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Hankook Tire to Invest $1.6B in Tennessee Plant Expansion

Hankook Tire is making a $1.6 billion investment to expand its Tennessee manufacturing facility, located in Clarksville, Tennessee, the company announced. The investment includes the previously planned Phase 2 expansion that will double production capacity of Hankook’s passenger car and light truck (PC/LT) tires, and adds a Phase 3 expansion with the company’s first U.S.… Continue reading Hankook Tire to Invest $1.6B in Tennessee Plant Expansion

Tint World Relocates Florida Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has relocated its Naples, Florida store, the company announced. The shop is now located at is located at 3883 Davis Boulevard, Naples, Florida.  Tint World Naples, owned by Manny Sousa, provides automotive aftermarket services and accessories, including window tint, mobile electronics, audio and video equipment, paint protection films and more. “Tint… Continue reading Tint World Relocates Florida Location

Audi Enters Formula 1

Beginning in 2026, Audi will compete in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with a specially developed power unit, the automaker announced ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix. The project will be based at Audi Sport’s facility in Neuburg near Ingolstadt. “Motorsport is an integral part of Audi’s DNA,” said Audi Chairman Markus Duesmann. “Formula… Continue reading Audi Enters Formula 1

CARB Votes to End Sale of Gas-Powered Cars by 2035

California moved to require all new vehicles sold in the state by 2035 to be either electric or plug-in electric hybrids, according to a report from Reuters. California Governor Gavin Newsom first announced the plan to phase out vehicles that run only on gasoline by 2035 in September 2020. The California Air Resources Board voted… Continue reading CARB Votes to End Sale of Gas-Powered Cars by 2035

Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Battle Scarred Motorsports Contest, Donation

Hot Shot’s Secret has made a $6,000 donation to Battle Scarred Motorsports (BSM) and is launching a new online contest open to veterans and first responders, the company announced. Battle Scarred Motorsports, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, provides veterans and first responders with a motorsports experience either racing on a track or working in the pits. Hot… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Battle Scarred Motorsports Contest, Donation

U.S. Postal Service Issues Pony Car Stamps

The U.S. Postal Service issued new Pony Cars Forever stamps at the Great American Stamp Show, the organization announced. The stamps celebrate five iconic U.S. automobiles — the 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302, the 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T, the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, the 1967 Mercury Cougar XR-7 GT and the 1969 AMC Javelin SST.… Continue reading U.S. Postal Service Issues Pony Car Stamps

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EGR USA Announces 6 New Manufacturer Rep Partnerships

EGR USA has contracted six new manufacturer rep firms to help promote the company’s full product line in the USA and Canada, the truck accessories manufacturer announced. “We are making some hard and fast changes at EGR USA to fulfill our mission to be the number one branded truck accessory company in North America,” said… Continue reading EGR USA Announces 6 New Manufacturer Rep Partnerships

Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations

Ocean carriers continue to cite congestion at U.S. and Canadian ports as the reason for canceled sailings, CNBC reported. As a result, shipping vessels will now be out of position for return voyages, moving containers, loading U.S. exports, and ultimately being in a position to load imports, according to the report. Additional issues, including a… Continue reading Port Congestion Causing Shipping Cancelations

AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule

The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series will hold two free sessions in September: “Navigating the Rapids Ahead” on Sept. 7, and “Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics,” on Sept. 19, the organization announced. In “Navigating the Rapids Ahead,” attendees will learn how to be prepared to handle difficult business situations, the organization said. The webinar… Continue reading AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule

Lime Rock Park to Rename ‘No Name Straight’

Lime Rock Park’s “No Name Straight” will be renamed during the track’s Historic Festival 40, track officials announced. The dedication ceremony will start at 5:45 p.m. ET on Sept. 3 with a historic Corvette parade lap circling the original Lime Rock Park circuit before Skip Barber, Lime Rock executives and special guests reveal the new… Continue reading Lime Rock Park to Rename ‘No Name Straight’

Torqued Distribution Adds Motul, Red Line to Line Card

Torqued Distribution has added Motul and Red Line Synthetic Oil racing lubricants to its line card, the company announced. “Torqued is excited to announce the addition of Motul racing lubricants and Red Line racing lubricants to our line card” said Lou Lobsinger, head of sales & marketing. “We’ve had a strong demand for racing lubricants… Continue reading Torqued Distribution Adds Motul, Red Line to Line Card

eBay Acquires myFitment

eBay Inc. has acquired the myFitment group of companies, a provider of online tools and support to help online automotive and powersports parts and accessories sellers, the companies announced. myFitment’s tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, which aims to ensure customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle, reducing… Continue reading eBay Acquires myFitment