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Goodyear Announces 2023 Layoffs

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is planning an approximately 5% reduction in salaried staff globally in 2023, or about 500 positions, the tire manufacturer announced. “Our fourth quarter results fell short of our expectations given a significantly weaker industry backdrop, particularly in Europe,” said Richard J. Kramer, chairman, chief executive officer and president. “While… Continue reading Goodyear Announces 2023 Layoffs

Brandmotion Wins Overall Best New Product of The Event 2022

Brandmotion has received the Overall Best New Product award of The Event 2022 for its SurroundVUE Commercial and RV Camera System, The AAM Group announced. Voted on by Event attendees, the SurroundVUE beat out the 10 other category winners to capture the overall title, event organizers said. Winner of the best new product award for… Continue reading Brandmotion Wins Overall Best New Product of The Event 2022

Autoshop Solutions Partners with Turnkey Marketing

Autoshop Solutions, an automotive services-based digital marketing company, has partnered with Turnkey Marketing, a full-service marketing agency, to offer a comprehensive marketing solution for shops, the companies announced. The firms have partnered to offer a full-service marketing program for shops, the companies said. “Turnkey Marketing and Autoshop Solutions have partnered together to help auto repair… Continue reading Autoshop Solutions Partners with Turnkey Marketing

SEMA Issues 2023 Future Trends Report

SEMA has released its January 2023 Future Trends report, the organization announced. According to the report, the automotive aftermarket continues to be impacted by shifts in the industry and overall economy. The report found the following, summarized by SEMA officials: Specialty-Equipment Industry Outlook Sales for specialty-equipment parts are projected to have slowed in 2022, growing… Continue reading SEMA Issues 2023 Future Trends Report

Hagerty Launches Carbon Offset Program for Collectible Car Enthusiasts

Hagerty has launched a voluntary Enthusiast Carbon Offset program, called ECO, to help enthusiasts reduce the carbon footprint of their collectible cars, trucks and motorcycles, the company announced. In addition to the program, Hagerty is offsetting all emissions from its classic fleet and driving events, the company said. For 2022, this included the California Mille… Continue reading Hagerty Launches Carbon Offset Program for Collectible Car Enthusiasts

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PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars

PRI is now accepting applications for 2023 PRI Show seminars, the organization announced. The organization is accepting proposals for educational programs that reflect current trends, ideas, best practices and processes, new techniques and discoveries within the racing and performance industry. Potential topics include sponsorships, hiring and employee management, branding, content creation, youth engagement, small business… Continue reading PRI Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Seminars

Dayco Names New Aftermarket CEO

Dayco has named Craig Frohock as the new Chief Executive Officer of Dayco Aftermarket and Belts, the company announced. Effective Jan. 16 and reporting directly to the board of Dayco, Frohock will be responsible for the business unit’s global operational performance and strategic direction, the company said. For the past six years, Frohock has held… Continue reading Dayco Names New Aftermarket CEO

Tint World Expands in Florida with New Orlando Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has opened a second location in Orlando, the company announced. The new Tint World Downtown Orlando will join Tint World North Orlando in serving the Orlando area. Both Tint World Downtown Orlando and Tint World North Orlando (Longwood) are owned by Pete and Barbra Muller. “This is such a great… Continue reading Tint World Expands in Florida with New Orlando Location

Race Sport Lighting to Host Training Session at KnowledgeFest Las Vegas

Race Sport Lighting will be exhibiting (Booth 101) and hosting a training session for dealers at the upcoming KnowledgeFest Las Vegas, the company announced. Staff will be available in the booth all weekend to answer any questions and will feature a large custom 5-Axis display of testable Race Sport lights, including the Terminator LED Kits,… Continue reading Race Sport Lighting to Host Training Session at KnowledgeFest Las Vegas

Turn 14 Distribution Adds UMI Performance to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has broadened its selection of suspension components with the addition of UMI Performance to its line card, the company announced. “UMI Performance adds a unique addition to the Turn 14 Distribution line card with its high-quality domestic performance suspension components. The company has smalltown roots but the highest machinery,… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds UMI Performance to Line Card

SEMA Battle of the Builders TV Special to Premiere on History Channel

All-new, behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews from the newest SEMA Battle of Builders competition will premiere on Jan. 28, at 9:00 am (EST) on the History Channel’s Drive Block and A+E Network’s FYI, the network announced. In addition to featuring the winner and finalists, the one-hour television special highlights many new, up-and-coming builders and includes… Continue reading SEMA Battle of the Builders TV Special to Premiere on History Channel

Austin Hatcher Foundation to Present Awards at Rolex 24 at Daytona

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer will be presenting IMSA and Hixon Motor Sports with awards recognizing their contributions to the organization ahead of the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the organization announced. For the 2023 season, the Foundation is continuing in its role as an official charity of IMSA for the ninth season. During… Continue reading Austin Hatcher Foundation to Present Awards at Rolex 24 at Daytona