Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has announced the winners of the “Instructor of the Year” award at each of its 16 UTI, MMI, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT campuses. Consideration for “Instructor of the Year” includes the overall contribution to the campus, through peer mentoring and departmental support. “We have so many outstanding, experienced and dedicated… Continue reading UTI Announces Instructors of the Year
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Yukon Gear & Axle Products Now Available at Total Truck Centers
Yukon Gear & Axle products are now available through AAM Group’s Total Truck Centers after joining the group as supplier partner, the company announced. The company currently provides a variety of drivetrain parts including differentials, axles, driveshafts, super joints and ring and pinion installation kits. In addition to Yukon Gear & Axle products, products from… Continue reading Yukon Gear & Axle Products Now Available at Total Truck Centers
AllPro Distributing Named AAM Group Member of the Year
The AAM Group honored AllPro Distributing as its 2023 Member of the Year at the organization’s annual Membership Meeting earlier this month, the organization announced. Each year AAM makes this selection based on five key metrics: active participation, growth as a percentage, marketing participation, participation in group buys, and PRO rebates participation, the group said.… Continue reading AllPro Distributing Named AAM Group Member of the Year
Wilwood Engineering Appoints Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager
Wilwood Engineering has appointed Brian Cox as its new media relations manager, the company announced. Cox will join the marketing/advertising team and optimize and organize media ad buys, ad campaign creative and more, the company said. “Wilwood has been the go-to Braking option for so many editorial and project vehicles for decades now, and in… Continue reading Wilwood Engineering Appoints Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager
Toledo Jeep Fest Targets Record Year
Organizers are seeking representation from all 50 states at the 2023 event…
Velocity Modern Classics Restructures Executive Team
Velocity Modern Classics has restructured its executive team, the company announced. Stuart Wilson, founder and former CEO, will continue to lead Velocity Modern Classics with a renewed focus on brand strategy and operations as executive chairman, the company announced. Jeremy Hans will assume the role of chief executive officer of Velocity, moving from his previous… Continue reading Velocity Modern Classics Restructures Executive Team
VOXX Electronics Partners with Crossover Marketing
VOXX Electronics Corporation has named Crossover Marketing as its new manufacturer’s representative firm for the Pacific Northwest market, the company announced. The firm—founded by Rob Sutton and Paul Pilat, and now joined by Sam Sutton—will be focused on dealer development and innovative marketing strategies to help its partners achieve measurable results and reach their mutual… Continue reading VOXX Electronics Partners with Crossover Marketing
Turn 14 Distribution Adds GiroDisc to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added to its selection of performance braking components with the addition of GiroDisc to its line card, the company announced. “GiroDisc provides cost-effective bolt-on two-piece rotor solutions for those seeking exceptional braking performance rivaling big brake and carbon ceramic kits without the exceedingly high costs. This unique position… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds GiroDisc to Line Card
RealTruck Rebrands Sales Team, Hosts Training at SEMA Garage
RealTruck has officially rebranded all areas of the business after finalizing the rebranding of its sales team as the RealTruck, Inc. Sales Team, the company announced. Additionally, the company is also transitioning manufacturing websites to realtruck.com and launching a dealer locator on realtruck.com, RealTruck representatives said. The change aims to make it easier for truck… Continue reading RealTruck Rebrands Sales Team, Hosts Training at SEMA Garage
DEI Partners with Summit Motorsports Park for 2023 Season
Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI) has formed a marketing partnership with Summit Motorsports Park, the company announced. Summit Motorsports Park is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2023, the track announced. “Summit Motorsports Park has a long tradition of excellence, from promoting motorsports competitors to providing high-quality experiences for fans and enthusiasts,” said Steve Garrett, DEI creative… Continue reading DEI Partners with Summit Motorsports Park for 2023 Season
Martin & Co. Celebrating 30th Anniversary in 2023
Martin & Company, a full-service marketing solutions firm specializing in automotive aftermarket brands, is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023 and marking the occasion with an accompanying 30th-anniversary promotion, the company announced. Established in 1993, Martin & Company is a marketing agency serving the specialty performance aftermarket and has partnered with many performance brands over… Continue reading Martin & Co. Celebrating 30th Anniversary in 2023
Holley Appoints New President & CEO
Holley has appointed Matthew Stevenson as its new president and chief executive officer (CEO), the company announced. Effective June 6, Stevenson will replace Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Gloeckler, who will be remaining with Holley as a member of the Board. Stevenson joins Holley from Blue Bird Corporation where he served as president… Continue reading Holley Appoints New President & CEO
AAM Group Recognizes Suppliers at Annual Meeting
The AAM Group presented awards to eight supplier partners at its recent annual Membership Meeting in Frisco, Texas, earlier this month, the organization announced. Highlighted by the Partnership and Group Impact Awards, the categories also included Data Quality, Fastest Growing, Manpower Excellence, Marketing Excellence, Product Innovation, Profit Generator and Shipping Excellence, AAM Group representatives said.… Continue reading AAM Group Recognizes Suppliers at Annual Meeting
KICKER Completes Dealer Training
KICKER played host to more than a dozen dealers and rep firms earlier this month during a two-day training and tour of KICKER Headquarters, the company announced. The group was also the first to experience a demo of the new KICKER Ford Bronco, equipped with nine 12-inch SoloX L7X subwoofers and 36,000 watts of KICKER… Continue reading KICKER Completes Dealer Training
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Gen-Y Hitch to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its product offerings in the truck segment with GEN-Y HITCH, the company announced. “GEN-Y HITCH shows that not all tow hitches are created equal. The company’s adjustable drop hitches are extremely strong and versatile, providing a single hitch that can be used with multiple truck and trailer… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Gen-Y Hitch to Line Card