Author: A.J. Hecht

A.J. Hecht is the managing editor of THE SHOP and host of the In Gear with THE SHOP podcast. Have an idea, a tip, or a question you’d like to see answered? Contact A.J. at ahecht@cahabamedia.com.

AkzoNobel Named Exclusive Coating Supplier for Lincoln Tech

Lincoln Tech has entered into an agreement with AkzoNobel Coatings to utilize paints and refinish coatings solely from AkzoNobel at Lincoln Tech’s Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology programs across the country, the organizations announced. The partnership follows the opening of the Kindig Academy at Lincoln Tech in Denver, Colorado. AkzoNobel also partnered with Dave Kindig… Continue reading AkzoNobel Named Exclusive Coating Supplier for Lincoln Tech

Mile Marker Appoints Interim CEO

Mile Marker Industries has named Paul Fioravanti as interim CEO and Randall Speir as VP of operations and innovation, the company announced. Fioravanti replaces former President John Laub. “A private investor acquired the business in the summer of 2021 and Mile Marker has a long tradition of quality, product innovation and excellence beginning with its… Continue reading Mile Marker Appoints Interim CEO

2023 Keystone BIG Show Announces New Location

Keystone Automotive Operations will host the 2023 BIG Show, its annual customer event, in Aurora, Colorado at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, on Feb. 10-11, 2023, the company announced. “We have a wonderful relationship with the Gaylord properties nationally, and after hosting the show at their Grapevine, Texas location for the past 12 years,… Continue reading 2023 Keystone BIG Show Announces New Location

Yokohama Tire Celebrates PPIHC Success

Yokohama Tire is celebrating its role in several strong performances, including the overall win, at the 100th running of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the company announced. Including Robin Shute’s overall championship and unlimited class win, Yokohama drivers had 10 podium finishes (out of 18), four class wins and four of the top… Continue reading Yokohama Tire Celebrates PPIHC Success

MAE Installs Dynamometer at Aramco

Mustang Advanced Engineering (MAE) recently completed the installation of a heavy-duty chassis dynamometer at Aramco research and development center in Novi, Michigan, the company announced. Aramco‘s research and development efforts hope to accelerate the reduction of emissions and improve fuel efficiency in the transportation industry, the company said, and has been researching mobile carbon capture… Continue reading MAE Installs Dynamometer at Aramco

Petersen Museum to Honor VW CEO at Annual Gala

The Petersen Automotive Museum will honor Volkswagen Group CEO Dr. Herbert Diess with its Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award at its 28th annual Petersen Gala on October 1, 2022, the museum announced. The Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes the significant influence and contributions of Diess in moving toward an electrified future and… Continue reading Petersen Museum to Honor VW CEO at Annual Gala

Diesel Tuner Sentenced for Ignoring EPA

A North Carolina truck tuner was sentenced to a year in prison for violating the Clean Air Act and selling thousands of emissions control system defeat devices from 2008 to 2017, according to a report from MarketWatch. In addition to the prison term, Matthew Sidney Geouge, 35, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, was also ordered to… Continue reading Diesel Tuner Sentenced for Ignoring EPA

Onboard: Robin Shute Wins the 100th PPIHC

Robin Shute successfully defended his claim to King of the Mountain at the 100th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb earlier this month. Watch the onboard video above to see Shute navigate the treacherous conditions and win his third PPIHC.

Firstech Launches In-Person Installer Training Program

Firstech, maker of Compustar and DroneMobile brand products, has launched a new national installer training program called “myFirstech Academy,” the company announced. Training events, which are scheduled for Q3 2022 for authorized dealers, will include two days of instruction at three different skill levels. Level 1 – Learn how to install remote start systems and… Continue reading Firstech Launches In-Person Installer Training Program

Haartz Partners with Wellness Workdays

Wellness Workdays, a provider of workplace wellness programs, has been selected by The Haartz Corporation to implement a well-being program for Haartz’s employees, the companies announced. The program will include Wellness Workdays’ benefits and wellness portal; one-on-one health coaching; onsite wellness events and an onsite Registered Nurse/Health Coach who will engage employees in the company’s… Continue reading Haartz Partners with Wellness Workdays

Yokohama Tire Announces New ‘Tire Tips’ Video Series

Yokohama Tire, in conjunction with the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association’s Tire Safety Week (June 27-July 3) initiative, is launching a new seven-part Tire Tips videos series, the company announced. The 30-second to one-minute videos are hosted by veteran racer Dai Yoshihara, who will explain various aspects of tire safety. The first video is live and… Continue reading Yokohama Tire Announces New ‘Tire Tips’ Video Series