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.

Carlise Events Preps for Ford Nationals

Carlisle Events has revealed details for the upcoming Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Meguiar’s, scheduled for June 3-5, event organizers announced. This event hosts Ford enthusiasts from across the country and more than 3,200 vehicles on the National Parts Depot Showfield, and will also include special displays, themes and guests. Participants helped set a new… Continue reading Carlise Events Preps for Ford Nationals

Home of NHRA Arizona Nationals to Close

The final NHRA Arizona Nationals will take place during the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season as Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park finishes its run on the NHRA circuit, track officials announced. After nearly 40 years on the NHRA circuit, a new overpass/roadway for the Interstate 10 extension will use the space currently… Continue reading Home of NHRA Arizona Nationals to Close

Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features

A new report from Rocket Auto has examined the features car buyers are most likely to look for when in the car market, the company announced. As the new and used car markets continued to see heavy competition and price increases, Rocket Auto surveyed over 3,000 motorists to determine which popular car features would push… Continue reading Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features

SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors

SEMA has appointed two new directors working in the councils and membership department: Pamela Brown-Matthis and Marcy Ann Yanus, the organization announced. Brown-Matthis will serve as the new education director based in McKinney, Texas. Yanus has been named the new SEMA council director overseeing Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO), Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) and… Continue reading SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors

Prefix Corporation Announces the Passing of Founder Kim A. Zeile

Prefix Corporation, a builder of prototypes and advanced concept vehicles, announced the passing of its founder, Kim A. Zeile. The company provided the following statement:  It is with deep sorrow that Prefix Corporation announces the passing of founder Mr. Kim Zeile, on March 24, 2022. Kim founded Prefix Corporation in 1979, and will always be… Continue reading Prefix Corporation Announces the Passing of Founder Kim A. Zeile

Stellantis to Offer New Twin-Turbo I-6 Engine

Stellantis has revealed a new, 3.0-liter, twin-turbo, inline, six-cylinder engine, named Hurricane. Designed in an I-6 configuration, the Hurricane twin-turbo’s base architecture enables Stellantis propulsion systems engineers to create two distinct variants: Standard Output (SO): Optimized for fuel economy, including the use of cooled exhaust gas circulation (EGR), while delivering enhanced power and torque (more… Continue reading Stellantis to Offer New Twin-Turbo I-6 Engine

Tint World Opens Colorado Springs Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is opening a new location in Colorado Springs, the company announced. Tint World’s second Colorado location, owned by Eric Nauert, will provide window tinting and automotive styling services throughout central Colorado, the company said. “Our mission at Tint World Colorado Springs is to offer premium window tinting and automotive styling… Continue reading Tint World Opens Colorado Springs Location