Join the NMPA
National Motorsports Press Association
Membership in the NMPA
Membership in the NMPA is open to any individual who covers motorsports for a recognized media outlet that provides news content on a regular basis. In addition, it is open to employees of those companies involved in the sport through sponsorship, track operation or other similar endeavors, and those who have an interest in the goals of the organization.
Candidates for membership should complete the form below and return to the proper address.
Eligibility is determined through the NMPA Membership/Elections Committee. Cost is $60 per year for Press Membership and $75 per year for Associate Membership.
Currently, only press members have voting rights and may hold elective office. Additional information may be found by visiting the Constitution & Bylaws section of the NMPA site
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Press Membership $60
New and renewing members
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Associate Membership $75
New and renewing members
- The NMPA is the nation’s largest and most prestigious organization of motorsports journalists.
- Through interaction with auto racing sanctioning bodies, the NMPA provides advocacy and support for writers, broadcasters and photographers covering motorsports.
- Through annual contests, the NMPA recognizes excellence in motorsports journalism, from writing to radio and video broadcasting to photography.
- The organization nominates and elects members of the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame.
- By vote of the press membership, the NMPA selects the winners of the prestigious Myers Brothers Award, the NMPA Pocono Spirit Award and the Richard Petty Driver of the Year Award.
- Though its annual convention and Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, the NMPA offers networking opportunities with fellow journalists and other members of the motorsports community.
