World’s First Dedicated Esports Racing Arena Planned for Miami

The world’s first dedicated esports racing arena will be built by Millennial Esports in Miami, Florida, with the state-of-the-facility scheduled to open in 2020. The new facility is part of Millennial Esports’ push to professionalize global esports racing competition. The new 12,000 square-foot arena will be located in the Wynwood neighborhood of Miami. Millennial has secured $2.8… Continue reading World’s First Dedicated Esports Racing Arena Planned for Miami

Cummins and Ram Truck Celebrate Production of the 3-Millionth Cummins Engine

Cummins has produced its 3-millionth diesel engine for Ram trucks at its Columbus Mid-Range Engine Plant (CMEP) in Indiana, highlighting the latest milestone in a partnership that spans more than three decades. “The relationship that Ram Truck has with Cummins is one of the industry’s most enduring and continues to raise the bar for power and durability,” said… Continue reading Cummins and Ram Truck Celebrate Production of the 3-Millionth Cummins Engine

Motovicity Brings G-Sport Emissions Systems to Product Lineup

Performance product wholesale distributors Motovicity Distribution have added G-Sport by Global Emissions Systems Incorporated’s (GESI) emissions control products to its line-up. To create their emissions control products, GESI manufactures metallic substrates, develops and applies precious metal coatings and then completes the process with substrate canning.

DEI Announces Two New Hires

DEI, aftermarket heat and sound control specialists, have announced two new supervisory positions. Former DEI employee Mike Zenone has been rehired as the company’s inside sales supervisor. John Gabriel has been hired as DEI’s powersports division manager. Zenone, previously worked for a decade with DEI as the company’s brand manager and manager of business development… Continue reading DEI Announces Two New Hires

Motor State Distributing Adds Cold Case Radiators to Vendor Product Line

Motor State Distributing has added Cold-Case Radiators to its vendor product line. A specialist in high-performance radiators for muscle cars and trucks from the 1950’s through today, Cold-Case Radiators offers aluminum performance radiators and components built with 100% TIG-welded aluminum.

AM General and Jeep Partner to Develop New Light Tactical Concept Vehicle

AM General, manufacturer of light tactical vehicles, has partnered with Jeep and introduced a new light tactical concept vehicle at the Annual Meeting and Exposition of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA). The Jeep Gladiator Extreme Military-Grade Truck (XMT) by AM General is the first phase of a collaboration that reunites two companies whose… Continue reading AM General and Jeep Partner to Develop New Light Tactical Concept Vehicle

Motor State Distributing Adds GripLockTies to Offerings

Motor State Distributing will now be offering GripLockTies. Designed with aviators, racers and off-roaders in mind, this new invention is a rubber-lined zip tie. Cushioned, and sticky, GripLockTies are designed to keep from damaging wires or paint.

Porsche Adds the Taycan 4S to the Electric Family

Porsche released the Taycan for the first time in September and is now offering a third version of the sport sedan-”the Taycan 4S. The new model is available with two battery sizes; the standard Performance Battery delivers up to 522 hp (390 kW) and the optional Performance Battery Plus, up to 563 hp (420 kW).… Continue reading Porsche Adds the Taycan 4S to the Electric Family

AAA Study Shows Pedestrian Detection Systems Unreliable

The auto emergency braking systems proved to be completely ineffective at night, when 75% of pedestrian fatalities occur…

Holley Releases 2019 Intergalactic Ford Festival Results

Last month, Holley hosted the inaugural Intergalactic Ford Festival at Beech Bend Raceway, and recently released the results, including the Grand Champions of each class. The Grand Champions were: Grand Champion Modern Class Winner: Michael Gallagher | 2016 Ford Focus Grand Champion Vintage Class Winner: John McKissack | 1966 Ford Fairlane Grand Champion Truck Class Winner: Ryan… Continue reading Holley Releases 2019 Intergalactic Ford Festival Results

SEMA Industry Awards Banquet to Feature Blue Man Group

The Blue Man Group is making its way to the 2019 SEMA Show as part of the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. The annual event, which follows three full days of activity at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will take place Thursday, Nov. 7, at the nearby Westgate Hotel. As winners of the SEMA Person of… Continue reading SEMA Industry Awards Banquet to Feature Blue Man Group

Bondurant High Performance Driving School Names Chief Executive Officer/General Manager

Bondurant High Performance Driving School has announced that Franki Buckman has joined the company as its chief executive officer and general manager. In this role, Buckman assumes responsibility for all operations of the school including strategic and day-to-day oversight, the guest experience and team management. Bruce Belser, one of the investors who purchased the school… Continue reading Bondurant High Performance Driving School Names Chief Executive Officer/General Manager

Atlantic British Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Overland Expo East

Atlantic British, an independent retailer of Land Rover parts and accessories, marked its 50th anniversary and its most successful year to date with an expanded line of overlanding products at the Overland Expo East 2019 in Arrington, Virginia. In addition to celebrating its long-time connection to the Land Rover enthusiast community, the company showcased products… Continue reading Atlantic British Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Overland Expo East

AAM Group Adds Speedmaster To Vendor Line Card

The AAM Group has added Speedmaster to its Parts Pro line card. Founded in 1979 as Pete’s Performance, Speedmaster today develops and manufactures most of its high-performance engine parts in its own workshops. The company’s distinctive DNA design philosophy, focus on patented technologies and rigorous “Track-Proven” testing methods drive its reputation as a respected performance innovator,… Continue reading AAM Group Adds Speedmaster To Vendor Line Card

Dyson Cancels EV Project

The British inventor says the project was not commercially viable…