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SS – BOS – Column – November – 2019
This month, we will take a look going private transactions by the publically traded track operators. October 2019 will be recognized as a landmark in the business of motorsports. Both International Speedway Corporation and Speedway Motorsports will no longer exist as publically traded entities. International Speedway Corporation and Nascar announced their intention to merge late […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – October – 2019
This month, we will take a look at employment in the motorsports industry. Racing is typically looked at from the competition perspective. How fast can they go, what does it take to get there with the ultimate goal of taking the checkered flag. It takes many people to get there. Most of the discussion centers […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – September 2019
This month, we will take a look at the motorsports industry from a race track perspective. Each week fans travel to tracks to watch all forms of racing. These venues serve as the gathering place for both camaraderie and competition. The majority of racing takes place on the grassroots level. Millions cheer their favorite drivers […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – August 2019
This month, as SPEED SPORT celebrates it 85th anniversary, we will take a look at the value of legacy and heritage in sport from a financial perspective. Motorsports is a passion that provides pleasure to many people. Collecting memorabilia is a popular pastime, and races tend to provide a steady supply of damaged gear. There […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – July 2019
This month, we examine costs and trends to attend major sporting events. One of the main considerations of sports fans is the cost to attend a sporting event. During this time of increased viewing options and the competition for a person’s time, money is the one constant metric. The game must be worthy of a […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – June 2019
Business of Speed The Money Behind the Motorsports Industry By: Tim Frost Date: June 1, 2019 This month, we will take a look at the financial and operational performance of the largest public companies in the motorsports sector. International Speedway Corporation – (ISCA): For 2018, International Speedway Corporation posted revenues of $673.2 million, an increase […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – May 2019
Business of Speed The Money Behind the Motorsports Industry By: Tim Frost Date: May 1, 2019 There is a familiar refrain that sports and politics should not mix. Many feel that government should stay out of the sports business and allow fans to enjoy the field of play without the outside distractions of everyday life. […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – April 2019
Business of Speed The Money Behind the Motorsports Industry By: Tim Frost Date: April 1, 2019 We know how hard motorsports professionals work at the track, but this month we will examine the off-track business activities of motorsports industry professionals. Life as a driver, crew chief, and team owner can be a lucrative endeavor. However, […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – March 2019
Business of Speed The Money Behind the Motorsports Industry By: Tim Frost Date: March 1, 2019 The media landscape surrounding the motorsports industry continues to evolve. As the racing season gets underway there is anticipation about the future and the challenges ahead. The rapid development of technology is no longer limited to competition on the […]
Read More »SS – BOS – Column – February 2019
Business of Speed The Money Behind the Motorsports Industry By: Tim Frost Date: February 1, 2019 Sports tourism is a significant business that contributes a great deal to the motorsports industry. This month, we will look at the business of sports tourism and how motorsports contributes to the bottom line. The annual trek south for […]
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