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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
SPARQ Brings AI Power to the Pavement at FuelFest Los Angeles
Official Partner to Deliver Live Demos, Free Devices & Next-Gen Car Conversations Special Appearances by Tyrese Gibson & Cody Walker and more Los Angeles, California--(Newsfile Corp. - June 3, 2025) - Performance meets personalization this summer as SPARQ, the AI-powered automotive ecosystem changing how drivers connect with their cars, partners with the 7th Annual FuelFest in Los Angeles on June 28 at the Fairplex (Pomona) for a high-octane day of speed, style and smart tech featuring over 600 Cars & Live action NHRA Drag Racing, Drifting, Fan Ride Alongs and Live Music. Following 6 years of record-setting shows in Los Angeles, FuelFest is hosted at their new location, the FAIRPLEX located at 1101 W McKinley Ave. in Pomona on Saturday, June 28. Gates for the event open to the public from 2-9pm. Admission tickets start at $35 per person and kids 12 and under are free. Visit for ticket information. Now in its 7th year of hosting events, FuelFest brings the passion of the automotive community to major cities across the globe from Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay area, Dallas, Salt Lake City, Tampa, West Palm Beach, Dallas, Atlanta, Arizona, Tokyo, London and Abu Dhabi. FuelFest blends the enthusiast's passion for the automotive world with appearances by Fast & Furious franchise stars, Tyrese Gibson, Cody Walker and a massive car show, live music, interactive sponsor exhibits, automotive culture, and more. FuelFest brings together fans of horsepower and high-performance builds, and SPARQ will be on-site to supercharge the experience. Attendees will get an up-close look at the revolutionary SPARQ Diagnostics device - a $499 game-changer that acts as a personal AI mechanic - and score exclusive access to fan activations, drifting experiences, giveaways and real-time demos. "FuelFest is where the future of car culture and the thrill of the track collide," said Daniel Nieh, co-founder at SPARQ. "SPARQ is built for every driver who wants to take control of their car's health and performance, and there's no better crowd to experience our technology than the passionate FuelFest community." SPARQ Diagnostics allows drivers to communicate directly with their vehicles via voice, text, image or sound - whether it's asking why a check engine light is on, snapping a pic of a dashboard warning, or uploading a strange engine noise to identify the problem. At FuelFest Los Angeles, attendees can expect: Free SPARQ Devices: SPARQ will be giving away complimentary devices on-site. No gimmicks, no strings attached. Interactive Fan Activations: Experience SPARQ in action through live demos, drifting experiences, car-to-driver conversations, and surprise-and-delight moments throughout the day. Meet the SPARQ Team: Talk tech, snap photos, and discover how SPARQ is bringing the future of diagnostics to your garage. The FuelFest partnership follows SPARQ's debut as the official AI automotive partner of the Los Angeles Auto Show, and its ongoing support of iconic car culture events like the goldRush Rally. Follow along @joinsparq on Instagram for live updates, content from the track, and details on how to win your own device. To learn more or purchase SPARQ Diagnostics, visit A portion of the event's proceeds from each FuelFest event benefit Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW), the non-profit charity founded by Paul Walker and continued by his brother, Cody Walker. Founded in 2010, the organization was created by the late actor and producer after a massive earthquake devastated Haiti with the inspiration to organize a relief team that responded to the disaster. ROWW's mission is to fill the gap between the availability of skilled resources in post-disaster situations. About SPARQ SPARQ is reimagining the relationship drivers have with their cars. The Irvine, Calif.-based startup's premier product, SPARQ Diagnostics, gives drivers the power of 50,000 vehicle codes and counting - the most to ever be available in a consumer device - and pairs it with AI personalization such as vehicle health score and identifying future services. SPARQ's mission is to give a voice, literally and figuratively, to the second-biggest investment people make in their lifetime, and to usher in a new era for a car servicing industry in desperate need of an upgrade. Media Contact:Dan MazeiAll Tangled Roots, for SPARQdan@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
USA Today
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals entry lists for Bristol Dragway
Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals entry lists for Bristol Dragway NHRA is heading to Tennessee for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, and the excitement is in the air. Several big names, such as Tony Stewart and Doug Kalitta, are poised to make some noise this weekend in the Top Fuel Dragster class. Last weekend, Brittany Force won the Top Fuel Dragster class, while JR Todd won the Funny Car class. This weekend is expected to be even crazier as the Bristol Dragway presents a fun challenge for the NHRA. It's one of the hardest race tracks the NHRA will tackle during the season. Below, you can find the NHRA Top Fuel Dragster and Funny Car entry lists for the Thunder Valley Nationals this weekend. Shop Bristol NHRA tickets NHRA Top Fuel Dragster entry list, Bristol No. 1 Antron Brown No. 2 Doug Kalitta No. 3 Justin Ashley No. 4 Shawn Langdon No. 5 Brittany Force No. 7 Steve Forrence No. 10 Shawn Reed No. 14 Tony Stewart No. 39 Ida Zetterstorm No. 51 Clay Millican No. 77 Josh Hart No. 182 Dan Mercier No. 421 Spencer Massey No. 758 Cameron Ferre No. 211X Cody Krohn NHRA Funny Car entry list, Bristol No. 1 Austin Prock No. 2 Jack Beckman No. 3 Robert Tasca III No. 7 Daniel Wilkerson No. 8 JR Todd No. 9 Chad Green No. 14 Matt Hagan No. 28 Ron Capps No. 71 Cruz Pedregon No. 139 Dave Richards No. 323 Buddy Hull No. 391 Spencer Hyde No. 771 Alexis DeJoria No. 4494 Hunter Green No. 8002 Julia Nataas Shop NHRA Bristol tickets
IOL News
27-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Stumbling block in Oude Molen plans
Tenants of Oude Molen Eco Village were given a boost when Heritage Western Cape (HWC) turned down a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) application by the provincial government which has proposed a mixed-used development on the site. Last Wednesday May 14, HWC made a decision that the HIA application by the provincial government did not meet the provisions of the National Heritage Resources Act (NHRA). Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HWC, Dr Michael Janse van Rensburg laid down some of the motivations for turning down the provincial government. According to HWC, the intangible heritage/living heritage has not been sufficiently investigated; there is insufficient information regarding the significance of the site in relation to the broader Two Rivers Urban Park (TRUP) heritage area; more detailed information is required pertaining to the massing of proposed buildings in order to make an accurate assessment of the impact on heritage resources. 'A revised HIA is to be submitted by the provincial government to HWC for further consideration,' says Dr Janse van Rensburg.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ron Capps Shares His Passion for Racing—and Hawaii
Ron Capps, one of the most recognized names in NHRA drag racing, has enjoyed a long and successful career fueled by speed, passion, and a strong connection to his sponsors and fans. A key part of that journey has been his relationship with NAPA Auto Parts, which has backed him for many years. 'NAPA has been with me through so many chapters of my racing life,' Capps says. 'They're more than a sponsor—they're family.' he told John Veneri in an interview on Living808. In 2021, Capps took a bold step and launched his own team, Ron Capps Motorsports. 'Starting my own team was a dream come true,' he shares. 'It's been a lot of work, but incredibly rewarding.' His website, details the team's accomplishments and the vision that drives them forward. Beyond the track, Capps has formed a deep bond with Hawaii. 'I've been coming to the islands for over a decade,' he says. 'Whether it's making appearances at NAPA stores or visiting local tracks, I've always felt the aloha spirit from fans here.' As for racing, Capps describes the thrill of hitting speeds over 330 mph as 'something you never quite get used to—it's an adrenaline rush every time.' Preparation is key, both mentally and physically. 'Staying focused, staying fit, and respecting the car—that's how you stay safe and competitive.' Looking ahead, Capps is focused on climbing the NHRA standings and adding more championships to his resume. 'I still have goals I want to chase, records to break. And I hope to keep sharing that journey with fans—especially in Hawaii.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull Wins People's Telly Award Gold
DALLAS, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In its inaugural season Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull introduced the wildly entertaining personalities of NHRA Funny Car drivers to a broader audience on the NHRA's FAST channel. The interview style show hosted by Funny Car driver Buddy Hull was recognized today as a People's Telly Gold Winner in the 46th annual Telly Awards. Since 1979, the NYC based Telly Awards have showcased excellence in video and television and winning this honor is a huge accomplishment for Werner G+E, the production company that produced all the Talkin' Funny Cars episodes. This year's winners include Pixar Animation Studios, Hearst Media, ESPN, LinkedIn, NATO, MTV Entertainment Studios, NASA, the LA Clippers (NBA), Sawhorse Productions, Telemundo and more. "Talkin' Funny Cars doesn't exist without Buddy Hull and his larger-than-life personality as well as all our amazing guests," said Elon Werner, president of Werner G+E, LLC. "Buddy brought out great stories and insights from every guest, Ron Capps, Cruz Pedregon, Dan Wilkerson, Paul Lee, Austin Prock, Matt Hagan, J.R. Todd, Jack Beckman and legendary Funny Car driver Billy Meyer. I also want to thank the NHRA community for supporting the show both by watching it all season and in voting for the People's Telly as well as everyone at the Telly Awards. We are excited about season two this year." Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull, the first television offering produced by Werner G+E LLC, debuted on the NHRA FAST Channel Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The interview-style program, hosted by NHRA professional Funny Car driver Buddy Hull was the latest original series added to the NHRA's 24/7 digital channel which is available on 13 platforms including the Roku Channel (USA & Canada), Tubi, Samsung TV Plus, Sling Freestream, and others. "Making this show with all my fellow Funny Car drivers was a blast," said Buddy Hull. "I learned a ton my rookie year on the track driving a Funny Car for Jim Dunn Racing. Off the track was also an amazing education and Talkin' Funny Cars was a big part of that. I can't thank all the drivers who joined the show to share their stories but also their support teams for helping us promote it and especially the NHRA for providing the platform to air the show. Huge thanks to Elon Werner, Warren Evans and Abby Werner-Woodward for producing the show. It was a great team effort." Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull is the brainchild of Werner G+E LLC president Elon Werner, who also owns a successful sports public relations company, Werner Communications, and is the creator of Drag Race Bracket Bonanza. Future shows are in the works all focused on bringing original and dynamic content to the NHRA FAST Channel. The opportunity to produce television shows featuring drivers, crew chiefs and NHRA personalities has intrigued Werner since the opportunity was first presented last year. "When the opportunity to create an original series was presented to me in early 2024, the creative wheels in my head just started spinning. I think there are endless storylines available for original content whether it is 30-minute personality driven shows or longer form documentaries and even scripted series," said Werner. "Our goal at Werner G+E will be to develop Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull with an eye on additional programming opportunities. We have several additional projects in the works for 2025 and beyond. Winning this People's Telly Award is really the cherry on top of a great first season." The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens. Winners are selected from local, regional and cable television commercials, with non-broadcast video and television programming added soon after the Telly Awards began. The award has evolved with the rise of digital video to include branded content, documentary, social media, immersive and more. The Telly Awards today celebrates the best work in the video medium in an exciting new era of the moving image on and offline. Over 13,000 entries from across the globe and top video and television content producers were eligible for Telly Awards in 2025. Previous winners have included AirBnB, Adobe, BET Networks, Bloomberg, CBS Interactive, Comcast, Conde Nast, ESPN, FleishmanHillard, Fox, Golden State Warriors, HBO, Hearst, Microsoft, MLB, NASA, National Geographic, NBC, Ogilvy and Mather, The History Channel, Time Warner, Paramount, Viacom, and WSJ. The full list of the 46th Annual Telly Awards winners can be found at About Werner Games + EntertainmentWerner Games + Entertainment is a turnkey production company operating in the drag racing space. Founded in 2024, Werner G+E is responsible for the development of Drag Race Bracket Bonanza, the first dynamic bracket competition for drag racing fans. It's first TV show Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull premiered on the NHRA's streaming channel in July 2024 and won a 2025 Gold People's Telly Award. Werner G+E strives to create content to better engage current drag racing fans and create new ones while also raising the profiles of current and former NHRA drivers, crew chiefs and NHRA personalities. Content plans include additional reality and interview series on NHRA's 24/7 digital channel, YouTube content, podcasts, books and a scripted TV series. Media contact: Elon Werner214-244-1184elon@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Werner G+E Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
