D.C. Auto Show Postponed

Due to the ongoing health emergency in the District of Columbia and around the world, the 2021 Washington, D.C. Auto Show will be postponing the event from its previously scheduled March 26 through April 4 timeframe, organizers announced. Show organizers are working closely with the District government and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to… Continue reading D.C. Auto Show Postponed

Ziebart Names New Corporate Controller

Ziebart, a provider of car appearance and protection services, has announced its promotion of Jason Case from Corporate Accounting Manager to Corporate Controller. In the position, Case will be tasked with streamlining the accounting department, overseeing the annual audit and managing branch financials. A long-standing company veteran, Case brings more than a decade of experience… Continue reading Ziebart Names New Corporate Controller

Masterpieces of Metal Build Contest Winners Announced

Sponsored by Westin Automotive and presented by The AAM Group’s Event 2020 virtual trade show, the Masterpieces of Metal vehicle-build contest invited automotive builders to submit their best creations and pit them against the work of other metal-minded overachievers. Event attendees voted for their favorite builds across four categories, with the winners taking home a… Continue reading Masterpieces of Metal Build Contest Winners Announced

Female-Led IndyCar Team to Compete in Indianapolis 500

Female-led Paretta Autosport will be competing in the 105th Indianapolis 500.

Mercedes-Benz Unveils MBUX Hyperscreen

A feature of the forthcoming EQS, the AI-powered dashboard stretches across the width of the vehicle and gives the front passenger their own display and operating area.

LSI Chemical Expands Distribution to China

LSI Chemical has signed Pioneer New Material Technology Company, located in Luoyang, China, as a new distribution partner, the company announced. As the world’s third-largest MoS2 manufacturer, Pioneer boasts an independent import and export license and a complete customs clearance system. Pioneer is now authorized to distribute the entire line of LSI Chemical fuel and… Continue reading LSI Chemical Expands Distribution to China

Nauto Driver and Fleet Safety Platform Joins Geotab Marketplace

Nauto has announced the availability of its Driver and Fleet Safety Platform on the Geotab Marketplace.

DeLorean Reacts to NHTSA Low Volume Manufacturer Regulations

Due to the delay, the company is now exploring the feasibility of an all-electric powertrain for its replica cars…

PRI Accepting Speaker Proposals for 2021 Trade Show

Topics of interest include business operations, engine technology, machining and more.

Tint World Earns Spot on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an auto styling and window tinting franchise, was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2021 Franchise 500 list. The 2021 list ranks Tint World first in category as well as No. 290 overall for its performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability and brand power. “2020 was a… Continue reading Tint World Earns Spot on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List

KENWOOD Announces Rep of the Year Award Winners

KENWOOD USA announced its rep of the year awards for both individual sales reps and sales rep firms for the East, Midwest and Western territories at its recent annual rep awards ceremony, which was held virtually this year. Admin Support of the Year: Katie Lopez, Momentum Marketing Western Region Sales Rep of the Year: Ryan… Continue reading KENWOOD Announces Rep of the Year Award Winners

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association Names Kahn Media Agency of Record

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, an organizer of hot rod and custom car events, has announced that Kahn Media will exclusively represent the automotive event producer as its Agency of Record. Kahn Media will provide public relations, social media and digital marketing services for the Goodguys organization and the 19 events it is hosting around… Continue reading Goodguys Rod & Custom Association Names Kahn Media Agency of Record

Hankook Tire Partners with Analytics Platform Provider

Hankook Tire is partnering with analytics platform Tableau Software, the tire manufacturer announced. Through this partnership, Hankook will be provided with advanced data analytics and a new user interface platform. Hankook is pursuing a digitalization of its office through Tableau’s data-driven analytics platform, the company said. The platform is equipped with functions such as the… Continue reading Hankook Tire Partners with Analytics Platform Provider

NHTSA Issues Replica Car Sales Regulations

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has completed a regulation permitting low volume motor vehicle manufacturers to begin selling replica cars that resemble vehicles produced at least 25 years ago, SEMA announced. Congress enacted a SEMA-led bill into law in 2015, which streamlined requirements for small automakers, but implementation was delayed while awaiting the… Continue reading NHTSA Issues Replica Car Sales Regulations

Stage 8 Creates Locking Header Bolt Animation Video

Stage 8, a manufacturer of fail-safe mechanical locking fasteners, has partnered with Utah-based AutoNetTV Media to produce a consumer bolt animation video for use on its website and social media, the company announced. In addition to custom videos and animations for manufacturers like Stage 8 Locking Fasteners, AutoNetTV has developed vehicle owner education videos for… Continue reading Stage 8 Creates Locking Header Bolt Animation Video