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

SSV Works Launches New Website

SSV Works, a provider of powersports and off-road audio systems, has launched its new website (www.SSVWorks.com), the company announced. “As we have updated and created new and better purchasing abilities for our products, we have rebuilt ssvworks.com from the ground up in order to give our customers the best online experience possible,” said Trevor Kaplan,… Continue reading SSV Works Launches New Website

Dee Zee Selected as Supplier for BrightDrop Electric Vans

Dee Zee will be manufacturing structural and exterior components for the General Motors (GM) BrightDrop Zevo 600 and Zevo electric delivery vans, the company announced. “Dee Zee is proud to be a Tier 1 supplier to GM on the new BrightDrop electric vehicle,” said Director of OEM Sales Matt Guerdet. “Dee Zee will use our… Continue reading Dee Zee Selected as Supplier for BrightDrop Electric Vans

Oracle Lighting Names New Marketing Manager

Oracle Lighting has named Brendan Bohac as its new marketing manager, the company announced. “As Oracle Lighting continues to grow, we needed a marketing manager with an enthusiasm and passion for the automotive industry as well as a solid background in the communications field, and Brendan was the ideal choice to fill this role,” said… Continue reading Oracle Lighting Names New Marketing Manager

Meyer Distributing Announces Quarterly Sales Performance Award Winner

Meyer Distributing recently presented its 2022 Second Quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award to Edward Paz, the company announced. The award recognizes sales account managers that excel, day-in and day-out, at Meyer Distributing, the company said. According to Meyer, Paz is a top performer that continually strives to improve day-in and day-out. “Edward is someone that… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Announces Quarterly Sales Performance Award Winner

NPW Acquires Hi Tech Auto Parts

National Performance Warehouse (NPW) has acquired North Miami, Florida’s Hi Tech Auto Parts, the parts distributor announced. It is the company’s second acquisition and expansion in south Florida in 2022, the company said. The deal closed on Sept. 12 and the location has been re-named to Johnny’s Auto Parts, NPW said. It is the second… Continue reading NPW Acquires Hi Tech Auto Parts

LKQ Appoints New CEO of LKQ Europe

LKQ Corporation, parent company of Keystone Automotive Operations, has appointed Varun Laroyia as chief executive officer and managing director of LKQ Europe, the company announced. Laroyia, who previously served as the company’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, succeeds Arnd Franz, who is leaving to join MAHLE Group as its chief executive officer, where… Continue reading LKQ Appoints New CEO of LKQ Europe

Akrapovič BMW M440i (G26) Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Akrapovič has released its BMW M440i (G26) Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust system and it is now available at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič. The Akrapovič Evolution Line is a high-grade lightweight titanium system finished with handcrafted carbon-fiber tailpipes. The valves on each side are calculated to tailor the sound, and… Continue reading Akrapovič BMW M440i (G26) Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

HRIA to Present New Awards at SEMA Show

The SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) will present two new awards recognizing hot rods and builders at the 2022 SEMA Show, the SEMA council announced. The new “Design & Innovation Award” will be presented to a builder or shop in recognition of a vehicle that exemplifies the meaning of an exceptional hot rod, HRIA… Continue reading HRIA to Present New Awards at SEMA Show

FIA Appoints First CEO

The FIA has appointed Natalie Robyn to be the Federation’s first ever CEO, the organization announced. Joining the FIA in the near future, American-born Robyn has over 15 years of executive experience in both the automotive and financial sectors. Prior to joining the Federation, she has held a variety of senior management positions at Volvo,… Continue reading FIA Appoints First CEO

Formula DRIFT, Motorcycle Stunts to Headline SEMA Ignited

After the SEMA Show concludes, the cars and trucks from the event will again make their way to SEMA Ignited – the official SEMA Show after-party, and will be joined by demonstrations from Formula DRIFT and motorcycle stunt riders, event organizers announced. Taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall Parking Lot following… Continue reading Formula DRIFT, Motorcycle Stunts to Headline SEMA Ignited

Railroads Reach Deal with Unions to Avoid Service Disruptions

Major U.S. railroads and rail worker unions have reached a deal on a new labor contract, according to Reuters. According to the report, contract talks in Washington ran for 20 consecutive hours between unions representing 115,000 workers and railroads including Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern and Kansas City Southern. The deal prevents a potential… Continue reading Railroads Reach Deal with Unions to Avoid Service Disruptions

Design School Builds VR Auto Show

Transportation design students at Detroit’s College for Creative Studies (CCS) teamed up with Meta’s Creative Shop to build a VR auto show experience in Meta Horizon Worlds ahead of the North American International Detroit Auto Show (Detroit Auto Show), the school announced. A group of CCS Transportation Design students participated in a two-week program and… Continue reading Design School Builds VR Auto Show

Lear Selected as Component Supplier for GM Ultium Platform

Lear Corporation has been selected by General Motors Co. to supply electrification technologies for the automaker’s Ultium global electric vehicle platform, the companies announced. “We are honored to have been selected to provide technologies to support GM’s vision for a zero-emissions future,” said Ray Scott, Lear’s president and chief executive officer. “Lear’s unique electrification engineering… Continue reading Lear Selected as Component Supplier for GM Ultium Platform