UWS Tests Truck Boxes in New ‘Impossibly Strong’ Campaign

UWS, a manufacturer and designer of USA-assembled truck tool boxes and accessories, has launched an all-new campaign dedicated to showcasing features of UWS tool boxes, namely their RigidCore foam-filled lid. The campaign features a number of videos in which UWS boxes are put to the test and subjected to power saws, tire spray, pressure washers… Continue reading UWS Tests Truck Boxes in New ‘Impossibly Strong’ Campaign

New 12-Volt Trade Group Reveals Dealer Program

MES Family, a new 12-volt industry trade group that launches Nov. 27, has revealed new details about the organization, including its first vendors, its Board of Directors and an early membership program for dealers. The new organization plans to offer mentoring, training and business services for car audio retailers and will consist of dealers and… Continue reading New 12-Volt Trade Group Reveals Dealer Program

Automotive Internet Marketing: Consumer Search Patterns

Hedges & Company, a marketing firm serving automotive manufacturers and resellers, has offered up some advice about internet marketing in a new blog post. In the blog, the marketing firm discusses six consumer search patterns for automotive aftermarket parts and services, shows how consumers use the internet, and how these search patterns should guide your… Continue reading Automotive Internet Marketing: Consumer Search Patterns

Akrapovič Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Slip-On Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

The Akrapovič Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust is now available at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič, the company announced. This exhaust is constructed from high-grade lightweight titanium and finished with handcrafted tailpipes featuring a carbon-fiber outside and titanium inside. The Slip-On Line (Titanium) has been designed to… Continue reading Akrapovič Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio Slip-On Line Titanium Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Arnott Acquires AccuAir Assets

Arnott, a manufacturer of air suspension products for passenger vehicles, has purchased the assets of the former AccuAir Control Systems suspension company. The purchase enables Arnott to expand its air suspension products within the performance and luxury light vehicle market, as well as within the powersports industry, the company said. “AccuAir is a great strategic… Continue reading Arnott Acquires AccuAir Assets

SSC Tuatara Breaks Production Car Top Speed Record

SSC North America has reclaimed the coveted title of world’s “Fastest Production Vehicle,” this time with its 1,750hp Tuatara, the company announced. Earlier this month, American hypercar builder SSC broke the record for the fastest production car, topping out at 331 mph with driver Oliver Webb behind the wheel of the SSC Tuatara. Set on a… Continue reading SSC Tuatara Breaks Production Car Top Speed Record

The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo

The AAM Group has agreed to provide technology and video support for the Engine Performance Expo, to be held Jan. 7–9, 2021, the organization announced. AAM will use its in-house capabilities to facilitate more than 30 live seminars, demos and Q&A sessions. Presented by Rottler, the event is free to attendees, but preregistration is required.… Continue reading The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo

Tint World Partners with Shopmonkey

Shopmonkey, a San Jose, California-based software company serving the automotive industry, and Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an auto accessory and window tinting franchise, have announced a partnership that equips Tint World franchisees with the Shopmonkey’s auto shop management software. “Shopmonkey is transforming the auto service industry,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of… Continue reading Tint World Partners with Shopmonkey

Mullin Museum to Reopen

The Mullin Automotive Museum will reopen to the public on Friday, Nov. 6, establishing a new schedule of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Fans of the museum and new visitors will see Concours “Best of Show” winners such as the 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic, 1938 Hispano-Suiza Dubonnet H6B “Xenia,” and the… Continue reading Mullin Museum to Reopen

NPW Companies Acquires All Products Automotive

NPW Companies, based in Miami, Fla., has acquired All Products Automotive, headquartered in Chicago, the company announced. The deal closed Oct. 16. The acquisition strengthens NPW’s professional customer coverage and expands their penetration across the U.S., particularly in the upper Midwest, the company says. Both companies are family-owned and -operated. Greg and Jane Wintroub have… Continue reading NPW Companies Acquires All Products Automotive

Worksport Announces Supply Partnership with Hercules Electric Mobility

Worksport has signed an agreement with Hercules Electric Mobility, Detroit, Michigan, for Worksport’s TerraVis tonneau cover solar charging system to become the Tier One OEM supply partner for Hercules’ forthcoming Alpha Electric Pickup. The announcement today reveals Hercules as Worksport’s partner in an agreement between the two companies that is expected to generate up to… Continue reading Worksport Announces Supply Partnership with Hercules Electric Mobility

SoundShield Offering New Showroom Wall Display

SoundShield, a producer of sound-deadening materials, is now offering a new merchandising tool for its retailers; a custom-engineered, laser-engraved acrylic and LED-lit wall display to hold SoundShield retail-packaged tubes of sound deadening material. Designed by co-founder Bryan Schmitt, the purpose of the new display is to elevate the sound deadening category within the retail setting,… Continue reading SoundShield Offering New Showroom Wall Display

Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs

Two mid-engine Corvette C8.Rs debuted at Rolex 24 at Daytona on Jan. 25, 2020, each equipped with 75 3D-printed parts.

3D printing has taken on an expanded role in Chevrolet Motorsports, both on- and off-road. This season, the Corvette C8.R, INDYCAR, NASCAR Camaro and Silverado race teams have accumulated more than 80,000 miles of competition in vehicles built with 3D-printed parts. “Chevrolet has a long history of technology transfer between our motorsports and production teams,… Continue reading Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs

AkzoNobel Purchases Titan Paints

AkzoNobel has acquired the decorative paints business of Spain’s Industrias Titan S.A.U. Completion is subject to regulatory approvals and expected in 2021. Titan – which also has a relevant presence in Portugal – is one of Spain’s best-known brands, the company says. “The Spanish market has strong growth potential and this is an excellent opportunity… Continue reading AkzoNobel Purchases Titan Paints

SEMA Provides Case Studies on Modifying ADAS-Equipped Vehicles

Earlier this year, SEMA hosted the SEMA Detroit Virtual ADAS Forum, offering members a chance to gain some insight on integrating specialty equipment and aftermarket products with OEM ADAS factory packages. During the panel, experts also addressed the many new opportunities that the ADAS category is opening for aftermarket companies, highlighting several cases studies of… Continue reading SEMA Provides Case Studies on Modifying ADAS-Equipped Vehicles