IMS to Admit Fans for Indianapolis 500

Spectators will be admitted to the 104th Indianapolis 500 on Aug. 23, with the venue capacity limited to 50 percent attendance, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials have confirmed. The race was postponed from its original date of Sunday, May 24 due to the COVID-19 health crisis. “We’re committed to running the Indy 500 on Sunday, Aug.… Continue reading IMS to Admit Fans for Indianapolis 500

Hand Sanitizer Left on Dashboard Causes Fire

While everyone should have some hand sanitizer at their disposal, don’t leave it on a car’s dashboard, because the results can be catastrophic. As reported by The Hog Ring, an Illinois car owner found out the hard way that hand sanitizer—which contains high levels of alcohol—is highly flammable. Click here to see the results of… Continue reading Hand Sanitizer Left on Dashboard Causes Fire

SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is currently developing health and safety precautions to host the annual SEMA Show this November, according to an update issued by the organization. “We are steadfast in our belief that our members and our industry will recover more quickly from the current climate by safely coming together to share… Continue reading SEMA Issues Update on Annual Trade Show

Westin Names New Southern Regional Sales Manager

Westin Automotive has named industry veteran Chris Carr as southern regional sales manager, the company announced. Carr is a native of Louisiana currently residing in Texas and will operate from both his home office and Westin’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Distribution Center. “Chris’s experience and relationships within the region will be an immediate asset and we are… Continue reading Westin Names New Southern Regional Sales Manager

Magazine Group Acquires ‘Bring A Trailer’ Digital Auction Platform

Hearst Autos, publisher of Car and Driver, Road & Track and Autoweek, has announced the acquisition of Bring a Trailer, a digital auction platform and auto enthusiast community. The announcement was made by Hearst Magazines President Troy Young, Hearst Autos CEO Matt Sanchez, and Bring a Trailer co-founders Randy Nonnenberg and Gentry Underwood. Bring a… Continue reading Magazine Group Acquires ‘Bring A Trailer’ Digital Auction Platform

Dana Recognized as a GM Supplier of the Year

Dana Incorporated was named a GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors for both its driveline technologies and powertrain cooling solutions during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. This is the third consecutive year Dana has received the award. The Supplier… Continue reading Dana Recognized as a GM Supplier of the Year

NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals

The Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals, originally scheduled for July 31–Aug. 2 outside of Seattle, has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions in Washington state and King County that would not allow fans to attend the event. For the event to proceed with fans in attendance, King County, where the track is located, would need to… Continue reading NHRA Cancels Northwest Nationals

Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities

Carlisle Events is teaming up with the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County and Project SHARE, a local food pantry, the car show and auction organizers announced. Both local agencies work to serve those in need. Project SHARE is a local food pantry and the United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County provides community-based… Continue reading Carlisle Events Supporting Local Charities

Turn 14 Distribution Adds ROUSH Performance to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution has added ROUSH Performance to its line card, the aftermarket performance parts distributors announced. “ROUSH Performance has an extensive and storied winning history in motorsports, performance parts engineering and manufacturing. Our customers have been requesting that we carry their products for many years,” said Mike Malloy, divisional purchasing manager, Turn 14 Distribution.… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ROUSH Performance to Line Card

Garrett Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

Garrett Motion has announced that Sean Deason has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company. Deason is expected to assume the position effective June 30, 2020, or upon the receipt of the requisite relocation work permits. Previously, Deason was the CFO of WABCO Holdings Inc., a global supplier of advanced technologies for commercial… Continue reading Garrett Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators

The Trans Am Series is returning to the track this weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, following a four-month break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 45 cars amongst five classes are set to compete in races on Saturday and Sunday, which will be open to a limited number of spectators. Motorhome and tent camping… Continue reading Trans Am Returns to Track with Spectators

The Most Popular Cars in America for 2020

According to Pretected.com, an insurance comparison website, the most popular car in America for the first half of 2020 is the Toyota Camry, followed by the Honda Accord in second place. In third place is the Ford F-150. In the last decade, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), that includes a lot of well-known brands… Continue reading The Most Popular Cars in America for 2020

Electrify America Completes First of Two Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Cross-Country Routes

Electrify America today announced the completion of its first cross-country route, which allows electric vehicle (EV) drivers to travel from coast to coast using the largest open DC fast-charging network in the United States. It is the first of two cross-country routes the network will complete this year, and spans 11 states and over 2,700… Continue reading Electrify America Completes First of Two Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Cross-Country Routes

Daystar Announces Personnel Additions, New Brand Segments

Daystar (DPI) has named Ray Fundora as its new CEO and president, the company announced, in addition to the segmentation of its brands. Fundora has over 30 years of managerial experience in aftermarket accessories for light trucks, automotive and specialty vehicles. His work history includes guiding major companies such as Nivel Parts & Manufacturing, TAG/LEER,… Continue reading Daystar Announces Personnel Additions, New Brand Segments

Jessi Combs Officially Recognized as ‘Fastest Woman on Earth’

Jessi Combs was officially recognized as the ‘Fastest Woman on Earth,’ Motor Authority reports, after officials at Guinness World Records accepted the speeds recorded at the run that ultimately led to her fatal crash. Combs’ record, officially 522.783 mph, is for the fastest speed on land achieved by a woman. Combs died last year while… Continue reading Jessi Combs Officially Recognized as ‘Fastest Woman on Earth’