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RANDYS Worldwide Appoints New Sales Manager

RANDYS Worldwide has appointed Zachary Follen as its newest sales manager, the company announced. With over 15 years of experience, Follen brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team, the company said, and his association to the brands at RANDYS, including Dynatrac, Yukon Gear & Axle, ICON Vehicle Dynatrac, Carli, Zumbrota and more,… Continue reading RANDYS Worldwide Appoints New Sales Manager

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Brembo to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution has added Brembo to its line card, the performance parts distributor announced. “Superior engineering and manufacturing practices have made Brembo a favorite among enthusiasts and racers alike. Turn 14 Distribution is grateful for the opportunity to provide our dealers with access to Brembo, the esteemed global leader in braking performance,” said Wayne… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Brembo to Line Card

Meyer Distributing Partners With OFS Office Furniture

Meyer Distributing has formed a new partnership with OFS, an office furnishing manufacturer, the company announced. OFS is an 86-year-old family-owned office furnishings manufacturer that provides a variety of seating and workspace solutions for businesses. “Together, we have identified a growth channel in performance office seating propelled by the “work happens everywhere” movement as employers… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Partners With OFS Office Furniture

Yokohama Development Center Promotes Kahrs to VP of R&D

Jeremy Kahrs has been promoted to vice president of research and development at the Yokohama Development Center America (YDCA) facility in Cornelius, North Carolina, the Yokohama Tire Corporation announced. Kahrs, who was YDCA’s senior director of research and development, takes over all daily operations for YDCA, the company said. In his new role, Kahrs will… Continue reading Yokohama Development Center Promotes Kahrs to VP of R&D

Parella Motorsports Holdings Names New CMO

Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) has named Kim McCullough as its chief marketing officer, where she will oversee marketing and public relations for all PMH properties, race series and SpeedTour events, the organization announced. McCullough ran marketing operations for Mazda, Nissan, Toyota, and most recently was vice president, marketing for Jaguar Land Rover. In this role… Continue reading Parella Motorsports Holdings Names New CMO

Chrysler Concept Cars to Appear at Lime Rock Historic Festival

A group of Chrysler concept cars are slated to appear at Lime Rock Park during the track’s Historic Festival 41 over Labor Day Weekend, track officials announced. The event, which will also feature on-track competition including races from race groups that include MG, Sports 2000 and Formula Jr., will see 11 examples of Chrysler concept… Continue reading Chrysler Concept Cars to Appear at Lime Rock Historic Festival

Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team

Eleven Engineering, a producer of semiconductor products for 12-volt applications, has added hardware developer Mike Bujold to its research and development design team, the company announced. “The past year has seen unrivaled growth for Eleven Engineering, and so we are seeing a continuing need for top level additions to our R&D department,” said Rex Whitehead,… Continue reading Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team

EVgo, GM Open 1,000th DC Fast Charging Stall

EVgo and General Motors have recently opened the 1,000th fast charging stall as part of their longstanding collaboration to expand fast charging infrastructure, the companies announced. First announced in 2020 and expanded upon in 2021, the collaboration will lead to the development and installation of 3,250 DC fast charging stalls in major metro markets, the… Continue reading EVgo, GM Open 1,000th DC Fast Charging Stall

RM Sotheby’s, Motorsport Network Launch Online Vehicle Marketplace

RM Sotheby’s and Motorsport Network have launched a new online vehicle auction marketplace called Sotheby’s Motorsport, the companies announced. The platform will be focused on 21st century sports, exotic, and luxury vehicles priced between $100,000 – approximately $1,000,000. “The high-end segment of the automotive market, which accounts for $20 billion in annual sales in the… Continue reading RM Sotheby’s, Motorsport Network Launch Online Vehicle Marketplace

Forrest Lucas Transitions to Chairman of Lucas Oil

CEO and Co-Founder of Lucas Oil Products, Forrest Lucas, is transitioning away from CEO to Chairman of Lucas Oil, the company announced. In his new role, he will be stepping away from the day-to-day activities and move into an advisory role to help guide the strategic direction of the company, Lucas Oil said in a… Continue reading Forrest Lucas Transitions to Chairman of Lucas Oil