The all-electric Ford Performance Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 and its supercharged V8 counterpart will be racing head-to-head at the AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the NHRA announced. The two vehicles previously faced off at the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals earlier this year with Funny Car competitors Bob Tasca III and Tony Pedregon behind… Continue reading Electric, V8 Mustang Cobra Jets to Race Head-to-Head
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
SEMA Data Co-Op Acquires PartsHub
The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) has acquired PartsHub, a catalog management solution, the group announced. Using PartsHub’s expanded product information management (PIM) software, SDC manufacturers will be able to easily organize their data, reach more resellers and sell more products, the organization said. “SDC manufacturers typically are not data experts, and they have requested a… Continue reading SEMA Data Co-Op Acquires PartsHub
AACF Providing Emergency Help to Aftermarket Families
The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) issued a reminder to aftermarket companies and their employees that they are here to help those affected by Hurricane Sally and the ongoing fires in the Western United States. “We need the aftermarket industry to help us get the word out to persons that may not be aware of… Continue reading AACF Providing Emergency Help to Aftermarket Families
CRC Industries Expands Marketing Department
CRC Industries, a manufacturer of specialty products and formulations for maintenance and repair professionals and do-it-yourselfers, has announced three new personnel appointments to its marketing department. Marcy Parker, MBA, has been appointed Director of Marketing for the Americas region. Parker will lead the department’s key branding, product and digital marketing initiatives. She brings over 20… Continue reading CRC Industries Expands Marketing Department
LIQUI MOLY, Noelle Performance Form Technical Partnership
LIQUI MOLY USA/Canada and Noelle Performance have formed a technical partnership between the two automotive companies effective September 15, 2020, the companies announced. Noelle Performance offers high performance software for all new BMWs, creating increased performance and demands on the engine. This technical partnership makes it possible, the companies say, for Noelle Performance and the… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY, Noelle Performance Form Technical Partnership
YouTube TV Adds MAVTV Motorsports Network
MAVTV Motorsports Network, a television network in the U.S. dedicated solely to motorsports, has signed a distribution deal with YouTube TV that will bring motorsports content to the subscription streaming service’s newest add-on package, Sports Plus. “It is an honor having MAVTV available on such an impressive platform, with such a renowned brand, and in… Continue reading YouTube TV Adds MAVTV Motorsports Network
Keystone Automotive Operations Adds Milenco America to Lineup
Keystone Automotive Operations has added Milenco America to its Exterior Accessories category, the parts distributor announced. Founded in 1993, Milenco Limited is a leading manufacturer of award-winning RV and traditional vehicle accessories, such as towing mirrors, high-security wheel clamps and protective hitch locks. The British-based company also produces a wide range of supplementary door locks,… Continue reading Keystone Automotive Operations Adds Milenco America to Lineup
Hawk Performance Named Official Brake Pad of SVRA
The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) has named Hawk Performance as its “Official Brake Pad,” the organization announced. “SVRA and Hawk have a great history together,” said Tony Parella, SVRA CEO and majority owner of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. “Many of our car owners already use Hawk Performance products and have done… Continue reading Hawk Performance Named Official Brake Pad of SVRA
AWE Nominated for 2020 SEMA Manufacturer of the Year Award
AWE, an engineering and manufacturing firm outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been nominated for the SEMA Manufacturer of the Year for 2020. As stated on the SEMA.org website, “The SEMA Manufacturer of the Year Award has been established to honor a manufacturing company for their outstanding contribution to the industry during the past twelve (12) months…”… Continue reading AWE Nominated for 2020 SEMA Manufacturer of the Year Award
LSI Chemical Joins Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association
LSI Chemical has been accepted into the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA), the company announced. ILMA is the primary professional association formed to improve laws and influence public policy, share the latest research and technical information and promote commerce for the automotive and industrial lubricant and metalworking fluid industry. LSI Chemical manufactures oil additives, fuel… Continue reading LSI Chemical Joins Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association
Sonnhalter Tool Drive Raises $27,000 for Habitat for Humanity
The proceeds will be used to help eliminate substandard housing and homelessness…
APC Automotive Technologies Sells AP Emissions Business
APC Automotive Technologies and APACE Holding Company have announced that APACE has acquired APC’s emissions business unit, AP Emissions. Led by Vange Proimos, a veteran of the exhaust and emissions industry, APACE is an ideal strategic acquirer for AP Emissions, the company says, which will continue to operate under its current name. Proimos, who will… Continue reading APC Automotive Technologies Sells AP Emissions Business
EnerSys Gains Approved Vendor Status with Automotive Parts Services Group
EnerSys, the manufacturer of ODYSSEY batteries, was recently appointed Approved Vendor Status for the Automotive Parts Services Group, a distribution network developed in collaboration with Federated Auto Parts and the National Pronto Association. As a newly appointed member partner, EnerSys will now be able to offer its portfolio of ODYSSEY batteries to customers in more… Continue reading EnerSys Gains Approved Vendor Status with Automotive Parts Services Group
KICKER Recognizes Top 50 Retailers and Installers
KICKER recently recognized its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals to have earned a place in this year’s “Top 50,” as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA). “KICKER is blessed to work alongside an outstanding group of retailers and their workforce,” said Tom Heath, KICKER Vice President of Domestic Sales and Marketing. “It’s… Continue reading KICKER Recognizes Top 50 Retailers and Installers
2020 PRI Show Canceled
Decision made due to mounting uncertainty related to the coronavirus pandemic…