NASCAR driver Kyle Larson has partnered with World of Outlaws Series Champion Brad Sweet to launch a new sprint car series in 2023, the new High Limit Sprint Car Series announced. The new series will feature a 12-race schedule with mid-week races paying as high as $50,000-to-win. High Limit will feature Larson and other top… Continue reading Kyle Larson, Brad Sweet Launch New Sprint Car Series
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Kelley Blue Book Ranks Best Off-Road Trucks of 2022
Kelley Blue Book recently revealed its rankings of the Best Off-Road Trucks in 2022, the company announced. “Summer is the perfect time to enjoy off-road adventures with a capable truck,” said Brian Moody, executive editor for Kelley Blue Book. “To make traveling off-pavement safer and smarter – and to have the most fun – you… Continue reading Kelley Blue Book Ranks Best Off-Road Trucks of 2022
Mustang Dynamometer Attends Automechanika in Mexico City
Mustang Dynamometer recently exhibited at Ina PAACE Automechanika Mexico 2022 in Mexico City, the company announced. Mustang Dynamometer representatives in attendance included Jose Luis Díaz, president of Mustang de Mexico Dinamometers and Eser Manav, general manager and vice president of operations of Mustang Dynamometer USA. “The trade show is a great opportunity to meet with… Continue reading Mustang Dynamometer Attends Automechanika in Mexico City
EGR USA Names Mike Timmons VP of Aftermarket Sales and Marketing
Mike Timmons has been selected to serve as the new vice president of sales and marketing, aftermarket division for EGR USA, the company announced. EGR manufactures automotive accessories for more than 50 original equipment manufacturers and the automotive aftermarket including fender flares, hood guards, body side moldings, truck cab spoilers, window visors, sports bars and… Continue reading EGR USA Names Mike Timmons VP of Aftermarket Sales and Marketing
NCM Motorsports Park Plans Repairs, Improvements
The National Corvette Museum has revealed a $2.4-million-plan for improvements to the NCM Motorsports Park, the museum announced. In Dec. 2021, the NCM Motorsports Park was heavily damaged when an EF-3 tornado touched down in Bowling Green. Instead of just restoring the Motorsports Park to pre-tornado conditions, the National Corvette Museum is planning significant improvements… Continue reading NCM Motorsports Park Plans Repairs, Improvements
MAE Installs Test Stand for Komatsu
Mustang Advanced Engineering, an American manufacturer of testing equipment, dynamometers and related products, recently completed the installation of an End-of-Line (EOL) heavy-duty wheel load test stand at Komatsu’s Newberry, South Carolina plant, the company announced. Komatsu, a developer and supplier of equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets, has had… Continue reading MAE Installs Test Stand for Komatsu
Eleven Engineering Donates May Profits to Ukraine Family
Eleven Engineering has donated its May 2022 profits from its Skaastore.com to help support a Ukraine family in need of assistance during the current war with Russia, the company announced. Eleven Engineering added that SKAA’s donation is the equivalent of one year’s rent, in hopes that the money helps ease any burden on them while… Continue reading Eleven Engineering Donates May Profits to Ukraine Family
Custom Build Auction to Benefit SEMA Education
Proceeds from the sale of the five vehicles will be reinvested back into the SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program and other SEMA Education Youth Engagement initiatives…
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Forgestar to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has widened its selection of performance wheels with the addition of Forgestar to its line card, the company announced. “Forgestar is an innovative manufacturer that develops strong and lightweight wheels using rotary formed flow forming technology. The company has established itself in the domestic space and has developed wheel… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Forgestar to Line Card
Jeep Adds New Exterior Colors for 2023 Wrangler
Jeep will be offering two new exterior production colors on the 2023 model-year Jeep Wrangler: Earl and limited-production Reign. First showcased on the Gladiator Farout concept in 2020, Earl, a shade of gray with hints of aquamarine, makes its debut as an available exterior production color on the Wrangler lineup for the first time for… Continue reading Jeep Adds New Exterior Colors for 2023 Wrangler
Michelin North America Appoints New Director of Motorsports
Michelin North America has named Jason Anzalone director of motorsports, effective Aug. 1, the company announced. Anzalone succeeds Tony Ménard, who is returning to Michelin headquarters in France after three years in North America. “Tony has been instrumental to our motorsports success in North America, nurturing the heritage of Michelin and BFGoodrich racing through iconic… Continue reading Michelin North America Appoints New Director of Motorsports
Tint World Named to Franchise Business Review’s Culture100 List
Tint World Automotive Styling Center was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s third annual Culture100 list recognizing the top 100 franchise bands, the company announced. “Tint World has worked incredibly hard to build a strong company culture that supports franchisee success,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “We especially value recognition… Continue reading Tint World Named to Franchise Business Review’s Culture100 List
1934 Chevy Roadster Wins Goodguys Street Rod of the Year
The roadster, built by Devlin Rod and Customs, is just the fourth Chevrolet to win the award…
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Tazer to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Tazer to its line card, an electronics manufacturer specializing in programming devices, the company announced. “The addition of Tazer expands our selection of products in the programming device category. The company offers a wide range of programming options for Jeep and Mopar applications. Tazer products do not… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Tazer to Line Card
Indy Autonomous Challenge Returning to CES
Following its debut at CES 2022 the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will return to CES 2023, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced. The Autonomous Challenge at CES will take place at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Jan 7, 2023. The event will be limited to CES attendees and transportation will be available from the Las… Continue reading Indy Autonomous Challenge Returning to CES