Work Truck Solutions Names New CEO

Aaron Johnson Lecturer Business Information Systems Department (BSIS) Headshot photographed on Friday, April 8, 2022 in Chico, Calif. (Jason Halley/University Photographer/Chico State)

Work Truck Solutions has tapped Aaron Johnson as its new CEO, effective immediately, the company announced. “I am pleased to accept the privilege of serving our customers; as always, we are grateful for their business,” said Johnson. “This transition is designed to drive our growth; it provides continuity of leadership while at the same time… Continue reading Work Truck Solutions Names New CEO

AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament

The annual AACF Bob Schoeberl Memorial Golf Tournament will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and returning to the Spanish Trail Country Club during AAPEX/SEMA Industry week in Las Vegas, the organization announced. The charity golf tournament is scheduled for Oct. 31. “We’ll have many of the same events that folks have come to… Continue reading AACF Set to Host 30th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament

Ford Delays Vehicle Deliveries Over Blue Oval Badge Shortage

According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Ford has delayed deliveries of some vehicles because the manufacturer does not have enough blue oval badges. The shortage is said to be impacting F-Series pickup trucks, according to the report, and attempted workarounds—like 3D printing the badges—were unsuccessful. The Wall Street Journal also reported that… Continue reading Ford Delays Vehicle Deliveries Over Blue Oval Badge Shortage

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Hercules Tire & Rubber Company to Celebrate 70th Anniversary

Hercules Tire and Rubber Company (HTR), a subsidiary of American Tire Distributors (ATD), is kicking off its celebration of the company’s 70th anniversary, the company announced. Founded in 1952 as a cooperative by a group of independent tire dealers, the company offers a selection of passenger, UHP, UTV, light truck, medium truck, agriculture and specialty… Continue reading Hercules Tire & Rubber Company to Celebrate 70th Anniversary

SCCA Names New Assistant Manager for Road Racing Department

Wichita Region member Kellie Barker has joined the SCCA National Office Staff as the Road Racing Department’s assistant manager, the organization announced. In the new role, she will be responsible for providing support for the overall SCCA Road Racing program, including the U.S. Majors Tour, Hoosier Racing Tire Super Tour, National Championship Runoffs and Regional… Continue reading SCCA Names New Assistant Manager for Road Racing Department

EGR USA Announces Promotion, New Hire

EGR USA has promoted Tommy Lamb to the position of digital sales and content manager and appointed Pat Johson as the company’s national sales director, the company announced. Hired in 2016 as customer service manager, Lamb has over 20 years’ experience in automotive aftermarket and as sales manager, worked to develop EGR sales via eCommerce… Continue reading EGR USA Announces Promotion, New Hire

Women with Drive Summit II Reveals Speaker Lineup

More than 50 industry leaders are slated to appear at the Women with Drive Summit II, scheduled for Oct. 5-6, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Women in Motorsports, the organizers of the event, announced. The sold-out event will feature speakers such as 7-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR President Steve Phelps, and IMSA President John Doonan… Continue reading Women with Drive Summit II Reveals Speaker Lineup

BorgWarner Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

BorgWarner has named Sailaja Shankar to its Board of Directors, the company announced. “We are pleased to welcome Sailaja to BorgWarner’s Board of Directors,” said Alexis P. Michas, non-executive chairman of the board of BorgWarner. “Sailaja’s breadth of leadership experience through strategic change in large enterprise organizations, coupled with her digital, cybersecurity, software, and software… Continue reading BorgWarner Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

Hennessey Opens Miami Showroom

Hennessey Special Vehicles, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, has partnered with the Warren Henry Auto Group to open a new Hennessey showroom in North Miami, Florida, the company announced. “Adding the Hennessey brand to our dealer group further expands our comprehensive automotive luxury and performance offerings with an iconic American hypercar manufacturer,” remarked Erik Day, CFO… Continue reading Hennessey Opens Miami Showroom

onX Offroad Celebrates National Public Lands Day

onX Offroad celebrated National Public Lands Day on Sept. 24 by asking its ambassadors to reflect on how public lands have impacted them and by offering a collection of resources to plan individual and group cleanups and support nonprofits, the company announced. onX, a provider of digital mapping and navigation technology, recently brought together a… Continue reading onX Offroad Celebrates National Public Lands Day