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.

Overlanding in an Electric Vehicle

Road & Track recently sat down with some EV off-roading experts to gain some insight into building an overlanding rig using an electric vehicle. More from THE SHOP: E.C.D. Automotive Reveals Tesla-Powered Defender 110s Click here to read the full article from Road & Track, which discusses important factors like range and battery capacity, important… Continue reading Overlanding in an Electric Vehicle

Yokohama Appoints New Senior Director of Supply Chain, Logistics

Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) has promoted Ray Polentz to the position of senior director of supply chain and logistics, the company announced. Polentz will report to Yokohama President and CEO Jeff Barna. “Ray has been instrumental in helping us negotiate through the difficult and complex supply chain issues facing the industry,” said Barna. “His experience… Continue reading Yokohama Appoints New Senior Director of Supply Chain, Logistics

VP Racing Fuels Launches NFT Collection

VP Racing Fuels has launched an NFT collection that will feature virtual fuel in the form of a high-resolution VP 54-gallon fuel drum, the company announced. The debut token is currently available, along with “World Leader in JPG Technology” t-shirts, which will be included with the first 100 drum token purchases. Fans who wish to… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Launches NFT Collection

AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl

AAMP Global has acquired AudioControl, a provider of audio solutions engineered for the automotive, residential and commercial markets, the company announced. Based in Seattle, Washington for over 45 years, AudioControl will continue to operate under its current management team, the company said. “As an engineering-based provider of premium entertainment solutions supported by award-winning service, AudioControl… Continue reading AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl

AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division

AAMP Global has appointed Herb Brown as president of its North America division, the company announced. Brown has served AAMP Global for 30 years in various capacities including vice president of sales and executive vice president as his most recent role. In his new position he will oversee the operations, sales, marketing and product development… Continue reading AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division

SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications

SEMA is now accepting applications to volunteer as a leader of a SEMA council or network, the organization announced. According to SEMA, each council and network is led by a Select Committee, small groups of volunteers who are elected by the council or network they represent. The Select Committee meets throughout the year to develop… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications

UPDATED: Road Armor Changes Sales Process

This article has been updated to reflect that all Road Armor sales will go through Meyer Distributing, Keystone, Turn 14 Distribution, regional distributors, and directly to a jobber. Road Armor has updated its sales, rebate and distribution process to pass all consumer sales, rebates and promotions to jobbers, Road Armor CEO Mark Hanson announced. “Road… Continue reading UPDATED: Road Armor Changes Sales Process

Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card

Meyer Distributing has added AO Coolers to its line card, the parts distributor announced. “The request for additional cooler options has been high,” said Nick Gramelspacher, VP of brand strategy at Meyer Distributing. “The number of new customers in the RV, camping, marine, overlanding and powersports spaces has grown tremendously the last two years and… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card