Race Winning Brands has acquired PAC Racing Springs, a manufacturer of high-performance valve springs serving the automotive and powersports performance and racing aftermarket, the company announced. PAC is headquartered and operates out of Southfield, Michigan, developing and producing valve springs and valvetrain components. The company engineers, manufactures and tests its products in-house, the company said,… Continue reading Race Winning Brands Acquires PAC Racing Springs
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
NASCAR’s Long History at Martinsville
With the NASCAR Cup Series set for its first stop of the season at Martinsville Speedway this weekend, NASCAR.com took a look back at the Virginia short track’s history, which predates the series itself. The track’s first race, held on Sept. 7, 1947, was won by Red Byron, who eventually became the first NASCAR Stock… Continue reading NASCAR’s Long History at Martinsville
Meyer Distributing Adds Modern Flames to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added Modern Flames to its stocking inventory, the company announced. “Perfect for your RV, home or backyard oasis, Modern Fames has a unit for you,” said Nick Gramelspacher, VP of brand strategy for Meyer Distributing. “Modern Flames is known as an innovative leader in the contemporary electric fireplace design and technology for… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Modern Flames to Line Card
Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Launching GR Cup
Toyota Gazoo Racing North America will launch a new single-make series, the “GR Cup,” featuring the Toyota GR86, in 2023, the organization announced. This new racing series will help to reinforce and validate the track inspired engineering bred into every Toyota GR vehicle. Toyota engineers will have a new opportunity to push GR vehicles to… Continue reading Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Launching GR Cup
Corvettes for Chip Fundraiser Returning to Carlisle GM Nationals
Corvettes for Chip will return as part of this year’s Carlisle GM Nationals, June 24-25 at the Carlisle, Pennsylvania Fairgrounds, show organizers announced. The event welcomes more than 1,000 show cars and trucks to the National Parts Depot Showfield and also does its part to support the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation (CMAF). Corvettes for Chip… Continue reading Corvettes for Chip Fundraiser Returning to Carlisle GM Nationals
Hawaii Dealership Builds Gladiator to Benefit Military, Veteran Organizations
Windward Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM dealership in Kaneohe, Hawaii is building several specialty Jeeps to raise support for organizations serving enlisted military, veterans and their families in Hawaii, the dealership announced. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each EQUIP HEROES Edition Jeep will be donated to select local military and veteran non-profit… Continue reading Hawaii Dealership Builds Gladiator to Benefit Military, Veteran Organizations
Overlanding in an Electric Vehicle
Road & Track recently sat down with some EV off-roading experts to gain some insight into building an overlanding rig using an electric vehicle. More from THE SHOP: E.C.D. Automotive Reveals Tesla-Powered Defender 110s Click here to read the full article from Road & Track, which discusses important factors like range and battery capacity, important… Continue reading Overlanding in an Electric Vehicle
Yokohama Appoints New Senior Director of Supply Chain, Logistics
Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) has promoted Ray Polentz to the position of senior director of supply chain and logistics, the company announced. Polentz will report to Yokohama President and CEO Jeff Barna. “Ray has been instrumental in helping us negotiate through the difficult and complex supply chain issues facing the industry,” said Barna. “His experience… Continue reading Yokohama Appoints New Senior Director of Supply Chain, Logistics
VP Racing Fuels Launches NFT Collection
VP Racing Fuels has launched an NFT collection that will feature virtual fuel in the form of a high-resolution VP 54-gallon fuel drum, the company announced. The debut token is currently available, along with “World Leader in JPG Technology” t-shirts, which will be included with the first 100 drum token purchases. Fans who wish to… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Launches NFT Collection
AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl
AAMP Global has acquired AudioControl, a provider of audio solutions engineered for the automotive, residential and commercial markets, the company announced. Based in Seattle, Washington for over 45 years, AudioControl will continue to operate under its current management team, the company said. “As an engineering-based provider of premium entertainment solutions supported by award-winning service, AudioControl… Continue reading AAMP Global Acquires AudioControl
Webinar: Tax Q&A with a CPA
The upcoming webinar will provide guidance on small business tax planning and share tips for the 2022 tax season…
Holley Introduces Sky-Ram Intake Manifold
The comically large take on the Holley High-Ram was announced just in time for April Fool’s Day…
Mullin Museum Cars to Exhibit at Guggenheim Museum
The 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic and 1939 Delahaye Type 165 from the Mullin Museum’s collection will go on loan to the Spanish museum for the summer…
AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division
AAMP Global has appointed Herb Brown as president of its North America division, the company announced. Brown has served AAMP Global for 30 years in various capacities including vice president of sales and executive vice president as his most recent role. In his new position he will oversee the operations, sales, marketing and product development… Continue reading AAMP Global Names New President of North American Division
SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications
SEMA is now accepting applications to volunteer as a leader of a SEMA council or network, the organization announced. According to SEMA, each council and network is led by a Select Committee, small groups of volunteers who are elected by the council or network they represent. The Select Committee meets throughout the year to develop… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Council, Network Volunteer Applications