NATDA Cancels 2020 Trailer Show, Launches Virtual Event

Due to the effects of COVID-19, the North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) has canceled this year’s NATDA Trailer Show in Nashville, Tennessee, the organization announced. In its place, NATDA will launch a virtual event on October 26, which the group says will give dealers the same benefits of the trade show. “Unfortunately, recent developments,… Continue reading NATDA Cancels 2020 Trailer Show, Launches Virtual Event

AAPEX Moving to Virtual 2020 Show

AAPEX 2020, scheduled for Nov. 3-5 at the Sands Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas, will not be held as an in-person trade show event this year, organizers announced, due to the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic and related governmental prohibitions and restrictions on gatherings, businesses and travel. Instead, AAPEX will… Continue reading AAPEX Moving to Virtual 2020 Show

CAN Connect Virtual Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for the CAN Connect Virtual conference, the Custom Automotive Network announced. The virtual event replaces the annual CAN Connect Conference, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Connect Virtual conference, set to be held Oct. 5-9, will feature the same format as the physical conference, allowing attendees to meet… Continue reading CAN Connect Virtual Registration Now Open

Mexico, SCORE Sign Agreement to Hold Baja 1000

SCORE International and the City of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, have signed an official agreement signifying that Ensenada will host the BFGoodrich Tires 53rd SCORE Baja 1000, presented by 4 Wheel Parts, this November. The season-finale of the 2020 SCORE World Desert Championship is scheduled to be held Nov. 17-22 as a single-loop race starting… Continue reading Mexico, SCORE Sign Agreement to Hold Baja 1000

Akrapovič Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Slip-On Line Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

The Akrapovič Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust for 2019-2020 models is now available at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič announced. This lightweight exhaust is crafted from high-grade titanium and is finished with two pairs of titanium and carbon fiber tailpipes. A specially designed perforated manifold tube on the… Continue reading Akrapovič Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Slip-On Line Exhaust Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Goodwood to Unveil SpeedWeek in October

Goodwood’s two annual motorsport events, the Festival of Speed and the Revival, were both previously canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic but will be replaced in 2020 by a one-time event, Goodwood SpeedWeek, which will be held in October. Goodwood Speedweek will take elements of the Festival and Revival and combine them into a three-day… Continue reading Goodwood to Unveil SpeedWeek in October

Edelbrock Dispels Emissions Compliance Myths

Edelbrock, a manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket performance parts, was an early pioneer in emissions testing of aftermarket high performance parts. In the 1970s, Edelbrock established an emissions lab at its El Segundo location, which was used to demonstrate to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that aftermarket performance parts didn’t negatively affect emissions. Since… Continue reading Edelbrock Dispels Emissions Compliance Myths

Worksport Changes Stock Symbol

Worksport has received approval from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) to change its stock ticker symbol from FNHI to WKSP, the tonneau cover manufacturer announced. The change reflects the company’s transition in its corporate identity to Worksport. The new Worksport name and WKSP symbol is expected to be updated in a matter of days.… Continue reading Worksport Changes Stock Symbol

Bid Garage Launches New Digital Vehicle Auction Platform

BidGarage.com has launched its new digital vehicle auction platform, the website announced. Designed as a contemporary car buying experience for serious bidders and true enthusiasts, Bid Garage reimagines the traditional auction experience through an intelligent buying and selling process, the company says. “Bid Garage is built by a team of people who love the chase,… Continue reading Bid Garage Launches New Digital Vehicle Auction Platform

Universal Technical Institute Adds to Leadership Team

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Universal Technical Institute has made two additions to its leadership team, the technical training provider announced. Bart Fesperman has joined the company in the newly created role senior vice president-chief commercial officer (CCO), while Sonia Mason has been named senior vice president-chief human resources officer. Both report to Jerome Grant, UTI’s CEO. “These exceptional additions… Continue reading Universal Technical Institute Adds to Leadership Team

DENSO Spark Plugs Sponsoring NHRA U.S. Nationals

DENSO Products and Services Americas has been named the title sponsor of the NHRA DENSO Spark Plugs U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis, the company announced. The race will be held Sept. 3-6 at Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg, Indiana. “We’re proud to be the title sponsor of the iconic Indianapolis race,” said Joseph Mejaly, senior vice… Continue reading DENSO Spark Plugs Sponsoring NHRA U.S. Nationals

Carlisle Hosts Ford Nationals

After a nearly two-month delay, Carlisle Events hosted the 2020 Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Meguiar’s at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds on July 31-Aug. 2. The event, while slightly modified from its standard format, still welcomed enthusiasts and cars to the event, which also featured some of Ford’s upcoming and redesigned vehicles. For 2020, Ford… Continue reading Carlisle Hosts Ford Nationals

PRI Issues Update on 2020 Trade Show

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) President Dr. Jamie Meyer issued an update on the status of the 2020 PRI Trade Show, which is still set to take place as scheduled on Dec. 10-12 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. In the statement, Meyer indicated that the 2020 PRI Trade Show is set to take place… Continue reading PRI Issues Update on 2020 Trade Show

Pre-Registration Now Open for Holley Intergalactic Ford Festival

Pre-registration is now open for Holley’s Intergalactic Ford Festival in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the company announced. The event will be held at Beech Bend Raceway on Oct. 1-4. For the second annual event, Holley is teaming up with the NMRA and its All-Ford World Finals during the event, which will also include pro level and… Continue reading Pre-Registration Now Open for Holley Intergalactic Ford Festival

Indianapolis 500 Closed to Spectators

This year’s Indianapolis 500 will be held without spectators, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced. “It is with great regret that we announce the 104th Running of the Indianapolis 500 will take place on Aug. 23 without fans. This tough decision was made following careful consideration and extensive consultation with state and city leadership,” track officials… Continue reading Indianapolis 500 Closed to Spectators