Goodguys Rod & Custom Association has rescheduled its 15th annual Nashville Nationals from its original June date to Aug. 28-30, the group announced. “After careful thought and consideration, we have made the decision to reschedule the Goodguys 15th Nashville Nationals, originally scheduled for June 12-14, 2020 at Nissan Stadium, to August 28-30, 2020 at the… Continue reading Goodguys Reschedules Nashville Nationals
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
S&W Performance Group Founder Passes at Age 84
The Weney family has announced that devoted husband, father of four children, accomplished businessman and drag racer, Walter Weney Jr., ran out of horsepower and passed away peacefully on May 15, 2020. Walt was born in Pennsylvania, during the 1930s and from an early age he was determined to make his mark on the world.… Continue reading S&W Performance Group Founder Passes at Age 84
Anderson Composites Customizes 2020 Shelby GT500 for Charity Giveaway
Anderson Composites collaborated with the team at Dream Giveaway by customizing a 2020 Shelby GT500 that will be raffled off for charity. “The result was clean and added just a bit more detail with our carbon fiber components,” said Zach Bohn, brand manager. The Shelby GT500 is a Track Pack model which features carbon fiber… Continue reading Anderson Composites Customizes 2020 Shelby GT500 for Charity Giveaway
World of Speed Museum to Close Permanently
The World of Speed Motorsports Museum will be closing permanently, according to a statement released by the Oregon museum. The museum has been temporarily closed since March. “Under the Oregon Health Authority’s current guidelines, the museum would fall into Phase Two or Phase Three of the state’s reopening plan, potentially pushing reopening into 2021,” read… Continue reading World of Speed Museum to Close Permanently
Ohio Motorsports Community, USMA Create Ohio Motorsports Coalition
The U.S. Motorsports Association, with the help of the state’s racing industry, has formed the Ohio Motorsports Coalition to focus on the safe resumption of motorsports across the state. The coalition brings together the state’s racetracks, sanctioning organizations and related businesses impacted by the COVID-19 shutdown. The group held its first official meeting on Thursday.… Continue reading Ohio Motorsports Community, USMA Create Ohio Motorsports Coalition
RacingJunk.com Hosting Digital Business Partnership Webinar
RacingJunk.com is hosting a webinar, scheduled for Friday, May 15, at 2 p.m. ET, focusing on building digital business partnerships during the COVID-19 pandemic and the future. Hosted by RacingJunk.com’s Business Development Manager, Mark Menadier and the Unites States Motorsports Association’s Shawn Stewart, the webinar will explore digital partnerships and how they will be critical… Continue reading RacingJunk.com Hosting Digital Business Partnership Webinar
Inaugural Holley Mopar Event Set for September
Holley’s inaugural Mopar celebration, the Holley MoParty, will be taking place Sept. 18-20 at Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the company has announced. Holley will be incorporating a number of event segments into the event, including their well-known Grand Champion and autocross competitions, drag classes, a dyno challenge, an Australian style burnout contest,… Continue reading Inaugural Holley Mopar Event Set for September
U.S. Health Agencies Publish Resources for Reopening Businesses
The Center for Disease Control (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency have published a series of resources for small businesses, including guidance on disinfecting workplaces, how to implement social distancing measures, disinfecting vehicles, educating employees and more. Click on the links below to access the tips, guidelines and best… Continue reading U.S. Health Agencies Publish Resources for Reopening Businesses
mountune Outlines Steps for Reopening
mountune is beginning to implement steps to re-open certain aspects of its workshop services, the Britain and California-based engine builder and performance parts manufacturer announced. As of May 11, mountune began re-instating a limited level of workshop support, beginning with any work already scheduled, before all servicing work for vehicles previously supported by mountune –… Continue reading mountune Outlines Steps for Reopening
Hypertherm Announces ‘Spark Something Great’ Grant Winners
Hypertherm, a U.S. based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, has announced the recipients of its 2020 Spark Something Great educational grant. The grant program, now in its sixth year, is designed to place the latest plasma technology into schools so the next generation of metalworkers can train on the equipment they will find… Continue reading Hypertherm Announces ‘Spark Something Great’ Grant Winners
Genesis Rolls Out At-Home Shopping Service
Genesis Motor America has launched a new at-home shopping service, ‘Genesis Concierge,’ the vehicle manufacturer has announced. The national “white glove” program kicks off May 11, giving customers their own personal concierge to act as a host and guide throughout the process of shopping and buying a new Genesis. The services include the option of… Continue reading Genesis Rolls Out At-Home Shopping Service
Tenneco Announces New Chair of Board of Directors
Tenneco has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Dennis J. Letham, formerly lead independent director, as its new chairman. Letham succeeds Gregg M. Sherrill, who served as non-executive chairman of the board since 2018, and as chairman for over 10 years after joining Tenneco in January of 2007 as the Company’s CEO. The… Continue reading Tenneco Announces New Chair of Board of Directors
FCA Restarting North American Production
As Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) prepares to resume its North American manufacturing operations, the company has developed and is implementing a comprehensive program of enhanced safety measures to protect employees, their families and the surrounding communities from the spread and transmission of COVID-19 when the plants reopen. “Above everything else, our top priority has always… Continue reading FCA Restarting North American Production
Even in Quarantine, There’s Plenty to Keep Enthusiasts Busy
Automotive columnist and author Rob Siegel is one of many car enthusiasts grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic and what it has meant for everyday life, as well as his hobby. But even though he can’t caravan for 17 hours down the East Coast to his favorite BMW rally, Siegel has found that there’s still plenty… Continue reading Even in Quarantine, There’s Plenty to Keep Enthusiasts Busy
Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March
Aftermarket parts and accessories eCommerce is up 42% since the first week of March 2020, according to Hedges & Company data. Hedges & Company, a digital marketing agency serving the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports industries, is tracking weekly eCommerce activity in the automotive aftermarket, OEM parts and powersports aftermarket industries. The company analyzed… Continue reading Aftermarket eCommerce Up 42% Since March