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

Registration Opens for CAN Connect 2023

Custom Automotive Network (CAN) is Registration for CAN Connect 2023 is now open, the Custom Automotive Network announced. The annual conference is scheduled for Sept. 5-8 and will be held at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa. According to event organizers, CAN Connect provides prescheduled private meetings with partners you want to meet with rather… Continue reading Registration Opens for CAN Connect 2023

Meyer Distributing Opens New Washington Cross-Dock

Parts distributor Meyer Distributing is opening a new cross-dock in Bellingham, Washington, the company announced. The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Hermiston, Oregon distribution hub. “Meyer has expanded inventories significantly in RV parts this year in the Northwest,” said Ben Johnson, Meyer’s RV, Towing and Marine Category sales manager. “Having larger RV… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Opens New Washington Cross-Dock

ORBA Launches New Website

The Off-Road Business Association (ORBA), a non-profit organization that serves businesses and professionals in the off-road and OHV industry, has launched a redesigned website under a new domain, the organization announced. ORBA’s updated web presence—www.offroadbusiness.org—focuses on communicating ORBA’s mission, current and future projects, industry news and member business spotlights. The new website also features a… Continue reading ORBA Launches New Website

SEMA Cares Hosting Informational Webinar

SEMA Cares, the charity arm of SEMA, is hosting a webinar to help members discover different ways to get involved, the organization announced. Scheduled for May 23 at 11:30 a.m. PT, the webinar will include representatives from the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer, Childhelp Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Victory Junction, SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Cares Hosting Informational Webinar

RealTruck Announces Executive Team Additions

RealTruck has made four new additions to its executive team under the leadership of CEO Carl-Martin Lindahl, the company announced. Tammy Bohen joins RealTruck as chief human resources officer; Eric Dale is the new general counsel; Ken Hossler is RealTruck’s new senior vice president of manufacturing and Kelly Szatkowski joins as the company’s senior vice… Continue reading RealTruck Announces Executive Team Additions

Bestop Partners With Heather Storm for New Online Video Series

Bestop and television personality Heather Storm have partnered to create a new digital automotive series, the company announced. The series, Heather Storm Off Road, will follow Storm, who recently moved from Los Angeles to a small town in Colorado, as she connects with the off-road community, and learns about the vehicles and adventures in her… Continue reading Bestop Partners With Heather Storm for New Online Video Series

Applications Open for SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display Program

Applications for the 2023 SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display program are now open, show organizers said. Each exhibitor-sponsored vehicle accepted will also be featured in the SEMA Show app displaying the vehicle’s image, make, model, year, color, products used as part of the build, builder’s name and the name and booth number of the sponsoring… Continue reading Applications Open for SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display Program

Turn 14 Distribution Adds BFGoodrich to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its range of tires with the addition of BFGoodrich to its line card, the company announced. “BFGoodrich is a well-established tire manufacturer that has been innovating for over a century. While its road-going offerings are impressive, BFGoodrich has been a highly requested brand for Turn 14 Distribution’s… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds BFGoodrich to Line Card

Nomination Period for Techs Rock Awards Opens May 15

TechForce Foundation’s 5th annual Techs Rock Awards will be accepting nominations for technicians beginning on May 15, the organization announced. TechForce created the awards to honor professional technicians who are full of passion and grit, exhibit true excellence in their work and inspire the next generation of techs, the group said. The Techs Rock Awards… Continue reading Nomination Period for Techs Rock Awards Opens May 15

NFIB: Labor Quality Now Top Small Business Owner Concern

The most recent edition of the NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index found that labor quality is now the top small business owner concern, the organization announced. Labor quality was the top business problem at 24%, with inflation in second place by one point at 23%, according to the report. “Optimism is not improving on Main… Continue reading NFIB: Labor Quality Now Top Small Business Owner Concern

Timbren Names New VP of Sales

Timbren has appointed John Marshall as its new vice president of sales, the company announced. Marshall has 28 years of experience in the industry, serving in roles centered in account development, brand management and customer relations with distributors, retailers, OEMs and more, the company said. “I am thrilled to be joining the team. Timbren has… Continue reading Timbren Names New VP of Sales