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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Medrano Wins 2018 ColorBond CLeo Award
ColorBond Paint has named Carlos Medrano as the winner of the 2018 ColorBond CLeo Award…
Sentinel Capital Partners Acquires Holley Performance Products
The same private equity that owns Driven Performance Brands has acquired Holley Performance Products from Lincolnshire Management Inc…
A New Way Syracuse Nationals Gets Shops Involved
The same private equity that owns Driven Performance Brands has acquired Holley Performance Products from Lincolnshire Management Inc…
Q&A: Weaver Customs’ Unique Marketing Approach
Randy Weaver owns Salt Lake City-based Weaver Customs with his wife Sydney. The Weavers offer a range of custom services for customers but also produce one special project per year to promote their shop. On Day 3 of the SEMA Show, Randy joined THE SHOP magazine staffer Anthony Bowe for a conversation about his business… Continue reading Q&A: Weaver Customs’ Unique Marketing Approach
MetroWrapz Wins ‘King of the Wrap World’ Crown
MetroWrapz of Hollywood, Florida, received the King of the Wrap World crown for its Mission Flyer 2.0 vehicle wrap. See it in the above video. The annual Avery Dennison contest featured entries from around the world and the MetroWrapz entry beat out the other three Continent winners that included Funkeefish of Tendring, Great Britain; WrapStyle Korea of Gimpo-si, Kyeonggi-do, Korea; and Fingerprint Signs of… Continue reading MetroWrapz Wins ‘King of the Wrap World’ Crown
Industry to NHTSA: Quit Stalling Replica Vehicle Production
SEMA is prepared to challenge the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in court if the agency fails to take immediate action to implement the low-volume replica car law…
SEMA Battle of the Builders Whittled Down to 12 Finalists
The Top 12 finalists in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition have been revealed…
Keystone’s New B2B Mobile App Gives Access to Data, Tools and Sales Resources
Keystone Automotive Operations has launched a new mobile app that puts the power of its e-Keystone business-to-business system into any device, and makes it mobile…
SEMA Names Top 40 Finalists for Battle of the Builders
SEMA on Tuesday announced the top 40 builders in the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition. The 2018 Battle of the Builders Top 40 are (by category): HOT ROD Dale Boesch – 1936 Ford Roadster Phil & Jeremy Gerber – 1970 Chevy Camaro Kyle Tucker – 1969 Chevy Camaro Steve Legens – 1936 Pontiac Silver… Continue reading SEMA Names Top 40 Finalists for Battle of the Builders
King Engine Bearings Relocates North American Headquarters
King Engine Bearings has relocated of its North American headquarters to a new and larger office building & warehouse in Okner Parkway Livingston, New Jersey…
Eastman Performance Films Continues to Invest for Growth
Eastman Performance Films has opened new installation training centers in Houston and Shanghai, China…
MOMO Partners With Hot Wheels for Limited Edition Steering Wheel
MOMO will offer a special steering wheel celebrating Hot Wheels’ 50th anniversary. The steering wheel is designed as an exclusive collaboration between MOMO and Hot Wheels for use on Hot Wheels life-size fleet of vehicles. The new steering wheel is based on the classic MOMO Prototipo design, the MOMO X Hot Wheels steering wheel is… Continue reading MOMO Partners With Hot Wheels for Limited Edition Steering Wheel
Truck Accessories Group to Acquire BEDSLIDE
Truck Accessories Group (TAG) has entered into a letter of intent to acquire BEDSLIDE. The transaction is expected to close on Nov. 29. The planned acquisition strengthens TAG’s leadership position in the truck-accessory category and represents the first of many planned changes in the company’s new strategic direction, according to TAG. “The addition of BEDSLIDE products… Continue reading Truck Accessories Group to Acquire BEDSLIDE
Tariffs Influence Upcoming KICKER Price Hikes
KICKER Performance Audio is set to raise prices for some of its products, starting in January. On Monday, the company released the following statement: “As a result of federal tariffs imposed months ago, and in line with previous statements from company administration, Stillwater Designs will ultimately be forced to make some pricing adjustments on its… Continue reading Tariffs Influence Upcoming KICKER Price Hikes