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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Meyer Distributing Adds ATV TEK to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added ATV TEK, a brand of accessories for ATVs and side-by-sides, to its line card, the company announced. “We’re excited to announce that ATV TEK/UTV TEK brand can be found in the Meyer Distributing catalog of products,” said Chris Schenck, founder of ATV TEK/UTV TEK. “ATV TEK/UTV TEK is a brand leader… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds ATV TEK to Line Card
SEMA Launch Pad Competition Announces Finalists
Five finalists have been selected to advance in the 2022 SEMA Launch Pad Competition, SEMA announced. During the competition, participants pitch new products or services for the automotive aftermarket. Dustin Golat, co-owner of GolaTTaylor Tools; Jacob Hawksworth, CEO of Hypercraft; Susan Pieper, founder and CEO of DMOS Collective Inc.; Kevin Robinson, president of TRAC LLC;… Continue reading SEMA Launch Pad Competition Announces Finalists
Dana Wins PACE Award for Electrified Propulsion System
Dana Incorporated has earned a 2022 Automotive News PACE Award for its for Spicer Electrified Complete Battery Electric e-Propulsion and e-Power System, the company announced. Now in its 28th year, the PACE Awards program recognizes suppliers for innovative technologies, and Dana earned the award following an extensive review by an independent panel of judges, including… Continue reading Dana Wins PACE Award for Electrified Propulsion System
Work Truck Solutions Names New CEO
Work Truck Solutions has tapped Aaron Johnson as its new CEO, effective immediately, the company announced. “I am pleased to accept the privilege of serving our customers; as always, we are grateful for their business,” said Johnson. “This transition is designed to drive our growth; it provides continuity of leadership while at the same time… Continue reading Work Truck Solutions Names New CEO
Alcantara Appears at The Bridge
Alcantara was a partner for the sixth edition of The Bridge, an automotive event held in the Hamptons on Long Island, the synthetic material maker announced. The Bridge brings together a range of luxury and vintage cars at the site of the former Bridgehampton Race Circuit, now the site of a golf club, organizers said.… Continue reading Alcantara Appears at The Bridge
AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament
The annual AACF Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and returning to the Spanish Trail Country Club during AAPEX/SEMA Industry week in Las Vegas, the organization announced. The charity golf tournament is scheduled for Oct. 31. “We’ll have many of the same events that folks have come to… Continue reading AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament
Ford Delays Vehicle Deliveries Over Blue Oval Badge Shortage
According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Ford has delayed deliveries of some vehicles because the manufacturer does not have enough blue oval badges. The shortage is said to be impacting F-Series pickup trucks, according to the report, and attempted workarounds—like 3D printing the badges—were unsuccessful. The Wall Street Journal also reported that… Continue reading Ford Delays Vehicle Deliveries Over Blue Oval Badge Shortage
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company to Celebrate 70th Anniversary
Hercules Tire and Rubber Company (HTR), a subsidiary of American Tire Distributors (ATD), is kicking off its celebration of the company’s 70th anniversary, the company announced. Founded in 1952 as a cooperative by a group of independent tire dealers, the company offers a selection of passenger, UHP, UTV, light truck, medium truck, agriculture and specialty… Continue reading Hercules Tire & Rubber Company to Celebrate 70th Anniversary
SCCA Names New Assistant Manager for Road Racing Department
Wichita Region member Kellie Barker has joined the SCCA National Office Staff as the Road Racing Department’s assistant manager, the organization announced. In the new role, she will be responsible for providing support for the overall SCCA Road Racing program, including the U.S. Majors Tour, Hoosier Racing Tire Super Tour, National Championship Runoffs and Regional… Continue reading SCCA Names New Assistant Manager for Road Racing Department
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EGR USA Announces Promotion, New Hire
EGR USA has promoted Tommy Lamb to the position of digital sales and content manager and appointed Pat Johson as the company’s national sales director, the company announced. Hired in 2016 as customer service manager, Lamb has over 20 years’ experience in automotive aftermarket and as sales manager, worked to develop EGR sales via eCommerce… Continue reading EGR USA Announces Promotion, New Hire
Classic F1, Rally Cars to Appear at Velocity Invitational
Cars scheduled to appear include Ayrton Senna’s 1990 F1 World Championship-winning MP4/5B-07, the Lancia Rally 037 Group B rally car and more…
Women with Drive Summit II Reveals Speaker Lineup
More than 50 industry leaders are slated to appear at the Women with Drive Summit II, scheduled for Oct. 5-6, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Women in Motorsports, the organizers of the event, announced. The sold-out event will feature speakers such as 7-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR President Steve Phelps, and IMSA President John Doonan… Continue reading Women with Drive Summit II Reveals Speaker Lineup
BorgWarner Appoints New Member to Board of Directors
BorgWarner has named Sailaja Shankar to its Board of Directors, the company announced. “We are pleased to welcome Sailaja to BorgWarner’s Board of Directors,” said Alexis P. Michas, non-executive chairman of the board of BorgWarner. “Sailaja’s breadth of leadership experience through strategic change in large enterprise organizations, coupled with her digital, cybersecurity, software, and software… Continue reading BorgWarner Appoints New Member to Board of Directors