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

Radford Racing School Launches Lotus Evora GT Driving Experience

Radford Racing School is launching a new program called the Radford Racing School Lotus Driving Experience as an official Lotus USA Track Partner featuring the North American exclusive Evora GT, the racing school announced. “Our connection to these amazing Lotus cars runs deep,” said Mike Kessler, general manager of Radford Racing School. “We unveiled our… Continue reading Radford Racing School Launches Lotus Evora GT Driving Experience

Kansas Passes SEMA-Supported Restoration Law

Kansas lawmakers have passed SEMA-supported H.B. 2594, which “[exempts] certain modifications on antique vehicles from vehicle identification number offense seizures and dispositions,” the organization announced. The new legislation is “a critical step forward in protecting the rights of restorers and owners of classic vehicles in the state,” according to SEMA officials. The catalyst for the… Continue reading Kansas Passes SEMA-Supported Restoration Law

Hypertherm to Exhibit Robotmaster at Automate 2022

Hypertherm is preparing to provide live demonstrations of its Robotmaster offline programming software for robots at Automate 2022, the company said. The company will be exhibiting in Booth 2013 at Detroit’s Huntington Place Convention Center during the event, Hypertherm said. Robotmaster aims to help manufacturers maximize a robot’s productivity with programming for a variety of… Continue reading Hypertherm to Exhibit Robotmaster at Automate 2022

HELLA Recognized as 2021 GM Supplier of the Year Winner

Automotive lighting and electronics manufacturer HELLA was named a General Motors Supplier of the Year winner in General Motors’ 30th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. HELLA received the award in two categories: Chassis Electronics and Lighting & Bulbs. It is also Hella’s fourth consecutive year receiving the award, the company said.… Continue reading HELLA Recognized as 2021 GM Supplier of the Year Winner

Malco Products to Sponsor NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver

Malco Products will serve as the primary sponsor for B.J. McLeod Motorsports (BJMM) and its driver, Scott Heckert, who will be behind the wheel of the stock car No. 5 Chevrolet for the NASCAR Xfinity series race, Pit Boss 250, at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas on March 26, the company announced. Heckert… Continue reading Malco Products to Sponsor NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver

Ziebart Names New CEO

Thomas E. Wolfe will be stepping down from his role as president and chief executive officer of Ziebart International and will be replaced by his son, Thomas A. Wolfe, the company announced. As part of the leadership change, Thomas A. Wolfe will become president/chief executive officer, while Thomas E. Wolfe will transition to executive vice… Continue reading Ziebart Names New CEO

Honda Opens $124M Wind Tunnel

Honda has opened its new $124 million state-of-the-art wind tunnel facility, ushering in a new era of development testing capabilities for Honda and Acura products, as well as the company’s race vehicles, the automaker announced. The new Honda Automotive Laboratories of Ohio (HALO) facility, located at the independent Transportation Research Center Inc. (TRC) in Central… Continue reading Honda Opens $124M Wind Tunnel

Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Support for Battle Scarred Motorsports

Hot Shot’s Secret will be organizing a year of fundraising activity designed to support Battle Scarred Motorsports (BSM), the company announced. Battle Scarred Motorsports, formerly USMC Racing, assists disabled service members and first responders by providing racing opportunities on the track and in the pits. Money raised starting in March through the end of the… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Support for Battle Scarred Motorsports

CRP Automotive Launches New Website

CRP Automotive has just launched a new website at www.crpautomotive.com for professionals in the automotive industry, the company announced. The new, mobile-friendly site features navigation and multiple search options for products, tech tips and service solutions, along with technical videos, and the latest news from CRP Automotive’s brands – AAE Steering System Components, REIN Replacement… Continue reading CRP Automotive Launches New Website

New Meyer Distributing ‘Megahub’ to Open in Oregon

Meyer Distributing is opening a new “megahub” in Hermiston, Oregon, the parts distributor announced. The 170,000-sq.-ft. inventory hub will be expandable in four phases to 728,000 sq.-ft., the company said, and will contain full coverage of automotive, RV and marine accessories and replacement parts as well as outdoor lifestyle, janitorial/sanitation, and industrial products. The facility… Continue reading New Meyer Distributing ‘Megahub’ to Open in Oregon

SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Candidates

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has announced the candidates for its upcoming Board of Directors election, the organization announced. The following candidates are vying for a seat on the SEMA Board of Directors: Manufacturer – (3) Open Seats Brian Herron, Opus IVS John Torvinen, Performance Assembly Solutions Kathryn Reinhardt (Incumbent), 4WP Factory/Pro Comp/Rubicon Express/Smittybilt… Continue reading SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Candidates

Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System

Mercedes-Benz L3 DRIVE PILOT Demonstration

Mercedes-Benz is targeting a late 2022 release of its Drive Pilot autonomous driving system in the U.S., according to a recent report from Road & Track. The Drive Pilot system will be available on certain highways when traveling below 40 mph and be offered on certain S-Class and EQS models. When engaged, the system will… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System

Hot Shot’s Secret Increases Support of Waypoint Vets

Hot Shot’s Secret is increasing its support of the Waypoint Vets organization in 2022 with a $50,000 fundraising match, the company announced. Waypoint Vets is a charitable organization with the mission of uniting and empowering U.S. military veterans through outdoor activities and adventure. Since the company was founded by veteran Sarah Lee in 2019, over… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Increases Support of Waypoint Vets

JRi Shocks Used for Paralympic Sit-Ski

Toyota Sit-Ski Set to Make Debut at Paralympic Winter Games

JRi Shocks were featured on a new sit-ski used during the Alpine skiing events at the Paralympics in Beijing, the company announced. The new sit-ski was designed by Toyota’s U.S. racing arm – Toyota Racing Development USA (TRD USA) – as part of its support of the Paralympic Movement. Toyota’s first-ever sit-ski, a monoski available… Continue reading JRi Shocks Used for Paralympic Sit-Ski