Honda has opened its new $124 million state-of-the-art wind tunnel facility, ushering in a new era of development testing capabilities for Honda and Acura products, as well as the company’s race vehicles, the automaker announced. The new Honda Automotive Laboratories of Ohio (HALO) facility, located at the independent Transportation Research Center Inc. (TRC) in Central… Continue reading Honda Opens $124M Wind Tunnel
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Support for Battle Scarred Motorsports
Hot Shot’s Secret will be organizing a year of fundraising activity designed to support Battle Scarred Motorsports (BSM), the company announced. Battle Scarred Motorsports, formerly USMC Racing, assists disabled service members and first responders by providing racing opportunities on the track and in the pits. Money raised starting in March through the end of the… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Support for Battle Scarred Motorsports
CRP Automotive Launches New Website
CRP Automotive has just launched a new website at www.crpautomotive.com for professionals in the automotive industry, the company announced. The new, mobile-friendly site features navigation and multiple search options for products, tech tips and service solutions, along with technical videos, and the latest news from CRP Automotive’s brands – AAE Steering System Components, REIN Replacement… Continue reading CRP Automotive Launches New Website
Ferrari Previews New 296 GT3
Ferrari offered a glimpse into its future on the GT racing scene with a preview of its new 296 GT3, the Italian manufacturer announced. The model will replace the 488 GT3 which, in its standard and Evo 2020 configurations, has picked up 107 titles from its debut race to date, with 429 wins from 770… Continue reading Ferrari Previews New 296 GT3
New Meyer Distributing ‘Megahub’ to Open in Oregon
Meyer Distributing is opening a new “megahub” in Hermiston, Oregon, the parts distributor announced. The 170,000-sq.-ft. inventory hub will be expandable in four phases to 728,000 sq.-ft., the company said, and will contain full coverage of automotive, RV and marine accessories and replacement parts as well as outdoor lifestyle, janitorial/sanitation, and industrial products. The facility… Continue reading New Meyer Distributing ‘Megahub’ to Open in Oregon
SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Candidates
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has announced the candidates for its upcoming Board of Directors election, the organization announced. The following candidates are vying for a seat on the SEMA Board of Directors: Manufacturer – (3) Open Seats Brian Herron, Opus IVS John Torvinen, Performance Assembly Solutions Kathryn Reinhardt (Incumbent), 4WP Factory/Pro Comp/Rubicon Express/Smittybilt… Continue reading SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Candidates
Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System
Mercedes-Benz is targeting a late 2022 release of its Drive Pilot autonomous driving system in the U.S., according to a recent report from Road & Track. The Drive Pilot system will be available on certain highways when traveling below 40 mph and be offered on certain S-Class and EQS models. When engaged, the system will… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Aiming for 2022 Release of ‘Drive Pilot’ Autonomous System
Hot Shot’s Secret Increases Support of Waypoint Vets
Hot Shot’s Secret is increasing its support of the Waypoint Vets organization in 2022 with a $50,000 fundraising match, the company announced. Waypoint Vets is a charitable organization with the mission of uniting and empowering U.S. military veterans through outdoor activities and adventure. Since the company was founded by veteran Sarah Lee in 2019, over… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Increases Support of Waypoint Vets
JRi Shocks Used for Paralympic Sit-Ski
JRi Shocks were featured on a new sit-ski used during the Alpine skiing events at the Paralympics in Beijing, the company announced. The new sit-ski was designed by Toyota’s U.S. racing arm – Toyota Racing Development USA (TRD USA) – as part of its support of the Paralympic Movement. Toyota’s first-ever sit-ski, a monoski available… Continue reading JRi Shocks Used for Paralympic Sit-Ski
Meyer Distributing Now Stocking VMP Performance Products
Meyer Distributing has formed a new distribution partnership with VMP Performance, the companies announced. VMP Performance is a company that focuses on research, development and manufacturing of high-performance aftermarket upgrades, the company said. VMP offers a lineup of superchargers, including the all-new Odin and Loki, VMP Performance’s superchargers for the 5.0 L Ford Coyote engine.… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Now Stocking VMP Performance Products
MAHLE Motorsport Achieves Five-Year Perfect Safety Report
The MAHLE Motorsport division, comprised of 125 employees, was able to achieve a five-year manufacturing record with zero lost time accidents, the company announced. This sought-after work safety achievement was met March 14, 2022, a full 1827 total days since the last recordable injury, and was reported by Brad Green, MAHLE Motorsport’s general manager, the… Continue reading MAHLE Motorsport Achieves Five-Year Perfect Safety Report
PRI Seeking Speakers for 2022 Trade Show
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) is seeking speakers for its 2022 PRI Trade Show, the organization said. The organization is now accepting proposal submissions through April 15 that reflect current trends, ideas, best practices and processes, new techniques and discoveries within the racing and performance industry. Topics of Interest for PRI 2022: Business Operations Hiring/Employee Management… Continue reading PRI Seeking Speakers for 2022 Trade Show
Hillsborough Concours to Celebrate Route 66
To commemorate its 66th year, the Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance will honor the iconic Route 66 with special dedicated classes during festivities on June 26 at Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame, organizers announced. Special displays for the 2022 Concours will include: Shocking Classics Through 1987, Modified European Sports Cars Through 1987, Important Bay Area Cars… Continue reading Hillsborough Concours to Celebrate Route 66
Maserati Expanding All-Electric Lineup
Maserati, the Italian luxury car brand, will produce full-electric models and have a fully electric lineup by 2030, the company announced. The new GranTurismo will be the first car in Maserati history to adopt 100% electric solutions, the company said. Made at the Mirafiori production hub, it will debut in 2023. The new GranTurismo will… Continue reading Maserati Expanding All-Electric Lineup
Lime Rock Historic Festival to Celebrate Corvette Anniversary
The Lime Rock Park Historic Festival will celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Chevrolet Corvette as the featured marque at this year’s event, organizers announced. The Historic Festival will celebrate the competition legacy that the Corvette has forged internationally, track officials said, as well as the model’s design journey that has been shaped through a… Continue reading Lime Rock Historic Festival to Celebrate Corvette Anniversary