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AWE Raising Money for Local Fire Department

AWE, a manufacturer of exhausts, intakes and intercoolers, is aiming to support local first responders at the local Horsham, Pennsylvania, fire department who are in need of protective equipment using its ‘Rev-Off’ video series. In the latest edition to the YouTube series, the company is promoting a GoFundMe campaign that is attempting to raise funds… Continue reading AWE Raising Money for Local Fire Department

Hennessey’s Hellcat V8 Gladiator Now in Production

The Hennessey Performance Engineering Maximus 1000 Jeep Gladiator is now in production, the Texas-based company has announced. Four of the 24 planned Maximus Gladiators have been built and have been taken to the desert for testing. See some footage from the test in the video above. “There’s nothing like jumping a 1000 HP Jeep over… Continue reading Hennessey’s Hellcat V8 Gladiator Now in Production

Junkyard Mini Cooper Transformed into Racing Simulator

A former owner of a race shop and tuning company, Brent Chaney of Salt Lake City, Utah, has given a junkyard Mini Cooper a second life after turning the scrapyard-bound R53 into a racing simulator. Documented by Motor Authority, Chaney totally dismantled the car and rebuilt the coupe in his basement, then installed a computer,… Continue reading Junkyard Mini Cooper Transformed into Racing Simulator

Targeting Your (Quarantined) Customers

The team at Kahn Media has been posting blogs and helpful links aimed at keeping aftermarket businesses informed and energized during the coronavirus pandemic. While there’s no denying these are tough economic times, there is some positive news as far as consumer engagement and opportunities to reach gearheads with time to spend in their garages.… Continue reading Targeting Your (Quarantined) Customers

SEMA Webinars Explain SBA Loan Programs, Labor Laws

A recently held SEMA webinar explaining the Paycheck Protection Program and other Small Business Administration loan programs, is now available for viewing as a recording, the organization announced. Hosted by Daniel Ingber, SEMA’s vice president of government and legal affairs, and C.E. “Tee” Rowe, president and CEO of America’s Small Business Development Centers, the webinar… Continue reading SEMA Webinars Explain SBA Loan Programs, Labor Laws

1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program

Brookville Roadster, a manufacturer of reproduction 1928-32 Ford replacement parts, and Freedom Road Rally, organizers of week-long classic-car road trips, have recently collaborated to donate a new 1929 Ford Model A roadster pickup body to the Pennsylvania College of Technology (PCT). In an effort to support the college’s restoration program and help the school to… Continue reading 1929 Ford Roadster Donated to College Restoration Program

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Black Rhino Hard Alloy Wheels to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution, an aftermarket performance parts distributor, has added to its wheel assortment with the addition of Black Rhino Hard Alloy wheels to its line card. “Black Rhino offers a massive assortment of wheels for trucks, SUVs, Crossovers, Jeeps, Subarus, camper-style vans, and even side-by-side off-road vehicles. With cast, Rotary Forged™, and forged monoblock… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Black Rhino Hard Alloy Wheels to Line Card

Ranch Hand Holding Giveaway for Community Workers Fighting COVID-19

Ranch Hand is a holding a product giveaway for workers currently fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. The company is currently accepting nominations of those who serve in their communities to win a Legend Series Grille Guard. The giveaway is open to doctors, nurses, first responders, teachers and other public workers. “Ranch Hand was founded on the… Continue reading Ranch Hand Holding Giveaway for Community Workers Fighting COVID-19

Keystone Automotive Compiling COVID-19 Resources

Keystone Automotive Operations is compiling resources to aid dealers attempting to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an email sent out to customers. The warehouse distributor has added a COVID-19 hub to its eKeystone website for dealers, which includes information on aid and assistance programs, including the recently passed CARES Act and its Paycheck Protection… Continue reading Keystone Automotive Compiling COVID-19 Resources

Hot Shot’s Secret Manufacturer Producing, Donating Hand Sanitizer

Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret performance oils and additives and other specialty lubrication products, has announced that it is redeploying a portion of the company’s Mt. Gilead, Ohio, manufacturing facility and headquarters to make alcohol-based hand sanitizer to assist with preventative care during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are now able to… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Manufacturer Producing, Donating Hand Sanitizer

Quadratec Hires Industry Veteran to Lead Wholesale Division

Quadratec, an independent Jeep aftermarket parts and accessories retailer, has announced the appointment of industry veteran Ray Weaver to oversee its wholesale division. “We are excited to welcome Ray to our team, as he brings strong leadership to our newly developed Wholesale Program,” said Quadratec CEO Ted Wentz III. “Our current and prospective customers will… Continue reading Quadratec Hires Industry Veteran to Lead Wholesale Division

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Pomona Dragstrip Used as Drive-Through Food Pantry

The Pomona, California, dragstrip known for being the home of the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals and the Auto Club NHRA Finals is serving a new purpose during the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a drive-through food pantry on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Fairplex, the 487-acre facility that is home to the dragstrip, announced… Continue reading Pomona Dragstrip Used as Drive-Through Food Pantry

Mast Motorsports Acquires Magnitude Performance, Names New CEO

Mast Motorsports has acquired Magnitude Performance, the company announced. Jason Youd, founder of Magnitude Performance, will be named CEO of Mast Motorsports. Youd will manage all aspects of Mast Motorsports and will support Mast Powertrain as managing director. Magnitude Performance is a specialized product company that focuses on highly technical products and service for the… Continue reading Mast Motorsports Acquires Magnitude Performance, Names New CEO