RealTruck, formerly Truck Hero, has hired Tom Luttrell as its new chief information officer, the company announced. Luttrell will be responsible for advancing the company’s information technology infrastructure to improve business capabilities at RealTruck, the company said. “I’m honored to be named RealTruck’s first CIO,” said Luttrell. “Joining an organization that inspires people to live… Continue reading RealTruck Appoints Chief Information Officer
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Developer Reveals Details for World of Outlaws Video Game
The World of Outlaws returns to console gaming for the first time in over a decade on Sept. 27, as World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing hits the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, developers iRacing and Monster Games announced. The official game of the World of Outlaws features six different dirt… Continue reading Developer Reveals Details for World of Outlaws Video Game
Tint World Ranked Among Top Private Companies
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers was ranked No. 4,848 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, a ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America, the company announced. Tint World also ranks 11th in the automotive industry, 389th in the state of Florida, and 169th in the city of Miami, the company said. “Tint World delivers… Continue reading Tint World Ranked Among Top Private Companies
Roadkill Nights Sets Attendance Record
Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge staged its return to Woodward Avenue on Aug. 13, drawing a one-day attendance record of more than 40,000 performance enthusiasts to M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, along with more than a million online views, event organizers announced. “This is the seventh year of MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge… Continue reading Roadkill Nights Sets Attendance Record
Newman/Haas Racing IndyCars Up for Auction
A collection of 40 Newman/Haas Racing IndyCars will be up for auction through RM Sotheby’s, the auction house announced. The collection includes championship-winning cars driven by Mario and Michael Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Sebastian Bourdais and more, and represents over 20 years of open-wheel racing history. Click here to view the full listing, which also includes… Continue reading Newman/Haas Racing IndyCars Up for Auction
IMSA Announces Diverse Driver Scholarship Finalists
The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) has named the seven racers who are finalists for the second annual IMSA Diverse Driver Development Scholarship, the sanctioning body announced. Two women and five men were selected to contend for the scholarship worth upwards of a quarter million dollars in value toward a full season of competition in… Continue reading IMSA Announces Diverse Driver Scholarship Finalists
Toledo Jeep Fest Welcomes Record Crowd
The 2022 Toledo Jeep Fest, presented by Dana Incorporated and ProMedica, drew a record crowd of more than 70,000 people visiting from 37 states, along with Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Netherlands, event organizers said. The Grogan’s Towne & Charlie’s All-Jeep Parade was also its largest ever, with 1,400-plus Jeeps participating in the event.… Continue reading Toledo Jeep Fest Welcomes Record Crowd
DECKED Partners with Pearson Candy Company
DECKED has partnered with Pearson Candy Company to include a peanut-packed Salted Nut Roll at no additional cost, with every Drawer System, Tool Box and CargoGlide, the company announced. “As a privately-owned, US-based brand with a customer-focused mission to make the everyday lives of hard working and recreating folks a little better, it felt like… Continue reading DECKED Partners with Pearson Candy Company
Akrapovič Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
Akrapovič has released its Mercedes-AMG GLE 63/GLE 63 S/GLE 63 S COUPÉ (W167 / C293) and GLS 63 (X167) Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust systems, which are now available at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič. These exhaust systems boast three exhaust valves operated by a specially developed control kit: one on… Continue reading Akrapovič Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
IMSA Launches Sim Racing Series
The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) is launching a global virtual series called the IMSA Esports Global Championship, the sanctioning body announced. Although IMSA’s association with iRacing.com dates back more than a decade and includes the IMSA iRacing Pro Series and the IMSA Triple Crown Challenge, the IMSA Esports Global Championship is the first IMSA-backed… Continue reading IMSA Launches Sim Racing Series
Registration Now Open for 2022 SEMA Show Student Program
Registration for the 2022 SEMA Show Student Program is now open to eligible faculty and students of automotive colleges and universities, the organization announced. The 2022 program includes a welcome commencement, recognition of scholarship winners, student networking opportunities, return of the all-female Gear-Up Girl networking event and a networking day where students will meet with… Continue reading Registration Now Open for 2022 SEMA Show Student Program
Automakers: Proposed Tax Credits Could Hurt EV Sales
Proposed tax credits of up to $7,500 for electric vehicles under the Inflation Reduction Act could be counterintuitive for sales of EVs, several companies and a group representing major automakers such as General Motors, Toyota Motor and Ford Motor said, according to a report from CNBC. The new rules would raise a sales threshold for… Continue reading Automakers: Proposed Tax Credits Could Hurt EV Sales
Meyer Distributing Adds LiftGator, Whelen Engineering to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added LiftGator and Whelen Engineering to its line card, the distributor announced. LiftGator offers removable liftgates, available for trucks and vans. Whelen Engineering will contribute emergency warning lights to Meyer Distributing’s inventory. “Meyer is excited to announce the addition of LiftGator to our line card. This offering will go great in our… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds LiftGator, Whelen Engineering to Line Card
Ferrari Recalls Over 23,000 Cars
Ferrari has recalled 23,555 cars dating back to the 2005 model year over a potential brake issue, according to a report from Autoweek. The recall is due to a brake reservoir cap that might not vent properly, according to Autoweek. If the cap doesn’t vent as intended, it could create a vacuum in the system… Continue reading Ferrari Recalls Over 23,000 Cars
Auto Care Association Webinar to Cover Ocean Shipping Challenges
An upcoming webinar hosted by the Auto Care Association will examine present and future challenges of the ocean shipping industry and its impact on the automotive industry, the organization announced. Scheduled for Aug. 24 at 2 p.m. ET, the webinar will discuss disruptions and challenges with freight movement due to a range of issues, including… Continue reading Auto Care Association Webinar to Cover Ocean Shipping Challenges