Pypes Exhaust, Cold Case Radiators Announce Tainsh as New President, COO

Pypes Performance Exhaust and Cold Case Radiators have announced that Alex Tainsh will become president and COO of both firms. Tainsh will assume his new position on August 1, 2020. Chris Casperson, CEO of both companies, said that Tainsh’s 30 years of automotive aftermarket management experience is a perfect fit for the well-established brands and… Continue reading Pypes Exhaust, Cold Case Radiators Announce Tainsh as New President, COO

Akrapovič Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust for Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Turbo Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Akrapovič has released its Porsche Cayenne/Coupe (536) Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust, as well as its Porsche Cayenne Turbo/Coupe and Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust for 2020 models, both of which can now be found at Turn 14 Distribution, the sole U.S. automotive distributor for Akrapovič. The exhausts are constructed from high-grade lightweight… Continue reading Akrapovič Evolution Line Titanium Exhaust for Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Turbo Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Barrett-Jackson Launches Collector Car Road Tours

Barrett-Jackson is launching a series of Collector Car Road Tours, the company announced, which will include weeklong and weekend tours and be open to all types of collectible vehicles. The series begins with a 2020 event that begins Oct. 7 at Summit Racing in McDonough, Georgia, and ends on Oct. 13 in Key West, Florida,… Continue reading Barrett-Jackson Launches Collector Car Road Tours

BBS Wheels Files for Bankruptcy

German wheel-maker BBS has filed for bankruptcy in a German court, according to a statement on its website. “This was a necessary step to prevent imminent insolvency within the coming months due to the sudden omission of confirmed payments. This financial hardship hits us hard during the year of our 50th anniversary,” the statement says.… Continue reading BBS Wheels Files for Bankruptcy

Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Application

The National Federation of Independent Business is hosting a webinar on applying for Payroll Protection Program loan forgiveness on Wed., July 22 at 12 p.m. ET, the organization announced. NFIB’s PPP experts, Beth Milito and Holly Wade, will give a live, line-by-line demonstration on filling out the PPP loan forgiveness application followed by a Q&A… Continue reading Webinar Covering PPP Loan Forgiveness Application

Remote Start Security Company Expanding into U.S.

Pandora, a Russian car alarm and remote start brand that also serves markets in Europe, is expanding into the United States, CE Outlook reports. Developed and produced in Russia, where it holds a 25% market share, Pandora security systems are being test marketed at a few US dealers with aims to open a U.S. office.… Continue reading Remote Start Security Company Expanding into U.S.

SEMA Reveals Safety Requirements for 2020 Trade Show

SEMA Show attendees will be required to wear a face mask or a face shield during the 2020 event, show organizers announced. The requirement is part of a comprehensive plan to prevent the spread of COVID-19 at the event. 1,800 companies are expected to exhibit at the upcoming event, held on Nov. 3-6, 2020, in… Continue reading SEMA Reveals Safety Requirements for 2020 Trade Show

Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop

Bombtrack Fabrication, which specializes in custom racecars and chassis components, has acquired Power Cool Systems’ machine shop, formerly known as Saldana Racing Products, the company announced. Bombtrack will move operations to the existing Power Cool Systems location. Prior to the acquisition, the fabrication company had already taken on much of the CNC production for Power… Continue reading Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop

Travis Pastrana Building Racing Facility

Travis Pastrana, the motorcycle racer, stuntman and rallycross driver, is building a new racing facility in Maryland, he announced. Named Circuit 199, the facility plans to include a paved rallycross course, an action sports progression park and a year-round bicycle, skateboard and scooter facility. In addition to rallycross racing, Pastrana told the Capital Gazette that… Continue reading Travis Pastrana Building Racing Facility

VP Racing Fuels Teams Up with Retailer to Recognize First Responders

VP Racing Fuels, a manufacturer of performance fuels, lubricants and additives, has partnered with A&A Auto Stores in Pennsylvania to recognize and thank the region’s first responders with free VP Hand Sanitizer on July 23 at 16 A&A Auto store locations. “As our frontline heroes keep us safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, we in the… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Teams Up with Retailer to Recognize First Responders

Sonnhalter Partners with Habitat for Humanity for Annual Tool Drive

Sonnhalter, a communications firm marketing to the professional tradesman in the construction, industrial and MRO markets, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity again for its 11th Annual Sonnhalter Tool Drive. In the past decade, Sonnhalter has raised more than $280,000 worth in donations for the organization. From Saturday, Aug. 1 to Monday, Aug. 31, organizations,… Continue reading Sonnhalter Partners with Habitat for Humanity for Annual Tool Drive

Michelin Challenge Design Upcycle Winners Announced

The winners of the 2020 Michelin Challenge Design global competition have been announced. The theme, Upcycle, challenged artists, designers, engineers, architects and creatives worldwide to take inspiration or elements from previously-honored Challenge Design entries and create an Upcycled design that added environmental, societal or economic value. The winning teams came from Brazil, South Korea, India… Continue reading Michelin Challenge Design Upcycle Winners Announced

FCA, Peugeot Announce Name of Merged Companies

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Permatex, PowerNation Give Away Supercharged Dodge Challenger

Permatex, a manufacturer of chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, and PowerNation, an automotive how-to show, have announced the winner of their Dodge Challenger Sweepstakes. Mark Dragotta, of Florida, was selected as the winner of the custom-built dark blue 2019 Dodge Challenger 5.7L Hemi V8 in a special drawing and presentation held at PowerNation’s… Continue reading Permatex, PowerNation Give Away Supercharged Dodge Challenger

NORRA Cancels All Events Until 2021

The National Off Road Racing Association has postponed all 2020 events, including the NORRA Mexican 1000 and NORRA 500, until 2021. Organizers cited the outbreak of coronavirus in Baja California, Mexico as the reasoning for the postponement of the Yokohama NORRA Mexican 1000 presented by Method Race Wheels. “NORRA always puts an emphasis on having… Continue reading NORRA Cancels All Events Until 2021