Rail Blockade Impacting Ford’s Mexican Operations

Ford’s Mexico unit has said that a railway blockade in the Mexican border state of Sonora is affecting operations in the country, as well as hitting imports and exports to and from the U.S., Reuters reports. Over the past couple of days, members of a local indigenous community who are demonstrating over land rights have… Continue reading Rail Blockade Impacting Ford’s Mexican Operations

Indianapolis 500 Limited to 25% Capacity

Based on policies and procedures put into effect by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IMS officials announced today that attendance for the 104th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, Aug. 23 will be approximately 25% of capacity. Face coverings will be required for all attendees. Ticket sales will not be permitted after Friday, July 24,… Continue reading Indianapolis 500 Limited to 25% Capacity

Survey Finds Many Neglecting Car Maintenance

As many Americans find themselves driving less due to the COVID-19 pandemic, research from Hankook Tire reveals that they are also neglecting vehicle maintenance and systems checks. Nearly half (48 percent) of Americans have delayed or canceled a vehicle maintenance appointment, according to the latest Hankook Tire Gauge Index. And, even more did not perform… Continue reading Survey Finds Many Neglecting Car Maintenance

Carroll Shelby Foundation to Donate $150,000 to Children’s Organ Transplant Association

The Carroll Shelby Foundation will donate a total of $150,000 to the Children’s Organ Transplant Association’s Hope Fund over the next three years, the organization announced. The donation will help provide a safety net for families facing the financial and emotional challenges of raising a child who needs a life-saving transplant. “The Carroll Shelby Foundation… Continue reading Carroll Shelby Foundation to Donate $150,000 to Children’s Organ Transplant Association

Shelby GT350R Prototype Breaks Record for Most Expensive Mustang

Sold at auction for a final price of $3,850,000, a 1965 Shelby GT350R prototype has set a new record for the most expensive Mustang ever sold at public auction, according to Hagerty. The car is the first ever GT350R, tested and developed by Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Bob Bondurant and a few other legendary wheelmen,… Continue reading Shelby GT350R Prototype Breaks Record for Most Expensive Mustang

Total Seal Piston Rings Reveals New Website

Total Seal Piston Rings has launched a new website, www.totalseal.com, the company announced. The mobile-friendly website features an easier-to-navigate design with expanded offerings, including videos and updated information on products, the company said, and is also equipped with new ecommerce software. Click here to visit the new website.

Quadratec Launches Digital Media Channel for Jeep Owners

Quadratec, an aftermarket parts and accessories retailer for Jeep vehicles, has announced the launch of its newly redesigned digital media channel “Torque,” which features written and video content that focuses on Jeep ownership, vehicles, products, trends and lifestyle. The new site offers users a clean, modern design with fresh, engaging information that is searchable by… Continue reading Quadratec Launches Digital Media Channel for Jeep Owners

Saleen to Produce ‘Big Oly’ Bronco

Following the release of the new Ford Bronco, Saleen Automotive has announced that it will produce a Bronco inspired by ‘Big Oly,’ the off-roader that Parnelli Jones drove to consecutive Baja 1000 victories. This homage vehicle will not only wear a livery reminiscent of the original but will also host numerous performance upgrades, the company… Continue reading Saleen to Produce ‘Big Oly’ Bronco

Business New Hampshire Magazine Names Hypertherm as Manufacturing and Technology ‘Business of the Decade’

Hypertherm, a U.S. based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, announced its selection as a Business of the Decade winner by Business New Hampshire Magazine and the New Hampshire Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Hypertherm earned the top spot for the Manufacturing and Technology category joining organizations in eight other categories including Health… Continue reading Business New Hampshire Magazine Names Hypertherm as Manufacturing and Technology ‘Business of the Decade’

NHRA Postpones Denver, Brainerd Events

The Dodge Mile-High NHRA Nationals Presented By Pennzoil at Bandimere Speedway in Denver, Colorado (Aug. 7-9) and the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota (Aug. 14-16) have been postponed until further notice for pandemic-related reasons, the NHRA announced. The sanctioning body also announced the creation of the new NHRA Indy… Continue reading NHRA Postpones Denver, Brainerd Events

Pypes Exhaust, Cold Case Radiators Announce Tainsh as New President, COO

Pypes Performance Exhaust and Cold Case Radiators have announced that Alex Tainsh will become president and COO of both firms. Tainsh will assume his new position on August 1, 2020. Chris Casperson, CEO of both companies, said that Tainsh’s 30 years of automotive aftermarket management experience is a perfect fit for the well-established brands and… Continue reading Pypes Exhaust, Cold Case Radiators Announce Tainsh as New President, COO

Akrapovič Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust for Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Turbo Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Akrapovič has released its Porsche Cayenne/Coupe (536) Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust, as well as its Porsche Cayenne Turbo/Coupe and Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust for 2020 models, both of which can now be found at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič. The exhausts are constructed from high-grade lightweight… Continue reading Akrapovič Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust for Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Turbo Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Barrett-Jackson Launches Collector Car Road Tours

Barrett-Jackson is launching a series of Collector Car Road Tours, the company announced, which will include weeklong and weekend tours and be open to all types of collectible vehicles. The series begins with a 2020 event that begins Oct. 7 at Summit Racing in McDonough, Georgia, and ends on Oct. 13 in Key West, Florida,… Continue reading Barrett-Jackson Launches Collector Car Road Tours

BBS Wheels Files for Bankruptcy

German wheel-maker BBS has filed for bankruptcy in a German court, according to a statement on its website. “This was a necessary step to prevent imminent insolvency within the coming months due to the sudden omission of confirmed payments. This financial hardship hits us hard during the year of our 50th anniversary,” the statement says.… Continue reading BBS Wheels Files for Bankruptcy

Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Application

The National Federation of Independent Business is hosting a webinar on applying for Payroll Protection Program loan forgiveness on Wed., July 22 at 12 p.m. ET, the organization announced. NFIB’s PPP experts, Beth Milito and Holly Wade, will give a live, line-by-line demonstration on filling out the PPP loan forgiveness application followed by a Q&A… Continue reading Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Application