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.

Injen Technology Opens New Headquarters

Injen Technology, a manufacturer of intake, exhaust, and filtration products, has opened a new manufacturing and warehouse facility in Montclair, California, the company announced. The new facility will now serve as the company’s primary headquarters and distribution center. The facility is equipped with the latest technology in filter manufacturing and distribution equipment, and currently warehouses… Continue reading Injen Technology Opens New Headquarters

Diode Dynamics to Exhibit at Import Alliance

Diode Dynamics, a manufacturer of automotive LED lighting based just outside St. Louis, Missouri, will be attending Import Alliance at Nashville Super Speedway as a vendor later this month, the company announced. Scheduled for July 21-22, Import Alliance Nashville will allow participants to learn from experts, build connections and explore new trends in the import… Continue reading Diode Dynamics to Exhibit at Import Alliance

Tint World Continues North Carolina Expansion With Wilmington Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is continuing its growth in North Carolina with the opening of a new store in Wilmington, the company announced. Tint World Wilmington will provide automotive aftermarket accessories and services, including window-tint solutions, automotive paint protection film, audio and video, wheels and tires, detailing, and more. The new store is owned… Continue reading Tint World Continues North Carolina Expansion With Wilmington Location

Meyer Distributing Partners With Bestop on Exclusive Jeep Soft Top

Meyer Distributing has formed an exclusive partnership with Bestop to promote its new Jeep Wrangler JK Ascent Soft Top, the companies announced. Made from lightweight black diamond material, the Jeep topper offers front-row open-air access via its flip-back Sunrider panel, the company said, and is designed to allow users to opt for a seasonal top… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Partners With Bestop on Exclusive Jeep Soft Top

MAP Services Adds to Client Portfolio

MAP Services Corp. has added eight brands in the automotive aftermarket and power sports markets to its client portfolio, the company announced. “With our continual development of new processes and programs, we’re able to elevate enforcement to a whole new level and our clients are the first to see the benefits.” says David Portugal, founder… Continue reading MAP Services Adds to Client Portfolio

BorgWarner Completes PHINIA Spin-Off

BorgWarner has completed the spin-off of its fuel systems and aftermarket segments into a separate, publicly-traded company named PHINIA, the company announced. “A tremendous amount of work has gone into bringing us to where we are today,” said Frédéric Lissalde, president and chief executive officer, BorgWarner Inc. Two years ago, BorgWarner announced Charging Forward, the… Continue reading BorgWarner Completes PHINIA Spin-Off

Tips to Improve Your Website’s SEO

There are about 8.5 billion Google searches every single day, but 75% of users never scroll past the first page, according to Motorhead Digital, a digital marketing firm specializing in restoration, performance and race shops. If your shop isn’t showing up on the first page of the search results, then you might not get many… Continue reading Tips to Improve Your Website’s SEO

Tint World Forms Partnership With ZZ-2

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has formed a new partnership with ZZ-2, a provider of OEM technology integration solutions, the company announced. “Working with Tint World offers a unique opportunity for us to reach customers with our high-quality products and continue driving growth in the North American market,” said Tiago Sperandio, vice president of ZZ-2.… Continue reading Tint World Forms Partnership With ZZ-2

Carvana Releases Mid-Year Top-Selling Vehicle List

Carvana has released its mid-year list of top-selling vehicles for 2023, the used car retailer announced. Six of Carvana’s Top 10 mid-year best sellers were sedans, signaling that affordability and accessibility are critically important to customers when shopping the used vehicle market, according to the retailer. The 2023 Mid-Year List of the Top 10 best-sellers… Continue reading Carvana Releases Mid-Year Top-Selling Vehicle List

Country Music Artist Tours KICKER Headquarters

Country-music recording artist and KICKER brand ambassador Tim Montana toured the KICKER headquarters recently to hear his newly upgraded Chevy C-10, the company announced. Along with the personal tour of the KICKER facility by Director of Brand and Sports Marketing Roger Demaree, Montana was treated to a demo of the new KICKER Bronco, the company… Continue reading Country Music Artist Tours KICKER Headquarters

Petersen Museum to Attempt Record-Setting Porsche Boxster Gathering

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Porsche Boxster, the Petersen Automotive Museum will host a 30 Years of Boxster Cruise-In this Sunday, July 9, in an attempt to set a record for the largest U.S. gathering of Porsche Boxsters, museum officials announced. While no prior record exists, the museum aims to host more than… Continue reading Petersen Museum to Attempt Record-Setting Porsche Boxster Gathering