Author: THE SHOP Staff

IHRA Updates Status of Member Tracks

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has compiled a list of member tracks that are open for bracket racing and a separate list of member tracks open for limited private or by reservation testing. IHRA member tracks that are back to weekly Summit SuperSeries racing events (listed by state): Prescott Raceway — Arkansas Immokalee Regional… Continue reading IHRA Updates Status of Member Tracks

Champion Oil Decreases MWD Price

Champion Oil, a manufacturer of semi-synthetic and full synthetic motor oils, announced that effective May 19, it will be instituting a price decrease for master Warehouse Distributors (MWD) of branded motor oils, compressor oils, 2 cycle oils, 4 cycle lawnmower oils, bar & chain, transmission fluids, tractor fluids, hydraulic fluids, gear oils, greases and industrial… Continue reading Champion Oil Decreases MWD Price

Truck Covers USA Sponsoring Gladiator Veteran Giveaway

San Diego-based Truck Covers USA has announced that it will serve as a sponsor for a 2020 Jeep Gladiator build by North American Motor Car, in conjunction with Sierra Delta Service Dogs for Veterans, that will be given away to a veteran on Veteran’s Day 2020. The Gladiator will come equipped with Truck Covers USA’s… Continue reading Truck Covers USA Sponsoring Gladiator Veteran Giveaway

Toyota Debuts All-New Venza

Toyota Breaks the Sameness Barrier With All-New 2021 Venza Crossover

With a striking new debut, Toyota is breaking the sameness barrier in the midsize two-row crossover utility vehicle (CUV) category. The all-new 2021 Venza delivers an intuitive driving experience with smooth acceleration, predictable handling, and low noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), all wrapped in a sophisticated design. The all-new 2021 Venza comes equipped with the… Continue reading Toyota Debuts All-New Venza

Quake LED Joins Forces with UVC Light Labs to Combat COVID-19

Off-road light manufacturer Quake LED and UVC light distributor UVC Light Labs have formed a partnership to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic, the companies announced. The strategic partnership between the Colorado-based LED manufacturer and UVC Light distributor is aimed at getting the proven coronavirus-killing technology into the hands of everyone in the automotive industry by… Continue reading Quake LED Joins Forces with UVC Light Labs to Combat COVID-19

Ziebart Offers ‘Do’s and Don’t’s’ for Car Cleanliness

A vehicle could be a hotbed of germs and bacteria, if not properly cleaned. Ziebart is offering helpful car sanitization tips, including identifying and disinfecting high-touch point areas inside and outside of their vehicles.

A vehicle could be a hotbed of germs and bacteria, if not properly cleaned. That’s why Ziebart, a provider of vehicle appearance and protection services, is offering helpful car sanitization tips, including identifying and disinfecting high-touch point areas inside and outside of their vehicles. Currently, select Ziebart locations are offering a free wipe down of… Continue reading Ziebart Offers ‘Do’s and Don’t’s’ for Car Cleanliness

SEMA Reveals Hall of Fame Inductees

Rich Barsamian, Jack Chisenhall, John Gaines and Joe St.Lawrence will receive the specialty-equipment industry’s highest honor as they are set to become the newest members of the SEMA Hall of Fame. The four are the latest representatives of an esteemed group of industry icons who have influenced and inspired the $44.6 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry.… Continue reading SEMA Reveals Hall of Fame Inductees

Karma Automotive Debuts Supercar-Capable EV Platform

Karma's new racing-inspired full-BEV E-Flex Platform features a four-motor all-wheel-drive system, 1,100 HP and a targeted 0-60 mph in less than 1.9 seconds.

Karma Automotive has announced the initial development-stage completion of its Karma High-Performance E-Flex Platform, the third in a series of demonstration efforts showcasing the company’s in-house technology capabilities and E-Flex Platform initiative, a program offering mobility solutions through versatile EREV (extended range electric vehicle) and BEV (battery electric vehicle) modular platforms. Karma’s newest E-Flex Platform… Continue reading Karma Automotive Debuts Supercar-Capable EV Platform

NMRA, NMCA Change Location of Event

NMRA and NMCA have changed the location of their next event due to the COVID-19 crisis, organizers announced. Based on the Illinois regional plan, organizers said, it is unlikely the Chicago-area will reopen for a spectator event in a reasonable amount of time. The Nitto Tire NMRA/NMCA Super Bowl of Street-Legal Drag Racing Presented by… Continue reading NMRA, NMCA Change Location of Event

Maxxsonics Receives ISO 9001 Certification

Mobile electronics manufacturer Maxxsonics has received ISO 9001 certification, the company announced. “I feel that this was an incredible learning experience for the company as a whole and believe that the ISO 9001:2015 standard will help Maxxsonics provide its customers with the best quality products on time and consistently,” said Maxx Stiefel, vice president general… Continue reading Maxxsonics Receives ISO 9001 Certification

Goodguys Reschedules Nashville Nationals

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association has rescheduled its 15th annual Nashville Nationals from its original June date to Aug. 28-30, the group announced. “After careful thought and consideration, we have made the decision to reschedule the Goodguys 15th Nashville Nationals, originally scheduled for June 12-14, 2020 at Nissan Stadium, to August 28-30, 2020 at the… Continue reading Goodguys Reschedules Nashville Nationals

S&W Performance Group Founder Passes at Age 84

The Weney family has announced that devoted husband, father of four children, accomplished businessman and drag racer, Walter Weney Jr., ran out of horsepower and passed away peacefully on May 15, 2020. Walt was born in Pennsylvania, during the 1930s and from an early age he was determined to make his mark on the world.… Continue reading S&W Performance Group Founder Passes at Age 84