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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.

Willy T. Ribbs to Appear at SEMA Show

Racecar driver Willy T. Ribbs will share his story of overcoming adversity during a special Fireside Chat with moderator Beth Paretta of Paretta Autosport at the 2023 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, show organizers announced. The Fireside Chat will take place on Nov. 2, in the North Hall (Room N258) beginning at 11 a.m.,… Continue reading Willy T. Ribbs to Appear at SEMA Show

1936 SS One Airline Saloon Wins Chattanooga Concours Best in Show

A 1935 SS One Airline Saloon, owned by Lisa and Jim Hendrix, of Chesterfield, Missouri, won Best in Show honors at the Concours d’Elegance at the 2023 Chattanooga Motorcar Festival, event organizers announced. This fourth annual event also featured Brian Redman’s Targa Sixty Six on-track action at the Pace Grand Prix at The Bend (named… Continue reading 1936 SS One Airline Saloon Wins Chattanooga Concours Best in Show

AAPEX Show Previews General Session Speakers

The 2023 AAPEX Show, scheduled for Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, will offer two general sessions highlighting the latest aftermarkets trends, market research and insights, the organization announced. The first session, “Trends Impacting the North American Aftermarket,” will be held on Oct. 31, while “Aftermarket Outlook 2024,” will take… Continue reading AAPEX Show Previews General Session Speakers

Race Sport Lighting Partners With Synergy Marketing

Race Sport Lighting has named Synergy Marketing as its new 12-volt representative firm for the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi, the company announced. Synergy Marketing will play a crucial role in growing Race Sport Lighting products across the southwest territory, Race Sport said, with support from David Toliver, principal of Synergy Marketing,… Continue reading Race Sport Lighting Partners With Synergy Marketing

IMS Museum Basement Tour

Take a virtual tour of the speedway museum’s famed basement, which houses numerous historic, iconic and valuable cars from throughout automotive and motorsports history…

Volkswagen Expands Basecamp Appearance Package

Volkswagen of America has expanded the Basecamp accessory line for Atlas Cross Sport models, building on the line that has been available for Atlas since 2020. Available individually, or as a complete Basecamp kit, the body-cladding elements aim to create a more rugged overland look, Volkswagen designers said. The accessory line also includes off-road inspired… Continue reading Volkswagen Expands Basecamp Appearance Package

UAW Continues Strike, Negotiations

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is continuing its strike amidst ongoing negotiations with Ford, General Motors (GM) and Stellantis, according to a recent report from Reuters. More than 34,000 union members are currently on strike, according to the report, and have cost automakers, suppliers, dealers and workers a total of $7.7 billion. Click here… Continue reading UAW Continues Strike, Negotiations

RealTruck Acquires Mountain Top

RealTruck has acquired truck bed accessory manufacturer Mountain Top, the companies announced. Based in Denmark, Mountain Top supplies original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and sells truck accessories throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, and the U.S. “We’re delighted to bring Mountain Top into the RealTruck family to power our international expansion and growth,” said RealTruck CEO Carl-Martin Lindahl.… Continue reading RealTruck Acquires Mountain Top

Turn 14 Distribution Names Schuetz President of New Owned Brands Division

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has appointed Robert Schuetz as president of its new owned brands division, the company announced. Schuetz will oversee the establishment, structure, development and daily operations of the company’s new owned brands team with its headquarters in the Dallas, Fort Worth area. He will lead the product development, research and… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Names Schuetz President of New Owned Brands Division

Speedway Motors Opens New Manufacturing Facility

Speedway Motors, a manufacturer, retailer and distributor of automotive and racing products, has opened a new, 77,000 sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company announced. “Speedway Motors is growing in Lincoln. Our new manufacturing facility allows us to produce more quality products right here in Lincoln,” said Clay Smith, president and CEO of Speedway… Continue reading Speedway Motors Opens New Manufacturing Facility

Goodguys Releases 2024 Event Schedule

Goodguys Rod and Custom Association has released its 2024 Season schedule, which will feature 15 events held across the country, including a new event in the northeast, the event organizers announced. The all-new event, scheduled for June 7-9, will be billed as the Mid-Atlantic Nationals and be held at Dover Motor Speedway in Dover, Delaware.… Continue reading Goodguys Releases 2024 Event Schedule

Manufacturer Sales Rep Firms Announce New Partnership

Considine Sales and Marketing has entered into a new partnership with Evan Mecham and Associates, the manufacturer sales representative firms announced. The partnership aims to expand services and coverage areas for both firms, the companies said. “The partnership of our two companies will allow both companies to provide additional services to both our manufacturer partners… Continue reading Manufacturer Sales Rep Firms Announce New Partnership