Al Gaspar, industry icon and former president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), passed away at his home in Cave Creek, Arizona…
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ANALYSIS: Green Car Sales to Hit New Record in 2018
The year 2018 is looking to be the greenest year yet for the auto market, according to new data from Edmunds, the car shopping and information platform..
Gas Prices Prove to be Holiday Grinch
GasBuddy projects that average Christmas Day gas prices will be their highest since 2013…
Three Ways Shops Are Countering DIY Steel Bumper Demand
With the increasing popularity of DIY steel bumper kits, many consumers are rejecting pre-made steel bumpers and buying DIY kits instead. Consumers are attracted to these DIY bumper kits for three main reasons: DIY bumper kits are sold at a lower price than pre-made steel bumpers DIY bumpers are more customizable than most pre-made steel… Continue reading Three Ways Shops Are Countering DIY Steel Bumper Demand
2019 Silverado: All New from the Ground up
As Chevrolet celebrates the 100th anniversary of producing its first truck, the company has released images of the 2019 Silverado…
Steve Saleen Brings Back S7 Supercar
Saleen Automotive Inc. revealed its 1,300-horsepower Saleen S7 Le Mans (LM) Edition at the recent LA Auto Show. The S7R race version has won at every major racetrack in the world, including Daytona, Sebring, Nurburgring, and the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. The S7 LM Edition commemorates that seven-year run of consecutive racing victories… Continue reading Steve Saleen Brings Back S7 Supercar
DEI Introduces LS Engine Coil Pack Heat Shield
DEI now offers a solution for coil failure due to heat or relocating coil packs for added protection against under-hood radiant heat…
LIQUI MOLY Records New Sales Watermark
LIQUI MOLY has exceeded the half-billion euro annual sales mark for the first time. That translates to $589 billion in U.S. currency…
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders Names President, Operations Manager
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders has made some personnel changes…
Ford Releases Details on 2018 Project Vehicle Program
SEMA has released the criteria for the Ford Motor Co. project vehicle program in 2018…
Bloomberg: Carmakers Want Silicon Valley’s Tech Without Its Patent Wars
As automakers turn their vehicles into app-laden computers on wheels, there’s one habit they don’t want to acquire from Silicon Valley: fighting over patents in court. Manufacturers from BMW AG to Hyundai Motor Co. to Ford Motor Co. are trying to learn from the smartphone wars, which cost technology companies hundreds of millions of dollars in legal fees, as they prepare to revolutionize… Continue reading Bloomberg: Carmakers Want Silicon Valley’s Tech Without Its Patent Wars
LINE-X Stores to Offer ValuGard Undercoating and Rust Prevention
LINE-X has teamed up with ValuGard to create an even more complete vehicle enhancement and customization stop at select LINE-X franchises across the nation…
House Committee Passes Outdoor Recreation Bill Supported by SEMA
The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee passed legislation designed to promote access to outdoor recreation opportunities, streamline the permitting process for guides and recreation enthusiasts, and…
R&R Marketing Hires Director of Marine and Recreational
R&R Marketing Consultants Inc. has hired David Rocco as director of marine and recreational…
AACF to Help California Fire Victims
AACF is poised to offer emergency financial assistance to aftermarket industry families that qualify who were affected by the California wildfires…