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Volkswagen Reveals ID.4 Compact SUV

Volkswagen has revealed some of the details behind the ID.4, an all-electric compact SUV, that will be launched in Europe in 2020, before later being sold in Asia and North America. It is the second vehicle to use Volkswagen’s modular electric drive architecture (MEB), following the compact ID.3. The ID.4’s aerodynamically designed exterior perfectly sets… Continue reading Volkswagen Reveals ID.4 Compact SUV

FIA Approves Drifting Vehicle Regulations

During a recent meeting, the FIA World Motor Sport Council approved the first ever common vehicle standards for drifting cars. Following a proposal from the FIA Drifting Commission, the new standards, dubbed as DC1, relate to the professional classes of the sport and were compiled in cooperation with industry experts from the leading drift series… Continue reading FIA Approves Drifting Vehicle Regulations

Paul Lee Unveils FTI Performance Livery for NHRA Gatornationals

Paul Lee, owner and driver of the Global Electronic Technology Nitro Funny car, will be sporting a new FTI Performance livery in honor of competing at FTI’s home track in Gainesville, Florida, during the 2020 NHRA Gatornationals. Lee acquired the FTI Performance company in August of 2019. FTI is a supplier to drag racers, specializing… Continue reading Paul Lee Unveils FTI Performance Livery for NHRA Gatornationals

Carvertise Launches Hundreds of Ad-Wrapped Rideshare Cars

Carvertise, a provider of transit-based rideshare advertising solutions, has announced it is opening new offices in Dallas, Chicago and Los Angeles in response to increased demand from these specific markets for Carvertise’s rideshare advertising campaigns. Carvertise provides a crowd-sourced media platform of rideshare and private individuals’ cars that unforgettably engages brands’ target audiences and puts… Continue reading Carvertise Launches Hundreds of Ad-Wrapped Rideshare Cars

Accudraft Paint Booths Names New Senior Vice President

Accudraft, a manufacturer of paint booths for finishing production, has announced the appointment of Brandon Lowder to the newly created position of senior vice president of auto and truck. Lowder will oversee the automotive and truck industries for Accudraft’s growing operation. “I am extremely excited to join the team at Accudraft,” said Lowder. “I love… Continue reading Accudraft Paint Booths Names New Senior Vice President

VAIS Technology Adds New Distributor

VAIS Technology has added SSR Distributor as a new distributor in Texas, the company has announced. “VAIS Technology continues to expand its distributor partnerships and is happy to have SSR Distributor on board,” said VAIS Technology EVP, Dennis Hopper. “Their expertise with sales, service, and support for dealers is top notch.” VAIS manufactures a satellite… Continue reading VAIS Technology Adds New Distributor

Scosche Collaborating with ProClip USA

Scosche Industries has announced that it will be partnering with ProClip USA to develop a line of vehicle-specific, magnetic and wireless charging smartphone mounts. Scosche’s MagicMount will be offered in three varieties and will be paired with direct fit ProClip vehicle mounts. “We’re excited about our collaboration with ProClip and the direct fit mount line,”… Continue reading Scosche Collaborating with ProClip USA

Video: St. Louis Museum Showcases Vintage Honda ‘S’ Models

Honda is marking 50 years of automobile sales in America this year, and to celebrate, has been featuring various vintage Honda vehicle collections in the Kokoro video series. One of the latest installments takes viewers to the Mungenast Classic Automobiles & Motorcycles Museum in St. Louis, Missouri. Established by a former Honda dealer—and one of… Continue reading Video: St. Louis Museum Showcases Vintage Honda ‘S’ Models

Hankook Tire Gives $15,000 for Nashville Tornado Relief Efforts

Hankook Tire America Corp.'s Vice President of Corporate Strategy Jay Kim presents American Red Cross Regional Philanthropy Officer Michael Hare with a $15,000 check to support the American Red Cross' tornado disaster relief operations in Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

ln the wake of the tornadoes that impacted parts of Nashville and Middle Tennessee last week, Hankook Tire has donated $15,000 to the American Red Cross for its disaster relief operations. Nashville and the Middle Tennessee region have been home for Hankook Tire’s American headquarters since moving its headquarters to the state and opening its… Continue reading Hankook Tire Gives $15,000 for Nashville Tornado Relief Efforts

KENWOOD Adds to Sales Team

Kenwood USA has added to its sales team with the hiring of Rob Voorhies as sales manager – special markets and Tim Hill as Midwest region sales manager, the automotive electronics manufacturer has announced. Voorhies brings 30 years of consumer electronics industry experience, serving in various roles including regional manager, national sales manager, GM of… Continue reading KENWOOD Adds to Sales Team

Formula 1 Closing Bahrain Grand Prix to Public

This year’s Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix will be a ‘participants-only’ event, race organizers have announced, citing the international coronavirus outbreak and travel restrictions currently limiting people who have visited a list of affected countries from entering Bahrain. “In consultation with our international partners and the Kingdom’s national health taskforce, Bahrain has made the decision… Continue reading Formula 1 Closing Bahrain Grand Prix to Public

PRI Announces New Marketing Coordinator

Ashton Robinson has joined Performance Racing Industry (PRI) as marketing coordinator, the trade show organizers have announced. Robinson will support the day-to-day operations for the annual trade show, as well as its associated media, according to an announcement from PRI. “My entire life revolves around motorsports and the automotive industry. I grew up around motorsports… Continue reading PRI Announces New Marketing Coordinator

Featured Product: Body Armor 4×4 2005-2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Short Bed Rock Sliders

The 2005-2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Short Bed Revo Rock Sliders from Body Armor 4×4 are designed to provide added protection between a vehicle and obstacles. Made from 1.75-inch tubing with a .120-inch wall and fitting 5-foot bed models, the rock sliders feature a 25-degree angle and a two-stage, black powder coat finish, protecting rocker… Continue reading Featured Product: Body Armor 4×4 2005-2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Short Bed Rock Sliders

McLaren Reveals Faster, Lighter 765LT

Originally scheduled to make its debut at the cancelled Geneva Auto Show, McLaren has revealed the newest member of its ‘Longtail’ efforts, the 765LT. The new car, McLaren says, focuses on attributes that underpin every LT: driver engagement, track-focused dynamics, minimized weight, optimized aerodynamics and increased power. Designed with the track in mind, advanced carbon… Continue reading McLaren Reveals Faster, Lighter 765LT