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.

Pennzoil Shares Tips for Motor Oil Storage

Pennzoil has shared new tips for motor oil storage, both at home and at the shop. Poor storage and handling practices present risks including external contamination such as water or dust, and product changes caused by overly long storage. Contaminated motor oil can cause engine damage, possibly resulting in costly repairs. Click here to read… Continue reading Pennzoil Shares Tips for Motor Oil Storage

RealTruck Appoints Carl-Martin Lindahl CEO

RealTruck, the manufacturer and online retailer of aftermarket truck parts and accessories, has appointed Carl-Martin Lindahl as CEO, the company announced. Effective Nov. 28, Lindahl will replace long-serving CEO, Bill Reminder, who announced his retirement earlier this year. “Carl-Martin has an impressive background leading multi-channel manufacturing brands, and a proven track record of successfully building world class organizations… Continue reading RealTruck Appoints Carl-Martin Lindahl CEO

Amelia Concours to Honor Jeff Gordon

Hagerty announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer and Vice Chairman of Hendrick Motorsports, Jeff Gordon, will serve as honoree of The Amelia, event organizers announced. The weekend’s events will include a seminar on Saturday featuring Gordon and NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief Ray Evernham as well as opportunities to meet the driver at Sunday’s concours that will… Continue reading Amelia Concours to Honor Jeff Gordon

Rockford Fosgate Hosts Dealer Education Events

Rockford Fosgate hosted a series of events for retail store owners at the SEMA Show last month. During the SEMA Show, Rockford Fosgate hosted 280 guests comprised of US retail store owners and managers, international distributors and sales representatives. This inaugural event, dubbed the “Sit-Down” was an all-day learning and networking opportunity for dealers. Bill… Continue reading Rockford Fosgate Hosts Dealer Education Events

Engine Pro Joins The AAM Group

The shareholders of Engine Parts Group, Inc. have voted to join The AAM Group, the organization announced. AAM will assume operations of the Engine Pro program and brand starting Jan. 1, 2023. AAM’s current marketing programs — Parts Pro, Performance Corner and Total Truck Centers — serve resellers, suppliers and distributors in the performance and truck… Continue reading Engine Pro Joins The AAM Group

Phillips 66 Adds First EV Chargers

Phillips 66 has installed FreeWire ultrafast electric-vehicle chargers at its flagship station near its Houston headquarters with plans to add chargers at its network of fuel stations around the country, the company announced. Phillips 66 and FreeWire unveiled plans earlier this year to install chargers at its network of approximately 7,000 Phillips 66, Conoco and 76 branded… Continue reading Phillips 66 Adds First EV Chargers

Ziebart Executive Featured in Entrepreneur

Ziebart International Corporation executive Larisa Walega, the companyt’s vice president of marketing, was recently featured in Entrepreneur’s “50 Franchise CMOs Who Are Changing the Game” list, the company announced. In addition, the company also landed a spot on the publication’s 2022 Top 150 Franchises for Veterans, listed as number 18 out of 150 brands. To celebrate the top marketing… Continue reading Ziebart Executive Featured in Entrepreneur