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BorgWarner Announces $42M Investment in Battery Production

BorgWarner is planning to invest $42 million into the expansion of its Seneca, South Carolina production facility, the company announced. The investment will be allocated to building and equipment upgrades as well as the development of new manufacturing lines to launch the production of 3GWh of annual battery module capacity, contributing to the growth of… Continue reading BorgWarner Announces $42M Investment in Battery Production

Meyer Distributing Recognizes First Quarter Sales Award Winner

Meyer Distributing has presented its 2023 First Quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award to Diesel Sales Account Manager Justin Englert, the company announced. The award recognizes sales account managers who continuously surpass expectations at Meyer Distributing, the company said. “Justin has been a key member of the diesel team since he started at Meyer seven years… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Recognizes First Quarter Sales Award Winner

Buick Introduces 2024 Envista

Buick has revealed the 2024 Envista, a new nameplate designed for the small SUV segment. “Buick helped define the small SUV segment in 2012, and we’ve continued to make our offerings even more competitive since. The all-new Envista is going to shake up that segment once again,” said Duncan Aldred, global vice president, Buick-GMC. “When… Continue reading Buick Introduces 2024 Envista

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Petersen Museum Opens Porsche Anniversary Exhibit

The Petersen Automotive Museum is helping Porsche marks its 75th anniversary a collection of vehicles at the California museum, Petersen officials announced. In collaboration with Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) “We Are Porsche” opened to the public on April 16 and focuses on how influential figures in the U.S. helped transform Porsche over the… Continue reading Petersen Museum Opens Porsche Anniversary Exhibit

VP Racing Names New Director of Marketing

VP Racing has named Steve Ward as its new director of marketing, the company announced. “The VP team prides itself in having star players leading every area,” said Alan Cerwick, VP’s President and CEO. “With over 30 years of marketing experience across a broad range of product categories, Steve brings an ideal background for our… Continue reading VP Racing Names New Director of Marketing

Registration Now Open for 2023 CAN Connect Conference

The Custom Automotive Network (CAN) has opened registration for CAN Connect 2023, event organizers announced. Scheduled for Sept. 5-8 at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa, CAN Connect provides pre-scheduled private meetings with partners, the organization said. While mostly focused on reseller and manufacturer meetings, the event also provides an opportunity to meet with sales… Continue reading Registration Now Open for 2023 CAN Connect Conference

Oracle Previews Jeep Beach Appearance

Oracle Lighting will exhibit during the annual Jeep Beach event, held in Daytona Beach, Florida, the company announced. “Jeep Beach is the ideal event to showcase Oracle Lighting’s Jeep-specific lighting solutions,” explained Melissa Parker-Boudreaux, Oracle Lighting National Sales Manager. “As an American company that designs our products with pride in Louisiana, Jeep is an iconic… Continue reading Oracle Previews Jeep Beach Appearance

Garrett Motion Details Auto Shanghai Exhibition

Garrett Motion is sharing its plans for Auto Shanghai 2023, April 18-27, which includes exhibiting its portfolio of turbocharging, electrification and software connectivity products, the company announced. “We look forward to showcasing Garrett Motion’s engineering breakthroughs for the fast-evolving and largest automotive market in the world,” said Olivier Rabiller, CEO of Garrett Motion. “As a… Continue reading Garrett Motion Details Auto Shanghai Exhibition

MSHFA Reveals Class of 2024

The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA) recently revealed its 2024 Induction Class, the museum announced. The 36th MSHFA Induction Celebration will formally usher the Class of 2024 into the MSHFA, and will be held in the Hall’s home in Daytona Beach, Florida, in March of 2024, museum officials said. The Class of 2024… Continue reading MSHFA Reveals Class of 2024

LIQUI MOLY Named Presenting Sponsor of Lime Rock Park IMSA Race

LIQUI MOLY has partnered with Lime Rock Park to become the presenting sponsor of the IMSA Northeast Grand Prix in 2023, the company announced. In addition to title sponsorship from FCP Euro, LIQUI MOLY has expanded its partnership with Lime Rock Park with the multi-year entitlement for the newly named FCP Euro Northeast Grand Prix… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY Named Presenting Sponsor of Lime Rock Park IMSA Race

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Akrapovič Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Exhaust System

Turn 14 Distribution, the exclusive U.S. and Canadian automotive distributor for Akrapovič, is now offering the new Akrapovič Slip-On Race Line Titanium Exhaust System for the 2022-plus Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, the companies announced. The performance exhaust system can be expanded with an optional Titanium Link Pipe Set, in addition to a pair of… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Akrapovič Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Exhaust System