Smart Glasses Aid Porsche Techs

Augmented reality is coming to U.S. car repairs at Porsche dealerships across the country. Porsche Cars North America has begun rolling out Tech Live Look to its 189 U.S. dealers. The system connects technicians to remote experts via smart glasses for a live interaction that the company says can shorten service resolution times by up… Continue reading Smart Glasses Aid Porsche Techs

2018 No-Prep Triple Crown

Here’s the final edition of every pairing at the 2018 No-Prep Triple Crown, presented by Lane Automotive, held June 16 at US 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan. Participating companies included Allstar Performance, QuickCar, Fragola Performance Systems, NGK Spark Plugs, Totalseal Piston Rings, MAHLE, MAHLE Motorsport North America, Nitrous Express, Yukon Gear & Axle, Edelbrock Performance, COMP Cams, King Racing, FK Rod Ends, Eagle… Continue reading 2018 No-Prep Triple Crown

Chevy: Blazer Redesign Has Attitude

Chevrolet has introduced the redesigned 2019 Blazer, set to hit dealerships in early 2019…

AEV Teases the ‘Recruit Ram’

American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has set its sights on the Ram 1500 for its latest creation. The company’s half-ton Recruit proof-of-concept vehicle was created for off-road performance while maintaining factory ride and handling. The Recruit’s 4-inch DualSport-SC suspension is its marquee upgrade. AEV offered an existing 4-inch lift system for the base Ram 1500 and… Continue reading AEV Teases the ‘Recruit Ram’

Lane Automotive No Prep Triple Crown Perseveres Through Rain and Soaring Temps

The June 16 No Prep Triple Crown Presented by Lane Automotive was initially plagued by a dose of morning showers that swept through west Michigan’s US 131 Motorsports Park. However, the day rebounded to become a “resounding success,” according to Lane Automotive. The second annual drag racing event featured three distinct classes: True Street, Small Tire… Continue reading Lane Automotive No Prep Triple Crown Perseveres Through Rain and Soaring Temps

Helping Shops Succeed

Bestop applies innovation and a listening ear to ensure that distributors and jobbers alike have the tools needed to share the Bestop story and ultimately sell its products. “Our partnerships throughout our distributions channels that are crucial to connecting our products to consumers,” said Bill Gibson, Bestop vice president of sales. “If our partners succeed,… Continue reading Helping Shops Succeed

Five Ways to Lower the Cost of Insurance

As the founder and manager of SEMA’s Installers Edge program, at Alliant Insurance we deal with a wide array of automotive shops with varying degrees of technical skills. From street rod builders to off-road shops, the one common theme is the potential risk associated with their work. About This Sponsored Content Alliant Insurance Services Inc.… Continue reading Five Ways to Lower the Cost of Insurance

Shop Helps High Schoolers Wrap Florida Sheriffs Vehicles

The Sheriff’s Office of Hernando County, Florida recently had a couple of its vehicles wrapped by Illusions Custom Auto Graphics, a Hudson, Florida wrap and graphics shop with more than 25 years’ experience…

NXT 360: Ready for Action

Global vehicle solutions provider AM General has debuted its next generation light tactical vehicle: the NXT 360. The model highlights “evolutionary changes to the already proven High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) platform,” according to the company. The NXT 360 is currently on display at the Eurosatory 2018 Defence & Security International Exhibition in Paris.… Continue reading NXT 360: Ready for Action

Two Organizations Deserving of Attention

*See above for photos from the author’s adventures with Team Rubicon and The Mission Continues Last weekend I had the opportunity to go to Buckhorn Camp west of Fort Collins, Colorado, to do some training with Team Rubicon. You are now looking at a Level 1 Sawyer (no, I can’t cut down that tree in… Continue reading Two Organizations Deserving of Attention

Shop Tour: Sal’s Hot Rod Hideout

While some customers in Redding, California trust Sal Gonzales for servicing and repairing all kinds of domestic and imported vehicles, the shop really is dedicated to being a serious hotrodders hideout…

Ken Block Attacks Japan

The veteran drifter burned plenty of rubber at the 2018 Tokyo Auto Salon…

Q&A: Curt Group CEO, Rock Lambert

Rock Lambert reached his one year anniversary as CEO of CURT Group in March. Lambert came to the company with 20 years of executive leadership experience and several years spent in the powersports market, including with Ski Doo Sea Doo (BRP Group). Lambert’s first year on the job included several changes and achievements at the… Continue reading Q&A: Curt Group CEO, Rock Lambert

VIDEO: Hellwig President Warns Tariffs Could Increase Product Pricing

Melanie Hellwig White discusses how U.S. tariffs on imported steel and aluminum are affecting the industry…

Mullin Automotive Museum Lends Prized California Artwork

Mullin Automotive Museum will lend 19 works from notable California artists to the local Carnegie Art Museum for a new exhibit opening June 16. The exhibit-California Artists from the Mullin Automotive Museum Collection-will spotlight significant works that represent the rich diversity of fine art that is present in the famed automotive museum’s collection, according to… Continue reading Mullin Automotive Museum Lends Prized California Artwork