Ford sold over 640,000 F-Series trucks in 2022, the company said, making it America’s best-selling vehicle for 41 consecutive years…
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
GM Ends Year as Top-Selling Manufacturer
Cox Automotive has revealed its year-end new-vehicle sales numbers, the research firm announced. Full-year sales in 2022, based on vehicle counts by Kelley Blue Book, are forecast to finish near 13.9 million units, Cox Automotive reported, a decrease of 8% from 2021 and the lowest level since 2011 when total new-vehicle sales were recovering from… Continue reading GM Ends Year as Top-Selling Manufacturer
NPW Hosts Charity Golf Tournament
National Performance Warehouse (NPW) hosted a charity golf tournament for more than 100 players from the automotive industry last month, the parts distributor recently shared. Hosted on Dec. 11 at Miami Lakes Golf Club, the event ultimately raised $6,000 for First Tee Miami, the company said. In addition to having more than 100 players from… Continue reading NPW Hosts Charity Golf Tournament
Sprint Car Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2023 Inductees
The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame has revealed the 13 inductees for its Class of 2023, the organization announced. The Class of 2023 includes 13 drivers, owners, builders, promoters and others involved in the sprint car industry in various capacities. The following individuals will be inducted into the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame… Continue reading Sprint Car Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2023 Inductees
New Tax Credits Aim to Grow EV Fleets
The incentives, which took effect on Jan. 1, aim to convince companies to switch to zero-emissions vehicles…
The Best States for Mechanics
Oklahoma topped the list of top states to work as a mechanic, followed by Mississippi and New Mexico…
Meyer Distributing Expands with 3 New Warehouses
Parts distributor Meyer Distributing has opened three new warehouses, the company announced. Among the new additions is a 205,090-sq.-ft. facility in Carlisle, Pennsylvania that will service the Northeast. A new facility in Coppell, Texas, at 165,105 sq. ft., will be an expansion to Meyer’s existing Texas warehouses, bringing the total square footage to 650,000 sq.… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Expands with 3 New Warehouses
Velocity Invitational Returns to Sonoma Raceway for 2023
The event will include vintage group racing, hypercar demonstrations, driver appearances, an exhibit of notable cars from the McLaren Racing collection and more…
Pennzoil Q&A with Larry Chen
Pennzoil recently sat down with photographer and automotive content creator Larry Chen for a Q&A session that provided some insight into the SEMA Influencer of the Year’s career, skills and more. In the interview, Chen discusses some of the challenges and highlights of his career, his background in photography and how he developed his skills,… Continue reading Pennzoil Q&A with Larry Chen
Discount Tire Plans New Arizona Headquarters
Discount Tire is planning to develop a new corporate headquarters following the acquisition of 35 acres of land in Phoenix, Arizona, the company announced. Discount Tire purchased the site at a recent Arizona State Land Department public auction. Proceeds from the sale will be invested by the state in the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund… Continue reading Discount Tire Plans New Arizona Headquarters
Meyer Distributing Adds Battery Tender, Hyperion to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added Battery Tender and Hyperion products by Deltran to its product inventory for RV, automotive, motorcycle and marine markets, the distributor announced. Deltran offers a line of batteries, battery chargers, jump starters, inverters, solar products and other accessories. “Deltran is thrilled to partner with Meyer Distributing, an established distribution leader in the… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Battery Tender, Hyperion to Line Card
MagnaFlow Group Acquires Camburg Engineering
The MagnaFlow Group has acquired Camburg Engineering, an off-road and aftermarket suspension brand, the company announced. “The MagnaFlow Group is excited to announce the next phase of their business. Brands under the MagnaFlow Group have grown to be industry-leading manufacturers of performance exhaust and emissions control products including catalytic converters,” the company said in a… Continue reading MagnaFlow Group Acquires Camburg Engineering
SEMA Now Accepting Nominations for MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is now accepting nominations for the MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award through Jan. 2, the organization announced. Presented by the SEMA Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC), the award honors a member of the print, online or broadcast media who has made a substantial contribution to the industry within… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Nominations for MPMC Robert E. Peterson Media Award
Axalta Names Techno Blue 2023 Automotive Color of the Year
Axalta Coating Systems has named Techno Blue as its 2023 Global Automotive Color of the Year, the company announced. Axalta’s 2022 Automotive Color Trends ‘Powered by Color’ report highlights the generational trends, changing reality and positive outlook that shaped this 2023 selection, the company said. “This year’s color is vibrant and radiates positivity,” said Hadi… Continue reading Axalta Names Techno Blue 2023 Automotive Color of the Year
Michigan Automotive Country Club Nears Construction Phase
Motorsports Gateway Howell will begin construction next month on its 273-acre automotive district, developers announced. Located only one mile from downtown Howell, Michigan, Phase 1 of the district will include a 2.2-mile performance driving circuit, members clubhouse, paddock, member rentable garages, track-fronting private garage condos, and a public nature trail. The first section of the… Continue reading Michigan Automotive Country Club Nears Construction Phase