Honda has unveiled the new 2020 Honda Civic Type R Pace Car, which led the NTT INDYCAR SERIES field to the green flag for this weekend’s Bommarito Automotive Group doubleheader race weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway, just outside St. Louis, Missouri. The latest in a series of Honda Pace Cars utilized for Indy car… Continue reading Honda Unveils Civic Type R Pace Car
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Upcoming Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Updates
The National Federation of Independent Business is hosting an upcoming webinar that will provide updates regarding forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program loans. The virtual program is set for Wed., Sep. 2 at 12:00 p.m. ET and will be hosted by the NFIB’s resident PPP experts. The webinar will highlight recent SBA and Treasury updates, including:… Continue reading Upcoming Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Updates
California Approves Plan to Expand EV Charging
California has approved a $437 million plan to build thousands of electric vehicle chargers throughout the state, Automotive News reports. Southern California Edison, a public utility provider in the state, will be responsible for installing the chargers. According to Auto News, this plan will add 40,000 new chargers to the state. Click here to read… Continue reading California Approves Plan to Expand EV Charging
Wisconsin Motor Tour Raises Funds for Autism Society
The Masterpiece, host of the Milwaukee Concours d’Elegance, organized a special motor tour in early August to raise funds for the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin. “In lieu of our annual concours d’elegance which we celebrate in Veterans Park in Milwaukee, The Masterpiece Ltd. board wanted to continue our tradition of supporting local charities in… Continue reading Wisconsin Motor Tour Raises Funds for Autism Society
AutonomouStuff, NovAtel to Sponsor Indy Autonomous Challenge
AutonomouStuff and NovAtel, both companies in Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning brand portfolio, will be serving as sponsors for the Indy Autonomous Challenge, the $1.5M university prize competition to program modified Dallara IL-15 race cars for an autonomous head-to-head race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the company announced. The university teams will race their autonomous vehicles… Continue reading AutonomouStuff, NovAtel to Sponsor Indy Autonomous Challenge
Hot Shot’s Secret Launches Video Series
Hot Shot’s Secret, a brand of diesel performance additives and specialty oils, is launching a new educational video series titled “Fuel Your Mind,” the company announced. The series, hosted by Bram Fulk, is now online and includes six episodes in the first season. This video series is focused strictly on educating the consumer about all… Continue reading Hot Shot’s Secret Launches Video Series
Magnuson Superchargers Partnering with R&R Marketing Consultants
Magnuson Superchargers has joined into a partnership with R&R Marketing Consultants Inc. (RRMCI) to provide sales and marketing services in 10 states including; Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, North Dakota and South Dakota; and for all locations of Atech Motorsports/Summit Racing. The firm will also represent Magnuson in the marine industry. “RRMCI… Continue reading Magnuson Superchargers Partnering with R&R Marketing Consultants
Upcoming Online Educational Session Focuses on Vehicle Wraps and Vinyl
WRAPSTECH: The Science of Wraps takes a deep dive into wraps and vinyl applications on Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. WRAPSTECH will explore vinyl applications, wide-format printing, inks, lamination, surface prep, maintenance, tools and installation to help ensure durable, color-fast solutions for all surfaces and climates. Get access to expert advice, tips,… Continue reading Upcoming Online Educational Session Focuses on Vehicle Wraps and Vinyl
SEMA Gives Details on Virtual Trade Show
SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is offering an online marketplace to allow manufacturers and resellers in the specialty automotive segment to connect and conduct business, the organization announced. Scheduled for Nov. 2-6, SEMA360 was created after industry members expressed a need for a viable marketplace solution in the absence of the 2020 SEMA Show,… Continue reading SEMA Gives Details on Virtual Trade Show
Turn 14 Distribution Partners with Evasive Motorsports for Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Performance parts distributors Turn 14 Distribution has again partnered with Evasive Motorsports for the 98th running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) presented by Gran Turismo on Aug. 30, the company announced. The Evasive Motorsports x Turn 14 Distribution 2013 Toyota 86 is being piloted by Turn 14 Distribution-sponsored athlete and 2011… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Partners with Evasive Motorsports for Pikes Peak Hill Climb
AACF Prepares to Aid Aftermarket Natural Disaster Victims
The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) is making preparations to aid aftermarket families affected by Hurricane Laura and the California fires, the organization announced. “It is very early in the process, but our intention is to explore every avenue to identify aftermarket families that will need our help recovering from these natural disasters happening during… Continue reading AACF Prepares to Aid Aftermarket Natural Disaster Victims
How to Plan Your Shop’s Cash Flow
You’re reopening your storefront. People are organizing car meets, informal car shows and some events. Customers want to wait in your waiting area or browse your in-store merchandise like they used to. As your customers go back to work, feel more certainty about the future and get back into their cars, they will once again… Continue reading How to Plan Your Shop’s Cash Flow
Yokohama Tire Releasing Educational Videos During Tire Safety Week
Yokohama Tire is releasing seven educational videos in conjunction with The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association’s (USTMA) annual Tire Safety Week, Aug. 31-Sept. 6, the company announced. Every day during Tire Safety Week, Yokohama will release one episode of the consumer-focused videos on its social media channels featuring an array of Team Yokohama members such as… Continue reading Yokohama Tire Releasing Educational Videos During Tire Safety Week
Firstech Partnering with Custom Sounds & Tint
Firstech has announced that Compustar and DroneMobile products will now be sold and installed at all Custom Sounds & Tint retail locations in Texas, Missouri, Illinois and Oklahoma. Custom Sounds & Tint has over 20 retail locations in cities such as Austin, San Antonio, St. Louis and Oklahoma City. Each location’s staff will receive direct… Continue reading Firstech Partnering with Custom Sounds & Tint
PDM Automotive Hosting eCommerce Preparation Workshop
PDM Automotive, Classy Llama and Magento have teamed up to host a one-hour virtual workshop “Preparing for Automotive eCommerce.” This free one-hour workshop will be hosted by Johannes Crepon, founder of PDM Automotive and Brandon Urich, head of solutions at Classy Llama. The workshop will be held on Aug. 27 at 1 p.m. ET. The… Continue reading PDM Automotive Hosting eCommerce Preparation Workshop