Atech Motorsports is now offering the Philadelphia Racing Products (PRP) line of parts for racing and high-performance vehicles. PRP designs and manufactures its products in the USA. The line covers the spectrum from adjustable timing pointers and radiator caps to a complete line of accessory brackets, coolant and breather tanks, motor plates, switch panels—even replacement… Continue reading Philadelphia Racing Products Now Available at Atech Motorsports
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SpeedVideo to Broadcast Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout
SpeedVideo will be broadcasting the Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout this upcoming December, event organizers have announced. “SpeedVideo has a long history with no prep racing and we’re proud that it will continue with the addition of Winter Meltdown 5 in 2020,” said Tom Bobolts, SpeedVideo’s General Manager. “As Matt said, we shouldn’t see too… Continue reading SpeedVideo to Broadcast Winter Meltdown 5 No-Prep Shootout
Key Performance Indicators Report — April 2020
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VP Racing Fuels Producing Hand Sanitizer
VP Racing Fuels, a manufacturer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has announced the launch of VP Hand Sanitizer to support the needs of commercial businesses, retailers and race tracks. “In response to the COVID-19 crisis and requests from customers, we’ve expanded our product lines to include a top-quality 80% alcohol antiseptic product,” said Alan… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Producing Hand Sanitizer
Stimulus Checks Boosting Mobile Electronics Sales
Mobile electronics retailers, reps and distributors are reporting a notable boost in sales following the release of government stimulus payments to consumers, according to a CE Outlook poll. Dealers have reported back to the magazine that sales are up 20% to 300% in the mobile electronics segment since stimulus checks hit consumers’ bank accounts, and… Continue reading Stimulus Checks Boosting Mobile Electronics Sales
Channellock Launches Online Learning Tools for Students
Across the nation, 45 states have closed their schools to help stem the spread of coronavirus, affecting more than 52 million students. As schools turn to distance learning, students in trade programs without access to their school workshop now have a new tool at their fingertips. Channellock is sponsoring two new online platforms for trade… Continue reading Channellock Launches Online Learning Tools for Students
2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Cancelled
Knowing that entrants, judges, volunteers and guests face ongoing health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance have decided to cancel the Show which was scheduled for August 16, 2020. “My heart goes out to all of the people who are involved in the Pebble Beach Concours and who… Continue reading 2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Cancelled
Automotive Paint Manufacturer Retools to Produce Hand Sanitizer
In an effort to help alleviate chronic shortages of Personal Protective Equipment for medical workers combating COVID-19, AutomotiveTouchup, a New Orleans based manufacturer of automobile paints and supplies, repurposed part of its production line to produce and donate more than 900 units of hand sanitizer for hospital use at LCMC Health New Orleans. “It was… Continue reading Automotive Paint Manufacturer Retools to Produce Hand Sanitizer
European Leather Supply Largely Unaffected by COVID-19
According to automotive upholstery blog The Hog Ring, supply of Hydes Leather and Alcantara from German and Italian warehouses has been largely unaffected by the coronavirus pandemic. While the blog had previously reported that Italy and Germany had halted leather production, any product marked as inventory could still be packaged and shipped, meaning supply of… Continue reading European Leather Supply Largely Unaffected by COVID-19
Ford Performance Unveils Electric Dragster Prototype
It won’t hurt your ears and doesn’t use a drop of fuel, but it’s projected to crush the quarter-mile in the low-8-second range at more than 170 mph. For the first time ever, Ford Performance has introduced a one-off Mustang Cobra Jet factory drag racer with all-electric propulsion. The battery-powered Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 prototype… Continue reading Ford Performance Unveils Electric Dragster Prototype
Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign
Jeep accessory retailer Quadratec has announced a new social media campaign, Hands-On HomeSchool, in an effort to get parents and kids into the garage, or out on the driveway, working on vehicles. With schools closed and kids at home, it’s a great time to teach your kids how to work on the family’s Jeep, the… Continue reading Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign
Winners of 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest Announced
Toyota has announced the winners of the 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest. The nine winners were chosen by a national panel of judges who assessed artwork by 41 finalists. The finalists were selected by Toyota team members and dealer employees nationwide from a pool of 97 semi-finalists. At 1,700, the contest received a… Continue reading Winners of 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest Announced
Coker Tire Expands Product Line with Avon Tyres Addition
Coker Tire Company, a manufacturer and supplier of collector vehicle tires and wheels, has expanded its product line with the addition of Avon Tyres. The British brand manufactures tires for European sports cars and vintage American trucks from the 1940s to the 1980s. Coker Tire now offers Avon tires in the following styles: Avon Turbospeed… Continue reading Coker Tire Expands Product Line with Avon Tyres Addition
PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period
Organizers of the 2020 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show have extended the priority exhibitor application deadline to Friday, June 12, the group announced. The extension aims to give exhibitors additional time to plan for the event. The deadline to receive a full refund has already been extended to Sept. 1. “PRI remains fully committed to… Continue reading PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period
SEMA Data Co-op Offering eCommerce Data Updates
The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free eCommerce plugins to help SEMA members enhance online retail sales, the group announced. “As the country continues to shelter at home, consumers are spending more time shopping online,” the group said in the announcement. “Smart businesses are focusing on online sales and product data to mitigate downturns due… Continue reading SEMA Data Co-op Offering eCommerce Data Updates