Barrett-Jackson Returns to Live Auctions

Barrett-Jackson returned to in-person events during the Fall Auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale earlier this month with a safe and highly successful auction, the auction hosts announced. During the three-day auction, the 100-percent No Reserve docket included 442 vehicles that sold for more than $23.5 million, while 349 pieces of automobilia brought in more than… Continue reading Barrett-Jackson Returns to Live Auctions

KICKER Recognizes Installers Vying for MEA Industry Awards

KICKER has recognized some of its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals that have earned a spot in this year’s “Top 12 Finalists” for the 2020 Industry Awards, as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA). According to the MEA, some of the award categories are decided solely on industry votes. The final awards… Continue reading KICKER Recognizes Installers Vying for MEA Industry Awards

Ford Announces Bronco Wild Fund

Ford has announced the creation of the Bronco Wild Fund, a special endowment that will support the responsible enjoyment and preservation of the great American outdoors. The endowment will be funded by a portion of the proceeds from Bronco two-door, four-door and Bronco Sport SUV sales, as well as Ford licensed merchandise. The fund’s goal… Continue reading Ford Announces Bronco Wild Fund

Truck Hero ‘Ultimate Tailgate’ Ford Super Duty Sold at Auction for Charity

The Ford F-350, equipped with a 65-inch TV and other tailgating gear, brought in $275,000 for Building Homes for Heroes…

Competition Clutch Kits for Subaru, Saab Engines Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Competition Clutch, Inc. (CCI) has released several clutch kits for the EJ25T and FA20DIT engine with 5-speed and 6-speed transmissions used in Subaru models (06-14 WRX, 15-17 WRX, 01-06 Forester, 07-12 Legacy GT) and the 05-06 Saab 9-2X, which are now available at Turn 14 Distribution. CCI’s new clutch kits for Subaru (WRX, Forester, Legacy… Continue reading Competition Clutch Kits for Subaru, Saab Engines Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Dynocom Industries Wins 2020 President’s Award for Excellence in U.S. Exports

Dynocom Industries of Fort Worth, Texas, a manufacturer of dynamometer systems, announced that the company was presented with the 2020 President’s “E” Award for Exports by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross at an official ceremony in Washington, D.C. The “E” Awards are the highest recognition any U.S. entity may receive for making a significant… Continue reading Dynocom Industries Wins 2020 President’s Award for Excellence in U.S. Exports

mountune Acquired by Founder

David Mountain–the founder of mountune–and a group of industry investors have acquired the mountune performance and racing business, the new owners announced. The new-look mountune will continue to deliver racing engines and road-car performance hardware and software. “It’s widely recognized that the success of the road-car group, predominantly, led to a situation where the demand… Continue reading mountune Acquired by Founder

New All-Electric Crossover SUV Racing Series Announced

An all-new fully electric crossover road-car-based motorsport series, SuperCharge, has been announced ahead of a planned launch in 2022. The series will consist of a 16-driver field driving next-generation road-car-based race cars, called SC01, with approximately 670 hp and acceleration similar to that of an F1 car. Teams will be able to adapt the standard… Continue reading New All-Electric Crossover SUV Racing Series Announced

Akrapovič BMW M8 Gran Coupé (F93) Evolution Line Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Akrapovič has released its BMW M8 Gran Coupé Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust system, which can now be found at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič. The Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust system is constructed from lightweight titanium alloys. Through testing and development, Akrapovič sound engineers have coaxed a deep, sporty, higher-frequency V8… Continue reading Akrapovič BMW M8 Gran Coupé (F93) Evolution Line Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Oracle Lighting’s Hartenstein Named Finalist for 2020 SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year

Oracle Lighting founder Justin Hartenstein has been named a finalist for the SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year, the company announced. Hartenstein was also a 2019 finalist. “Once again, it is truly an honor to be nominated for an award that recognizes hard work and innovation in such a large and dynamic industry,” said Hartenstein,… Continue reading Oracle Lighting’s Hartenstein Named Finalist for 2020 SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year

3M Becomes Official Automotive Films Global Partner for Tesla Motors Club

3M Commercial Solutions Division has entered into a partnership with Tesla Motors Club – the largest community of Tesla enthusiasts – as the Official Automotive Films Global partner. “Our partnership with 3M highlights the important role that 3M already plays in the community as a provider of aftermarket solutions for our members’ vehicles,” said Daniel… Continue reading 3M Becomes Official Automotive Films Global Partner for Tesla Motors Club

4 Wheel Parts to Sponsor New Off-Road Racing Series Event

The new LEGACY Racing Association has announced that 4 Wheel Parts (4WP), a retailer and wholesaler of off-road performance and race parts for trucks and SUVs, is the Official Aftermarket Parts Supplier and Title Sponsor of Legacy Racing’s Inaugural event – the Desert Showdown. The event is scheduled for Jan. 7-10, 2021 in Pahrump, Nevada.… Continue reading 4 Wheel Parts to Sponsor New Off-Road Racing Series Event

Volvo Delivers First Electric-Powered Fire Truck

Volvo Penta has developed an electric driveline for leading fire service vehicle manufacturer Rosenbauer’s fire truck, named “Revolutionary Technology” (RT). The truck – which features the new driveline technology, vehicle architecture, operability and connectivity – was officially launched at an event in Austria. The RTs will now be sent to fire departments in Berlin, Amsterdam… Continue reading Volvo Delivers First Electric-Powered Fire Truck

HornBlasters Joins Keystone Automotive Lineup

Keystone Automotive Operations has added HornBlasters, a manufacturer of aftermarket air horn systems, to its Accessories category, the parts distributor announced. Matthew Heller began selling homemade air horns in 2002 and, within a year, he had founded HornBlasters. Today, the company has expanded beyond basic air horn systems and components, serving customers around the world… Continue reading HornBlasters Joins Keystone Automotive Lineup

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Superlift Suspension to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Superlift Suspension’s assortment of off-road and truck parts to its line card, the company announced. “By partnering with Superlift Suspension, Turn 14 Distribution can further bolster our product offerings in the off-road and truck suspension categories. The brand is a popular name our customers request through our… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Superlift Suspension to Line Card