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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.

Head of Aftermarket Business at Continental Retires

Howard Laster, head of Continental’s automotive aftermarket business in North America, will retire by the end of this year, the company announced. James Bayley, head of the associated business area Smart Mobility in North America, will be taking over the role temporarily until a successor is announced, the company said. Laster, a 45-year veteran of… Continue reading Head of Aftermarket Business at Continental Retires

Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program

McPherson College has created an endowed scholarship fund for students pursuing a degree in automotive restoration thanks to a $1 million donation from the Rob and Melani Walton Foundation, the school announced. The Rob Walton Scholarship Fund will focus on attracting and retaining students in the college’s automotive restoration program. The $1 million gift from… Continue reading Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program

Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show

The 2023 Washington, D.C. Auto Show will return to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Jan. 20-29 with top manufacturers as they showcase their latest models and advancements in motor technology, as well as a collection of classic and exotic cars, live car painting, and multiple interactive experiences, event organizers announced. Educating attendees on what… Continue reading Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show

MAHLE Aftermarket Opens New Mississippi Warehouse

MAHLE Aftermarket has opened a new automated warehouse in Olive Branch, Mississippi, the company announced. The warehouse aims to speed up deliveries to workshops and distributors, reduces the frequency of returns, and enables an order to be commissioned within 30 minutes, MAHLE representatives said. MAHLE has invested over $6 million in the 13,000 sq. ft.,… Continue reading MAHLE Aftermarket Opens New Mississippi Warehouse

Hot Shot’s Secret Named ODSS Title Sponsor

Hot Shot’s Secret has signed a two-year agreement to become the title sponsor of the Outlaw Diesel Super Series (ODSS) for 2023 and 2024, the company announced. Hot Shot’s Secret also recently announced title sponsorship for the National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) for 2023. With title sponsorship confirmed for ODSS and NHRDA, Hot Shot’s… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Named ODSS Title Sponsor

Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away

Jim Fosgate, founder of Rockford Fosgate, has passed away, the audio systems manufacturer announced. The company provided the following statement: Jim Fosgate, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, inventor, founder, and friend to many, passed away Wed., Dec. 7, just two days after his 85th birthday. Bill Jackson, Rockford president and CEO stated “Jim was always… Continue reading Rockford Fosgate Founder Passes Away

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Dirty Life Wheels to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has brought on a new selection of truck wheels with the addition of Dirty Life Wheels to its line card, the company announced. “Dirty Life Wheels are a part of The Wheel Group (TWG) wheel brands, and the product styles cater to the more traditional offroad and adventure audience… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Dirty Life Wheels to Line Card

Holley Appoints New CFO

Holley has appointed Jesse Weaver as the company’s new chief financial officer, the company announced. Weaver will succeed Stephen Trussell, who has served as the company’s interim chief financial officer since September 30, 2022. Trussell will continue as the company’s vice president of finance, a role he has held since 2009. Weaver, who has nearly… Continue reading Holley Appoints New CFO

Milton Industries Acquires ProMAXX Tool

Chicago-based Milton Industries, a pneumatic and hydraulic accessories market leader, has acquired ProMAXX Tool, a designer and manufacturer of proprietary on-the-vehicle exhaust manifold repair (EMR) kits and other specialty tools, the company announced. ProMAXX, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been in business for more than 13 years serving US and international customers with fuel injector… Continue reading Milton Industries Acquires ProMAXX Tool

Kyle Fickler Joins ProCharger

Accessible Technologies, parent company of ProCharger and Inovair, has named Kyle Fickler the ProCharger director of business development, the company announced. Fickler previously served as the director of sales and business development at Driven Racing Oil, director of business development at Aeromotive and vice president of marketing at Weld Racing, the company said. Fickler is… Continue reading Kyle Fickler Joins ProCharger

Report: Most U.S. Workers Value Time Off, Paid Leave Benefits

The top three non-insurance employee benefits U.S. workers want are paid time off (PTO), flexible work options, and paid family leave, according to new research from employee-benefits provider Unum. For most employees in the U.S., generous PTO and flexible or remote work topped the list in 2022. But for the first year, what workers want… Continue reading Report: Most U.S. Workers Value Time Off, Paid Leave Benefits

AutoNation Expands After-Sales Business with RepairSmith Acquisition

AutoNation has entered into an agreement to acquire RepairSmith, a full-service mobile solution for automotive repair and maintenance, the dealership group announced. “AutoNation has embarked on a strategy to be the nation’s most comprehensive provider of transportation solutions, meeting the mobility needs of today’s and tomorrow’s customer through a broad, connected range of products and… Continue reading AutoNation Expands After-Sales Business with RepairSmith Acquisition

BorgWarner Included on 2023 List of America’s Most Responsible Companies

BorgWarner has been included on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2023, the company announced. Presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the awards list was announced on Dec. 7 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website. America’s Most Responsible Companies were selected based on publicly available key performance indicators derived from CSR Reports,… Continue reading BorgWarner Included on 2023 List of America’s Most Responsible Companies