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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.

UAW, Automakers Continue Contract Negotiations

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is continuing negotiations with the three major American automakers, according to a report from Reuters. According to the Reuters report, the union made a labor contract counterproposal on economic issues to Ford, while Stellantis and General Motors are set to make counteroffers this week. The current four-year labor agreement,… Continue reading UAW, Automakers Continue Contract Negotiations

DPI Off-Road Brands Restructures Sales Team

DPI Off-Road Brands has expanded and restructured its sales team, in addition to appointing Vern Kaufman as its new national sales manager, the company announced. Kaufman has more than three decades of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry and previously held the position of national sales manager at Hellwig Automotive and Under Cover/Truck Hero, the… Continue reading DPI Off-Road Brands Restructures Sales Team

Timbren Names New National Sales Manager

Timbren Industries has promoted Dwayne Ryan from business growth specialist to the position of national sales manager, the company announced. Ryan joined Timbren in April 2021, the company said, and has played a role in growing Timbren’s sales. “Great company, great product, great people,” said Ryan. “I’m happy to be part of this winning combination!… Continue reading Timbren Names New National Sales Manager

Jay Woodall Joins AACF Board of Trustees

Jay Woodall, general manager, National Accounts Retail/Branded at Interstate Batteries, has been elected to the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) Board of Trustees, the organization announced. “We’re thrilled to welcome Jay as a new member of our Board. Interstate Batteries has had a long history of supporting AACF and Jay brings a wealth of talent… Continue reading Jay Woodall Joins AACF Board of Trustees

SEMA Show New Products Showcase Relocates to North Hall

The 2023 SEMA Show New Products Showcase is relocating to the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2023 SEMA Show, event officials announced. Accessible exclusively to SEMA Showgoers during the Oct. 31-Nov. 3 trade show, the New Products Showcase displays new products from throughout the automotive aftermarket. “The New Products Showcase… Continue reading SEMA Show New Products Showcase Relocates to North Hall

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Granatelli Motor Sports to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its selection of performance automotive parts and accessories with the addition of Granatelli Motor Sports to its line card, the company announced. “With its strong engineering background, Granatelli Motor Sports has consistently pushed the boundaries of racing and vehicle performance, allowing them to remain at the forefront of performance for… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Granatelli Motor Sports to Line Card

Artec Industries Receives Patent for APEX Axle Truss

Artec Industries has received a patent for its APEX Axle Truss system, the company announced. The patented APEX Axle Truss system features a peaked shaped top which provides extra rigidity to the axle when trussed, according to Artec engineers, and is designed to reduce weight and installation time with the elimination of long weld seams.… Continue reading Artec Industries Receives Patent for APEX Axle Truss

DEI to Sponsor The Shootout Drag Racing Event

Design Engineering Inc. (DEI) will serve as a class presenting sponsor at The Shootout 2023 drag racing event, the company announced. In its 30th year, The Shootout is a Mitsubishi and DSM racing event schedule for Sept. 15-17 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. On-track action will include competition for DSM and Mitsubishi classes,… Continue reading DEI to Sponsor The Shootout Drag Racing Event

TechForce Partners With BASF on Scholarship Program

The TechForce Foundation is partnering with BASF on a new scholarship program that will include a trip to the 2023 SEMA Show, the organizations announced. Called “Techs for Tomorrow,” the program will award up to five scholarships of $2,500, in addition to a paid trip to the 2023 SEMA Show to applicants currently enrolled in… Continue reading TechForce Partners With BASF on Scholarship Program

Report: UAW Files Unfair Labor Practice Charges Against GM, Stellantis

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has filed unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board against General Motors (GM) and Stellantis, according to a report from Reuters. The union claims that the automakers have refused to bargain in good faith. Both manufacturers have denied the claim, according to the report. Ford has… Continue reading Report: UAW Files Unfair Labor Practice Charges Against GM, Stellantis

Continental Tire Named Official Tire of USF Pro Championships

Continental Tire has been named the Official Tire of the USF Pro Championships and its three ladder series, USF Pro 2000, USF2000 and USF Juniors, with a five-year agreement beginning in 2024, Anderson Promotions announced. The tires will be manufactured at Hoosier Racing Tire in Plymouth, Indiana, and supplied to competitors beginning in November for… Continue reading Continental Tire Named Official Tire of USF Pro Championships

Quadratec Passes Halfway Point of 50-State Trail Cleanup Effort

Quadratec has officially surpassed the halfway point of its 50-state trail cleanup effort, the company announced. Over the course of 28 projects, the initiative has rallied together 909 volunteers who collectively worked over 5,600 hours and removed nearly 96,000 pounds of trash while improving 704 miles of trail, the company said. Throughout the course of… Continue reading Quadratec Passes Halfway Point of 50-State Trail Cleanup Effort

Bring a Trailer, Pennzoil Form Partnership

Automotive auction platform Bring a Trailer (BaT) is partnering with Pennzoil on several collaborative projects, the companies announced. According to a statement announcing the partnership, both companies will participate in an array of activation elements, including collaborative content, a dedicated page on BringaTrailer.com, co-promotion of the brands, educational elements, giveaways, charity auctions for exclusive experiences,… Continue reading Bring a Trailer, Pennzoil Form Partnership