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

Wes Wise Joins AACF Board

Wes Wise, vice president of professional sales for O’Reilly Auto Parts, has been elected to the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) Board of Trustees, the organization announced. Wise joined O’Reilly in 1991 as a Merchandising Specialist at store 4039-Springfield, Missour. He held many different management positions within the organization, and after completing his master’s degree,… Continue reading Wes Wise Joins AACF Board

Magna Acquires Veoneer Active Safety Business

Magna International has entered into an agreement with Veoneer to acquire Veoneer’s Active Safety business from SSW Partners, a New York based investment partnership, for $1.525 billion in cash, subject to working capital and other customary purchase price adjustments, the companies announced. Combining Veoneer’s Active Safety competence and product portfolio with Magna’s Advanced Driver Assistance… Continue reading Magna Acquires Veoneer Active Safety Business

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Vossen Wheels to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Vossen Wheels to its line card, the company announced. “Vossen Wheels is a premium wheel brand that has a large customer base in the luxury and performance automotive markets. Vossen Wheels are dedicated to its vision of designing innovative styles, aspiring to provide the utmost excellence in… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Vossen Wheels to Line Card

Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

Firstech, the maker of Compustar, DroneMobile and Momento, has announced a new direct partnership with retailer Tint World, the companies announced. As part of the new partnership, Tint World franchise partners will gain direct access to Firstech’s catalog of vehicle remote start, security and telematics solutions. Brands offered will include Compustar, iDatastart, DroneMobile, tesa tape… Continue reading Firstech Forms Direct Partnership with Tint World

F1 Establishes All-Women Academy Development Series

Five teams have been confirmed for the new Formula 1 all-women Academy Series, the series announced. Five veteran outfits in junior categories have confirmed their entries for next year with ART Grand Prix, Campos Racing, Carlin, MP Motorsport and PREMA Racing fielding three cars each to form the 15-car grid, the series said. F1 Academy… Continue reading F1 Establishes All-Women Academy Development Series

Eldora to Host $1M Winged Sprint Car Race

Eldora Speedway will host winged sprint cars for the richest purse in sprint car history for its third version of the Eldora Million, track owner Tony Stewart announced. Set for July 12-13, the unsanctioned event will feature a winner’s purse of $1,002,023 from a total purse of $1.4 million and is a cooperative effort with… Continue reading Eldora to Host $1M Winged Sprint Car Race

Head of Aftermarket Business at Continental Retires

Howard Laster, head of Continental’s automotive aftermarket business in North America, will retire by the end of this year, the company announced. James Bayley, head of the associated business area Smart Mobility in North America, will be taking over the role temporarily until a successor is announced, the company said. Laster, a 45-year veteran of… Continue reading Head of Aftermarket Business at Continental Retires

Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program

McPherson College has created an endowed scholarship fund for students pursuing a degree in automotive restoration thanks to a $1 million donation from the Rob and Melani Walton Foundation, the school announced. The Rob Walton Scholarship Fund will focus on attracting and retaining students in the college’s automotive restoration program. The $1 million gift from… Continue reading Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program

Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show

The 2023 Washington, D.C. Auto Show will return to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Jan. 20-29 with top manufacturers as they showcase their latest models and advancements in motor technology, as well as a collection of classic and exotic cars, live car painting, and multiple interactive experiences, event organizers announced. Educating attendees on what… Continue reading Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show

MAHLE Aftermarket Opens New Mississippi Warehouse

MAHLE Aftermarket has opened a new automated warehouse in Olive Branch, Mississippi, the company announced. The warehouse aims to speed up deliveries to workshops and distributors, reduces the frequency of returns, and enables an order to be commissioned within 30 minutes, MAHLE representatives said. MAHLE has invested over $6 million in the 13,000 sq. ft.,… Continue reading MAHLE Aftermarket Opens New Mississippi Warehouse

Hot Shot’s Secret Named ODSS Title Sponsor

Hot Shot’s Secret has signed a two-year agreement to become the title sponsor of the Outlaw Diesel Super Series (ODSS) for 2023 and 2024, the company announced. Hot Shot’s Secret also recently announced title sponsorship for the National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) for 2023. With title sponsorship confirmed for ODSS and NHRDA, Hot Shot’s… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Named ODSS Title Sponsor

Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away

Jim Fosgate, founder of Rockford Fosgate, has passed away, the audio systems manufacturer announced. The company provided the following statement: Jim Fosgate, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, inventor, founder, and friend to many, passed away Wed., Dec. 7, just two days after his 85th birthday. Bill Jackson, Rockford president and CEO stated “Jim was always… Continue reading Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away