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

Lime Rock Park to Host MiataCon

Lime Rock Park will introduce a new event to its calendar that will celebrate all things Mazda MX-5 Miata, the racetrack announced. Slated for Oct. 27-28, Lime Rock Park will host MiataCon, a grassroots race weekend honoring the Mazda Miata. The weekend will feature three different Miata race groups: Spec/Global MX-5, Spec Miata, and an… Continue reading Lime Rock Park to Host MiataCon

UTI Adds New Programming at 4 Campuses

Universal Technical Institute has launched new welding, airframe and powerplant, HVACR, wind power and industrial maintenance programs at four of its UTI division campuses in July, the technical school announced. UTI is also admitting new students in nine more programs at five additional campuses. The remaining programs are planned to begin classes in August and… Continue reading UTI Adds New Programming at 4 Campuses

LKQ Completes Uni-Select Acquisition

LKQ Corporation has completed its previously announced acquisition of Uni-Select, the companies announced. With over 5,200 employees in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K., Uni-Select is a distributor of automotive refinish and industrial coatings and related products in North America. Uni-Select is headquartered in Boucherville, Québec, Canada. In Canada, Uni-Select supports over 16,000 automotive repair… Continue reading LKQ Completes Uni-Select Acquisition

Worksport Starts Production at New Facility

Worksport has started production in its new West Seneca, New York, facility, a week ahead of its scheduled launch, the company announced. “It’s a proud moment for us. Not only are we beginning ahead of schedule, but our state-of-the-art $4million custom manufacturing line is ready to roll, backed by a team of experts. Our readiness… Continue reading Worksport Starts Production at New Facility

New Petersen Exhibit to Highlight Corvette Racing History

The Petersen Automotive Museum is opening a new exhibit focused on the racing history of the Corvette, the museum announced. The “Corvettes in Competition: Racing America’s Sports Car” exhibit, which will open on Sat., Aug. 5 in the Charles Nearburg Family Gallery, will include a variety of iconic Corvette race cars and revisit the history… Continue reading New Petersen Exhibit to Highlight Corvette Racing History

AirSept Forms Distribution Partnership With Transtar Industries

AirSept has entered into a new distribution partnership with Transtar Industries, the companies announced. Transtar, founded in 1975, is a supplier of transmission and driveline parts, and recently launched a line of air conditioning parts for auto, light duty, and medium duty applications. AirSept offers a line of products for the mobile and stationary HVAC… Continue reading AirSept Forms Distribution Partnership With Transtar Industries

Turn 14 Distribution Adds TRADESMAN to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its selection of truck accessories through the addition of TRADESMAN to its line card, the company announced. “TRADESMAN’s renowned reputation as a premier manufacturer of truck toolboxes & tanks has made them a favorite across all industries. Turn 14 Distribution is eager to grow its partnership with TRADESMAN and offer… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds TRADESMAN to Line Card

Webinar to Highlight Commonly Missed Tax Opportunities

The National Federation for Independent Business (NFIB) is hosting a webinar that will highlight commonly missed tax opportunities for small businesses, the organization announced. Scheduled for Wed., Aug. 2 at 12 p.m. ET and hosted by tax attorneys Rebecca Sheppard and Jessica Ledingham, the webinar will cover eligibility for the Qualified Rehabilitation Expenditure (QRE), the… Continue reading Webinar to Highlight Commonly Missed Tax Opportunities

Pit+Paddock Named Official Marketing Agency of MOTON, AST Suspension

Pit+Paddock has been named the official marketing agency for performance suspension manufacturers AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technology, the company announced. By officially establishing a working relationship with Pit+Paddock, AST Suspension and MOTON Suspension Technology aim to widen their marketing potential, both in scope and reach, the companies said, and enhance their growth within the… Continue reading Pit+Paddock Named Official Marketing Agency of MOTON, AST Suspension

1960 Willys Wagon Sale Nets 6 Scholarships for Piston Foundation

The Piston Foundation, a nonprofit with the aim of introducing young people to the trades of the collector car industry, earned $31,500 in a recent charity auction for its Cars for Piston Scholars campaign with Bring a Trailer, the foundation announced. The auction of the 1960 Willys Wagon raised $31,500, good for six scholarships, the… Continue reading 1960 Willys Wagon Sale Nets 6 Scholarships for Piston Foundation

Upcoming Webinar to Cover EV Conversion Safety

An upcoming webinar from SEMA will cover the process of converting a gas-powered car to electric propulsion, the organization announced. Scheduled for Aug. 9 at 11 a.m. PT, the webinar will be hosted by Adam Roe, founder, CEO and product architect of Zero Labs Automotive. During the virtual event, Roe will teach the components associated… Continue reading Upcoming Webinar to Cover EV Conversion Safety

Meyer Distributing Adds Vector Performance to Line Card

Meyer Distributing has added the Vector Pro and Elite DOT lines by Vector Performance to its line card, the company announced. Vector Performance is a division of ECI Fuel Systems, and offers RV refueling systems for toy haulers and generator fuel tanks. The company recently launched the all-new Vector Pro line of fuel transfer tanks,… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Vector Performance to Line Card