The S&W Performance Group has announced that Terri (Weney) Gdowik will take over as president of the family owned 61-year-old performance racing company. Gdowik’s appointment from executive vice president to president comes after her brother, Michael Weney, completed his 4-year term as S&W’s President. A new EVP will be named later. “Terri has been a… Continue reading Terri Gdowik Named New President of S&W Performance Group
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Tint World Recognizes Top Franchises
Automotive customization and window tinting franchise Tint World Automotive Styling Centers honored its top franchise owners at the company’s 12th annual International Franchise Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, earlier this month. The event featured a vendor trade show, seminars and training and an awards banquet to recognize top-performing franchises. “The annual convention is one of… Continue reading Tint World Recognizes Top Franchises
2020 SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Competition Kicks Off Next Month
The SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Regional Competition makes its 2020 debut at the Heat Wave Spring Break Jam, March 7-8, in South Padre Island, Texas. Now in its fourth year, the SEMA Young Guns competition is open to anyone ages 27 or younger (as of Nov. 6, 2020) who builds their vehicle… Continue reading 2020 SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns Competition Kicks Off Next Month
Hooker LS Turbo Exhaust Manifolds Now Available at Atech Motorsports
Atech Motorsports is now offering Hooker LS Turbo Exhaust Manifolds, the performance parts distributor has announced. Made from high-silicon-moly ductile iron, the manifolds are more durable and retain more heat than fabricated headers. They are available individually for the driver and passenger side or, as a pair, and they are compatible with most common LS… Continue reading Hooker LS Turbo Exhaust Manifolds Now Available at Atech Motorsports
ATI Performance Products Inks 2020 Sponsorship Deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports
ATI Performance Products has agreed to a sponsorship deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports for 2020, the company has announced. “Alex is best known for running Pro Stock, Pro Mod, Radial vs the World and No Prep all over the country and sometimes 2 classes at once,” said Harvey Baker of ATI. “ATI will partner on… Continue reading ATI Performance Products Inks 2020 Sponsorship Deal with Alex Laughlin Motorsports
What’s Under the Hood of the 2021 Ford Bronco?
The official reveal of the 2021 Ford Bronco is just around the corner, with the first look scheduled to take place during a special debut event in March, followed by the New York Auto Show in April. But there are still plenty of unknowns regarding the specifications of the revived off-roader. While it has been… Continue reading What’s Under the Hood of the 2021 Ford Bronco?
12 Volt Trends for 2020
With the 2020 editions of CES and KnowledgeFest in the books, trends in the 12 volt electronics market are starting to emerge. CE Outlook spoke with some manufacturers and electronics dealers to get a closer look at what trends have been popping up so far this year, including larger screen sizes, direct fit speakers, Hi-Res… Continue reading 12 Volt Trends for 2020
Hennessey Performance Engineering Appoints New Director of Design
Hennessey Performance Engineering has announced that Nathan Malinick has joined the company as its new director of design. Malinick will report to founder and CEO, John Hennessey, and serve as director of design overseeing design direction for both Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) and Hennessey Special Vehicles (HSV). As director of design, Malinick will be responsible… Continue reading Hennessey Performance Engineering Appoints New Director of Design
Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship
After a successful year as the official scales of the Honda-Powered Formula 4 United States and F3 Americas Championships, SCCA Pro Racing has extended its partnership with Intercomp, the sanctioning body has announced. “Intercomp has been able to enjoy a long and successful relationship with SCCA Pro Racing,” said Chris Berg, Intercomp Market Specialist. “We… Continue reading Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship
Worksport Applies for Trademark for Solar Tonneau Cover
Tonneau cover manufacturer Worksport has applied for a trademark for its TerraVis solar tonneau cover with the United State Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and have received official notice identifying that TerraVis is entitled to the wordmark registration that was applied for. In light of this update, the company expects the trademark to be issued… Continue reading Worksport Applies for Trademark for Solar Tonneau Cover
The Work Truck Show 2020 Rolls into Indianapolis Next Week
The Work Truck Show 2020 is set to kick off next week in Indianapolis, Indiana, and will feature several new programs, as well as opportunities to check out the latest vocational vehicles and equipment from over 500 exhibitors. The show runs March 3–6 at Indiana Convention Center. Educational sessions, Green Truck Summit and Manufacturer and… Continue reading The Work Truck Show 2020 Rolls into Indianapolis Next Week
Garage Gurus Announces Automotive Technician Scholarship Program for 2020
For the sixth consecutive year, Garage Gurus, a training and support platform from DRiV, will award up to $30,000 in scholarships to future automotive technicians who are accepted or currently enrolled in accredited, U.S.-based automotive technical schools, colleges, and universities or enrolled full-time at a U.S. high school. Applications are now available for the opportunity… Continue reading Garage Gurus Announces Automotive Technician Scholarship Program for 2020
Cooking with Car Parts
Ever wondered if you could roast a chicken in an oil pan? Or bake a cake in a valve cover? Well, wonder no longer, because Jalopnik has you covered. The automotive outlet’s David Tracy and Kristen Lee recently found themselves asking the same question and, using parts resourced from a 2010 Subaru Forester and a… Continue reading Cooking with Car Parts
Race Winning Brands Acquires Manley Performance
Race Winning Brands, parent company of JE Piston, Dart, Wiseco and more, has acquired Manley Performance Products, a manufacturer of high-performance pistons, connecting rods, crankshafts, and valvetrain components, the company announced. “We are excited to join the Race Winning Brands team and partner with a group that leads the racing industry in technology, manufacturing, and… Continue reading Race Winning Brands Acquires Manley Performance
Sparta Evolution and United States Touring Car Championship Partner for 2020 Season
High performance brake manufacturer Sparta Evolution has announced a partnership with the United States Touring Car Championship (USTCC) for the 2020 racing season, which will offer competitors a discount program, free technical support and exposure through the partnership. The program will also introduce the ‘Sparta Award’ at every race where a driver will win $1,000… Continue reading Sparta Evolution and United States Touring Car Championship Partner for 2020 Season