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
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
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’
USCA Appoints New Segment Manager
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
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