Automotive Paint Manufacturer Retools to Produce Hand Sanitizer

In an effort to help alleviate chronic shortages of Personal Protective Equipment for medical workers combating COVID-19, AutomotiveTouchup, a New Orleans based manufacturer of automobile paints and supplies, repurposed part of its production line to produce and donate more than 900 units of hand sanitizer for hospital use at LCMC Health New Orleans. “It was… Continue reading Automotive Paint Manufacturer Retools to Produce Hand Sanitizer

European Leather Supply Largely Unaffected by COVID-19

According to automotive upholstery blog The Hog Ring, supply of Hydes Leather and Alcantara from German and Italian warehouses has been largely unaffected by the coronavirus pandemic. While the blog had previously reported that Italy and Germany had halted leather production, any product marked as inventory could still be packaged and shipped, meaning supply of… Continue reading European Leather Supply Largely Unaffected by COVID-19

Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign

Jeep accessory retailer Quadratec has announced a new social media campaign, Hands-On HomeSchool, in an effort to get parents and kids into the garage, or out on the driveway, working on vehicles. With schools closed and kids at home, it’s a great time to teach your kids how to work on the family’s Jeep, the… Continue reading Quadratec Launches ‘Hands-On HomeSchool’ Campaign

Winners of 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest Announced

Toyota has announced the winners of the 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest. The nine winners were chosen by a national panel of judges who assessed artwork by 41 finalists. The finalists were selected by Toyota team members and dealer employees nationwide from a pool of 97 semi-finalists. At 1,700, the contest received a… Continue reading Winners of 2020 Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest Announced

Coker Tire Expands Product Line with Avon Tyres Addition

Coker Tire Company, a manufacturer and supplier of collector vehicle tires and wheels, has expanded its product line with the addition of Avon Tyres. The British brand manufactures tires for European sports cars and vintage American trucks from the 1940s to the 1980s. Coker Tire now offers Avon tires in the following styles: Avon Turbospeed… Continue reading Coker Tire Expands Product Line with Avon Tyres Addition

PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period

Organizers of the 2020 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show have extended the priority exhibitor application deadline to Friday, June 12, the group announced. The extension aims to give exhibitors additional time to plan for the event. The deadline to receive a full refund has already been extended to Sept. 1. “PRI remains fully committed to… Continue reading PRI Extends Exhibitor Application Period

SEMA Data Co-op Offering eCommerce Data Updates

The SEMA Data Co-op is offering free eCommerce plugins to help SEMA members enhance online retail sales, the group announced. “As the country continues to shelter at home, consumers are spending more time shopping online,” the group said in the announcement. “Smart businesses are focusing on online sales and product data to mitigate downturns due… Continue reading SEMA Data Co-op Offering eCommerce Data Updates

MANN+HUMMEL Producing Face Masks, Respirators

MANN+HUMMEL, a manufacturer of automotive, air and water filters and parent company of WIX Filters, has implemented a number of initiatives to support the growing battle against COVID-19, including producing face masks and respirators for healthcare workers. “Companies are mobilizing at unbelievable speeds to assist the frontlines in their fight against COVID-19,” said Charles Vaillant,… Continue reading MANN+HUMMEL Producing Face Masks, Respirators

Champion Racing Oil Summer Nationals Still on Track for July

Champion Oil, a manufacturer of racing and performance lubricants and sponsor of the upcoming event, says the Champion Racing Oil/Williams Grove Summer Nationals Open sanctioned by the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series on July 24-25 in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is still set to take place as scheduled. “To date, most races in 2020 have either… Continue reading Champion Racing Oil Summer Nationals Still on Track for July

LINE-X Named Top Automotive Services Franchise Company for 11th Straight Year

LINE-X, manufacturer of high-performance protective coatings and automotive accessories, topped the Miscellaneous Auto Products and Services category for an 11th consecutive year as part of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 41st annual Franchise 500 rankings. LINE-X’s growth, customer support, brand strength and low franchise fees helped secure a ranking of #327 on the magazine’s Franchise 500 list. The… Continue reading LINE-X Named Top Automotive Services Franchise Company for 11th Straight Year

PPG Commits Over $1.5 Million to Support Global COVID-19 Relief Efforts

PPG and the PPG Foundation will contribute more than $1.5 million to organizations supporting immediate community relief efforts and emerging recovery needs amid the impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, the company announced. As part of PPG’s global COVID-19 response and support of crucial international and regional needs, grant recipients include: Feeding America: $150,000 to… Continue reading PPG Commits Over $1.5 Million to Support Global COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Air Lift Hosting Marketing Webinar Series for Shops

During this current crisis, Air Lift Company is aiming to assist the aftermarket automotive industry through a series of free webinars for owners of automotive shops about digital marketing. Click here to register for the webinar. Led by Air Lift’s Digital Marketing Strategies Manager, Devin Pringle, MBA, the six-week “Essential Online Marketing for Shops” series… Continue reading Air Lift Hosting Marketing Webinar Series for Shops

Buffalo Turbine Launches Disinfectant Sprayer to Fight COVID-19

Buffalo Turbine, the official track blower of the NHRA, has launched a new line of sprayers, the District Disinfector Series, that is designed to aid municipalities and commercial operations in the fight against COVID-19. The self-contained sprayer can be used with any truck or utility vehicle and is capable of disinfecting large areas. Applications may… Continue reading Buffalo Turbine Launches Disinfectant Sprayer to Fight COVID-19

Truck Hero Retools Facilities to Produce PPE

Truck Hero has announced that five of the company’s manufacturing facilities have been retooled and are now producing personal protective equipment (PPE). Truck Hero facilities located in Ann Arbor, Michigan; Howe, Indiana; Nashville, Tennessee; Lawrenceville, Georgia and Yankton, South Dakota, will aid in COVID-19 efforts by producing face masks, face shields, isolation gowns and plastic… Continue reading Truck Hero Retools Facilities to Produce PPE

Roush Yates Collaborating on Ventilator Development

Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions, a division of Roush Yates Engines, is currently working in collaboration with BioMedInnovations and their partners Equilibar on the development and production of specialized ventilators to help address the mounting need for life-saving health care equipment. BioMedInnovations (BMI) was founded in 2005 to commercialize a highly controllable, low flow, low pressure… Continue reading Roush Yates Collaborating on Ventilator Development