of chief operating officer of Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), overseeing the operations of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli and the Sportscar...

Parella Motorsports Holdings has announced that Michael Printup will join the company as the President of Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA). In his new role, he will oversee the day to day operations of one of the oldest and largest national vintage racing organizations in America. Printup brings nearly three...

«» Each summer, IMSA heads to Western New York for a race weekend at one of the oldest and most famous racetracks in the world: Watkins Glen International.In recent years, the Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen has been the first IMSA race to follow the famed 24 Hours of...

In an announcement made at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, Watkins Glen International confirmed Thursday that the Verizon IndyCar Series will return to the historic circuit in 2017 and beyond.Related StoriesThe news comes as IndyCar released its 2017 schedule.New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, Watkins Glen International President Michael...

Watkins Glen International announced that reserved grandstand tickets for today's Cheez-It 355 at The Glen NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race have sold out for the second consecutive year."We're excited to announce our second consecutive grandstand sellout," said WGI President Michael Printup. "This is a great testament to the passion and...

IndyCar fans fortunate enough to attend the historic 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 this Memorial Day weekend will have the opportunity to take advantage of a special offer put forth by Watkins Glen International.Any ticketholder for Sunday's race will be granted special pricing - $40 for General Admission tickets,...

For all the grief I’ve given USAC, CART, IRL. Champ Car and IndyCar through the past 47 years (and trust me most of it was well deserved), it’s not too often the folks that call the shots get a pat on the back. But what’s transpired in the past two...

Watkins Glen will officially host a Labor Day weekend race to replace the canceled Boston street race, IndyCar and track officials announced today. The event, set for Sept. 1-4, will include Indy Lights presented by Cooper Tires and the Verizon IndyCar series. Tickets will go on sale next week. "It’s...

In addition to an abundance of track activity, June 25-28 weekend packed with off-track events. The fan friendly atmosphere of the Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen weekend will remain true to form this June, as Watkins Glen International has announced an enhanced event schedule.In addition to on-track action from...