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
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
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
Pursuit-Rated Silverado Joins Chevrolet’s Patrol Vehicle Lineup
The crew-cab, short-bed, four-wheel drive truck is powered by a 355-horsepower V-8 engine, comes standard with a 9,300-pound max towing capacity and is available with a 2-inch lift…
UPDATED: Road Armor Changes Sales Process
This article has been updated to reflect that all Road Armor sales will go through Meyer Distributing, Keystone, Turn 14 Distribution, regional distributors, and directly to a jobber. Road Armor has updated its sales, rebate and distribution process to pass all consumer sales, rebates and promotions to jobbers, Road Armor CEO Mark Hanson announced. “Road… Continue reading UPDATED: Road Armor Changes Sales Process
Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added AO Coolers to its line card, the parts distributor announced. “The request for additional cooler options has been high,” said Nick Gramelspacher, VP of brand strategy at Meyer Distributing. “The number of new customers in the RV, camping, marine, overlanding and powersports spaces has grown tremendously the last two years and… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds AO Coolers to Line Card
Formula 1 Announces Las Vegas Grand Prix
The November night race will feature a 14-turn circuit that includes a portion of the Las Vegas Strip and has a top speed of around 212 mph…
LEED Brakes Names New VP
LEED Brakes has appointed Bill Cummings to the role of vice president, the company announced, citing the company’s recent growth as the need for the new position. Cummings has been in the aftermarket brake industry since 1998 and started his career in the brake industry with Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation, the company said. There, he… Continue reading LEED Brakes Names New VP
KYB Excel-Gold Program Adds New Benefits
Beginning April 1, service providers who have registered for KYB’s Excel-Gold program will be able to receive $10 for every pair of KYB complete Strut-Plus and Truck-Plus units sold and installed, the company announced. The KYB Excel-Gold Rewards Program offers professional technicians the ability to earn rewards throughout 2022. Each user receives a KYB Excel-Gold… Continue reading KYB Excel-Gold Program Adds New Benefits
Brumos Returning to Competition at PPIHC
Daytona 24-Hour winner David Donohue will drive a Porsche GT2 RS Clubsport for the team in its first competitive appearance since 2013…
How Formula DRIFT Survived COVID-19
With the 2022 season approaching, Autoweek took a look back at the unprecedented 2020 season with Formula DRIFT co-founder Ryan Sage. While fan attendance was limited—and sometimes prohibited entirely—the series survived the worst of the pandemic and is gearing up for a new season in a stronger position than ever. Click here to read the… Continue reading How Formula DRIFT Survived COVID-19
Maxxsonics Project Manager Leads Ukrainian Refugee Relief Efforts
Maxxsonics Project and Quality Manager, Mark Lieber, is traveling to Hungary next month to help support Ukrainian refugees, the company announced. On April 7, Lieber will be traveling to Záhony, Hungary, to help a friend support Ukrainian refugees amidst Russia’s invasion of the European country. Lieber is currently seeking support to raise additional money to… Continue reading Maxxsonics Project Manager Leads Ukrainian Refugee Relief Efforts