The Ultimate Street Car Association (USCA) has appointed Eric Heller as the new segment manager for the autocross and Speed-Stop competitions, according to Performance Racing Industry. Heller will be responsible for all aspects of competition elements for the two segments including course design and set-up, timing and scoring, staffing and more. Heller has an extensive… Continue reading USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Wendell Scott: NASCAR’s First Black Racer
In 1963, NASCAR Hall of Famer Wendell Scott became the first Black racer to win a Grand National Series race and did so largely scraping by on his own. Unable to ever secure a sponsor, Scott ran in NASCAR’s top series from 1961-73, finishing as high as 15th in the season standings. Although he encountered… Continue reading Wendell Scott: NASCAR’s First Black Racer
Ford Ranger Tops American-Made Rankings
Cars.com has released its 2020 American-Made Index (AMI). Now in its 15th year, the AMI is an independent annual list that ranks the new vehicles that contribute most to the U.S. economy based on criteria ranging from U.S. factory jobs and manufacturing plants to parts sourcing. The No. 1 most American-made vehicle for 2020 is… Continue reading Ford Ranger Tops American-Made Rankings
Specialty Chemical Manufacturer Produces Hand Sanitizer for Local Healthcare Facilities
When the opportunity to help local healthcare communities arose, Atlanta-based Momar, Inc., took the opportunity to volunteer. A manufacturer of specialty chemicals, including automotive care products, for the commercial, industrial and institutional markets, the company partnered with the Georgia Institute of Technology to produce a new hand sanitizer to provide to local healthcare facilities. “We… Continue reading Specialty Chemical Manufacturer Produces Hand Sanitizer for Local Healthcare Facilities
SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
SEMA is hosting a new virtual series focused on rebuilding business partnerships and operations following the recent economic downturn, the group announced. Titled “Industry Talks: Back to Business,” the series begins June 26 at 10 a.m. PT, and will be hosted by the SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO). The event will address essential business practices… Continue reading SEMA Hosting Virtual Panel Series on Getting Back to Business
MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Joe Maylish to Sales and Program Manager
MAHLE Motorsport has promotoed Joe Maylish to sales and program manager for the company’s North American motorsports division, General Manager Brad Green announced. MAHLE manufactures pistons and is a piston liaison between upper level professional racing, OE and the specialty equipment automotive aftermarket. The U.S. motorsports division operates out of the company’s North American headquarters… Continue reading MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Joe Maylish to Sales and Program Manager
MotorsportReg Launches New Electronic Waiver Service
MotorsportReg has launched a new electronic waiver service, SpeedWaiver, that will allow racing organizations and participants to digitally sign and access liability waivers, the company announced. “The COVID-19 global pandemic has us all looking for ways to engage in our hobbies with more physical distance. Over the last few weeks, we’ve heard loud and clear… Continue reading MotorsportReg Launches New Electronic Waiver Service
Apple Giving iPhones Digital Car Key Function
Apple is integrating new software into its iPhones so that the devices can be used as a car key, the company revealed during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, and that BMW will be the first to offer the new technology starting with the 2021 BMW 5-Series starting in July. The system will allow users to… Continue reading Apple Giving iPhones Digital Car Key Function
Studies Show Global Electric Vehicle Market Could Exceed $800 Billion by 2027
Although recent report total revenue numbers may differ in the global electric vehicle market, new studies from Statista and Allied Market Research say the future is very optimistic and project a significant rise in revenues in the next several years. The report from Statista projected that between 2019 and 2026, the size of the global… Continue reading Studies Show Global Electric Vehicle Market Could Exceed $800 Billion by 2027
Petersen Museum Now Accepting Submissions for Virtual Concours
The Petersen Automotive Museum is now accepting submissions for its inaugural Petersen Concours on Aug. 16, the final event of Petersen Car Week, which will be held digitally from Aug. 12-16. Participants can submit their vehicle to the Concours and be judged in one of nine different vehicle classes, including: American classic open and closed… Continue reading Petersen Museum Now Accepting Submissions for Virtual Concours
AAPEX 2020 Announces Educational Programming
AAPEX 2020 organizers have revealed the lineup for the new educational seminar, Repair Shop HQ, which will feature a variety of technical and business management classes. Selected by a panel of industry professionals, topics include ‘Strategies for Effective Leadership,’ ‘ADAS Calibrations and Diagnostics,’ ‘How to Attract Top Talent,’ and more. The classes are included in… Continue reading AAPEX 2020 Announces Educational Programming
Borowski Race Engines Names New Shop Manager
Borowski Race Engines has promoted Tim Zapp from lead technician to shop manager, the engine builder announced. Zapp is an active drag racer and was a participant in Drag Week 2018. Zapp, who put together his first engine at the age of 14, has also completed both Holley’s complete EFI training program and advanced Rottler… Continue reading Borowski Race Engines Names New Shop Manager
NFIB Hosting PPP Loan Forgiveness Webinar
The National Federation of Independent Business is hosting a webinar on Wed., June 24, at 12 p.m. ET, giving step-by-step instructions for maximizing Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness, the organization announced. Following the Small Business Administration’s recent release of the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Form 3508EZ, the NFIB’s Beth Milito and Holly Wade will… Continue reading NFIB Hosting PPP Loan Forgiveness Webinar
GearFX Driveline Relocating to New Facility
GearFX Driveline, a manufacturer of driveline products, is relocating to a new facility, the company announced. The 18,000 sq.-ft facility increases the company’s footprint by more than 5,000 square feet. In addition to a larger dyno area and increased warehouse capacity, the machine shop, build shop and fabrication shop will each be housed in individual,… Continue reading GearFX Driveline Relocating to New Facility
KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed
The Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) has announced that the KnowledgeFest Dallas trade show has been moved to Sept. 25-27 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The event was originally scheduled for Aug. 14-16. Organizers will adhere to CDC guidelines and may institute a variety of health and safety measures for the event, including temperature and wellbeing… Continue reading KnowledgeFest Dallas Postponed