Mercedes-AMG is developing a new electric exhaust gas turbocharger to be used on the next generation of AMG vehicles, the company announced. Already in the final stages of development, the electric exhaust gas turbocharger will be used in a series production model from Affalterbach. Developed in partnership with Garrett Motion, this technology comes straight from… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Developing Electric Exhaust Gas Turbocharger
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Lubrication Specialties Hires New Vice President of Global Sales
Lubrication Specialties, manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand of performance additives and oils, has named Todd Cawley as the company’s first vice president of global sales. The position was filled in June of this year in response to the unprecedented growth LSI has encountered in multiple markets in the USA and the potential to capture… Continue reading Lubrication Specialties Hires New Vice President of Global Sales
Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July
The 2020 Goodguys Rod & Custom Association event season will officially relaunch with its “Mid-Summer Classic” on Independence Day weekend, July 3-5, in Des Moines, Iowa, with the 29th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals presented by BASF, the group has announced, while the PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio have been cancelled. Social distancing and additional health… Continue reading Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July
Webinar: Overcoming Financial and Employee Challenges in the COVID-19 Era
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) hosted a webinar earlier this week discussing key issues important to small businesses in the COVID-19 era, which is currently available for viewing. Hosted by Elizabeth Milito, NFIB’s senior executive counsel, and Holly Wade, director of the NFIB Research Center, the webinar covers employment, financial and operational challenges.… Continue reading Webinar: Overcoming Financial and Employee Challenges in the COVID-19 Era
Honda Adds Special Edition Trim for 2021 Pilot
The 2021 Honda Pilot is beginning to arrive at dealerships with a new Special Edition (SE) trim, standard 9-speed transmission with paddle shifters, standard dual-zone climate control and a new Platinum White Pearl color available for the Black Edition trim. The new 2021 Pilot SE builds on the popular EX-L trim with additional features that,… Continue reading Honda Adds Special Edition Trim for 2021 Pilot
What If? Hagerty Imagines 1970 Bronco Raptor
As part of a new series, Hagerty has imagined an alternate reality in which the same ingredients that make today’s Ford F-150 Raptor such a hit, were mixed into the original Bronco. Complete with images and a write-up from a fictional edition of Hagerty’s Michigan Powerboat and Lake Newsletter from 1969, the specialty automotive outlet… Continue reading What If? Hagerty Imagines 1970 Bronco Raptor
Roush Mustang Giveaway Benefiting Restoration of Henry Ford Estate
Fair Lane Estate, the former home of Clara and Henry Ford, is giving away a 2020 Roush Stage 3 Mustang to raise funds for the restoration of the estate, the Fair Lane Board of Trustees has announced. Custom designed for the giveaway, the Mustang features carbon fiber mirror caps and manual shifter ball, serial dash… Continue reading Roush Mustang Giveaway Benefiting Restoration of Henry Ford Estate
Mustang Mach 1 Returns
Designers integrated multiple components from the Shelby GT350 into the fastback coupe’s 5.0-liter V8 engine…
KC HiLites Joins Forces with Tread Lightly
As part of the company’s 50th Anniversary celebration, KC HiLites is teaming up with Tread Lightly, a non-profit focused on promoting responsible outdoor recreation, the off-road lighting manufacturer announced. To support Tread Lightly’s efforts to educate the public on outdoor ethics and enhance access to public lands, KC will be donating 10% of KC LED… Continue reading KC HiLites Joins Forces with Tread Lightly
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees
The NASCAR Hall of Fame announced its three inductees for the Class of 2021, with Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mike Stefanik and Red Farmer set for enshrinement next winter. The three-member class was the first elected under new voting rules, with nominees divided into Modern Era and Pioneer Era groups. Two were chosen from a field… Continue reading Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees
AWE Names Shubin Director of Sales
AWE Tuning has announced that Darron Shubin, former VP at MagnaFlow, has joined the company’s executive team as the director of sales. Shubin will be leading the company’s sales and customer support teams and overseeing AWE’s sales strategy. “With AWE’s growth into so many new markets in the last 36 months, including major Modern Muscle… Continue reading AWE Names Shubin Director of Sales
Goodwood Cancels 2020 Festival of Speed, Revival
Goodwood has cancelled its annual Festival of Speed and Revival, citing COVID-19 concerns, organizers announced. “Early summer usually brings the excitement of a busy event season well underway, creating a hive of activity across all areas of the estate. Instead, Goodwood remains unseasonably quiet and we are holding our breath, hoping that the next few… Continue reading Goodwood Cancels 2020 Festival of Speed, Revival
KNIPEX Tools Releases 30-Day Tool Tips Video Series
KNIPEX Tools is launching a 30-day “KNIPEX Tool Tips” video series, the company announced. Every day from June 1-June 30, the official KNIPEX Facebook page will release short videos of product demos, helpful tips and unexpected uses for some of KNIPEX’s tools. All videos are hosted by Peter Grable, KNIPEX’s product manager. With the COVID-19… Continue reading KNIPEX Tools Releases 30-Day Tool Tips Video Series
FNHI Changes Name to Worksport
Franchise Holdings International has officially changed its business name to Worksport, the company announced. Worksport says the change, effective May 21, is in response to its growing global brand recognition and overall brand growth strategy. The company has requested the stock symbol WKSP and is awaiting FINRA to approve the corporate action. Worksport manufactures tonneau… Continue reading FNHI Changes Name to Worksport
Meyer Distributing Acquires ADC
Automotive specialty product distributor Meyer Distributing has acquired the Pennsylvania-based Automotive Distributing Company. ADC has been fully integrated into the Meyer platform, and the combined forces of the two companies will allow for increased service levels on many fronts throughout the Northeast, the company says. “We have been looking to expand our relationships in the… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Acquires ADC