Celebrating Excellence Across the Industry
North Carolina Motorsports Industry Awards
The NCMA's North Carolina Motorsports Industry Awards were established in 2007 and are the Association’s signature annual celebration and an evening dedicated to recognizing the people, companies, and achievements that help power North Carolina’s motorsports economy.
Bringing together industry leaders, team owners, innovators, partners, and supporters from across the industry, the Awards serve as both a celebration of excellence and a premier networking opportunity within the motorsports community.
Each year, honorees are recognized for their leadership, innovation, and lasting impact on the industry, while attendees enjoy an engaging program, meaningful connections, and a shared appreciation for the state that proudly serves as the home of American motorsports.
Awards recipients are determined by the NCMA Board of Directors and the NCMA Awards Committee. The awards presented include the following.
ACHIEVEMENT IN MOTORSPORTS TRIBUTE AWARD
The highest honor bestowed by the NCMA, the Achievement in Motorsports Tribute Award, is presented annually to an individual or organization that has significantly elevated the motorsports industry and reputation in North Carolina through career accomplishments, contributions, perseverance, and integrity.
GREG BIFFLE DRIVEN TO SERVE AWARD
The Greg Biffle Driven to Serve Award is named in honor of Greg Biffle, a member of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers list and a NASCAR Busch and Craftsman Truck Series champion. It is presented to an organization or individual who embodies Greg Biffle’s legacy of charitable, philanthropic, and humanitarian contributions and has inspired others through empathy, passion, and integrity.
MOTORSPORTS INDUSTRY AWARD
The Motorsports Industry Award is an annual honor bestowed on individuals or organizations that make significant contributions to the North Carolina motorsports ecosystem. It is a celebration of the many industries that combined to shape the past, present, and future of motorsports in the state.
JIM HUNTER MEMORIAL MEDIA AWARD
The Jim Hunter Memorial Media Award is named in honor of NASCAR Hall of Fame Landmark Award recipient and long-time motorsports executive Jim Hunter. The annual award is presented to a member of the motorsports media ecosystem who has made significant contributions to the sport through passion, excellence, and integrity.
2027 NORTH CAROLINA MOTORSPORTS INDUSTRY AWARDS
Date:
TBD - June 2027
Time:
6 PM - Reception
7 PM - Dinner & Awards
8:30 PM - Fireside Chat
Honorees:
Achievement in Motorsports Tribute Award
Greg Biffle Driven to Serve Award
North Carolina Motorsports Industry Award
Jim Hunter Memorial Media Award
Location:
Richardson Ballroom
Charlotte Convention Center
501 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
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