A new study from Citi suggests improvements to the global supply chain are unlikely in the near term, and that the pandemic shed light on a far-from-optimized system, according to a Yahoo Finance report. The status of the pandemic is the key, according to Citi’s experts, and an improvement in COVID-19 cases will help to… Continue reading Report: Improved Supply Chain Unlikely in Near Term
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Cadillac Reveals Project GTP Hypercar
Codeveloped by Cadillac and Dallara, the new endurance racer will make its on-track debut in 2023 in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship…
VP Racing Fuels Appoints New Division Directors
VP Racing Fuels has promoted Andy Deel and Richard Glady to director positions in their respective divisions, the company announced. Deel, formerly division manager, consumer products, has been named director, consumer products. “Andy has demonstrated strong leadership in managing his Consumer Products team and driving sales in the fastest growing division at VP,” said Bruce… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Appoints New Division Directors
Champion Auto Systems Acquires Webasto Hollandia 700 Sunroof Line
Champion Auto Systems has acquired the Hollandia 700 (H700) line of sunroofs from Webasto, the company announced. According to Bill North, president Champion Auto Systems, Webasto has been supportive of the acquisition and all tooling and equipment are currently being transported to the U.S. The transfer aims to ensure that all of the H700 product… Continue reading Champion Auto Systems Acquires Webasto Hollandia 700 Sunroof Line
Timbren Appoints New Financial Controller
Timbren has appointed David Jones as its new financial controller, the company announced. “Jones brings a well-developed career and a wealth of knowledge to our company,” Timbren representatives said in a press release announcing the appointment. “An extensive exposure to manufacturing and distribution in Canada and worldwide, he is a great alignment to our vision… Continue reading Timbren Appoints New Financial Controller
U.S. Trans Am Series Drivers Invited to Race at Bathurst
U.S. TA2 drivers will be able to compete alongside the Australian Trans Am Series during its season finale at the 23-turn track later this year…
Chris Thomson Joins Centerforce as National Sales Manager
Centerforce, a manufacturer of performance clutches and flywheels for classic and late-model cars and trucks for over 40 years, has announced that Chris Thomson will join the Centerforce team as its new National Sales Manager. In this position, Thomson will work to develop sales strategies, manage the sales team and explore new markets, the company… Continue reading Chris Thomson Joins Centerforce as National Sales Manager
J.D. Power Acquires We Predict
J.D. Power has acquired the data and predictive analytics business of We Predict, a UK-based provider of global automobile service and warranty analytics, the company announced. We Predict’s software, which is used by auto manufacturers and suppliers to project future component failures and future warranty claims and costs, will be leveraged by J.D. Power to… Continue reading J.D. Power Acquires We Predict
SEMA Report: Specialty Parts Sales Reach $50.9B in 2021
Pickups remained the industry’s biggest segment, accounting for 31% of the total market’s sales…
The AAM Group Names Employee of the Year
The AAM Group has named Video and Resource Manager Jeff Millsaps as its 2022 Employee of the Year and recipient of the W.O.W. Award, the company announced. Millsaps manages the arc of AAM’s video production efforts, directly collaborating with suppliers, overseeing script development and shoot scheduling, coaching on-screen talent, operating cameras, editing footage and serving… Continue reading The AAM Group Names Employee of the Year
Turn 14 Distribution Adds EvoCharge to Line Card
Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added electric vehicle charging station producer EvoCharge to its line card, the company announced. “EvoCharge is a leading manufacturer of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging and cable management solutions. The 1.1MW solar carport and eight EV chargers installed at our Horsham, [Pennsylvania] headquarters show our early commitment to the… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds EvoCharge to Line Card
Shelby American Unveils ‘Cammer Cobra’ Concept
Revealed at the Carlisle Ford Nationals, the continuation Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe—inspired by Carroll Shelby’s initial vision for a Le Mans competitor—is powered by a 427 SOHC V8…
Shopmonkey Appoints New CTO
Shopmonkey, the cloud-based auto shop management platform, has appointed Jeff Haynie as the company’s new chief technology officer, the company announced. Haynie began working with Shopmonkey in May 2022 to lead innovation and accelerate product development before formally stepping into the role of CTO in June, the company said, and brings 30 years of experience… Continue reading Shopmonkey Appoints New CTO
KICKER Returns to Slamology as Co-Sponsor
KICKER will return to Slamology, a car audio event and car show held at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway on June 11-12, as a co-sponsor of the event, the company announced. KICKER will be appearing at the show with its 80-foot XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) located on the south side of the venue in Audio Vendor… Continue reading KICKER Returns to Slamology as Co-Sponsor
Ford Expands Technician Training Program
The ASSET program will expand to three new locations and incorporate EV-specific curriculum including courses on high voltage systems safety, hybrid and battery electric vehicle components and more…