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Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School Announce Partnership

Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School have announced a collaboration that will allow BTR, manufacturer of high-performance automotive parts, access to high performance training. This alignment aims to serve as a catalyst to strategically grow each company’s staff and dealer network. “We’re very excited to be partnering with The Tuning School.  With our combined… Continue reading Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School Announce Partnership

FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre Shows Off Advanced Driving Simulator

The FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre (ARDC) inaugurated a new Vehicle Dynamics Simulator (VDS) lab recently, launching the most advanced driving simulator technology available in North America. With nine directions of movement and specific driver calibration, the new simulator closely duplicates the actual driving experience. “Our new VDS is cutting-edge technology that emulates a… Continue reading FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre Shows Off Advanced Driving Simulator

Vehicles Owned by ‘The Fast and the Furious’ Star Paul Walker Up for Auction

A group of 21 collectible vehicles from the personal collection of the late actor Paul Walker has been consigned to Barrett-Jackson’s 49th Annual Scottsdale Auction, January 11-19, 2020. Best known for his role as Brian O’Connor in the renowned The Fast and the Furious franchise and his charitable work that carries on through the Paul Walker… Continue reading Vehicles Owned by ‘The Fast and the Furious’ Star Paul Walker Up for Auction

Fiat Offering ‘Scorpion Sting’ Graphics for 124 Spider Abarth

Fiat has announced it will make the “Scorpion Sting” Appearance Group available on the performance-oriented Fiat 124 Spider Abarth. “Every Fiat 124 Spider comes standard with turbocharged open-air fun,” said Tim Kuniskis, global head of Alfa Romeo and head of Passenger Cars Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA -“ North America. “The Scorpion Sting Appearance… Continue reading Fiat Offering ‘Scorpion Sting’ Graphics for 124 Spider Abarth

Tint World Receives ‘Franchise Times’ Top 200+ Ranking

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has been named to the Franchise Times Top 200+ list for 2019. This marks the seventh year the company has been named as a top performing U.S.-based franchise brand. “To receive this type of recognition again is gratifying, but honors like this wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and determination… Continue reading Tint World Receives ‘Franchise Times’ Top 200+ Ranking

VP Racing Fuels Boosts Distribution with California Fuels & Lubricants

VP Racing Fuels has signed a new distribution agreement with California Fuels and Lubricants, of Garden Grove, California, servicing the Los Angeles and Orange Counties. “California Fuels & Lubricants is a first-class, professional organization, known throughout Southern California for the best service in the region,” said Bruce Hendel, VP’s vice president, North American Sales –… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Boosts Distribution with California Fuels & Lubricants

Author Donates Autographed Copies of Book for All-Female High School Race Team Fundraiser

“I’m creating a team of female race car drivers, who are in high school, to teach them about STEM related subjects and careers. Your book is on my must-read list, the story of racing told from a dog’s point of view, I was hooked from the first page. Do you have time for an interview… Continue reading Author Donates Autographed Copies of Book for All-Female High School Race Team Fundraiser

2020 Ford Super Duty Offers Plenty of Power

The Ford F-Series is once again delivering for its most demanding and hardworking customers by producing its most capable and powerful heavy-duty pickup ever – the new 2020 F-Series Super Duty. “Ford truck customers are building a better world with Super Duty and we’re helping them work even harder with the most available diesel towing,… Continue reading 2020 Ford Super Duty Offers Plenty of Power