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.

EGR to Debut Jeep Gladiator Build at Overland Expo

EGR USA has built a Jeep Gladiator overlanding rig that it will have on display at Overland Expo events throughout 2023, the company announced. EGR USA and the “Ultimate Jeep Gladiator” will be at all four Overland Expo events – Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, AZ (May 19-21), Overland Expo PNW, Redmond, OR (July 7-9),… Continue reading EGR to Debut Jeep Gladiator Build at Overland Expo

Blake Madsen Joins Avery Dennison Wrap Training Team

Wrap and graphics industry professional Blake Madsen has joined the Avery Dennison team of wrap trainers, the company announced. Madsen has over 15 years of experience in the in the wrap and graphics industry, and has earned various accolades, including seven industry certifications. He also become Avery Dennison certified in 2016, the company said. Madsen… Continue reading Blake Madsen Joins Avery Dennison Wrap Training Team

Automotive Program Wins Channellock Trade School Contest

Channellock has named the automotive program at Bullard-Havens Technical High School as the fifth annual Trade School Trade-Up Competition winner, the company announced. The Channellock Trade School Trade-Up competition seeks to help close the nation’s skills gap by funding initiatives and tools that will positively impact America’s future tradespeople, the company said. Each year, the… Continue reading Automotive Program Wins Channellock Trade School Contest

Meyer Distributing to Open North Carolina Cross-Dock

Meyer Distributing is opening a new cross-dock in Goldsboro, North Carolina, the parts distributor announced. The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer Distributing’s Northeast distribution hub, the company said. “The Carolinas have always been a very strong market for truck accessories and equipment,” said Cody Ziegler, VP of sales at Meyer Distributing. “And… Continue reading Meyer Distributing to Open North Carolina Cross-Dock

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Officially Licensed Jeep Products to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution is adding to its selection of Jeep products with the addition of Officially Licensed Jeep to its line card, the company announced. “Officially Licensed Jeep specializes in off-road oriented Jeep Wrangler products. These include Officially Licensed Jeep (OLJ) bumpers, side bars, tire carriers, fender flares and liners, fuel doors,… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Officially Licensed Jeep Products to Line Card

Sacramento Preps for 72nd Annual Autorama Hot Rod Show

Organizers of the annual Sacramento Autorama are preparing for the 72nd edition of the car and hot rod show at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds later this month, officials announced, and offered a preview of the event’s scheduled. Scheduled for April 28-30, the event will be highlighted by the Autorama Drive-In, which will include pre-1998 cars… Continue reading Sacramento Preps for 72nd Annual Autorama Hot Rod Show

Northwood University Adds New Aftermarket Professional Certification

Northwood University and the University of the Aftermarket are introducing a new professional designation for executives in the automotive industry, the school announced. The SPAAP designation will be available to aftermarket executives seeking continued education with master’s-level coursework, school administrators said. Currently, the University of the Aftermarket, through Northwood University, delivers online courses for industry… Continue reading Northwood University Adds New Aftermarket Professional Certification

Turn 14 Distribution Hosts Easter Jeep Safari Event

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution hosted an event at the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, the company announced. During the Turn 14 Distribution Ultimate Easter Jeep Safari Experience presented by ARP, the parts distributor hosted 40 invitees with 19 vehicles for a ride on the Metal Masher trail. The experience included an… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Hosts Easter Jeep Safari Event

Alps Alpine Names New CTO, VP of Engineering

Mobile electronics manufacturer Alps Alpine North America has named Mike Kenhard as its new chief technical officer (CTO) and vice president of engineering, the Auburn Hills, Michigan-based company announced. Kenhard brings an extensive background in the automotive industry as well as a history of leading various teams, the company said, using his skills as a… Continue reading Alps Alpine Names New CTO, VP of Engineering

Harbor Freight Tools Renews Skilled Trade Teacher Prize Program

Harbor Freight Tools is bringing back its Harbor Freight Tools of Schools program, which allows U.S. public high school skilled trades teachers to apply for a total of $1.5 million in cash prizes, the tool retailer announced. The deadline to apply for the 2023 prize is May 5. The total amount of cash prizes will… Continue reading Harbor Freight Tools Renews Skilled Trade Teacher Prize Program