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AAPEX Updates Mobile App for 2023 Show

The free AAPEX 2023 Mobile App is now available, event organizers announced. The app features tools to help attendees plan and maximize their show experience, organizers said, including interactive floor plans, a searchable exhibitor list and a My Show Planner for customized schedules. Attendees who still have last year’s AAPEX app will receive an automatic… Continue reading AAPEX Updates Mobile App for 2023 Show

Timbren Promotes Hodgson to EVP

Timbren Industries has promoted Andrew Hodgson from director of sales and marketing to executive vice president, the company announced. “Andrew has been an integral member of the team and has been a champion of much of the growth Timbren has experienced since he began. We are confident that Andrew will continue to bring a high… Continue reading Timbren Promotes Hodgson to EVP

SEMA Forms DEI Steering Committee

The SEMA Board is forming a new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Steering Committee to prepare a DEI plan for the Association, the organization announced. SEMA Vice President of People and Culture Jaelyn Young will chair the committee, which will be comprised of representation from SEMA’s membership, the Board of Directors and SEMA staff and include… Continue reading SEMA Forms DEI Steering Committee

NASCAR Reveals 2024 Hall of Fame Nominees

NASCAR has unveiled the ballot for the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024, adding three new names to form the list of 15 total nominees. Jimmie Johnson, the seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, and his crew chief, Chad Knaus, who directed those seven championships, have both joined the Modern Era ballot, according to NASCAR, while… Continue reading NASCAR Reveals 2024 Hall of Fame Nominees

SuperSprings Announces Leadership Changes

Effective Aug. 1, Adam Weisner will be stepping away from his role as president of SuperSprings International to lead a faith-based company within the financial sector as CEO, the company announced. SuperSprings Director of Marketing Tom Bateman will also be leaving the company to join Weisner at the new company. “When I joined SuperSprings International… Continue reading SuperSprings Announces Leadership Changes

Arlon Graphics Restructures Executive Team

Arlon Graphics has promoted three executives to newly created positions within the company’s leadership, the company announced. The following individuals have been appointed to these new executive positions effective immediately, reporting to Arlon President and CEO, Andrew McNeill: Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) – Chad Russell: As CCO, Russell will spearhead the strategic direction of the… Continue reading Arlon Graphics Restructures Executive Team

Women in Motorsports North America Partners With Lime Rock Park

Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA), a non-profit organization dedicated to enabling opportunities for women across all motorsport disciplines, and Lime Rock Park have formed a new partnership that will make Lime Rock Park an ‘Official WIMNA Regional Hub,’ the organization announced. The partnership calls for the development and execution of events, activities, promotions, and… Continue reading Women in Motorsports North America Partners With Lime Rock Park

Indy Autonomous Challenge to Exhibit at Goodwood

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will participate in the Goodwood Festival of Speed (FOS) as an exhibitor, with plans to return next year as a hillclimb participant, the autonomous racing competition announced. The IAC will be exhibiting as part of Future Lab, an invite-only curated exhibit focused on the future of technology. The IAC will… Continue reading Indy Autonomous Challenge to Exhibit at Goodwood

LSI Legal Director to Speak at Auto IP & Legal USA Summit

Lubrication Specialties Director of Legal and EHS, Richard Benson, is slated to share his legal and Intellectual Property (IP) expertise at this year’s Auto IP & Legal USA Summit, the company announced. The Auto IP & Legal USA Summit, scheduled for Sept. 27-28 at the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit Michigan, is a conference for… Continue reading LSI Legal Director to Speak at Auto IP & Legal USA Summit

Kahn Media Adds 3 New Clients to Roster

Kahn Media recently added Maserati North America, King of the Hammers and private motorsports club Circuit Florida to its client roster, the marketing agency announced. Founded in Bologna, Italy, in 1914, Maserati is transitioning to manufacturing fully electric vehicles after 100 years of utilizing gasoline-powered engines. Kahn Media will collaborate with Maserati North America to… Continue reading Kahn Media Adds 3 New Clients to Roster

IMS Museum Announces Plans for $89M Renovation

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is launching a capital campaign to fund an $89 million renovation, the museum announced. In addition to revamped displays and exhibitions, the project will also include a new car and equipment restoration facility. When completed, the re-imagined museum will offer several new experiences, including seven permanent and three rotating galleries,… Continue reading IMS Museum Announces Plans for $89M Renovation

Meyer Distributing Announces Corvette Giveaway

Meyer Distributing has launched a giveaway that will award the winner with a 2023 Corvette Stingray, the distributor announced. Qualifying customers will be placed in a random draw, and one winner will be announced at our 2024 Meyer RV Mega Show in French Lick, Indiana, the company said. Running from July 1 to Dec. 31,… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Announces Corvette Giveaway

Injen Technology Opens New Headquarters

Injen Technology, a manufacturer of intake, exhaust, and filtration products, has opened a new manufacturing and warehouse facility in Montclair, California, the company announced. The new facility will now serve as the company’s primary headquarters and distribution center. The facility is equipped with the latest technology in filter manufacturing and distribution equipment, and currently warehouses… Continue reading Injen Technology Opens New Headquarters