Quadratec Promotes Konkle to Category Manager

Quadratec has promoted Fred Konkle to category manager, effective immediately, the company announced. One of the company’s longest-tenured employees, Konkle brings three decades of proven aftermarket automotive experience in sales, purchasing, pricing and vendor relations to his new role, Quadratec said. “Fred has been a dedicated employee of Quadratec for over 30 years and I’m… Continue reading Quadratec Promotes Konkle to Category Manager

McLeod Racing Extends Partnership with Ricky Silva

McLeod Racing has extended its partnership with import drag racer Ricky Silva and CLM Motorsports, the company announced. Silva is set to make his season debut at the Xtreme Front Wheel Drive Challenge at Bradenton Motorsports Park during the Drag Illustrated World Series of Pro Mod Race March 3-5. Returning with his 1997 Honda Civic,… Continue reading McLeod Racing Extends Partnership with Ricky Silva

VP Racing Grows Licensing Program

VP Racing has expanded its lineup of licensing partners, the company announced. “VP Racing’s licensing program is run with one objective in mind, to expand the brand reach and play a significant role in building the brand in the U.S. and globally,” said Bob Merz, director of brand management and licensing at VP. “Our licensees… Continue reading VP Racing Grows Licensing Program

Ford Pro Adds Digital Rearview Mirror as Factory Option

Ford Pro is adding a digital rearview mirror as a factory option, the automaker announced. The new digital rearview mirror will be available on 2023 Ford Transit and E-Transit vans. The Digital Rearview Mirror features a high-definition monitor that displays a panoramic view of the area behind the van, allowing drivers to spot cyclists, pedestrians… Continue reading Ford Pro Adds Digital Rearview Mirror as Factory Option

Lucas Oil Expands Technical Partnership with RCR, ECR Engines

Lucas Oil Products, a long-time partner of both Richard Childress Racing and ECR Engines, will expand its partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2023, the three companies announced. In addition to continued technical and development support, the official motor oil of ECR engines will sponsor the No. 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet driven by Kyle Busch… Continue reading Lucas Oil Expands Technical Partnership with RCR, ECR Engines

Matt Patrick Named DeatschWerks Technical Director

DeatschWerks has appointed Matt Patrick as its new technical director, the company announced. Patrick joined the team on Jan. 16 in the newly created role of technical director. In this role, he will be leading the DeatschWerks’ product development, product management, engineering, and technical support functions. “I am very excited to welcome Matt Patrick to… Continue reading Matt Patrick Named DeatschWerks Technical Director

AACF Appoints Lutz, Reinhardt to Board

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has added two new members, Jacki Lutz and Kathryn Reinhardt, to its Board of Trustees, the organization announced. Lutz is global head of communications, training and eCommerce, auto at Sensata Technologies, and brings 14 years of marketing experience and nine years in the automotive aftermarket, the organization said. “I… Continue reading AACF Appoints Lutz, Reinhardt to Board

Tony Carvallo Joins STEER SMARTS as Senior Engineer

STEER SMARTS has brought on Tony Carvallo to join its product development team in the role of senior engineer, the company announced. Carvallo will primarily focus on developing products that support the expansion of the STEER SMARTS catalog, the company said. “I’m extremely excited to start this new chapter,” said Carvallo. “I feel like I’ve… Continue reading Tony Carvallo Joins STEER SMARTS as Senior Engineer

Valvoline Launches Annual Mechanics Month

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Valvoline is kicking off its 4th annual Mechanics Month, a campaign to celebrate the impact of mechanics around the world, the company announced. The month-long initiative will highlight the contribution of mechanics in more than 60 countries worldwide, the company said, and will celebrate the importance of mechanics as knowledgeable professionals who are critical to… Continue reading Valvoline Launches Annual Mechanics Month

Honda Teases CR-V Hybrid Racer

Honda recently teased a new special project in development: a hybrid-powered racing CR-V. While details are sparse, the manufacturer provided a brief preview of the track-oriented crossover, which is expected to have over 800 hp under the hood. The car will be revealed on Feb. 28. Check out the preview below.

NASCAR Reveals Details of Garage 56 Le Mans Car

Fine-tuned for endurance racing, the experimental entry is 500 lbs. lighter than a Cup Series car, will ride on project-specific Goodyear Eagle tires and is targeting a power output of over 700 hp…

Webasto Opens New Charging Cable Production Facility in Mexico

Webasto recently opened a new manufacturing facility in Guanajuato, Mexico, the company said. It is the first site dedicated to the company’s charging business in the Americas region. The Guanajuato plant currently runs three lines that produce charging solutions, with plans to expand to eight lines by the end of the year with an output… Continue reading Webasto Opens New Charging Cable Production Facility in Mexico

Report: Number of Late Auto Loan Payments Continues to Grow

Over 9% of auto loans extended to people with low credit scores were 30 or more days behind on payments at the end of last year, the highest share since 2010, according to a report from Fox Business. Currently, the stress is concentrated among borrowers with lower credit scores, but could spread if the U.S.… Continue reading Report: Number of Late Auto Loan Payments Continues to Grow

Continental Included on List of Best Employers

Continental has been named as one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2023 by Forbes magazine, the company announced. It is the seventh time Continental has been named to the list. “To be recognized again among America’s best large employers reinforces our dedication to employees through career development opportunities, commitment to inclusion, and a flexible… Continue reading Continental Included on List of Best Employers

Goodwood Festival of Speed to Celebrate Circuit’s 75th Anniversary

The event will also mark the 30th anniversary of the first Goodwood hill climb…