General Motors is planning to launch Corvette as its own brand beginning in 2025, according to a report from Car and Driver. The brand’s electrified lineup, according to the report, will include a four-door coupe and a crossover. Click here to read the full story from Car and Driver.
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Jeep Adds Earl Exterior Paint Color for 2023 Gladiator
Jeep is expanding the Gladiator palette with the addition of the Earl exterior paint color to the 2023 lineup, the company announced. Initially featured on the Gladiator Farout concept, Earl, a shade of gray with hints of aquamarine, joins the Gladiator lineup following its production debut earlier this year on the 2023 Wrangler lineup. “The… Continue reading Jeep Adds Earl Exterior Paint Color for 2023 Gladiator
Piston Foundation Names New Manager of Development
Sperry Hutchinson has been named the manager of development for The Piston Foundation, the organization announced. The Piston Foundation is dedicated to bringing more young people into the collector car industry and spread the importance of skilled trade careers. “The Manager of Development role is meant to coincide with this need, leading the day-to-day effort… Continue reading Piston Foundation Names New Manager of Development
Hyundai, GFG Style to Collaborate on 1974 Pony Coupe Concept Rebuild
The concept car was originally designed by GFG’s Giorgetto Giugiaro for Hyundai’s global debut at the 1974 Turin Motor Show…
MidwayPlus Reaches Platform Integration Deal with Freight Carrier
MidwayPlus has formed a new partnership with a major global freight carrier, the company announced. The agreement does not allow MidwayPlus to disclose the identity of the freight carrier, MidwayPlus representatives said. The new partnership will include pre-negotiated rates with shipping solutions for manufacturers, logistics and customs brokerage solutions, the company said. “MidwayPlus is providing… Continue reading MidwayPlus Reaches Platform Integration Deal with Freight Carrier
Fox Factory Recaps First Year of Trail Trust
Fox Factory created Trail Trust in November 2021, and in just one year, has donated over $1 million to more than 70 nonprofit organizations supporting sustainable outdoor access across seven countries worldwide, the company announced. “As an industry leader, we believe it’s our responsibility to ensure that our playgrounds continue to exist for generations to come, and… Continue reading Fox Factory Recaps First Year of Trail Trust
LKQ ‘Holiday Vote’ Charitable Program Returns
LKQ Corporation, parent company of Keystone Automotive Operations, kicked off its 2nd annual ‘LKQ Cares Holiday Vote’ charitable program on Giving Tuesday, the company announced. The program will run through Dec. 5. LKQ has doubled its contribution from last year, committing to donate a total of $1 million to the following philanthropic organizations: American Cancer Society… Continue reading LKQ ‘Holiday Vote’ Charitable Program Returns
Oracle Lighting Collects 4 Awards at SEMA Show
Oracle Lighting collected four awards to add to its showcase at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the company announced. During the annual trade show, Oracle Lighting received the SDC Data Excellence Award, runner-up for Best New Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product 2023 for its Integrated Bronco Windshield Roof LED Light Bar, a Global Media Award… Continue reading Oracle Lighting Collects 4 Awards at SEMA Show
SEMA Webinar to Cover Social Media Strategy
An upcoming webinar from the SEMA ARMO Council will feature two social media experts discussing online presence and shop promotion using social media, the organization announced. Scheduled for Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. PST, the webinar will feature THE SHOP contributor Barry Alt, founder of Motorhead Digital and a digital marketing expert focused on the… Continue reading SEMA Webinar to Cover Social Media Strategy
Tenneco to Supply Suspension, Anti-Vibration Components for Rivian
Tenneco has been selected to provide suspension and anti-vibration performance components for electric-vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive, the company announced. Tenneco’s CVSA2/Kinetic H2 semi-active suspension technology, part of the Monroe Intelligent Suspension product portfolio, and NVH performance materials Clevite elastomers will be featured in the all-electric Rivian R1T five-passenger pickup and R1S seven-passenger sport utility vehicle. “Our global engineering… Continue reading Tenneco to Supply Suspension, Anti-Vibration Components for Rivian
Report: Semiconductors Rerouted to Trucks with Rail Strike Imminent
Technology companies supplying semiconductor chips have started shifting cargo shipments from railroads to trucks with a national freight rail strike looming, according to a report from CNBC. The moves are being made in an effort to avoid any pre-strike rail preparations that would force freight rail companies to prioritize cargo, the outlet said. Click here… Continue reading Report: Semiconductors Rerouted to Trucks with Rail Strike Imminent
RC Fuel Injection Now Offering GDI Blueprinting Services
RC Fuel Injection is now offering gasoline direct injection (GDI) blueprinting/refurbishing services, the company announced. The new service joins the RC Fuel Injection roster of services, which has been blueprinting and balancing both low impedance “peak and hold” and high impedance “saturation” injectors for 30 years, the company said. According to RC Fuel Injection, like… Continue reading RC Fuel Injection Now Offering GDI Blueprinting Services
Maximizing EV Range in Cold Weather
With winter upon us, Ford has provided some tips for maximizing electric vehicle range in cold temperatures. According to Ford, all-electric vehicles experience energy decreases in cold temperatures due to battery cell chemistry. Temperatures below 40°F cause the electrolyte fluid to become sluggish, limiting how much power is available to discharge and how quickly the vehicle’s… Continue reading Maximizing EV Range in Cold Weather
Report: High Interest Rates Impacting New Vehicle Sales
High interest rates and high prices are limiting new vehicle sales, according to a recent report from Reuters. The average monthly finance payment in November is set to be $712, up 7.2% from November 2021, according to the report. The cited experts expect the trend to continue into 2023. Click here to read the full… Continue reading Report: High Interest Rates Impacting New Vehicle Sales
Firstech Launches Mobile App for Dealers, Installers
Firstech has announced the launch of the myFirstech App. The app is free in the App Store and Google Play for all dealers and authorized Firstech Distributors. The app will have product install guides, allow dealers and installers to order products, provide access to training content and more. At launch, the myFirstech App will support… Continue reading Firstech Launches Mobile App for Dealers, Installers