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

Galpin Motors Owner Herbert F. ‘Bert’ Boeckmann Passes Away

Herbert F. “Bert” Boeckmann II, owner of Galpin Motors, passed away at the age of 92, the dealership group announced. Galpin Motors provided the following obituary for Boeckmann: The patriarch of the Boeckmann family and pioneer of the one of most respected car dealership groups in North America has passed away. Herbert F. “Bert” Boeckmann… Continue reading Galpin Motors Owner Herbert F. ‘Bert’ Boeckmann Passes Away

API Publishes Report on Lubricant Life Cycle & Carbon Footprint Analysis

The American Petroleum Institute (API) has published a new report, API Technical Report (TR) 1533, Lubricants Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprinting – Methodology and Best Practice, which defines terminology and identifies industry-specific practices for life cycle assessment of lubricants and specialty products, the organization announced. The purpose is to promote consistency in the application… Continue reading API Publishes Report on Lubricant Life Cycle & Carbon Footprint Analysis

Georgia Tint World Completes Custom Job for Steve Harvey

The Tint World location in Chamblee, Georgia, recently completed a custom project for television personality Steve Harvey, the company announced. The Atlanta-area retailer built a custom Omega Psi Phi-themed Polaris Sportsman 570 for Harvey with the following features: Painted Purple Chrome Wrapped in Omega Yellow Custom Wheels Custom Headlight & Taillights Racesport Light bar Underglow… Continue reading Georgia Tint World Completes Custom Job for Steve Harvey

Jeep Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Jeep Beach

The Jeep brand celebrated the 20th anniversary of Jeep Beach in Daytona Beach at the annual Jeep gathering, the automaker said. The event drew more than 230,000 attendees and 30,000-plus Jeep SUVs, organizers said. Making an appearance on the beach was the Jeep brand’s new 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 392, as well as the… Continue reading Jeep Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Jeep Beach

Mitch Williams Joins RIGID Industries

RIGID Industries has appointed Mitch Williams as its new president, the company announced. “Mitch Williams is a seasoned leader with a proven track record in the industry,” said Doug Wolma, president of safety solutions for Clarience Technologies, the parent company of RIGID Industries. “RIGID continues to grow and today enjoys its position as the preferred… Continue reading Mitch Williams Joins RIGID Industries

Tint World Opens New California Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is opening a new location in Agoura Hills, California, the company announced. Owned and operated by Habib and Melody Golshayan, Tint World Agoura Hills will serve drivers and auto enthusiasts throughout western Los Angeles County and offers automotive aftermarket performance and style accessories and services, the franchisees said. “Melody and… Continue reading Tint World Opens New California Location

Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

A new five-part documentary series featuring NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson and other dirt track racers will premiere later this month on Fox Sports 1, the cable network announced. Dirt: The Last Great American Sport, a series produced by FloSports Studios, shines a spotlight on the blood, sweat and grease involved with dirt track… Continue reading Dirt Racing Docuseries Set for Premiere

IMSA Narrows Diverse Driver Development Scholarship Candidate Field

IMSA has narrowed its field of drivers to 10 candidates for the 2024-25 IMSA Diverse Driver Development Scholarship, the sanctioning body announced. The recipient, to be named later this year, will receive benefits worth more than $250,000 to assist them in competing in one of three IMSA-sanctioned series during the 2024 season. According to the… Continue reading IMSA Narrows Diverse Driver Development Scholarship Candidate Field

MAP Services Adds Quantum Fuel Systems to Client Portfolio

MAP Services has added Quantum Fuel Systems to its client portfolio, the company announced. MAP Services provides minimum advertised price monitoring and enforcement services and specializes in the automotive and powersports industries. Quantum Fuel Systems, based in Ventura, California, provides direct fit OEM replacement and high-performance fuel system solutions for the powersports and automotive industries.… Continue reading MAP Services Adds Quantum Fuel Systems to Client Portfolio

Avery Dennison Marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month with Sun Protection Tips

Skin Cancer Foundation and its Corporate Council member company Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions are recognizing Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May, the organizations announced. To mark the annual initiative, Avery Dennison is highlighting the benefits of daily sun protection, including the use of automotive and architectural window film, the company said. According to the Skin… Continue reading Avery Dennison Marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month with Sun Protection Tips

Hot Shot’s Secret Expands NTPA Sponsorship

Hot Shot’s Secret is expanding its National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) Championship Pulling Series sponsorship for 2023, the company announced. The expanded partnership establishes a six-event bonus series and point fund titled the Hot Shot’s Secret Challenge. This points challenge will provide a payout in excess of $30,000 to the top three-point earners per division.… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Expands NTPA Sponsorship

The Importance of Visual Communication

Amid shrinking attention spans, visual communication is quickly becoming the most impactful way to communicate, a new survey from Canva says. According to the online design platform, global business leaders are showing a strong preference for using visuals, over text and audio, in any work situation, and nearly all agree that visual methods increase efficiency,… Continue reading The Importance of Visual Communication

SEMA California Rally Offers Chance to Lobby for Aftermarket

SEMA is inviting all SEMA-member companies based in California to register for its SEMA California Rally, the organization announced. The event, scheduled for June 8 in Sacramento, will provide an opportunity for SEMA-member companies to advocate on behalf of the automotive aftermarket industry with key lawmakers, the organization said. The rally will cover issues impacting… Continue reading SEMA California Rally Offers Chance to Lobby for Aftermarket