The Nitro RX Series will stage races in six countries, including the U.S., Sweden, Finland, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and England…
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
‘Roadsters 2 Records’ Exhibit Coming to IMS Museum
The new exhibit will highlight the transition from front-engine roadsters to rear-engine racers and will feature cars, uniforms and artifacts from 1960 to 1972…
Home of NHRA Arizona Nationals to Close
The final NHRA Arizona Nationals will take place during the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season as Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park finishes its run on the NHRA circuit, track officials announced. After nearly 40 years on the NHRA circuit, a new overpass/roadway for the Interstate 10 extension will use the space currently… Continue reading Home of NHRA Arizona Nationals to Close
Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features
A new report from Rocket Auto has examined the features car buyers are most likely to look for when in the car market, the company announced. As the new and used car markets continued to see heavy competition and price increases, Rocket Auto surveyed over 3,000 motorists to determine which popular car features would push… Continue reading Survey: Drivers Will Pay More for Top Safety Features
SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors
SEMA has appointed two new directors working in the councils and membership department: Pamela Brown-Matthis and Marcy Ann Yanus, the organization announced. Brown-Matthis will serve as the new education director based in McKinney, Texas. Yanus has been named the new SEMA council director overseeing Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO), Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) and… Continue reading SEMA Appoints New Council, Membership Directors
Prefix Corporation Announces the Passing of Founder Kim A. Zeile
Prefix Corporation, a builder of prototypes and advanced concept vehicles, announced the passing of its founder, Kim A. Zeile. The company provided the following statement: It is with deep sorrow that Prefix Corporation announces the passing of founder Mr. Kim Zeile, on March 24, 2022. Kim founded Prefix Corporation in 1979, and will always be… Continue reading Prefix Corporation Announces the Passing of Founder Kim A. Zeile
Stellantis to Offer New Twin-Turbo I-6 Engine
Stellantis has revealed a new, 3.0-liter, twin-turbo, inline, six-cylinder engine, named Hurricane. Designed in an I-6 configuration, the Hurricane twin-turbo’s base architecture enables Stellantis propulsion systems engineers to create two distinct variants: Standard Output (SO): Optimized for fuel economy, including the use of cooled exhaust gas circulation (EGR), while delivering enhanced power and torque (more… Continue reading Stellantis to Offer New Twin-Turbo I-6 Engine
The Charging Station of the Future
The newly designed charging stations from Electrify America will offer new design and comfort elements, like customer lounges, solar canopies, updated vehicle chargers and more…
USTCC Preps for Expanded 2022 Season
After a record-setting, 2021 season that saw drivers and teams venture to 7 events, the 2022 United States Touring Car Championship season is set to expand to 12 events nationally, the series announced. The return of the USTCC East Region means five new venues have been added to the season calendar, series officials said, with… Continue reading USTCC Preps for Expanded 2022 Season
Tint World Opens Colorado Springs Location
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is opening a new location in Colorado Springs, the company announced. Tint World’s second Colorado location, owned by Eric Nauert, will provide window tinting and automotive styling services throughout central Colorado, the company said. “Our mission at Tint World Colorado Springs is to offer premium window tinting and automotive styling… Continue reading Tint World Opens Colorado Springs Location
Logistics Expert: Supply Chain Issues Will Take 2 Years to Ease
During a recent appearance on CNBC, Heath Zarin of EV Cargo said there will be a “persistent” period of higher freight costs and higher costs across the supply chain in general, likely taking 2 years to return to normal. Click here to hear Zarin’s predictions, as well as ways to combat higher costs.
Lubrication Specialties Inc. Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), the manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret, is celebrating the company’s 25th anniversary in 2022, the company announced. The company, owned by CEO Chris Gabrelcik, began modestly as a home-based business in 1997. Gabrelcik, who holds certifications as a Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) and Oil Management Analyst (OMA), initially developed lubrication solutions… Continue reading Lubrication Specialties Inc. Celebrates 25th Anniversary
ARB’s Top Trails in Moab
The off-road accessory manufacturer recently compiled its list of the top trails in Moab, Utah, which includes Hell’s Revenge, Pritchett Canyon and more…
Lucas Oil Partners with National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation
Lucas Oil Products has formed a multi-year partnership with the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to develop a fundraising and awareness campaign in support of the Foundation, the company announced. “I cannot think of a better way to honor our country’s patriots than creating a permanent home for these stories of courage, devotion to… Continue reading Lucas Oil Partners with National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation
Garage Gurus Continues Scholarship Program
Garage Gurus, a training and support platform from Tenneco’s DRiV group, will again award up to $30,000 in scholarships to future automotive technicians who are accepted or currently enrolled in accredited, U.S.-based automotive technical schools, colleges and universities or enrolled full-time at a U.S. high school, the company announced. Applications are now available on the… Continue reading Garage Gurus Continues Scholarship Program