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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.

Mast Motorsports, ENDYN Complete Merger

Mast Motorsports has completed a merger with Ft. Worth-based cylinder head and induction specialist ENDYN (Energy Dynamics), broadening its portfolio of engine components and services. The two companies previously worked together to co-develop ENDYN’s all-new Honda cylinder heads. As part of the merger, ENDYN will relocate its current Ft. Worth facility to Mast Motorsports’ all-new… Continue reading Mast Motorsports, ENDYN Complete Merger

3M Collaborates with Wrapmate to Provide Print-Ready Customers to Graphic Professionals

3M has announced a partnership with Wrapmate to help businesses improve their brand’s visibility through high quality vehicle graphics and ultimately help graphic professionals find more customers. Wrapmate is an online platform where business owners can obtain a wrap design by using their business’s website address. Wrapmate uses the URL to scan the website for… Continue reading 3M Collaborates with Wrapmate to Provide Print-Ready Customers to Graphic Professionals

P-51-Inspired Mustang GT Sells at Auction

A Ford Mustang GT inspired by the P-51 Mustang fighter plane recently sold at auction for $400,000. The Mustang, which pays tribute to U.S. Army Air Force Colonel Bud “Old Crow” Anderson, was created for the 2019 Experimental Aircraft Association’s AirVenture show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The car features a Roush Performance TVS R2650 supercharger and… Continue reading P-51-Inspired Mustang GT Sells at Auction

Mazda, Pirelli Set Record for Most Hairpin Turns in 12 Hours

With a team of four drivers behind the wheel, Mazda and Pirelli have set a world record for the highest number of hairpin turns in 12 hours of driving. The companies set the record with a first-generation Mazda MX-5, outifitted in Pirelli tires, on its 30th anniversary. The four drivers, Cyndie Allemann, Stefan Novitzki, Jan… Continue reading Mazda, Pirelli Set Record for Most Hairpin Turns in 12 Hours

Foreign Affairs Motorsport Partners with RaceChip

Foreign Affairs Motorsport is now an authorized dealer and installation specialist for RaceChip products. RaceChip is a German ECU tuner specializing in engine management software upgrades and currently offer three ECU upgrade options: the S, RS and GTS. The S option has five fine tuning mappings that are capable of increasing both hp and torque… Continue reading Foreign Affairs Motorsport Partners with RaceChip

Pirelli Debuts 18-Inch Tires for Formula 1 and Formula 2

Pirelli debuted their new 18-inch racing tires over the weekend in Monza, Italy, which will be implemented in Formula 2 next year, followed by Formula 1, which currently uses 13-inch tires, in 2021. Former F1 driver Jean Alesi demonstrated the new tires with a lap around the track in a Formula 2 car. They will… Continue reading Pirelli Debuts 18-Inch Tires for Formula 1 and Formula 2

Jason Wenig Selected as America’s Car Museum’s 2019 Master Craftsman

America’s Automotive Trust (AAT) has announced that Jason Wenig will be recognized as a master craftsman for his contributions to preserving America’s automotive heritage. The formal recognition will took place Sept. 7 at America’s Car Museum (ACM) in Tacoma, Washington as part of the Trust’s annual Wheels & Heels Gala. The Master Craftsman designation is… Continue reading Jason Wenig Selected as America’s Car Museum’s 2019 Master Craftsman