Tri-State Enterprises has named Junior Calvert as its new category and ecommerce manager, the aftermarket parts and truck accessories distributor announced. “As Tri-State Enterprises continues to grow, we are excited to welcome Junior Calvert to our team,” the company said in a statement announcing the hire. “Mr. Calvert, formerly with Westin Automotive, brings over 32… Continue reading Tri-State Enterprises Adds Category, E-commerce Manager
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Gateway Bronco to Restore Classic F-Series Pickups
Gateway Bronco will begin rolling out “reimagined” 1967-1972 Ford F-Series trucks in the second quarter of 2020, the Hamel, Illinois, custom and resto-mod shop announced, as Ford Motor Company has licensed Gateway to transform F-100, F-150 and F-250 trucks using modern supercharged drivetrains, suspensions and amenities. Like the SUVs from Gateway Bronco, the “Resto-Mod” F-Series… Continue reading Gateway Bronco to Restore Classic F-Series Pickups
Contest Nets Sales Leads for Upholstery Shop
A Colorado upholstery shop recently launched a contest designed to build brand awareness and generate sales leads, and so far, TheHogRing.com reports, it’s been a success. Called the “Fix My Upholstery Contest,” Rocky Mountain Upholstery Co. has partnered with a local news station and has asked viewers to upload pictures of furniture, auto or marine… Continue reading Contest Nets Sales Leads for Upholstery Shop
OPTIMA DriveAutoX Series Returns to Action
The OPTIMA’s DriveAutoX Series presented by UMI Performance returned this weekend in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, organizers announced, marking the restart of its four-event season. DriveAutoX is a series of autocross events that includes classes for all years, makes, models and modifications. The 2020 Series schedule includes four different locations, with the series winner taking home a… Continue reading OPTIMA DriveAutoX Series Returns to Action
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Closed to Spectators
The 98th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb will be run without fans, organizers of the event announced, citing input and advisement from state and local agencies. The race will take place on Aug. 30, as currently scheduled. “For the first time, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb will be staged without its… Continue reading Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Closed to Spectators
SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), along with several automotive aftermarket companies, ADAS technology service providers and test facilities, have successfully completed ADAS testing of an aftermarket-modified 2020 model year pickup truck proving that it meets all functional and regulatory safety compliance standards, OEM warranty requirements and insurance eligibility specifications. Today, more than 60 million… Continue reading SEMA Study Demonstrates ADAS Compliance of Aftermarket-Modified Vehicles
Peterson Manufacturing Adds to Sales Team
Peterson Manufacturing has announced two new additions to its sales department: David Black and Joseph Shaw. Both have backgrounds in the Commercial Vehicle segment––especially heavy-duty trucks, trailers and fleets. As the new Business Development Manager of Fleets, Black will focus on all fleets in the Eastern and South-Central U.S. “David Black’s expertise in both carrier… Continue reading Peterson Manufacturing Adds to Sales Team
Mercedes-AMG Developing Electric Exhaust Gas Turbocharger
Mercedes-AMG is developing a new electric exhaust gas turbocharger to be used on the next generation of AMG vehicles, the company announced. Already in the final stages of development, the electric exhaust gas turbocharger will be used in a series production model from Affalterbach. Developed in partnership with Garrett Motion, this technology comes straight from… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Developing Electric Exhaust Gas Turbocharger
Lubrication Specialties Hires New Vice President of Global Sales
Lubrication Specialties, manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand of performance additives and oils, has named Todd Cawley as the company’s first vice president of global sales. The position was filled in June of this year in response to the unprecedented growth LSI has encountered in multiple markets in the USA and the potential to capture… Continue reading Lubrication Specialties Hires New Vice President of Global Sales
Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July
The 2020 Goodguys Rod & Custom Association event season will officially relaunch with its “Mid-Summer Classic” on Independence Day weekend, July 3-5, in Des Moines, Iowa, with the 29th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals presented by BASF, the group has announced, while the PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio have been cancelled. Social distancing and additional health… Continue reading Goodguys Relaunching 2020 Event Season in July
Webinar: Overcoming Financial and Employee Challenges in the COVID-19 Era
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) hosted a webinar earlier this week discussing key issues important to small businesses in the COVID-19 era, which is currently available for viewing. Hosted by Elizabeth Milito, NFIB’s senior executive counsel, and Holly Wade, director of the NFIB Research Center, the webinar covers employment, financial and operational challenges.… Continue reading Webinar: Overcoming Financial and Employee Challenges in the COVID-19 Era
What If? Hagerty Imagines 1970 Bronco Raptor
As part of a new series, Hagerty has imagined an alternate reality in which the same ingredients that make today’s Ford F-150 Raptor such a hit, were mixed into the original Bronco. Complete with images and a write-up from a fictional edition of Hagerty’s Michigan Powerboat and Lake Newsletter from 1969, the specialty automotive outlet… Continue reading What If? Hagerty Imagines 1970 Bronco Raptor
Roush Mustang Giveaway Benefiting Restoration of Henry Ford Estate
Fair Lane Estate, the former home of Clara and Henry Ford, is giving away a 2020 Roush Stage 3 Mustang to raise funds for the restoration of the estate, the Fair Lane Board of Trustees has announced. Custom designed for the giveaway, the Mustang features carbon fiber mirror caps and manual shifter ball, serial dash… Continue reading Roush Mustang Giveaway Benefiting Restoration of Henry Ford Estate
KC HiLites Joins Forces with Tread Lightly
As part of the company’s 50th Anniversary celebration, KC HiLites is teaming up with Tread Lightly, a non-profit focused on promoting responsible outdoor recreation, the off-road lighting manufacturer announced. To support Tread Lightly’s efforts to educate the public on outdoor ethics and enhance access to public lands, KC will be donating 10% of KC LED… Continue reading KC HiLites Joins Forces with Tread Lightly
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees
The NASCAR Hall of Fame announced its three inductees for the Class of 2021, with Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mike Stefanik and Red Farmer set for enshrinement next winter. The three-member class was the first elected under new voting rules, with nominees divided into Modern Era and Pioneer Era groups. Two were chosen from a field… Continue reading Dale Earnhardt Jr. Leads NASCAR Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees