Photo Gallery: The D Lot at the Detroit Autorama

It may have only been a couple of weeks ago, but the Detroit Autorama certainly seems like a world away now. Nonetheless, The D Lot presented by AMSOIL was a success for Make-A-Wish of Michigan. The 20’ by 20’ product showcase stage and newly added display featured various products, all serving as prizes for a… Continue reading Photo Gallery: The D Lot at the Detroit Autorama

Petersen Museum Offering Educational Livestreams

For students looking for supplemental learning activities during school closures, the Petersen Automotive Museum is offering free educational live streams and downloadable activities. The daily presentations have consisted of a lecture and a hands-on activity. In addition to live stream programming, the museum will offer downloadable worksheets, projects and coloring sheets. Although lessons are open… Continue reading Petersen Museum Offering Educational Livestreams

Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders Hosting Tech Conference

Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders is set to host an AERA Tech & Skills Conference at its Winona location on August 11, 2020. According to Dave Monyhan, Goodson sales manager, “2020 is Goodson’s 75th Anniversary and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate and give back to the automotive industry than… Continue reading Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders Hosting Tech Conference

NASCAR, IMSA Hosting Online Races

Two major American racing series are taking the action online amidst lengthy delays to the season after concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 virus forced races to be cancelled. NASCAR and iRacing, an online racing simulator, announced the formation of eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series, an exhibition series featuring current and past drivers from… Continue reading NASCAR, IMSA Hosting Online Races

12 Tips for Business Owners Impacted by a Pandemic

COVID-19 has brought business almost to a halt, and we are still in shock about how quickly life has changed. Rather than watching the news all day, we can take the opportunity to use the time to catch up with some chores that may have fallen behind. Here is a brief list of things we… Continue reading 12 Tips for Business Owners Impacted by a Pandemic

Keystone Cancels BIG Show

Keystone Automotive has cancelled its annual BIG Show due to escalating concerns about the spread of COVID-19, the parts distributor has announced. The show was scheduled to be held March 27-28 in Grapevine, Texas. “Our priority as an organization is the health and safety of our customers, suppliers, and employees so it has been determined… Continue reading Keystone Cancels BIG Show

Jagged X National Desert Cup Postponed

Off-road racing organization Best In The Desert is postponing the Jagged X National Desert Cup Presented by Quantum Motorsports to a future date, the series announced, due to concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19. The sanctioning body was advised by the Bureau of Land Management that there was some doubt as to whether or not… Continue reading Jagged X National Desert Cup Postponed

MAHLE Unveils New Customer Portal

MAHLE has unveiled its new CustomerCare Portal, the company announced. The portal gives customers access to the e-shop, where users can find out about products, place orders, view order status and history and download invoices and bills of delivery. “The challenges our customers face on a daily basis require digital means of communication. Information has… Continue reading MAHLE Unveils New Customer Portal

Tony Stewart Sprint Car Game Hits Shelves

Former developer of the NASCAR Heat series of video games Monster Games recently partnered with Tony Stewart and All Star Enterprises to bring sprint car racing to the PlayStation4 and Xbox One. Tony Stewart’s Sprint Car Racing became available for digital download last month. The game features Stewart, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and… Continue reading Tony Stewart Sprint Car Game Hits Shelves

Wood Brothers Racing Raising Money to Send Tablets to Nursing Homes

Famed NASCAR Cup Series team Wood Brothers Racing is currently accepting donations to send tablets to two local nursing homes in the team’s native Virginia. According to posts on the Wood Brothers social media accounts, the nursing homes and assisted living facilities are on visitor lockdowns. In attempt to enable residents of the facilities to… Continue reading Wood Brothers Racing Raising Money to Send Tablets to Nursing Homes

OEMS to Enhance COVID-19 Protections for Workers

The United Auto Workers (UAW), General Motors Co., Ford Motor Company and Fiat Chrysler (FCA) announced that the companies are forming a COVID-19/Coronavirus Task Force to implement enhanced protections for manufacturing and warehouse employees at all three companies. UAW President Rory Gamble, GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra, Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford and President… Continue reading OEMS to Enhance COVID-19 Protections for Workers

Buffalo Motorama Cancelled

Due to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s ban on gatherings of 50 people or more, the Buffalo Motorama, scheduled for April 9-11, has been cancelled. Event organizers issued a release on Monday announcing the cancellation. Refund information is forthcoming, and organizers have been in contact and will continue to reach out to vendors, participants and… Continue reading Buffalo Motorama Cancelled

Circuit of the Americas Confirms Layoffs

The Circuit of the Americas (COTA), located in Austin, Texas, has laid off approximately half of its staff, a track spokesperson confirmed to KVUE. The track will also be closing its gates indefinitely, with the April IndyCar event cancelled and the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Americas postponed until Nov. 15. The track also regularly… Continue reading Circuit of the Americas Confirms Layoffs

Exide Sponsoring Intact GP Racing Team for 2020 Season

Battery manufacturer Exide Technologies has renewed its partnership as a premium sponsor of the Intact GP racing team for the 2020 Moto2 season, the company has announced. For the 2020 season, the Intact GP team includes Tom Lüthi, the Swiss rider who ended 2019 with four podiums in the final four races to finish third… Continue reading Exide Sponsoring Intact GP Racing Team for 2020 Season

Automotive Performance Group Reveals Ford Ranger Conversion Package

Automotive Performance Group, an automotive aftermarket builder and manufacturer based in Orange County, California, has introduced its PRORUNNER Series 1 conversion package off-road upgrade for the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger 2WD or 4WD platform. The APG PRORUNNER Series 1 package includes a hand-laid and vacuum infused carbon fiber widebody, adjustable long travel suspension for high performance… Continue reading Automotive Performance Group Reveals Ford Ranger Conversion Package