XPEL, Rivian Expand Collaboration With New PPF & Window Film Program

XPEL Inc. and Rivian are expanding their collaboration with a new paint protection film (PPF) and window tint customization program. (Photos courtesy XPEL Inc.)

Rivian owners can now order XPEL protection options directly from the EV maker’s website…

I-CAR Wins SEMA Collision Repair & Refinish Product Awards

Dara Goroff, I-CAR VP Planning & GM Talent Programming, center, accepted the SEMA New Product Award during a ceremony Nov. 5 at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. (Photos courtesy I-CAR)

The training company’s I-CAR Academy wins category & its RTS App earns a runner-up position…

Driven Distribution Group Appoints Matt Johnson as CEO

Accomplished corporate officer to lead HCI’s new automotive aftermarket distribution platform…

Velocity Unveils New Line of Production Classic Chevy Trucks

Restomod creator Velocity unveils its latest creation—a modernized production 1967-72 Chevrolet K10 pickup. (Photos courtesy Velocity)

The four-wheel drive 1967-72 K10 pickups use a Roadster Shop chassis…

AACF Offers Chance to Win a Classic 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

AACF presents its first Annual Classic Car Sweepstakes with a chance to win a fully restored 1965 Ford Mustang convertible. (Photo courtesy AACF)

The sweepstakes will raise money for industry members in need…

Tmat Wins SEMA Best New Van/ Pickup/Sport-Utility Product Award

The Tmat cargo management system took home a runner-up award in the Best New Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Product 2025 category at the 2024 SEMA Show. (Photos courtesy Tmat)

Versatile cargo management system offers protection & slide-out access….

David Speicher Joins SEMA as Chief Technology Officer

New position will lead technology strategy development…

Ampure Named Official EV Charging Partner of the 2024 LA Auto Show

The company is sponsoring the Electric Avenue Powered by Ampure…

Merchants Fleet Names Blair Hendrix to Board of Directors

Appointment will help lead company’s strategic growth initiatives…

Hot Wheels Crowns 2024 Global Legends Tour Winner

A home-built race car from Chile nicknamed “La Liebre” was named the Hot Wheels 2024 Global Legends Tour Winner. (Photos courtesy Business Wire)

Chilean home-built race car will soon be reimagined as a die-cast available worldwide…

Yokohama Tire Continues Partnership With Tread Lightly!

Yokohama Tire volunteers at a recent Tread Lightly! project. (Photo courtesy Yokohama Tire)

Organizations share dedication to promoting responsible outdoor recreation…

SEMA Reveals Inaugural Under-35 Visionary 8 Honorees

SEMA recognized selections to its under-35 Visionary 8 honor program at the 2024 SEMA Show. (Photo courtesy SEMA)

Recognition highlights rising stars making a positive impact within the specialty automotive industry…

Warn Winch Named SEMA Top Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product

The ZEON XD 14-S winch was named the top Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product at the 2024 SEMA Show. (Photo courtesy Warn Industries)

The ZEON XD 14-S features upgraded performance to pull harder & faster…

Doug Brown Re-Elected Automotive Lift Institute Chairman

Stet Schanze of Gray Manufacturing Company (St. Joseph, Missouri) was presented with a commemorative gavel in recognition of his 11 years on the ALI board, including three and a half years as chairman. From left, Doug Brown, ALI Chairman; Schanze; and R.W. “Bob” O’Gorman, ALI president. (Photo courtesy Automotive Lift Institute)

Stet Schanze steps down after 11 years on the ALI board of directors…

Formula DRIFT Signs Sponsorship Extension With GT Radial

GT Radial will sponsor Formula DRIFT through 2028 and continue to provide tires to every PROSPEC team through 2026. (Photo courtesy Formula DRIFT)

Tire maker will sponsor the series through 2028 & provide tires to PROSPEC teams through 2026…