The Boxster and Cayman GTS models, both available with a 6-speed manual, can reach a top track speed of 182 mph…
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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
Electrify America Completes First of Two Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Cross-Country Routes
Electrify America today announced the completion of its first cross-country route, which allows electric vehicle (EV) drivers to travel from coast to coast using the largest open DC fast-charging network in the United States. It is the first of two cross-country routes the network will complete this year, and spans 11 states and over 2,700… Continue reading Electrify America Completes First of Two Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Cross-Country Routes
Lamborghini Completes Development of V12 Track Car
The naturally aspirated engine exceeds 830 horsepower and produces more downforce than a GT3 car…
Daystar Announces Personnel Additions, New Brand Segments
Daystar (DPI) has named Ray Fundora as its new CEO and president, the company announced, in addition to the segmentation of its brands. Fundora has over 30 years of managerial experience in aftermarket accessories for light trucks, automotive and specialty vehicles. His work history includes guiding major companies such as Nivel Parts & Manufacturing, TAG/LEER,… Continue reading Daystar Announces Personnel Additions, New Brand Segments
Jessi Combs Officially Recognized as ‘Fastest Woman on Earth’
Jessi Combs was officially recognized as the ‘Fastest Woman on Earth,’ Motor Authority reports, after officials at Guinness World Records accepted the speeds recorded at the run that ultimately led to her fatal crash. Combs’ record, officially 522.783 mph, is for the fastest speed on land achieved by a woman. Combs died last year while… Continue reading Jessi Combs Officially Recognized as ‘Fastest Woman on Earth’
USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
The Ultimate Street Car Association (USCA) has appointed Eric Heller as the new segment manager for the autocross and Speed-Stop competitions, according to Performance Racing Industry. Heller will be responsible for all aspects of competition elements for the two segments including course design and set-up, timing and scoring, staffing and more. Heller has an extensive… Continue reading USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
Wendell Scott: NASCAR’s First Black Racer
In 1963, NASCAR Hall of Famer Wendell Scott became the first Black racer to win a Grand National Series race and did so largely scraping by on his own. Unable to ever secure a sponsor, Scott ran in NASCAR’s top series from 1961-73, finishing as high as 15th in the season standings. Although he encountered… Continue reading Wendell Scott: NASCAR’s First Black Racer
Ford Ranger Tops American-Made Rankings
Cars.com has released its 2020 American-Made Index (AMI). Now in its 15th year, the AMI is an independent annual list that ranks the new vehicles that contribute most to the U.S. economy based on criteria ranging from U.S. factory jobs and manufacturing plants to parts sourcing. The No. 1 most American-made vehicle for 2020 is… Continue reading Ford Ranger Tops American-Made Rankings
Specialty Chemical Manufacturer Produces Hand Sanitizer for Local Healthcare Facilities
When the opportunity to help local healthcare communities arose, Atlanta-based Momar, Inc., took the opportunity to volunteer. A manufacturer of specialty chemicals, including automotive care products, for the commercial, industrial and institutional markets, the company partnered with the Georgia Institute of Technology to produce a new hand sanitizer to provide to local healthcare facilities. “We… Continue reading Specialty Chemical Manufacturer Produces Hand Sanitizer for Local Healthcare Facilities
SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
SEMA is hosting a new virtual series focused on rebuilding business partnerships and operations following the recent economic downturn, the group announced. Titled “Industry Talks: Back to Business,” the series begins June 26 at 10 a.m. PT, and will be hosted by the SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO). The event will address essential business practices… Continue reading SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Joe Maylish to Sales and Program Manager
MAHLE Motorsport has promotoed Joe Maylish to sales and program manager for the company’s North American motorsports division, General Manager Brad Green announced. MAHLE manufactures pistons and is a piston liaison between upper level professional racing, OE and the specialty equipment automotive aftermarket. The U.S. motorsports division operates out of the company’s North American headquarters… Continue reading MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Joe Maylish to Sales and Program Manager
MotorsportReg Launches New Electronic Waiver Service
MotorsportReg has launched a new electronic waiver service, SpeedWaiver, that will allow racing organizations and participants to digitally sign and access liability waivers, the company announced. “The COVID-19 global pandemic has us all looking for ways to engage in our hobbies with more physical distance. Over the last few weeks, we’ve heard loud and clear… Continue reading MotorsportReg Launches New Electronic Waiver Service
Apple Giving iPhones Digital Car Key Function
Apple is integrating new software into its iPhones so that the devices can be used as a car key, the company revealed during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, and that BMW will be the first to offer the new technology starting with the 2021 BMW 5-Series starting in July. The system will allow users to… Continue reading Apple Giving iPhones Digital Car Key Function
Studies Show Global Electric Vehicle Market Could Exceed $800 Billion by 2027
Although recent report total revenue numbers may differ in the global electric vehicle market, new studies from Statista and Allied Market Research say the future is very optimistic and project a significant rise in revenues in the next several years. The report from Statista projected that between 2019 and 2026, the size of the global… Continue reading Studies Show Global Electric Vehicle Market Could Exceed $800 Billion by 2027