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

Petersen Museum to Host Documentary Screening, Panel Discussion

The Petersen Automotive Museum is set to host a screening of Route 66: The Untold Story of Women on the Mother Road and a panel discussion the organization announced. The documentary film investigates the history of Route 66 by looking at how women overcame segregation and gender discrimination to build fulfilling lives for themselves and… Continue reading Petersen Museum to Host Documentary Screening, Panel Discussion

Milton Industries Acquires LTI Tools, Casey Tool Brands

Milton Industries, a Chicago-based manufacturer of pneumatic and hydraulic accessories, has acquired Casey Tool and Lock Technology, the company announced. Casey Tool and Lock Technology is the designer and manufacturer of the LTI Tools brand of professional technician specialty tools and equipment including Texas Twister, Shockit Socket, Kentucky Kicker and several other sub-brands. The Casey… Continue reading Milton Industries Acquires LTI Tools, Casey Tool Brands

KICKER Honors Employee Anniversaries

Stillwater Designs, the maker of KICKER mobile-audio products, celebrated the anniversaries of 48 employees on July 21, culminating with recognition of four employees who have worked for the company 30 years or more, the company announced. Warranty Manager Clint Cooke was honored for 30 years of service, Electronics Engineer Bill Doering and General Manager Jay… Continue reading KICKER Honors Employee Anniversaries

Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2022

The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF) has revealed its Class of 2022. The Class of 2022, which includes Randy Anderson, Lance Clifford, Vic Curl, Butch Dean, Jim Fricker, Brad Lovell, Eric Solorzano, Scott Taylor and Mike Thomas, will be officially inducted at the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala on October… Continue reading Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2022

NASCAR College iRacing Series Returns

NASCAR is bringing back its eNASCAR College iRacing Series with a four-race fall series that kicks off at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sept. 20, the sanctioning body announced. “Expanding our presence in the college esports arena is important as we continue to reach new demographics and introduce them to the sport of NASCAR,” said Ray Smith,… Continue reading NASCAR College iRacing Series Returns

Federal Reserve: Inflation to Continue, Recession Fears Growing

A new economic survey from the U.S. Federal Reserve found that recession fears are rising, and that inflation is likely to last until the end of the year, according to a new report from CNBC. The survey of the Fed’s 12 districts found that business contacts had reported a general slowdown in demand, and concerns… Continue reading Federal Reserve: Inflation to Continue, Recession Fears Growing

Dakota Digital Acquires W.I.D.E. Contact Brand

Dakota Digital has agreed to purchase the W.I.D.E Contact brand of door contacts, the company announced. Dakota Digital has been a distributor of W.I.D.E. Contact products, using the trade name of Magnum Shooters, since it was developed in 1995 by Dave Kopser, the company said. The acronym of W.I.D.E. Contact refers to “Wires in Doors… Continue reading Dakota Digital Acquires W.I.D.E. Contact Brand

ICON Vehicle Dynamics Announces July MAP Holiday

ICON Vehicle Dynamics has announced a new promotion that will run through July 31, the company announced. ICON Vehicle Dynamics has provided a MAP Holiday to all dealers that will provide consumers a chance to purchase ICON Alloy Wheels, Armor and suspension systems for up a 15% discount, the company said. The program runs through… Continue reading ICON Vehicle Dynamics Announces July MAP Holiday

Honda Previews All-New Civic Type R

While final details have not yet been released, the new Type R is based on the Civic Hatchback model and will be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine paired with a six-speed manual…

RRMCI Partners with Advanced Accessory Concepts

Advanced Accessory Concepts (AAC), a manufacturer of several automotive brands, has formed a new partnership with R&R Marketing Consultants Inc. (RRMCI), the company announced. RRMCI will work with AAC and its Trigger Wireless Accessory Control Systems, AFN 4×4, Allied Expedition and Allied Powersports brands in several marketing and sales initiatives in the automotive aftermarket. “AAC… Continue reading RRMCI Partners with Advanced Accessory Concepts

Summit Motorsports Park Preps for Blue Suede Cruise

The upcoming Lingenfelter Performance Engineering Blue Suede Cruise presented by Cometic Gasket, scheduled for July 29-31 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, will highlight music, cars and culture from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s, event organizers announced. In addition to a very colorful and chrome-filled car show, there will be fun-runs, Nostalgia Drag Racing… Continue reading Summit Motorsports Park Preps for Blue Suede Cruise