Automotive columnist and author Rob Siegel is one of many car enthusiasts grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic and what it has meant for everyday life, as well as his hobby. But even though he can’t caravan for 17 hours down the East Coast to his favorite BMW rally, Siegel has found that there’s still plenty… Continue reading Even in Quarantine, There’s Plenty to Keep Enthusiasts Busy
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Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March
Aftermarket parts and accessories eCommerce is up 42% since the first week of March 2020, according to Hedges & Company data. Hedges & Company, a digital marketing agency serving the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports industries, is tracking weekly eCommerce activity in the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports aftermarket industries. The company analyzed… Continue reading Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March
3M Enters Collaboration Agreement with Wrapmate
Wrapmate, an end-to-end digital platform for graphics projects, has entered a three-year global collaboration agreement with 3M Commercial Solutions to help businesses improve their marketability within the print, signage and vehicle graphics industry. This collaborative agreement is an expansion of the initial six-month collaboration first announced in September of 2019. It will provide customers with… Continue reading 3M Enters Collaboration Agreement with Wrapmate
The Great Race Rescheduled for August
The 2020 Hemmings Motor News Great Race has been rescheduled for Aug. 22-30 from San Antonio, Texas, to Greenville, South Carolina, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers announced. The Great Race has worked with mayors and city officials of towns along the route to take steps to ensure the safety of participants and spectators, organizers… Continue reading The Great Race Rescheduled for August
Willow Springs Ultimate Street Car Event to Proceed as Scheduled
Ultimate Street Car Association officials have announced it will hold the OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car event at Willow Springs International Raceway on May 29-30 as originally scheduled. According to a post on the USCA’s Facebook page, Kern County, California, health officials are allowing the venue to reopen to host the event. Spectators… Continue reading Willow Springs Ultimate Street Car Event to Proceed as Scheduled
Bestop Producing Masks for Healthcare and Essential Workers
Bestop, a manufacturer of Jeep soft tops and accessories, has transformed its manufacturing facility to enable personal protective equipment (PPE) production for healthcare and essential workers. Masks as well as a plastic face shield are currently in production. PRP and Softopper, also members of the Bestop Premium Accessories Group, will be producing masks out of… Continue reading Bestop Producing Masks for Healthcare and Essential Workers
AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show
Organizers of The AAPEX Show have released a statement indicating that they are currently planning to proceed with the 2020 trade show as scheduled. The show is set to be held Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. “At this time, we plan to proceed with AAPEX 2020 as scheduled, Nov. 3-5,” the statement said. “We continue… Continue reading AAPEX Releases Statement Regarding 2020 Trade Show
AERA Hosting Engine Professional Webinar
The Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA) has announced it will be hosting a webinar featuring industry engine experts in place of its cancelled and postponed AERA Tech and Skills Conferences. Four panelists, Lake Speed Jr. of Total Seal Piston Rings, Billy Godbold of Comp Cams, Ben Strader of EFI University and Keith Jones of Total… Continue reading AERA Hosting Engine Professional Webinar
Morgan Lucas Appointed President of Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil Products, the California-based distributor and manufacturer of motor oils and additives, has announced that Morgan Lucas, senior vice president of Lucas Oil Products and son of Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, will take over as the newly appointed President of Lucas Oil. As Lucas Oil continues to grow and expand into different markets, Morgan… Continue reading Morgan Lucas Appointed President of Lucas Oil Products
Motor State Distributing Adds Dana to Line Card
Motor State Distributing has added Dana Incorporated to its expanding vendor product line, the parts distributor has announced. For more than a century, Dana has produced drivetrain components for everything from street cars to heavy-duty off-road trucks. Through their Spicer brand, Dana offers those same parts to the aftermarket, including rugged axle and axle components,… Continue reading Motor State Distributing Adds Dana to Line Card
FCA Announces ‘Drive for Design’ Contest Winners
Three students from Michigan and California have taken the top spots in this year’s FCA Drive for Design contest. Entries submitted from high school students in grades 10-12 from across the country were reviewed virtually by FCA’s automotive design team and special guest judge Josh Welton. This year’s 10-week competition asked students to sketch a… Continue reading FCA Announces ‘Drive for Design’ Contest Winners
Vintage Air Designing and Manufacturing PPE
Vintage Air, a manufacturer of air conditioning systems for muscle cars, hot rods and street rods, has turned to designing and manufacturing personal protective equipment amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The company, with input from family practice physician Dr. Brett M. Woehr of San Antonio, Texas, is releasing a limited run of CS-1 professional-grade, high-visibility face… Continue reading Vintage Air Designing and Manufacturing PPE
QA1 Hosts Socially Distanced Cruise
Last week, over 400 vehicles joined QA1, a manufacturer of suspension and driveline products, for the first ‘Get Out and #goDRIVEit Cruise.’ With social distancing in mind, drivers remained in their vehicles while enjoying 100-miles of cruising through the Minnesota River Valley. The cruise was designed so people could get out and drive their vehicle,… Continue reading QA1 Hosts Socially Distanced Cruise
SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars
SEMA has announced the final three installments of its six-part webinar series featuring tips and resources for navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. The final three webinars will focus on planning for the future in a strategic manner and how to emerge from the pandemic in a stronger position than before. Hosted by Mike Brown, founder and… Continue reading SEMA Hosting COVID-19 Recovery Webinars
USMA Providing COVID-19 Resources for Racers
The United States Motorsport Association has created a toolkit for racers, teams and racetracks containing best practices for the resumption of racing following COVID-19-related restrictions. The toolkit includes guidelines for reopening racetracks, as well as best practices for participants, track staff, media and fans during events. Click here to access the toolkit.