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

Turn 14 Diversifies Product Assortment with Addition of FUELAB to Line Card

Performance automotive parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added FUELAB’s fuel delivery products to its distribution centers. “Turn 14 Distribution is pleased to bring the innovative products offered by FUELAB to our customers,” said Kyle Shelley, Turn 14 Distribution’s director of sales. “FUELAB products are a top choice of late-model domestic performance shops, and the… Continue reading Turn 14 Diversifies Product Assortment with Addition of FUELAB to Line Card

New SEMA Show Education STAGE to Feature Chip Foose, Myles Kovacs

New for this year, the SEMA Show Education STAGE will feature daily interviews live from the SEMA Show floor with industry professionals and personalities addressing topics such as wheel and tire trends, best business practices, marketing and sales. Produced by SEMA Show Education in partnership with SEMA’s Wheel & Tire Council (WTC), the STAGE will… Continue reading New SEMA Show Education STAGE to Feature Chip Foose, Myles Kovacs

Petersen Automotive Museum to Honor Jessi Combs with Special Exhibit

The Petersen Automotive Museum will open a temporary exhibit on Sept. 22, located in the William E. Connor Penthouse, honoring the life and accomplishments of Jessi Combs, also known as “The Fastest Woman on Four Wheels.” Jessi tragically passed on Aug. 27, 2019, while attempting to set a land speed record. Admission to the temporary… Continue reading Petersen Automotive Museum to Honor Jessi Combs with Special Exhibit

Bugatti Test Driver Reveals Record-Breaking Chiron Could Have Gone Faster

Bugatti test driver Andy Wallace recently set the record for the fastest production car at 304.77 mph in a modified Chiron, but has since revealed that the car, nor the tires, were the limiting factor in going even faster. In fact, the car, he says, was still accelerating when he had to put on the… Continue reading Bugatti Test Driver Reveals Record-Breaking Chiron Could Have Gone Faster

Motovicity Adds VP Racing Fuels Brand to Offerings

Motovicity Distribution, a performance-focused wholesale distributor, is adding VP Racing Fuels to its lineup beginning September 2019. “We couldn’t be more excited to be working with VP Fuels, as they are known throughout the industry as one of the top brands for all things racing fuel,” said Motovicity CEO, Brian Lounsberry. Motovicity is stocking a range of… Continue reading Motovicity Adds VP Racing Fuels Brand to Offerings

Fisker, ‘Game of Thrones’ Star to Team Up

Electric Vehicle manufacturer Fisker has announced that “Game of Thrones” star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is joining efforts with the company in a consulting role. Coster-Waldau, who serves as a United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador for climate change and larger social issues, will serve as a partner and sustainability advisor to company chairman and CEO,… Continue reading Fisker, ‘Game of Thrones’ Star to Team Up

Avery Dennison Crowns Regional ‘Wrap Like a King’ Challenge Winners

Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions today announced the 10 regional winners from its annual Wrap Like a King Challenge. Wrap installers from 53 countries across the world were invited to submit full-print or color-change wrap projects to be judged for the chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes. The projects were completed featuring options from… Continue reading Avery Dennison Crowns Regional ‘Wrap Like a King’ Challenge Winners

Detroit Speed Partners with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation

Detroit Speed has partnered with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation for the Motoring For A Cure contest. From September 17th to October 1st, visit www.jeffgordonchildrensfoundation.org/motoring, and enter to win a Premium Speed Enthusiast prize package valued at more than $2,300 in the Motoring For A Cure contest, which benefits the foundation. The package features prizes from… Continue reading Detroit Speed Partners with Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation