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Nominations Open for CAN Member Awards

The Custom Automotive Network is currently accepting nominations for its annual CAN Member Awards, the organization announced. The awards aim to recognize CAN Member individuals and companies that have made extraordinary contributions and outstanding achievements in the automotive industry in the following categories: • Person of the Year • Manufacturer of the Year • Reseller… Continue reading Nominations Open for CAN Member Awards

SEMA Scholarship, Loan Forgiveness Winners Announced

The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund awarded $307,000 to 106 individuals this year, including scholarships for current students and loan-forgiveness awards to employees of SEMA-member companies, the organization announced, along with the names of this year’s winners. “We’re excited to award this passionate group of individuals with our support as they embark on finding new ways… Continue reading SEMA Scholarship, Loan Forgiveness Winners Announced

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Firstech Expands Installer Support

Firstech, the maker of Compustar and DroneMobile products, has expanded its support hours and virtual resources for installers, the company announced. The company now offers over-the-phone and online installer support Mondays through Saturdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. PT. Installers will have access to these extended hours throughout the holiday season. Firstech has also expanded its offering… Continue reading Firstech Expands Installer Support

Lexus Offering New 2020 NX Hybrid F SPORT Black Line Special Edition

The 2021 NX 300h F SPORT Black Line special edition model can be found in one of three exterior colors, including the all-new Grecian Water, a perfect match for the blue hybrid badging on the front and back of the vehicle.

Lexus has introduced luxury crossover drivers to new style options with five 2021 Black Line special edition models of the Lexus NX F SPORT. Complete with exclusive Black Line features inside and out, they offer eco-conscious benefits without compromising on performance, value or styling, according tot he company. The 2021 NX 300h F SPORT Black… Continue reading Lexus Offering New 2020 NX Hybrid F SPORT Black Line Special Edition

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Lime Rock Park Historic Festival Closed to Spectators

The Lime Rock Park Historic Festival 38 will be closed to spectators when the vintage racers take to the Connecticut track next month, organizers announced, citing concerns over the ability to properly social distance. The track will still host private groups in the outfield with no access to the track, as well as a limited… Continue reading Lime Rock Park Historic Festival Closed to Spectators

Meyer Distributing Adds RBL Cleaning Products to Line Card

Meyer Distributing has added RBL cleaning/protecting products to its offerings, the distributor announced. “Giving your customers piece of mind during these crazy times should be one of your top priorities when they hand over their keys to you”, said Nick Gramelspacher, VP of sales at Meyer. “RBL has two great products to help with this.… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds RBL Cleaning Products to Line Card

Mishimoto Launches Off-Road Brand

Mishimoto, a manufacturer of performance cooling products, is launching a new brand and product line, Borne Off-road, the company announced. “We’ve been taking this market by storm by attending events as well as developing even more direct-fit applications for our customers,” said Ricky Nietubicz, sales and marketing manager at Mishimoto. “We used our interactions with… Continue reading Mishimoto Launches Off-Road Brand

Lubrication Specialties Inc. Forms LSI Chemical

Citing growth in sales in multiple markets of LSI’s performance additives and oils and custom lubricant solutions for industrial clients, Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI) has formed a new division, LSI Chemical. The mission for LSI Chemical is to focus on Nano additive technology and development of base oils through product development, partnerships and acquisition opportunities,… Continue reading Lubrication Specialties Inc. Forms LSI Chemical

Michigan Building Roadway for Self-Driving Vehicles

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an initiative to develop a first-of-its-kind roadway for connected and autonomous vehicles that will span between Detroit and Ann Arbor. Cavnue, a subsidiary of Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners (SIP) with a focus on building the future of roads, has been selected by the state to serve as developer of the corridor… Continue reading Michigan Building Roadway for Self-Driving Vehicles

Buyers Products Breaks Ground on Warehouse Expansion

Buyers Products, a manufacturer in the work truck equipment industry, is doubling the size of its distribution center and corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio to accommodate the company’s growing business needs, the company announced. The expansion includes 280,000 sq. ft. of 67-foot-high, brand new, state-of-the-art warehouse space with 20 additional docks. Simultaneously, Buyers will add… Continue reading Buyers Products Breaks Ground on Warehouse Expansion

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