SEMA Announces Council and Network Select Committee Members

SEMA has announced the results of its council and network select committee elections. Newly elected and reelected members: SEMA Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) Barry Alt, Motorhead Digital (new) David Alkire, RPUI – Restoration Parts Unlimited (new) Matthew Laszaic, National Parts Depot (new) Sean Sawyer, Edelbrock (new) Jeff Farina, Jeg’s Automotive (re-elected) Todd McClure, The… Continue reading SEMA Announces Council and Network Select Committee Members

U.S. Congress Creates Autonomous Vehicle Caucus

The caucus aims to educate lawmakers on self-driving vehicles and revive related legislation…

Vehicle Sales Raise Funds for SEMA High School Program

Five vehicles built by SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program students were sold to benefit SEMA-led automotive youth engagement initiatives, the organization announced. The three customized third-generation Toyota 4 runners and two Jeep Wrangler TJs, sold on Bringatrailer.com, brought in a combined $148,250 for SEMA efforts, the organization said. Click here for more information.

Bridgestone Collaborates with Microsoft on Tire Maintenance Software

Bridgestone is collaborating with Microsoft to accelerate development of advanced tire analytic software, the companies announced. “Since our first collaboration announcement in 2020, Microsoft has been a valuable partner in both our European and Americas markets,” said Paolo Ferrari, joint global chief operating officer, Bridgestone Corporation, and president & CEO, Bridgestone Americas. “We are excited… Continue reading Bridgestone Collaborates with Microsoft on Tire Maintenance Software

SEMA to Recognize Content Creators with Influencer Award

The award will recognize content creators and social media influencers who have significantly impacted the automotive industry and car culture…

Arizona Concours d’Elegance Calls for Entries

The Arizona Concours d’Elegance is seeking automobiles for its show and competition, which returns on Jan. 22, 2023, at the Scottsdale Civic Center, organizers announced. About 100 select automobiles will be accepted for the event. Such famed classic brands as Bugatti, Duesenberg and Pierce-Arrow will be joined by vehicles ranging from early 20th Century horseless-carriages… Continue reading Arizona Concours d’Elegance Calls for Entries

Hagerty Appoints New Chief Data & Information Officer

Hagerty has expanded its senior leadership team with the hiring of industry veteran Russell Page as its chief data and information officer, the company announced. In this role, Page oversees Hagerty’s data and technology strategies and the safeguarding of customer profiles. He will lead several areas of Hagerty’s IT strategy including analytics and data science,… Continue reading Hagerty Appoints New Chief Data & Information Officer

Report: The Enthusiast Car Market is Cooling Off

The overall state of the economy is having an impact on the enthusiast and classic car markets, according to a recent report from Road & Track…

Vintage Car Show to Raise Awareness for Prostate Cancer

More than 3,500 vintage vehicles, including classics, muscle, trucks, exotics, customs, vintage, movie cars and new cars will highlight Cruisin’ For a Cure, which will be held on Sept. 24 at the OC Fair and Event Center, and aim to raise awareness for prostate cancer, event organizers announced. Held during “Prostate Cancer Awareness Month,” the… Continue reading Vintage Car Show to Raise Awareness for Prostate Cancer

Ziebart Franchisee Recognized

Ziebart franchisee and military veteran Nick Lambie was named among the list of 12 Franchise Rock Stars of 2022 by research firm Franchise Business Review for his achievements as a Ziebart franchise owner in Morgantown, West Virginia, Ziebart announced. For the Franchise Rock Star Awards, Franchise Business Review reviewed over 273 nominations from franchisors in… Continue reading Ziebart Franchisee Recognized

Cummins Acquires Electric Powertrain Supplier

Cummins has acquired Meritor, Inc., a supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions, the company announced. With the acquisition, Cummins intends to increase Meritor’s investment in electrification, the company said, and also add products to Cummins’ components business. Cummins expects to utilize its global footprint to accelerate the growth of these core… Continue reading Cummins Acquires Electric Powertrain Supplier

Shipping Industry Expecting High Rates to Last Through Year

Shipping giant Maersk is expecting elevated shipping rates to continue through the end of the year, according to a report from Reuters. Pandemic-related logjams and high demand are driving the high prices, the company said, as well record profits. Click here to read the full report.

Toyota Unveils GR Cup Schedule

Sanctioned by SRO America, the new series will make stops at Circuit of the Americas, Sebring International Raceway and Indianapolis Motor Speedway…

Racing Returns to North Wilkesboro

Thanks to a state-backed, $18 million investment in the facility, North Wilkesboro recently hosted its first on-track action since 2011…

Shopmonkey Partners with Byrider

Shopmonkey, the creators of a cloud-based auto shop management platform, have formed a new partnership with used car dealership franchise, Byrider, the company announced. The franchise selected Shopmonkey as its newest technology partner. Through the partnership, Byrider dealerships will deploy Shopmonkey software in all 148-plus locations and will be used by more than 2,000 Byrider… Continue reading Shopmonkey Partners with Byrider