{"id":101994,"date":"2025-08-19T13:44:17","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T13:44:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/start-your-engines-mario-andretti-to-kick-off-2025-pri-show\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T13:44:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T13:44:17","slug":"start-your-engines-mario-andretti-to-kick-off-2025-pri-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/start-your-engines-mario-andretti-to-kick-off-2025-pri-show\/","title":{"rendered":"Start Your Engines: Mario Andretti to Kick Off 2025 PRI Show"},"content":{"rendered":"

Motorsports icon Mario Andretti will be the featured guest at the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show Grand Opening Breakfast, a time-honored tradition that officially kicks off the world\u2019s largest gathering of motorsports professionals. The breakfast takes place Thursday, Dec. 11, at the Indiana Convention Center.<\/p>\n

The PRI Show is the ultimate marketplace for motorsports innovation, featuring more than 1,000 exhibiting companies and tens of thousands of attendees from across the globe. From manufacturers and builders to track operators and race teams, the show is a hub for dealmaking, discovery, and community.<\/p>\n

Andretti will join motorsports broadcaster Ralph Sheheen for a candid Q&A session that promises to inspire and energize the industry. Andretti\u2019s attendance is made possible by The MagnaFlow Group.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Grand Opening Breakfast is more than a welcome, it\u2019s our launchpad,\u201d said PRI President Michael Good. \u201cMario is not only one of the most iconic and accomplished drivers in motorsports history, but he also embodies the passion, innovation, and competitive spirit that our industry thrives on. His story will inspire everyone in the room as we kick off the PRI Show.\u201d<\/p>\n

Andretti\u2019s career is a masterclass in excellence, versatility, and longevity. From winning the Formula One World Championship in 1978 and the IndyCar National Championship four times, to capturing victories at the Indianapolis 500, Daytona 500, the 12 Hours of Sebring and the 24 Hours of LeMans, his name is etched into the history of nearly every major motorsports discipline. Beyond the track, he has translated his competitive spirit into thriving business ventures that continue to engage fans and fuel the racing community.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve spent my life chasing speed and pushing boundaries,\u201d said Andretti. \u201cThe PRI Show is where the future of racing is shaped, and I\u2019m honored to help officially kick it off surrounded by the very heartbeat of the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

Racing fuels economic growth in communities nationwide, as highlighted by the recent PRI Motorsports Economic Impact Study. This groundbreaking report shows that the motorsports industry generates over $69.2 billion annually for the U.S. economy, sustains more than 318,000 jobs, and accounts for $22.1 billion in wages and benefits.<\/p>\n

The PRI Show is a catalyst for that continued growth, bringing together innovators, businesses, and industry leaders from across the motorsports landscape to drive collaboration, showcase breakthrough technologies, and reinforce the economic vitality of the sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cMario Andretti\u2019s journey mirrors the entrepreneurial spirit we see across the PRI Show floor, from startups to legacy brands,\u201d said PRI Show Director Karin Davidson. \u201cHis perspective connects with our community in a way that\u2019s deeply personal and professionally meaningful.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWith MagnaFlow\u2019s heritage in race exhaust and now Camburg\u2019s expertise in race suspension, The MagnaFlow Group is proud to have Mario represent us at PRI and speak to the racing community,\u201d said Richard Waitas, spokesperson for The MagnaFlow Group. \u201cHis legacy of performance and precision mirrors our commitment to empowering racers and builders at every level.\u201d<\/p>\n

Doors to the Grand Opening Breakfast open at 6:30 a.m., and the program begins at 7:30 a.m. The breakfast is free to all PRI attendees, but guests are advised to arrive early as seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n

The PRI Show draws attendees from all 50 states and around the globe, including race teams, retailers, engine builders, fabricators, media, and more. Early registration ensures attendees receive their credentials in advance\u2014starting in October\u2014saving time and avoiding lines at the Show.<\/p>\n

To register, book hotel accommodations, and learn more about the 2025 PRI Show, visit\u00a0PRI2025.com\/Attend<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This story was originally published on August 19, 2025. \"Drag<\/p>\n

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