DEI Appoints New VP of Sales & Marketing

Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI) has appointed Brad Bricker as its new vice president of sales and marketing, the company announced. In his new role, Bricker will manage the inside sales team focused on DEI’s automotive aftermarket products, as well as work with automotive aftermarket representatives, outside representatives in the RV and Powersports groups, and DEI’s… Continue reading DEI Appoints New VP of Sales & Marketing

Ford Expands Support of Collision Tech Training Program

Ford Motor Company has a formed strategic partnership with Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, to support the growth of the Collision Engineering Program (CEP) currently operating at several schools around the country, the organizations announced. The new industry partnership will expand the CEP to a new college that will become the seventh school… Continue reading Ford Expands Support of Collision Tech Training Program

Go Fund Me Campaign Launched for Accele Manager Who Lost House to Fire

Brian Paille, national sales manager for Accele, recently lost his home to a house fire, CE Outlook reported. A Go Fund Me page has been set up to support Paille and his family. Click here to read the full story at CE Outlook and to donate to the Go Fund Me campaign.

Nitto Tire Celebrates KOH Victories

Nitto Tire is celebrating its success at the 2023 King of The Hammers Powered by OPTIMA Batteries, winning three races, the tire manufacturer said. For the second consecutive year, the top winner for Nitto Tire was Raul Gomez, who won the Nitto Race of Kings, besting 104 other racers. In addition to Gomez’s victory, Nitto… Continue reading Nitto Tire Celebrates KOH Victories

AudioControl President Alex Camara Leaves Company

Alex Camara will be leaving his positions as executive vice president, AAMP Global, and president, AudioControl, to pursue new opportunities, effective March 1, AAMP Global announced. Camara will remain a shareholder in AAMP Global and an observer to the company’s board of directors. Camara acquired AudioControl in 2013 as it served as a supplier for… Continue reading AudioControl President Alex Camara Leaves Company

Team Allied Distribution Adds California Warehouse

Team Allied Distribution has opened a fifth Northern California warehouse facility located in Stockton, California, the company announced. The new location aims to further improve Team Allied’s reach and level of service throughout the San Joaquin Valley and Bay Area, the company said. The fully integrated warehouse formerly operated as Wicked Flow’s Northern California distribution… Continue reading Team Allied Distribution Adds California Warehouse

BorgWarner Announces Name, CEO of Spin-Off Company

BorgWarner has announced Brady Ericson will serve as the new president and chief executive officer, and Chris Gropp will serve as executive vice president and chief financial officer of the separate, publicly traded company that will result from completion of the previously announced proposed spin-off of BorgWarner’s Fuel Systems and Aftermarket segments, the company revealed.… Continue reading BorgWarner Announces Name, CEO of Spin-Off Company

Tint World Opens New Houston-Area Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is opening a new location in Webster, Texas, the company announced. Tint World Houston-Webster, owned by John Anhalt, will provide the Southeast Houston area with automotive aftermarket performance and style accessories and services, including window-tinting solutions. “Tint World delivers ultra-premium service and industry-leading value for drivers in any category,” Anhalt… Continue reading Tint World Opens New Houston-Area Location

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Kentrol to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Kentrol to its line card, widening its selection of stainless-steel Jeep replacement parts, the company announced. “Kentrol is the original brand in the DuraTerrain family. The other brands include RustBuster and Fishbone Offroad. Offering replacement parts for Jeep CJs, Wranglers and Gladiators 1955-2022. Their top-selling items for… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Kentrol to Line Card

EGR USA Adds Distribution Partners

EGR USA has partnered with six new distributors for its products in North America, the company announced. The newly signed distributors include Atech Motorsports, Dix Performance North, Frank Supply Company, New Level Motorsports, Competition Specialties and Premier Performance Products Distribution, the company said. All six distributors are now authorized to sell EGR RollTrac electric and… Continue reading EGR USA Adds Distribution Partners

WEATHER GUARD to Sponsor NASCAR Truck Series Bristol Dirt Race

WEATHER GUARD has been named the title sponsor of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race for the Bristol Motor Speedway dirt race in April and the Official Truck Tool Box for Bristol Motor Speedway, the company announced. In the entitlement portion of the partnership, The WEATHER GUARD Truck Race on Dirt is scheduled to take… Continue reading WEATHER GUARD to Sponsor NASCAR Truck Series Bristol Dirt Race

Taylor Cable Products Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Taylor Cable Products is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, the company announced, and kicked off the celebration at the Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, California. “This is a prestigious show and a favorite of ours because it draws the enthusiasts that Taylor Cable products cater to, so we couldn’t think of a better… Continue reading Taylor Cable Products Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and CAR (Consumer Access to Repair) Coalition have all expressed support for United States Reps. Neal Dunn, R-FL, Brendan Boyle, D-PA, Warren Davidson, R-OH, and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-WA, for reintroducing the ‘Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act’ (H.R. 906),… Continue reading Bipartisan ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation Reintroduced in Congress

Ram Previews All-Electric Pickup

Production of the Ram 1500 REV is slated to begin in 2024…

Rockford Speedway to Close Following 2023 Season

After more than 70 years of hosting races, Rockford Speedway in Rockford, Illinois will close at the completion of the 2023 season and be redeveloped for commercial opportunities, track officials announced. “For years we have watched the surrounding area evolve into a vibrant retail corridor, this day has been coming and while it’s great for… Continue reading Rockford Speedway to Close Following 2023 Season