Universal Technical Institute, a provider of transportation technician training, has reopened hands-on training labs at ten of its thirteen campuses, it announced. Labs at three remaining campuses are scheduled to open by June 15. Modified in alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health department guidelines, the labs allow students participating… Continue reading Universal Technical Institute Reopens Hands-On Labs at All Campuses
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
50 High-Performance Mopars Stolen from California Dealership
A Dodge dealership in San Leandro, California, had 50 high-performance vehicles stolen from its lot amid looting following a protest in the area, according to a report from Yahoo. Amongst the stolen cars were the dealership’s entire inventory of Challenger Hellcats, as well as wide-body Chargers, Trackhawk SUVs and more. Click here to read the… Continue reading 50 High-Performance Mopars Stolen from California Dealership
Summit Motorsports Park Cancels 2020 Season
Norwalk, Ohio’s Summit Motorsports Park has cancelled the rest of its 2020 season, track President Bill Bader Jr. announced, citing impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. In a letter distributed to fans, racers and media, Bader Jr. explained that resuming the 2020 season was untenable for the track and would likely result in a financial net… Continue reading Summit Motorsports Park Cancels 2020 Season
Buick Reveals 2021 Envision
Buick has released details about its revamped 2021 Envision SUV, which will feature an expanded slate of safety and infotainment offerings. “The all-new 2021 Envision is part of Buick’s strategy to grow its family of premium SUVs,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president, Global Buick and GMC. “It joins the new 2020 Encore GX, which offers… Continue reading Buick Reveals 2021 Envision
SCORE Baja 500 Set for July
SCORE International has set a date for its season opener, the Baja 500, the off-road racing organization has announced. The race will be held from July 14-19 in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, with registration for entrants beginning on June 15. The group continues to work with government authorities and private sector representatives regarding the COVID-19… Continue reading SCORE Baja 500 Set for July
Ohio Honda Employees Produce 130,000 Face Shields for Frontline Healthcare Workers
As part of its response to aid frontline healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, Honda engineers have developed new methods to use manufacturing equipment to produce critically needed face shields. So far, the workers have donated 70,000 face shields to healthcare workers at 305 medical facilities in 45 states, with plans to donate another 60,000… Continue reading Ohio Honda Employees Produce 130,000 Face Shields for Frontline Healthcare Workers
NFIB Hosting PPP ‘Keys to Loan Forgiveness’ Webinar
The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) is hosting a new webinar as part of its series on the Paycheck Protection Program. The webinar, titled, “Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Part III: 10 Keys to Loan Forgiveness & Your Questions Answered Live,” will aid businesses in maximizing their loan forgiveness and is scheduled for… Continue reading NFIB Hosting PPP ‘Keys to Loan Forgiveness’ Webinar
Travis Pastrana to Star in New Gymkhana Video
Action sports superstar, U.S. rally champion and Nitro Circus co-founder Travis Pastrana is set to star in Gymkhana 2020, the newest edition of the automotive stunt video series, Yokohama has announced. “We can’t wait to see what new stunts Travis has up his sleeve for the next Gymkhana film,” said Andrew Briggs, Yokohama Tire’s vice… Continue reading Travis Pastrana to Star in New Gymkhana Video
Injen Technology Hosting Drive-Thru Car Show
Injen Technology will be hosting a drive-thru car show at its Pomona, California, facility on June 6 from 2-3 p.m. PT, which will be streamed live on Facebook, the company announced. Participants will have a picture taken of their car, which will later be posted online for a vote-to-win contest. Each category will be sponsored… Continue reading Injen Technology Hosting Drive-Thru Car Show
Turn 14 Distribution Adds ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution, an aftermarket performance parts distributor, has added ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ high-performance truck, SUV, and off-road suspension components and ICON Alloys aluminum wheels to its line card. “ICON Vehicle Dynamics has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of premium off-road components. Its engineering team focuses on analysis of vehicle… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Line Card
Oracle Lighting Develops Virus-Neutralizing UV-Light Face Mask
The mask neutralizes live viruses such as COVID-19, pathogens, bacterium and other microorganisms attached to fabric surfaces…
CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting
CRC Industries, a manufacturer of specialty products and formulations for maintenance and repair professionals, has just made available a new technical bulletin entitled, ‘The Urgent Need for Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting of Hard Non-Porous Surfaces.’ The free-to-download bulletin was developed by regulatory affairs and compliance experts at CRC in response to the current health… Continue reading CRC Industries Releases Guide on Proper Workplace Cleaning and Disinfecting
Aftermarket Entities Step Up Support of AACF
Two auto aftermarket entities have recently stepped up to help the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) in different and unique ways. Aftermarket parts distributor and retailer Parts Authority, seeking to embrace and enhance the “Stay Positive” theme initiated by President Randy Buller as the COVID-19 pandemic began, put together a battery sales promotion as a… Continue reading Aftermarket Entities Step Up Support of AACF
Tint World Opens New Virginia Location
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has opened a new location in Sterling, Virginia. The second Tint World franchise in Virginia is under the ownership of LeRoy Schubert and will be managed by Hans Schubert. “It’s exciting to be part of such a rapidly growing franchise,” LeRoy Schubert said.… Continue reading Tint World Opens New Virginia Location
SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open
Registration for the 2020 SEMA Show, Tuesday-Friday, November 3–6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, is now open, SEMA has announced. “The annual gathering featuring automotive innovation is set to take place in the fall at a time when analysts anticipate the marketplace will begin its path to recovery, positioning the SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Show Attendee Registration Now Open