While everyone should have some hand sanitizer at their disposal, don’t leave it on a car’s dashboard, because the results can be catastrophic. As reported by The Hog Ring, an Illinois car owner found out the hard way that hand sanitizer—which contains high levels of alcohol—is highly flammable. Click here to see the results of… Continue reading Hand Sanitizer Left on Dashboard Causes Fire
Author: THE SHOP Staff
Key Performance Indicators Report — June 2020
A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is currently developing health and safety precautions to host the annual SEMA Show this November, according to an update issued by the organization. “We are steadfast in our belief that our members and our industry will recover more quickly from the current climate by safely coming together to share… Continue reading SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show
Specialty Vehicle Engineering Debuts Limited-Edition V8 Syclone
Based on the GMC Canyon, the Syclone is powered by a supercharged, 5.3-liter V8 engine…
Westin Names New Southern Regional Sales Manager
Westin Automotive has named industry veteran Chris Carr as southern regional sales manager, the company announced. Carr is a native of Louisiana currently residing in Texas and will operate from both his home office and Westin’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Distribution Center. “Chris’s experience and relationships within the region will be an immediate asset and we are… Continue reading Westin Names New Southern Regional Sales Manager
Magazine Group Acquires ‘Bring A Trailer’ Digital Auction Platform
Hearst Autos, publisher of Car and Driver, Road & Track and Autoweek, has announced the acquisition of Bring a Trailer, a digital auction platform and auto enthusiast community. The announcement was made by Hearst Magazines President Troy Young, Hearst Autos CEO Matt Sanchez, and Bring a Trailer co-founders Randy Nonnenberg and Gentry Underwood. Bring a… Continue reading Magazine Group Acquires ‘Bring A Trailer’ Digital Auction Platform
Dana Recognized as a GM Supplier of the Year
Dana Incorporated was named a GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors for both its driveline technologies and powertrain cooling solutions during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. This is the third consecutive year Dana has received the award. The Supplier… Continue reading Dana Recognized as a GM Supplier of the Year
NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals
The Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals, originally scheduled for July 31–Aug. 2 outside of Seattle, has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions in Washington state and King County that would not allow fans to attend the event. For the event to proceed with fans in attendance, King County, where the track is located, would need to… Continue reading NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals
Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities
Carlisle Events is teaming up with the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County and Project SHARE, a local food pantry, the car show and auction organizers announced. Both local agencies work to serve those in need. Project SHARE is a local food pantry and the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County provides community-based… Continue reading Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities
From the Mag: Dealing in Automobilia
Your customers will love old-car collectibles…
Turn 14 Distribution Adds ROUSH Performance to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution has added ROUSH Performance to its line card, the aftermarket performance parts distributors announced. “ROUSH Performance has an extensive and storied winning history in motorsports, performance parts engineering and manufacturing. Our customers have been requesting that we carry their products for many years,” said Mike Malloy, divisional purchasing manager, Turn 14 Distribution.… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ROUSH Performance to Line Card
Garrett Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Garrett Motion has announced that Sean Deason has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company. Deason is expected to assume the position effective June 30, 2020, or upon the receipt of the requisite relocation work permits. Previously, Deason was the CFO of WABCO Holdings Inc., a global supplier of advanced technologies for commercial… Continue reading Garrett Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators
The Trans Am Series is returning to the track this weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, following a four-month break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 45 cars amongst five classes are set to compete in races on Saturday and Sunday, which will be open to a limited number of spectators. Motorhome and tent camping… Continue reading Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators
Porsche 718 Upgraded for 2021
The Boxster and Cayman GTS models, both available with a 6-speed manual, can reach a top track speed of 182 mph…
The Most Popular Cars in America for 2020
According to Pretected.com, an insurance comparison website, the most popular car in America for the first half of 2020 is the Toyota Camry, followed by the Honda Accord in second place. In third place is the Ford F-150. In the last decade, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), that includes a lot of well-known brands… Continue reading The Most Popular Cars in America for 2020