Yokohama Tire Corp. opened its new tire research and development facility in Cornelius, North Carolina…
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Autoshop Solutions CEO to Speak at AASA Technology Conference
Autoshop Solutions CEO Danny Sanchez will present a class Oct. 3 at the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Technology Conference…
Bertellotti to Lead Directed’s Ignition Interlock Business
Directed has hired Jason Bertellotti as senior vice president and general manager of its Ignition Interlock Device (IID) business…
Progress Manufacturing Adopts New Brand Protection Policies
Progress Manufacturing is set to launch its new Brand Protection Program, which includes a Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) and Authorized Reseller policies…
Covercraft Hopes to Hook Outdoors Audience Online
Covercraft Industries has entered into an agreement with Jim Crowley, host of the Hook and Hunt TV online video series…
Live Slingshot Builds to Keep West Coast Customs’ Booth Busy
The West Coast Customs staff will build three custom Polaris Slingshots during the Oct. 30-Nov. 2 SEMA Show in Las Vegas…
Large Slate of Celebrities to Appear at ACC Performance Products Plus’ Booth
ACC Performance Products Plus will have a busy booth (No. 23318) at SEMA this year…
Motovicity Distribution to Open ‘Club Moto’ for Training, Events
Motovicity Distribution has acquired a garage at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. The garage at M1 Concourse is an opportunity for the distributor to explore new ways to develop product & brand training, hold industry and media track days, launch new lines and items, install & test products, host OEM/aftermarket industry mixers, STEM Program… Continue reading Motovicity Distribution to Open ‘Club Moto’ for Training, Events
Dart Machinery Joins as Title Sponsor of Lights Out 10 & 11
Dart Machinery has joined forces with Duck X Productions as the title sponsor of Lights Out 10 & 11…
Yokohama Now the Official Tire of Nitro Rallycross
Yokohama’s ADVAN A054 was the official tire for Nitro Rallycross (NRX), a new event at the Nitro World Games…
NAFTA Updated with Changes That May Shift Auto Parts Jobs to North America; Steel Tariffs Remain
The U.S. and Canada came to agreement Sunday night on revisions to The North American Free Trade Agreement that could protect the U.S. auto industry from job-killing tariffs for building vehicles in Mexico and Canada…
Japan Avoids U.S. Auto Tariffs for Now
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and President Donald Trump agreed to begin trade negotiations last week…
HEXIS Group Enters Deal with Formula One Team
The HEXIS Group and Renault Sport Formula One Team have signed a technical partnership for the supply of self-adhesive vinyl material to support the French racing team…
Avery Dennison Portfolio Adds Gloss Pastel Colors
Avery Dennison is aiming for a ‘retro’ look with its new soft pastel tones included with its Supreme Wrapping Film portfolio…
JE Pistons Appoints Verkooij as General Manager
JE Pistons has hired Cindy Verkooij as the brand’s new general manager…