Aftermarket Websites, The AAM Group’s website service for local aftermarket shops, has partnered with Air Lift Company to provide Air Lift data to its customers, the company announced. Air Lift has agreed to permit Aftermarket Websites customers who are also Air Lift Authorized Dealers to display Air Lift data on their sites to market the… Continue reading Aftermarket Websites, Air Lift Strike Data Agreement
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Brembo Establishes Venture Capital Branch to Invest in Startups
Brembo, the manufacturer of braking systems, has launched a new venture capital branch, Brembo Ventures, the company announced. According to the company, Brembo Ventures will strategically invest in technology startups that are active in artificial intelligence, big data, sensors, mechatronics, energy efficiency and sustainability, with solutions that can be applied in the automotive sector in… Continue reading Brembo Establishes Venture Capital Branch to Invest in Startups
Ringbrothers Previews SEMA Show Builds
The custom car builders will introduce four new vehicles during the event, including a 1948 Chevy pickup powered by a 1,000-hp big-block marine racing engine…
Turn 14 Distribution Adds VMP Performance to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added VMP Performance, a manufacturer of supercharger kits for late-model Ford Vehicles, to its line card, the company announced. “VMP Performance is the first stand-alone supercharger brand we have added to the Turn 14 Distribution line card. The company builds supercharger kits along with a variety of upgrades… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds VMP Performance to Line Card
Porsche Launches Historic Vehicle Documentation Portal
The website will provide a vehicle’s original production specifications, including optional equipment, exterior and interior colors, engine and transmission type and more…
Jeep Celebrates Rebelle Rally Victory
Jeep is celebrating its second consecutive Rebelle Rally title, the automaker announced. The Jeep-supported team of Nena Barlow and Teralin Petereit took the most points in four of the seven stages of the off-road rally through Nevada and California, never scoring lower than third, while piloting their bone stock Jeep Wrangler 4xe to the overall… Continue reading Jeep Celebrates Rebelle Rally Victory
VOXX-DEI Announces Virtual Training Series Schedule
VOXX-DEI has announced a new schedule of virtual training sessions for new and experienced dealers. Held once per month, the training sessions will be geared toward new dealers, prospective dealers, novice techs and those new to selling and Installing VOXX-DEI products, the company said. Schedule (all times EST): Oct. 25 – 8:30 p.m. Nov. 16… Continue reading VOXX-DEI Announces Virtual Training Series Schedule
Mobile Solutions Opens 2023 MasterTech Expo Early Bird Registration
Mobile Solutions has opened early bird registration for the 2023 MasterTech Expo, organizers announced. Scheduled for Mar. 5-8, 2023 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona, the MasterTech Expo offers professional education, networking opportunities and an exhibitor showcase for automotive fabricators trimmers, designers, 12V technicians and business owners. Registration at the MasterTech Expo website… Continue reading Mobile Solutions Opens 2023 MasterTech Expo Early Bird Registration
Turn 14 Distribution Adds ION Alloy Wheels to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its selection of truck wheels with the addition of ION Alloy Wheels to its line card, the company announced. “ION Alloy Wheels is the largest of The Wheel Group’s (TWG) wheel brands, and the product styles cater to the more traditional street and tow truck audience looking… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ION Alloy Wheels to Line Card
RealTruck Promotes Barringer to Chief Accounting Officer
RealTruck has appointed Christine Barringer as its first chief accounting officer, the manufacturer and online retailer of aftermarket truck parts and accessories, the company announced. In her new role, Barringer will be responsible for overseeing the company’s strategic direction of the corporate accounting organization, financial-close processes, reporting, and continuous improvements in the accounting function to support the… Continue reading RealTruck Promotes Barringer to Chief Accounting Officer
Fox Factory Partners with Society of Women Engineers
Fox Factory has formed a new partnership with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), the company announced. In addition to the annual partnership, the company will make an appearance at the SWE National Conference held in Houston, Texas, Oct. 20-22, to recruit professionals for Fox’s summer internship program and engineering positions, the company said. As… Continue reading Fox Factory Partners with Society of Women Engineers
EnerSys to Debut ODYSSEY Battery IndyCar at 2022 AAPEX Show
EnerSys, the manufacturer of ODYSSEY batteries, will debut its ODYSSEY battery-branded No. 3 Team Penske IndyCar Chevrolet at the 2022 AAPEX Show, the company announced. 2021 IndyCar Series Rookie of the Year, Scott McLaughlin, drove the racecar to victory during its first series race appearance at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in July 2022, the company said.… Continue reading EnerSys to Debut ODYSSEY Battery IndyCar at 2022 AAPEX Show
SEMA Reveals Vehicle Award Finalists
Divided into six categories and determined by SEMA Show exhibitors, the vehicles represent the best business opportunities for the aftermarket…
RANDYS Worldwide Promotes Delapenha to National Sales Director
RANDYS Worldwide has promoted Andrew Delapenha to national account director, the company announced Delapenha began as a sales account manager with RANDYS in 2013. After six years with the company, he moved on to multiple positions with the University of Washington and Boeing, the company said. “Both opportunities allowed me to grow as a leader… Continue reading RANDYS Worldwide Promotes Delapenha to National Sales Director
WyoTech Students Receive Jessi Combs Foundation Scholarships
Three students from WyoTech, an automotive, diesel, and collision trade school, have received scholarships from the Jessi Combs Foundation (JCF), the school announced. Maggie Daskam, Jade Bovee and Kaygen Bogle all received the award, which is one of the ways JCF aims to fulfill its mission to educate, inspire and empower the next generation of… Continue reading WyoTech Students Receive Jessi Combs Foundation Scholarships