The Industry That Powers Our State
REPRESENTING THE INDUSTRY IN RALEIGH AND ACROSS NORTH CAROLINA
For more than two decades, the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) has proudly stood at the intersection of motorsports and public policy, championing the people, businesses, and traditions that make North Carolina the unquestioned home of American motorsports.
Through tireless advocacy, trusted relationships, and a deep understanding of the industry, NCMA has helped shape legislation, elevate awareness, and secure meaningful wins that continue to benefit motorsports across the state.
Putting Motorsports on the Map
NCMA commissioned the first-ever economic impact study of racing in North Carolina, a milestone moment that formally recognized motorsports as a powerful economic driver. That study helped tell the industry’s story in a new way, one rooted in jobs, innovation, and statewide economic value.
Creating a Permanent Voice in Raleigh
NCMA helped establish and sustain the North Carolina Motorsports Caucus, ensuring motorsports always has champions inside the General Assembly. Through industry events, facility tours, and hands-on education, lawmakers gained a genuine appreciation for the motorsports industry's business, safety, and workforce needs.
Advocacy Wins That Matter
NCMA’s legislative leadership has helped deliver some of the most meaningful victories in state motorsports history, including:
- Stock Car Racing is named the Official State Sport of North Carolina.
- May is proclaimed as Motorsports Month statewide.
- Sales and aviation fuel tax relief for race teams and sanctioning bodies.
- Expanded trailer length allowances to protect teams traveling to and from events.
- Privacy protections following the Dale Earnhardt tragedy.
- Strategic ARP funding support for local tracks, Charlotte Motor Speedway, and North Wilkesboro Speedway.
- Protection for North Carolina racetracks from Not In My Back Yard (NIMBY)-led nuisance complaints.
Each win reflects NCMA’s commitment to protecting the industry today while building a stronger future.
Creating a Permanent Voice in Raleigh
NCMA helped establish and sustain the North Carolina Motorsports Caucus, ensuring motorsports always has champions inside the General Assembly. Through industry events, facility tours, and hands-on education, lawmakers gained a genuine appreciation for the motorsports industry's business, safety, and workforce needs.
Elevating Legends, Honoring History
From gubernatorial proclamations to House and Senate resolutions, NCMA has proudly helped recognize the icons who shaped the sport. These moments celebrate not just individual achievement, but North Carolina’s deep-rooted racing heritage.
Innovation at Full Throttle
NCMA helped launch one of the unique collaborations in the sport’s history, connecting North Carolina motorsports with the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). This groundbreaking partnership fostered shared innovation in safety, performance, and technology, reinforcing motorsports’ role as a leader in advanced engineering and real-world problem-solving.
Standing With the Industry
When the motorsports community faced uncertainty during COVID-19, NCMA stepped up as a steady, trusted advocate, working directly with teams, tracks, and state leaders to navigate regulations, maintain operations, and keep businesses informed and moving forward.
A Legacy Worth Celebrating
From the halls of the General Assembly to the garages, tracks, and shops across the state, NCMA’s advocacy has helped ensure that motorsports isn’t just remembered; it’s protected, promoted, and positioned to thrive. This is the power of a united industry.