Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has awarded CSF Inc. with its Collaborative Supplier Award for 2022, the company announced. The Collaborative Supplier Award is presented to Turn 14 Distribution’s most collaborative supplier over the last twelve months and is influenced by growth, depth of collaboration, support and relationship strength, the company said. CSF Inc.… Continue reading CSF Inc. Wins Turn 14 Distribution 2022 Collaborative Supplier Award
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Dynabrade Acquires Global Abrasive Products
Dynabrade, a manufacturer of pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories and dust collection products, recently completed the acquisition of one of its strategic suppliers, Global Abrasive Products, a 50-employee abrasives converter with locations in Lockport, New York and Alpharetta, Georgia, the company announced. “For Dynabrade, this is a continuation of our strategic initiative to expand… Continue reading Dynabrade Acquires Global Abrasive Products
MagnaFlow Selling Equipment After Closing Georgia Manufacturing Facility
MagnaFlow will be auctioning the contents of its Lavonia, Georgia Exhaust Manufacturing Facility, the company announced. The auction will be conducted by Cincinnati Industrial Auctioneers. The auction is part of MagnaFlow’s plan to consolidate its manufacturing and logistics operations to its headquarters facility in Oceanside, California, the company said. The Lavonia, Georgia Exhaust Manufacturing Facility… Continue reading MagnaFlow Selling Equipment After Closing Georgia Manufacturing Facility
Darlington Raceway to Host Vintage Stock Car Demo for NASCAR Anniversary
The HSR Stock Car Invitational will showcase a select group of historic and vintage stock cars in a pair of exhibition runs during NASCAR’s annual Throwback Weekend…
Holley CEO Retires
Holley President and CEO, Tom Tomlinson, is retiring from his role and resigning from the company’s board, the company announced. Current Director, Michelle Gloeckler, has been named interim president and CEO while the company conducts a search for a permanent CEO, Holley representatives said. Gloeckler has been a member of the company’s board since July… Continue reading Holley CEO Retires
Meyer Distributing Names Quarterly Sales Award Winner
Meyer Distributing has given its 2023 Fourth Quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award to Sales Account Manager Cassie Schilling, the company announced. The award recognizes sales account managers who continuously surpass expectations at Meyer Distributing, company officials said. “Cassie is an original collision category account manager here at Meyer Distributing,” said Rick Stenftenagel, assistant collision sales… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Names Quarterly Sales Award Winner
Vance & Hines Signs Distribution Deal with Keystone Automotive Operations
Vance & Hines has signed an agreement with Keystone Automotive Operations to distribute the Vance & Hines HoleShot Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust Systems for full-size pickup trucks, the company announced. “Keystone is the perfect partner to get our products to the top auto parts retailers and installers in the country,” said Vance & Hines President… Continue reading Vance & Hines Signs Distribution Deal with Keystone Automotive Operations
PROJECT X Named Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4
PROJECT X has been named the Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4 USA for the 2023 and 2024 race seasons, the company announced. PROJECT X first began participating in Ultra4 USA in 2021, with support from brand ambassadors Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Loren Healy’s unlimited class race cars, the company said. “We are excited to join… Continue reading PROJECT X Named Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4
Cars.com Announces 2023 ‘Best of’ Winners
Cars.com Announces 2023 ‘Best of’ Winners
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Timbren to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Timbren to its line card, widening its selection of truck and off-road suspension products, the company announced. “Timbren has been around since the late 1960s and has built its brand by manufacturing rubber springs that provide load support and stability for towing and hauling applications. Timbren’s product… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Timbren to Line Card
EGR Celebrating 50th Anniversary in 2023
EGR Group is celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary in 2023, the company announced. Founded in 1973, the EGR Group was started in a garage by brothers, Greg and Rod Horwill, with the vision of creating stylish products utilizing advanced precision-engineered quality acrylic products and plastics. Today, the EGR Group is named after Greg and Rod,… Continue reading EGR Celebrating 50th Anniversary in 2023
Off Road Warehouse to Open New Nevada Location
Off Road Warehouse (ORW), an off-road accessory retailer and installer, is opening its newest location near Reno in Sparks, Nevada, the company announced. Marking the company’s ninth location, the Grand Opening celebration of ORW Reno will be held on Feb. 18, the company said. The 14,000-sq.-ft. facility features a large showroom displaying the latest in… Continue reading Off Road Warehouse to Open New Nevada Location
Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
Firstech, the Seattle-based manufacturer of Compustar, DroneMobile, and Momento products, has released its calendar for in-person training events through the end of the July, the company announced. Starting in April, Firstech will resume MyFirstech Academy, a two-day training course for installers. Installers of all levels are invited to Firstech’s Dallas or Seattle offices to receive… Continue reading Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
Quadratec Appoints New Accounts Payable Director
Quadratec recently named company attorney Larry Ashery as head of its Accounts Payable department, the company announced. Along with a knowledge of business, corporate and intellectual property law, Ashery brings more than two decades of management and accounting experience to the Accounts Payable division, Quadratec said. “We are thrilled that Larry has agreed to direct… Continue reading Quadratec Appoints New Accounts Payable Director
Gentex Plans New Production Facility
Zeeland, Michigan-based Gentex Corporation is planning to open a satellite production facility in Grand Rapids, the company announced. By expanding its manufacturing footprint, the company hopes to boost its employee base and provide greater access to well-paying jobs as it continues to implement meaningful solutions to address the ongoing labor shortage. “Rising transportation costs make… Continue reading Gentex Plans New Production Facility