Jeremy Kahrs has been promoted to vice president of research and development at the Yokohama Development Center America (YDCA) facility in Cornelius, North Carolina, the Yokohama Tire Corporation announced. Kahrs, who was YDCA’s senior director of research and development, takes over all daily operations for YDCA, the company said. In his new role, Kahrs will… Continue reading Yokohama Development Center Promotes Kahrs to VP of R&D
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
SEMA Presents Annual Automotive Scholarships, Loan Forgiveness Awards
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has issued a total of $245,000 in scholarship and loan forgiveness awards through its SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund to help 104 individuals pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket industry. Winners include 87 students who received scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 and 17 employees of SEMA-member companies who received… Continue reading SEMA Presents Annual Automotive Scholarships, Loan Forgiveness Awards
Chevrolet, Fiat Top List of Most Affordable Trucks & SUVs to Insure
As the off-road, overlanding and personal light-duty truck markets show no signs of slowing, Mercury Insurance has generated a list of new pickups and SUVs that are the most affordable to insure. The Chevrolet Colorado and Fiat 500X lead the way, respectively. “The appeal of trucks and SUVs is that they can handle weekday work… Continue reading Chevrolet, Fiat Top List of Most Affordable Trucks & SUVs to Insure
Stellantis Introduces Private-Label Aftermarket Parts Line
Stellantis has introduced its new bproauto private label aftermarket parts brand. Featuring air filters, brake components, batteries and more, the bproauto parts portfolio is available for most makes and models, and was created to complement Mopar’s OE parts offerings. The new line is designed “to help combat the rapidly changing aftermarket and the long-term shift… Continue reading Stellantis Introduces Private-Label Aftermarket Parts Line
Garmin Signs Purchase Agreement to Acquire JL Audio
Electronics company Garmin Ltd. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire JL Audio, a privately held U.S. company that designs and manufactures audio solutions for automotive aftermarket, powersports, RV, marine and in-home applications. “JL Audio’s extensive audio experience will create new opportunities to provide premium audio features across a broad range of our markets… Continue reading Garmin Signs Purchase Agreement to Acquire JL Audio
Latest In-Car Gaming Experience Coming to Gamescom
The latest in-vehicle gaming partnership will be on full display at this year’s Gamescon event in Germany. Following last October’s partnership announcement with BMW Group, AirConsole plans to showcase its casual in-vehicle gaming system during a joint appearance at the videogame trade fair, set for Aug. 23-27 in Cologne. Show attendees are invited to the… Continue reading Latest In-Car Gaming Experience Coming to Gamescom
Gas, Hybrid Powertrain Options Available on 2024 Lexus RX
For 2024, Lexus looks to build on refinements introduced last year to create an even more versatile RX SUV. The new RX is offered in six grades: Standard, Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Handling and F SPORT Performance. A Cloudburst Gray exterior color is available on all grades, and Copper Crest is now available on… Continue reading Gas, Hybrid Powertrain Options Available on 2024 Lexus RX
Parella Motorsports Holdings Names New CMO
Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) has named Kim McCullough as its chief marketing officer, where she will oversee marketing and public relations for all PMH properties, race series and SpeedTour events, the organization announced. McCullough ran marketing operations for Mazda, Nissan, Toyota, and most recently was vice president, marketing for Jaguar Land Rover. In this role… Continue reading Parella Motorsports Holdings Names New CMO
Chrysler Concept Cars to Appear at Lime Rock Historic Festival
A group of Chrysler concept cars are slated to appear at Lime Rock Park during the track’s Historic Festival 41 over Labor Day Weekend, track officials announced. The event, which will also feature on-track competition including races from race groups that include MG, Sports 2000 and Formula Jr., will see 11 examples of Chrysler concept… Continue reading Chrysler Concept Cars to Appear at Lime Rock Historic Festival
Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team
Eleven Engineering, a producer of semiconductor products for 12-volt applications, has added hardware developer Mike Bujold to its research and development design team, the company announced. “The past year has seen unrivaled growth for Eleven Engineering, and so we are seeing a continuing need for top level additions to our R&D department,” said Rex Whitehead,… Continue reading Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team
EVgo, GM Open 1,000th DC Fast Charging Stall
EVgo and General Motors have recently opened the 1,000th fast charging stall as part of their longstanding collaboration to expand fast charging infrastructure, the companies announced. First announced in 2020 and expanded upon in 2021, the collaboration will lead to the development and installation of 3,250 DC fast charging stalls in major metro markets, the… Continue reading EVgo, GM Open 1,000th DC Fast Charging Stall
RM Sotheby’s, Motorsport Network Launch Online Vehicle Marketplace
RM Sotheby’s and Motorsport Network have launched a new online vehicle auction marketplace called Sotheby’s Motorsport, the companies announced. The platform will be focused on 21st century sports, exotic, and luxury vehicles priced between $100,000 – approximately $1,000,000. “The high-end segment of the automotive market, which accounts for $20 billion in annual sales in the… Continue reading RM Sotheby’s, Motorsport Network Launch Online Vehicle Marketplace
Forrest Lucas Transitions to Chairman of Lucas Oil
CEO and Co-Founder of Lucas Oil Products, Forrest Lucas, is transitioning away from CEO to Chairman of Lucas Oil, the company announced. In his new role, he will be stepping away from the day-to-day activities and move into an advisory role to help guide the strategic direction of the company, Lucas Oil said in a… Continue reading Forrest Lucas Transitions to Chairman of Lucas Oil
D&C Designs Opens Larger Facility
D&C Designs, a manufacturer of automotive lighting for Jeeps and light trucks, has expanded into a new, larger facility, the company announced. D&C Designs, owned by Chris and Danny Wehunt, exhibited at SEMA last year and showcased its Lucid VSL lights for Jeep JK, JL, and JT trucks. Their patented design solves many important safety… Continue reading D&C Designs Opens Larger Facility
EGR USA Announces Personnel Changes
EGR USA has promoted Kevin McDougall to senior product development engineer and has hired Justin MacLauchlan to be its director of marketing. MacLauchlan has 20 years’ experience in the automotive aftermarket and is an off-road enthusiast with a wealth of experience in building marketing strategies in the truck and race market, the company said. Prior… Continue reading EGR USA Announces Personnel Changes