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Continental Named 4D Radar Sensor Sponsor for Indy Autonomous Challenge

Continental will be the exclusive radar sensor technology sponsor of the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), the company announced. The company will supply the IAC with its ARS540 4D imaging radar sensors for integration in the autonomous racecars, the Dallara AV-21, which enable highly automated driving. “Our 4D imaging radar is a product technology benchmark that… Continue reading Continental Named 4D Radar Sensor Sponsor for Indy Autonomous Challenge

Visteon Partners with AWS for Connected Vehicle Technology

Visteon has reached a deal with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to utilize its cloud capabilities for Visteon’s AllGo connected vehicle technology, the company announced. The collaboration will utilize multiple AWS technology solutions across IoT, storage, and compute categories and a fast, secure cloud environment to handle connected vehicle activities and create the car’s own digital… Continue reading Visteon Partners with AWS for Connected Vehicle Technology

See THE SHOP at the PRI Show

Attending the 2022 PRI Show? Stop by THE SHOP booth. During the three-day show, swing by THE SHOP Booth (No. 436) in the Green Hall to grab a copy of the latest issue, sign up for a FREE subscription or chat with members of THE SHOP team. See you there!

Hot Shot’s Secret-Sponsored NTPA Pulling Team Wins Championship

Hot Shot’s Secret is celebrating the Secrest Pulling Team for its National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) championship, the company announced. The Hot Shot’s Secret-sponsored husband and wife pulling team, Brent and Kristie Secrest, finished the season as the overall champion in the Grand National Two Wheel Drive division with two wins, five top-five finishes and… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret-Sponsored NTPA Pulling Team Wins Championship

Walker Products Owner Passes Away

Walker Products recently announced that Owner, President and CEO Michael G. Weaver has passed away following a battle with cancer. The company provided the following obituary: It is with great sadness for us to report that Michael G. Weaver, president of Walker Products, and member of the Automotive Sales Council, passed away peacefully on Nov.… Continue reading Walker Products Owner Passes Away

FMSI Automotive Hardware Acquires Edelmann Brass & Brake

FMSI Automotive Hardware has acquired the brass and brake assets of Plews and Edelmann, the company announced. FMSI Automotive Hardware is a manufacturer of brake, fuel, transmission, AC and coolant repair lines and fittings, and will now add Edelmann Fittings and Brake Lines products to its lineup of offerings. “The addition of Edelmann Brass &… Continue reading FMSI Automotive Hardware Acquires Edelmann Brass & Brake

BorgWarner Plans to Spin Off Fuel Systems, Aftermarket Segments

BorgWarner is planning a spin-off of its Fuel Systems and Aftermarket segments into a separate, publicly traded company, the company announced. Following the establishment of the new company, BorgWarner would consist of its current e-Propulsion and Drivetrain and Air Management segments. The new company would consist of the company’s current Fuel Systems and Aftermarket segments,… Continue reading BorgWarner Plans to Spin Off Fuel Systems, Aftermarket Segments

Michelin EV Tire Recognized by ‘Popular Science’

The Michelin Pilot Sport EV tire has been named a 2022 Popular Science “Best of What’s New” award winner in the automotive category, the tire manufacturer announced. The Michelin Pilot Sport EV tire features technology developed over seven seasons in Formula E and incorporates ElectricGrip Compound technology, which features a hard compound for the center… Continue reading Michelin EV Tire Recognized by ‘Popular Science’

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Stellantis CEO to Keynote CES 2023

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares will serve as a keynote speaker at CES 2023, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced. The keynote address will feature the global unveiling of the Ram 1500 Revolution Battery Electric Vehicle Concept and the Peugeot Inception Concept, Stellantis said. “We’re spotlighting our most advanced technologies that serve as a force for… Continue reading Stellantis CEO to Keynote CES 2023

$2M Car Collection Gifted to University for Scholarship Fund

A Michigan couple are gifting their $2 million car collection to Northwood University, according to a Fox Business report. Donated by Mike and Dianne Morey, the funds from the cars, which are slated to be auctioned off in January, will help fund scholarships for new and returning students at the private university located in Midland,… Continue reading $2M Car Collection Gifted to University for Scholarship Fund

SEMA Releases Pickup Accessorization Report

SEMA has released its new Pickup Accessorization Report, the organization’s market research arm announced. The report offers a look at the evolving pickup landscape along with sales forecasts and other data relating to the parts that accessorizers buy and how they buy them, the organization said. Some of the key findings include: Pickup owners spent… Continue reading SEMA Releases Pickup Accessorization Report

SCCA Releases Proposed Guidelines for EV Competition

The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and its Electrified Vehicle Advisory Committee (EVAC) have released proposed guidelines and rulesets for EVs and three EV racing classes, the organization announced. The released proposals include general guidelines for EV usage at all SCCA events, as well as rulesets for development of an “E” Touring category of… Continue reading SCCA Releases Proposed Guidelines for EV Competition