Toyota has revealed its newest compact crossover vehicle in the entry SUV segment, the 2022 Corolla Cross, the automaker announced. Aiming to build on the Corolla sedan’s reputation for dependability and great fuel efficiency ratings, the Corolla Cross is equipped with amenities and features that mirror the sedan. “The interior is definitely inspired by the… Continue reading Toyota Adds Corolla Crossover to Lineup
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New York Auto Show Preps for Return
The 2022 New York Auto Show will return when it opens its doors to the public on April 15-24 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, event organizers announced. The New York Auto Show will include innovative new displays from dozens of car companies including hundreds of new 2022 and 2023 models. Also for this… Continue reading New York Auto Show Preps for Return
XPEL Extends Team Penske IndyCar Sponsorship
Team Penske driver and 2021 NTT IndyCar Series Rookie of the Year Scott McLaughlin will compete in the No. 3 XPEL Chevrolet at three races during the upcoming IndyCar Series season, the protective films and coatings provider announced. McLaughlin will first race the XPEL Chevy in the series race at Texas Motor Speedway where the company will also serve as… Continue reading XPEL Extends Team Penske IndyCar Sponsorship
Shipping Expert: Russia, Ukraine Conflict Could Impact Global Supply Chain
The ongoing military conflict involving Russia and Ukraine could have an impact on the global supply chain, a shipping expert told CNBC. Lars Jensen of Vespucci Maritime says that as long as the problem of port closures remains confined to Ukraine, global shipping congestion issues will not, to a large extent, be affected, but any… Continue reading Shipping Expert: Russia, Ukraine Conflict Could Impact Global Supply Chain
Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled a new, all-electric performance sedan, the EQE. The vehicle is outfitted with AMG-specific solutions – particularly in the areas of drive, suspension, brakes, sound, exterior and interior design, and equipment, the German automaker said. The new Mercedes-AMG EQE offers a performance-oriented drive concept with two electric motors. The electric drivetrain (eATS), with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan
Historic Trans Am Series to Highlight Lime Rock Park Historic Festival
The Historic Trans Am series will return to the Lime Rock Park Historic Festival on Labor Day weekend (Sept. 2-5), event organizers announced. The Historic Trans Am Series celebrates the glory years of Trans Am, which launched in 1966 and zoomed to popularity as the championship witnessed all three major American manufacturers fielding factory efforts,… Continue reading Historic Trans Am Series to Highlight Lime Rock Park Historic Festival
Ziebart Executive Named to IFA Women’s Franchise Committee
Larisa Walega, vice president of marketing at Ziebart International Corporation, has been appointed vice chair of the International Franchise Association’s Women’s Franchise Committee, the company announced. Over the past 20 years of her career, Walega has spent more than half of that time in franchising. She started in account management roles at advertising agencies in… Continue reading Ziebart Executive Named to IFA Women’s Franchise Committee
Hennessey VelociRaptor 400 Bronco Test Drive
During a recent visit to Scottsdale, Hennessey Performance took its VelociRaptor 400 Bronco out to a desert trail to test its capabilities on off-road terrain. Watch the video above to see how the upgraded Bronco performed.
Quadratec Appoints New Senior Category Managers
Quadratec has promoted Howard Fullerton and Dan O’Connor to senior category manager positions, effective immediately, the company announced. The duo brings more than three decades of combined automotive industry experience in sales, purchasing and pricing, and offers proven results discovering and managing scores of vendors across the robust Quadratec catalog and digital product landscape, the company… Continue reading Quadratec Appoints New Senior Category Managers
eTool Developers Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based eTool Developers recently celebrated its 20th anniversary as a provider of Internet-based software solutions for the automotive aftermarket, the company announced. Luanne Brown—a former member of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Board of Directors—founded eTool Developers in 2001 after attending her first SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company said.… Continue reading eTool Developers Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Upcoming Webinar to Cover Driver Behavior Trends
Hosted by the Auto Care Association, the virtual event will feature analysis of driving behavior at the national, state and local levels… An upcoming webinar hosted by the Auto Care Association (ACA) will analyze driving behavior at the national, state and local levels, the organization announced. Scheduled for March 16, the webinar will cover: Consumer… Continue reading Upcoming Webinar to Cover Driver Behavior Trends
Patrick Industries Acquires Rockford Fosgate
Patrick Industries has signed an agreement to acquire Arizona-based Rockford Corporation and its Rockford Fosgate brand, the companies announced. Rockford is the parent company of the Rockford Fosgate audio system brand, which primarily serves the powersports, marine and automotive markets and aftermarkets. Rockford’s full-year 2021 revenues were approximately $155 million, and the acquisition is expected to be immediately… Continue reading Patrick Industries Acquires Rockford Fosgate
KNIPEX Tools Launches New Website
KNIPEX Tools has introduced a new website for U.S. consumers, www.knipex-tools.com, which includes responsive web design, extensive product sorting and filtering capabilities and improved imagery, the company announced. The website now features a video library, careers page and frequently asked questions. Visitors can also access the new KNIPEX merchandising site which allows fans to purchase… Continue reading KNIPEX Tools Launches New Website
Toyota to Provide bZ4X Buyers with Free Fast Charger Access
Customers who purchase or lease a new 2023 Toyota bZ4X will get one year of unlimited complimentary charging at all EVgo-owned and operated public DC fast charging stations nationwide, the companies announced. . “The arrival of our all-electric bZ4X marks an important step in our commitment towards electrifying 70% of our fleet by 2030. We… Continue reading Toyota to Provide bZ4X Buyers with Free Fast Charger Access
Ford Ranger Raptor Introduced for International Markets
Powered by a twin-turbo EcoBoost V6, the Ranger Raptor includes a re-engineered suspension, an active exhaust system and other performance upgrades…