LIQUI MOLY Donates Car Care Products to First Responders, Frontline Workers

LIQUI MOLY has completed a donation campaign that gave over 20,000 packages of free products to rescue services, fire brigades and frontline workers, the company announced. The donation campaign started at the beginning of April with a volume of one million euro. The goal: To support first responders around the world in the fight against… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY Donates Car Care Products to First Responders, Frontline Workers

Apple Developing Self-Driving Electric Vehicle

Apple is currently developing a self-driving electric car, according to a report from Reuters, and is targeting a 2024 launch. The vehicle will reportedly use monocell battery technology, which frees up space inside the battery pack by eliminating pouches and modules that hold battery materials, meaning that more active material can be packed inside the… Continue reading Apple Developing Self-Driving Electric Vehicle

Big Block Nova vs. Ken Block’s AWD Mustang Hoonicorn

Ken Block and the Hoonigan team recently put his Ford Mustang ‘Hoonicorn’ up against a ’66 Chevy Nova SS as part of its “Hoonigan vs. The World” drag racing series. Check out the video above to see if Block and his Hoonicorn can beat the 1,100-horsepower Nova SS.

Westin Automotive Acquires Hint Mounts

Westin Automotive Products, Inc., has acquired Hint Mounts, a Meriden, Connecticut-based company operating in the Public Safety vehicle and electronics market. Hint’s products include computer, tablet, keyboard, monitor and specialty mounts, consoles, rear organizers and electronic product for cars, trucks and specialty applications. Bob West, president and CEO of Westin, said management believes that the… Continue reading Westin Automotive Acquires Hint Mounts

Toyota Reveals GR Supra Sport Top SEMA Build

Toyota has revealed a second wave of custom SEMA vehicles, including the 2021 GR Supra Sport Top. The company previously unveiled four builds in its wave one SEMA360 Showcase presentation, held Nov. 2, 2020. SEMA360 is the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s (SEMA) online program connecting the automotive aftermarket industry in a year that made the… Continue reading Toyota Reveals GR Supra Sport Top SEMA Build

Americans Choosing to Drive for Holiday Travel

The latest research from Cars.com reports nearly half of Americans (46%) plan to travel for December holidays. COVID-19 is increasingly impacting travel decisions and prompting the majority of travelers (66%) to use their personal vehicles as opposed to flying or taking mass transit. As virus cases continue to rise across the country, the number of… Continue reading Americans Choosing to Drive for Holiday Travel

Hot Shot’s Secret Launching Live Stream Talk Show

Former 700WLW America’s Truckin’ Network host Steve Sommers is returning to the airwaves with a new five-hour live stream talk show direct from the brand-new Hot Shot’s Secret studios, the company announced. WLW-AM’s overnight America’s Truckin’ Network show broadcasted by iHeart radio reached a broad audience of overnight truckers and 3rd shift employees. Now, Sommers… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Launching Live Stream Talk Show

SEMA Hosting Digital Marketing Webinar

An upcoming webinar, “Digital Marketing in 2021: What the Winners are Doing,” will examine successful digital marketing strategies to help your business, SEMA announced. Hosted by marketing expert Jim McKinley, founder of (un)Common Logic, the virtual event, scheduled for Jan. 14 at 12 p.m. PST, will cover what successful digital marketers are doing, share tips… Continue reading SEMA Hosting Digital Marketing Webinar

DEI Now Accepting Applications for 2021 Sponsorship Program

Racers, car builders and project vehicle creators can now apply to be part of the Team DEI 2021 Sponsorship Program, the company announced. Design Engineering, Inc. offers products and support to all corners of the automotive aftermarket, from motorsports competitors to custom car creators. Team DEI members over the years have included Street Machine and… Continue reading DEI Now Accepting Applications for 2021 Sponsorship Program

10 Automakers Make AEB Standard Across Lineup

Ten automakers have fulfilled a voluntary commitment to equip nearly all the new light vehicles they produce for the U.S. market with automatic emergency braking (AEB) ahead of the 2022-23 target, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced. The 10 manufacturers put the technology on more… Continue reading 10 Automakers Make AEB Standard Across Lineup

LLumar Window Film to Sponsor Chase Elliott

Eastman Performance Films, a subsidiary of Eastman Chemical Company, will become a primary sponsor of 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion Chase Elliott and the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE team after extending its relationship with Hendrick Motorsports for three more years. The sponsorship, which features the LLumar brand of window film and paint protection… Continue reading LLumar Window Film to Sponsor Chase Elliott

Tenneco Makes List of America’s Most Responsible Companies

Tenneco Inc. has been named to Newsweek’s 2021 list of America’s Most Responsible Companies, the company announced. Tenneco was listed among the top 400 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries and ranked 13th in the Automotive and Components category. See the full list here. “One of Tenneco’s core values is ‘Make… Continue reading Tenneco Makes List of America’s Most Responsible Companies

Hennessey Performance Unveils Venom F5

The hypercar will be powered by a twin-turbocharged V8, delivering 1,817 horsepower and 1,193 lb.-ft. of torque…

VP Racing Fuels Partners with Insinger Performance

VP Racing Fuels, a producer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has announced the addition of Insinger Performance as a distributor for Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. “We are extremely excited about adding Insinger Performance as a full line distributor for select areas of the Northeast,” said Bruce Hendel, VP… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Partners with Insinger Performance

Jeep Opens Amazon Store

Jeep® Store by Amazon opens to enthusiasts in 2020 (PRNewsfoto/FCA)

The Jeep brand has launched an official Jeep Store on Amazon, the automaker announced. The virtual store will offer a wide selection of authentic Jeep brand licensed gear and merchandise. “Opening our Jeep storefront on Amazon gives our owners, fans and followers in the U.S. and Canada the opportunity to embrace the Jeep lifestyle by… Continue reading Jeep Opens Amazon Store