Turn 14 Distribution, an aftermarket performance parts distributor, has added ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ high-performance truck, SUV, and off-road suspension components and ICON Alloys aluminum wheels to its line card. “ICON Vehicle Dynamics has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of premium off-road components. Its engineering team focuses on analysis of vehicle… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Line Card
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Oracle Lighting Develops Virus-Neutralizing UV-Light Face Mask
The mask neutralizes live viruses such as COVID-19, pathogens, bacterium and other microorganisms attached to fabric surfaces…
CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting
CRC Industries, a manufacturer of specialty products and formulations for maintenance and repair professionals, has just made available a new technical bulletin entitled, ‘The Urgent Need for Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting of Hard Non-Porous Surfaces.’ The free-to-download bulletin was developed by regulatory affairs and compliance experts at CRC in response to the current health… Continue reading CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting
Aftermarket Entities Step Up Support of AACF
Two auto aftermarket entities have recently stepped up to help the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) in different and unique ways. Aftermarket parts distributor and retailer Parts Authority, seeking to embrace and enhance the “Stay Positive” theme initiated by President Randy Buller as the COVID-19 pandemic began, put together a battery sales promotion as a… Continue reading Aftermarket Entities Step Up Support of AACF
Tint World Opens New Virginia Location
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has opened a new location in Sterling, Virginia. The second Tint World franchise in Virginia is under the ownership of LeRoy Schubert and will be managed by Hans Schubert. “It’s exciting to be part of such a rapidly growing franchise,” LeRoy Schubert said.… Continue reading Tint World Opens New Virginia Location
SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open
Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show, Tuesday-Friday, November 3–6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, is now open, SEMA has announced. “The annual gathering featuring automotive innovation is set to take place in the fall at a time when analysts anticipate the marketplace will begin its path to recovery, positioning the SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open
SEMA Announces Board Election Results
Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec, has been elected to the 2020–2021 SEMA Board of Directors in the Distributor/Retailer category. He will replace outgoing Board member Greg Adler of Greg Adler Motorsports, effective in July. SEMA Board members are industry representatives who volunteer their time to lead and guide the association. They are elected by… Continue reading SEMA Announces Board Election Results
BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY Launches Pay by Text Software
BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY, a supplier of technology solutions for the automotive aftermarket, has launched its next shop management software, SecondGear, which adds BOLT ON’s Text To Pay functionality to the digital customer communication process. The program supplements the company’s NextGear program, which features an independent digital vehicle inspection software. In conjunction with SecondGear’s debut, BOLT… Continue reading BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY Launches Pay by Text Software
Yokohama Reopening Virginia Facility
Yokohama Corporation of North America’s consumer tire plant in Salem, Virginia, is set to reopen on June 11, the company announced. Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia (YTMV) was closed as a precautionary measure to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. As the factory reopens, YTMV has implemented several new safety procedures and protocols to ensure… Continue reading Yokohama Reopening Virginia Facility
The AAM Group Names Employee of the Year
The AAM Group has named Vendor Support Specialist Mark Franchetti as the organization’s 2020 Employee of the Year and recipient of the W.O.W. Award, the group announced. The group cited Franchetti’s abilities to create sales growth and business opportunities through new product lines, product education and rebate and promotional awareness, and by communicating with members… Continue reading The AAM Group Names Employee of the Year
Proving Grounds Racing Takes to the Trails
While they haven’t been able to get on track, the teams at Daystar Products and Proving Grounds Racing took the opportunity to explore one of many scenic trails Arizona has to offer. For one recent adventure, John Grounds, PGR 4570 driver and engineering manager at Daystar, took a trip out to Sunflower Mine OHV Trail… Continue reading Proving Grounds Racing Takes to the Trails
Meyer Adds to Shop Supply Category
Meyer Distributing has added Compressed Air Systems air compressors and Tork/Essity Paper company products to its line card, the company announced. Compressed Air Systems builds a variety of easy-to-use air compressors designed using green manufacturing practices. Tork Paper supplies paper products and accessories including everything from paper towels to napkin dispensers. Its range of dispensers,… Continue reading Meyer Adds to Shop Supply Category
AAM Group Honors Member Warehouse Distributors
The AAM Group honored Competition Specialties as the 2020 Member of the Year in an awards broadcast on May 6, from its headquarters in Piney Flats, Tennessee. Each year AAM makes the selection for Member of the Year based on five key metrics: Active Participation, Growth as a Percentage, Marketing Participation, Participation in Group Buys… Continue reading AAM Group Honors Member Warehouse Distributors
Mazda Debuts Virtual Race Car for Online Gameplay
Mazda Motor Corporation has released a new virtual race car, the Mazda RX-Vision GT3 Concept. Jointly developed with Polyphony Digital, the vehicle is available for download in Gran Turismo Sport. The RX-Vision GT3 Concept is the manufacturer’s newest virtual race car in the game. “Mazda is aiming to gain more Mazda fans by conveying the… Continue reading Mazda Debuts Virtual Race Car for Online Gameplay
PRI Compiles State-by-State Updates of Track Reopening Plans
PRI has compiled a list of state-by-state updates of race track reopening plans and guidelines. The list includes language from executive orders, as well as localized guidelines for track reopening and present status updates of racing facilities in each state. To check the status of your state’s race tracks, click here.