Honda will produce an all-new hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) based on the all-new Honda CR-V starting in 2024 at its Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio, the automaker announced. The new CR-V-based FCEV will combine a plug-in feature with FCEV technology in one model, which enables the driver to charge the onboard… Continue reading Honda to Produce Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV CR-V for U.S. Market
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced its officers and trustees for 2023, the organization announced. The approved slate of officers is: Chairman – Robert Egan, MAAP, Egan & Associates Senior Vice Chairman – John R. Washbish, MAAP, president and CEO, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Vice Chairman – Larry Pavey, AAP, CEO, Automotive Parts… Continue reading University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
Quadratec Celebrates SEMA Show Awards
Quadratec received five Global Media Awards, a New Product Award Runner-Up in the Wheel Category, honorable mention for its Res-Q Recovery Gear kits and introduced over 100 new products during this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, the company announced. Following the SEMA Show, the company also kicked off its Cyber Week sale promotion… Continue reading Quadratec Celebrates SEMA Show Awards
Biden Approves Legislation to Avoid Rail Strike
President Joe Biden has signed legislation that will avert a potential rail strike, according to Reuters. To prevent the strike, Congress invoked its ability to block strikes involving transportation, the report said. Four of the 12 railworker unions rejected the proposed contract, creating the risk of a strike that would begin Dec. 9. A work… Continue reading Biden Approves Legislation to Avoid Rail Strike
Skip Barber Racing School Announces Relocation Plans
Skip Barber Racing School is relocating its headquarters to VIRginia International Raceway (VIR) in Halifax County, Virginia, the racing school announced. Skip Barber will invest $8.9 million to relocate its headquarters to VIR, the company said. VIR will construct a 25,000-square-foot facility within the Motorsport Technology Park to lease to Skip Barber Racing School for… Continue reading Skip Barber Racing School Announces Relocation Plans
SPEED SPORT Launches Streaming Channel
SPEED SPORT has partnered with the television network development group Obsession Media to create the SPEED SPORT 1 streaming channel, the outlet announced. Set to debut in spring 2023, SPEED SPORT 1 will be available across Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) and will broadcast motorsports competition, news, lifestyle programing, documentaries and more, the outlet said.… Continue reading SPEED SPORT Launches Streaming Channel
Katie Lucas Appointed Chief Administrative Officer of Lucas Oil
Lucas Oil Products has appointed Katie Lucas, the company’s vice president of strategy and philanthropy, to the position of chief administrative officer, the company announced. In this role, she will be responsible for blending day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals, providing oversight of company policies, procedures, campaigns and growth initiatives, the company said. “Over the… Continue reading Katie Lucas Appointed Chief Administrative Officer of Lucas Oil
Goodyear, NASCAR Renew Tire Deal
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and NASCAR have renewed their partnership with a new multi-year agreement to keep Goodyear’s position as the exclusive tire for NASCAR’s top three national series, the organizations announced. The agreement continues Goodyear’s designation as the “Official Tire of NASCAR,” as well as the title sponsor of the annual Goodyear 400,… Continue reading Goodyear, NASCAR Renew Tire Deal
Magna Details CES 2023 Plans
Magna has revealed details for its exhibit at CES 2023 in Las Vegas, the company announced. At the event, the company will highlight its latest technologies in the areas of eco-innovation, driver assistance, distinction and experience, and new mobility, the company said. Magna’s exhibit will be in booth #4425 at the West Hall of the Las Vegas… Continue reading Magna Details CES 2023 Plans
Gentex to Open On-Site Childcare Facility for Employees
Gentex Corporation and the ODC Network (ODC) announced today that they are partnering to create the Gentex Discovery Preschool, an on-site daycare and preschool designed to provide Gentex employees with convenient, cost-effective access to quality childcare, the company said. “We continue to seek innovative ways to ensure Gentex is the employer of choice in West Michigan,” said Gentex President and CEO Steve Downing. “The low… Continue reading Gentex to Open On-Site Childcare Facility for Employees
LIQUI MOLY Expands Company Leadership
Long-standing Administrative Director of LIQUI MOLY, Dr. Uli Weller, will become the second managing director of the group of companies at the start of 2023, the company announced. He will join Günter Hiermaier in the role. Weller will be promoted to an additional managing director of the LIQUI MOLY Group, which also includes the Meguin… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY Expands Company Leadership
Petersen Museum, Yellowbrick Launch Online Car Design Class
The free online program includes instruction from several accomplished designers and will examine automotive design principles and highlight career opportunities in the industry…
Report: GM to Create Separate Corvette Brand
General Motors is planning to launch Corvette as its own brand beginning in 2025, according to a report from Car and Driver. The brand’s electrified lineup, according to the report, will include a four-door coupe and a crossover. Click here to read the full story from Car and Driver.
Jeep Adds Earl Exterior Paint Color for 2023 Gladiator
Jeep is expanding the Gladiator palette with the addition of the Earl exterior paint color to the 2023 lineup, the company announced. Initially featured on the Gladiator Farout concept, Earl, a shade of gray with hints of aquamarine, joins the Gladiator lineup following its production debut earlier this year on the 2023 Wrangler lineup. “The… Continue reading Jeep Adds Earl Exterior Paint Color for 2023 Gladiator
Piston Foundation Names New Manager of Development
Sperry Hutchinson has been named the manager of development for The Piston Foundation, the organization announced. The Piston Foundation is dedicated to bringing more young people into the collector car industry and spread the importance of skilled trade careers. “The Manager of Development role is meant to coincide with this need, leading the day-to-day effort… Continue reading Piston Foundation Names New Manager of Development