Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added to its selection of Weld Racing products with the addition of Weld Off-Road to its line card, the company announced. “Turn 14 Distribution brought on Weld Racing in 2019, and we are now extending the product selection to include Weld Off-Road truck and UTV wheels. Weld Off-Road… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Weld Off-Road to Line Card
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
GDP Declines as Recession Chances Grow
The U.S. economy contracted for the second straight quarter from April to June, hitting a widely accepted rule of thumb for a recession, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported Thursday. Gross domestic product fell 0.9% during that period, following a 1.6% decline in the first quarter and was worse than the Dow Jones estimate for… Continue reading GDP Declines as Recession Chances Grow
YANG Fundraiser to Benefit AACF
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG), an Auto Care Association community of young industry professionals, is partnering with the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) to raise support for the foundation through a nationwide TopGolf event, the organization announced. “In continuing its effort to provide support to members of the auto care industry, YANG is… Continue reading YANG Fundraiser to Benefit AACF
Porsche Expected to Enter F1 with Red Bull Racing
Porsche will enter Formula One in partnership with Red Bull Racing, according to a report from Motorsport. Details regarding the partnership emerged after a Moroccan regulatory agency was required to publish documents related to the deal, which will see the German manufacturer buy a 50% stake in Red Bull Technology, the parent company of the… Continue reading Porsche Expected to Enter F1 with Red Bull Racing
E.C.D. Introduces Special Edition Models
The Special Edition models will offer pre-selected specifications developed by E.C.D. designers and speed up production time by six months…
Quadratec to Host ‘Jeeps and Java’ in Ohio
Quadratec is hosting a “Jeeps and Java” car meet at Trail Quest in Plain City, Ohio, the company announced. Scheduled for July 31 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., the event will be open to all Jeep enthusiasts, and will feature coffee, donuts and raffle prizes. Quadratec’s team of Jeep experts will be on-site at the… Continue reading Quadratec to Host ‘Jeeps and Java’ in Ohio
Meyer Distributing Adds Outdoor Equipment to Product Lineup
Meyer Distributing is now offering a variety of hunting blinds and other outdoor equipment, the distributor announced. “With over 10 brand names and over 100 units in stock, we have what you need to get ready for the season,” said Nick Gramelspacher of Meyer Distributing. “[We have] big names in stock like Ardisam, Banks Outdoors,… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Outdoor Equipment to Product Lineup
Chevy Offering Incentives to Corvette Z06 Buyers to Not Flip Cars
According to a report, the manufacturer will give $5000 worth of My Chevrolet Rewards points to program members who still own the car after one year…
Continental Tire Partners with UTI
Continental Tire has been selected as the Official Tire of Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the company announced. The new partnership includes campus and curriculum aides to each of UTI’s 13 locations across the nation. “We are pleased to announce Continental Tire’s sponsorship of Universal Technical Institute (UTI),” said Chris Charity, vice president of sales –… Continue reading Continental Tire Partners with UTI
Tint World Names New Accounting Manager
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has hired Chris Hejda to serve as its accounting manager, the company announced. Hejda will be responsible for oversight of internal and external financial reporting, financial controls, accounting, tax and audit relations. “Our goal at Tint World is to continue accelerating our growth, and that depends on a foundation of… Continue reading Tint World Names New Accounting Manager
Tri-State Enterprises Adds to Sales Team
Tri-State Enterprises, a wholesale distributor of automotive parts, car audio/electronics, and truck accessories, has hired Greg Frabotta to join its sales team, the company announced. Frabotta will be responsible for driving and growing outside sales in the North Texas region, the company said, and will be working out of its Arlington, Texas distribution center. Frabotta… Continue reading Tri-State Enterprises Adds to Sales Team
BendPak Announces Leadership Changes
Effective Aug. 3, Don Henthorn will be stepping down as president and CEO of BendPak and taking on a more limited role in the day-to-day operations as chairman emeritus, the company announced. Jeff Kritzer will be succeeding Henthorn as president and CEO. Henthorn will also remain active in an advisory capacity to aid the transition,… Continue reading BendPak Announces Leadership Changes
LSI Appoints New Chemical Business Development Manager
Lubrication Specialties Inc. has promoted Julie Blankenship to the position of LSI Chemical Business Development Manager, the company announced. The position serves as the primary support to international distributors authorized to sell LSI Chemical branded additives and Hot Shot’s Secret products overseas. In this position, Blankenship will coordinate all LSI Chemical sales and marketing activity… Continue reading LSI Appoints New Chemical Business Development Manager
Enterprise Expands Collision Engineering College Program
Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, has formed a new partnership with Collin College Technical Campus in Allen, Texas, to support the growth and expansion of its Collision Engineering Program, the company announced. Now active in five schools across the U.S., the program uses a two-year apprenticeship model in which students receive real-world experience… Continue reading Enterprise Expands Collision Engineering College Program
DeLorean Reimagines Company History
The company developed concept cars to inspire the design of its upcoming Alpha5 EV coupe…