By Katie Suddard
Aug 8, 2014
General Racing Ltd., founded by Steve Earle, has merged with Sportscar Vintage Racing Association. Tony Parella will continue acting as the CEO of SVRA while this merger will have Earle acting as an advisor to the SVRA. Earle will also focus on the SVRA’s Gold Medallion Program, a program intended to identify and reward owners who prepare their vintage race cars “as originally raced.”
“I am thrilled to have Steve Earle join our team,” said Parella, “Steve shares our vision and focus on developing national vintage racing. He has shown himself to be an extraordinary leader throughout his career, and has a proven track record in identifying, encouraging and celebrating authentically-prepared cars. His view of vintage racing cars and events is a perfect match for the goals of SVRA.”
“I am excited to join the SVRA team,” said Earle, “I have been involved in vintage racing at all levels for over 40 years. I look forward to lending my experience and knowledge to help and support the growth of SVRA through the Gold Medallion Program, which will benefit the individual vintage racer, and the community as a whole.
“There is a recognized need for car period-authenticity and preparation as well as events that embrace it,” added Earle. “I’ve been impressed with Tony Parella’s vision and determination to open the doors for those who share similar interests in the historic significance of the cars they and their competitors enjoy owning and racing.”
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