PPG Appoints New VP of Automotive Coatings

PPG has appointed Alisha Bellezza as vice president of automotive coatings, effective July 17, the company announced. Bellezza, who will report to Kevin Braun, PPG senior vice president of the industrial coatings segment, succeeds Vincent Robin, who has announced his intent to retire. Bellezza will support PPG’s continued focus on improving sustainability for automotive customers… Continue reading PPG Appoints New VP of Automotive Coatings

LLumar Extends Hendrick Motorsports Sponsorship

Eastman Performance Films, under its LLumar brand of window film and paint protection film, has extended its sponsorship of Hendrick Motorsports, 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion Chase Elliott and the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 team for three additional seasons, the company said. The sponsorship will run through 2026. LLumar will be a primary sponsor… Continue reading LLumar Extends Hendrick Motorsports Sponsorship

LSI Founder & CEO to Retire

Lubrication Specialties (LSI) founder and CEO Chris Gabrelcik is retiring, effective June 30, the company announced. Gabrelcik will continue to own and oversee the management of Microwave Renewable Technologies (MRT) in Mount Gilead, Ohio, the company said. Gabrelcik began Lubrication Specialties in 1997 with a focus on providing lubrication services to top industrial and commercial… Continue reading LSI Founder & CEO to Retire

Gentex Names Recipients of New Scholarship for Women in STEM

The Gentex Foundation has selected the first recipients of the Amanda Clark Scholarship, a new program announced in October of last year, to support female high school seniors pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), Gentex announced. The scholarship committee selected two winners this year: Madelyn Rynsburger and Paige Lampen. Both students… Continue reading Gentex Names Recipients of New Scholarship for Women in STEM

Lime Rock Park Previews 2023 Historic Festival

More than 250 vintage racing cars, from a 1927 Bugatti Grand Prix racer to a 1975 Kremer Porsche 935 IMSA GT car, will compete during the 41st Historic Festival at Lime Rock Park over Labor Day weekend, scheduled (Aug. 31- Sept. 4), track officials announced. MG will be the featured race group, celebrating the centennial… Continue reading Lime Rock Park Previews 2023 Historic Festival

Warn Industries Celebrating 75th Anniversary in 2023

Warn Industries is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2023 and will mark the occasion with commemorative items and products, employee celebrations, social media giveaways, and more, the company announced. Warn will be celebrating the anniversary for the rest of 2023, with activities including an upcoming video to showcase the innovations, heritage, and imagery of the… Continue reading Warn Industries Celebrating 75th Anniversary in 2023

Energy Suspension Announces Passing of Founder & CEO

Don Bunker, founder, president and CEO of Energy Suspension, has passed away, the company announced. The company provided the following obituary: Energy Suspension is saddened to announce the passing of Don Bunker, the esteemed founder, president and CEO of the company. Don was a true visionary and trailblazer in the automotive aftermarket industry, leaving an… Continue reading Energy Suspension Announces Passing of Founder & CEO

SEMA to Host Webinar on Chassis Dyno Testing an EV

An upcoming webinar from SEMA will cover chassis dyno testing electric vehicles, the organization announced. Scheduled for July 13, the webinar will feature Michael Caldwell, the sales manager at Mustang Advanced Engineering, who will discuss the following subjects: The difference between dyno testing an EV and an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle. How to prepare… Continue reading SEMA to Host Webinar on Chassis Dyno Testing an EV

Grandwest Adds Sawtooth Tonneau to Lineup

Grandwest Enterprises, a Canadian distributor of automotive and truck accessories, has added the Sawtooth Expandable Tonneau to its range of available accessories, the companies announced. “We are excited to add the Sawtooth Expandable Roll-up Tonneau Cover to our lineup,” said Richard Thiessen, a spokesperson for Grandwest Enterprises. “This innovative cover stands apart from all the… Continue reading Grandwest Adds Sawtooth Tonneau to Lineup

Survey: More Americans Questioning Car Ownership

More Americans are wondering if car ownership is necessary, according to a new survey released by Zipcar, a car-sharing network, and conducted by Wakefield Research. According to the survey, monthly car payments near record numbers, interest rates at the highest level in nearly 15 years, and the financial burdens of gas, insurance, parking, and maintenance… Continue reading Survey: More Americans Questioning Car Ownership

Goodguys Previews Heartland Nationals

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association is expecting over 5,000 hot rods, muscle cars, customs and classic trucks at the Iowa State Fairgrounds for the Goodguys Rod & Custom 32nd Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals presented by BASF, the organization announced. Scheduled for June 30 – July 2, the event will welcome all 1998 and older muscle… Continue reading Goodguys Previews Heartland Nationals

Tire Safety Tips for National Tire Safety Week

Discount Tire offered up some tire safety tips to pass along to customers during National Tire Safety Week, which runs from June 26 to July 3, the company announced. Each year more than 40 million people travel for Independence Day weekend, and this year’s travel numbers are expected to set a record high. The U.S.… Continue reading Tire Safety Tips for National Tire Safety Week

BorgWarner Acquires Electric Hybrid Systems Business

BorgWarner has entered into an agreement to acquire Eldor Corporation’s electric hybrid systems segment for $83 million, the companies announced. Headquartered in Italy, Eldor’s EHS segment includes on-board chargers (OBCs), DC/DC converters, and integrated high voltage boxes, the company said. The acquisition is expected to enhance BorgWarner’s capabilities in engineering 400V and 800V on-board chargers… Continue reading BorgWarner Acquires Electric Hybrid Systems Business

The Wheel Group Names Jill Hepp Marketing Manager

The Wheel Group (TWG), a manufacturer and distributor of automotive wheels, tires, offroad and overland parts and vehicle accessories, has appointed Jill Hepp as its new marketing manager, the company announced. In her new role, Hepp will further develop TWG’s position in the automotive aftermarket and lead its growth across its multiple brands, the company… Continue reading The Wheel Group Names Jill Hepp Marketing Manager

Pit+Paddock to Host F1 Viewing Experience at Las Vegas Grand Prix

Pit+Paddock is hosting a viewing experience at the Polesitters Club during the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix later this year, the automotive creative agency announced. “Formula One’s Las Vegas GP is the event of 2023, and we plan on hosting and making available the best F1 event space to our industry. The Polesitters Club… Continue reading Pit+Paddock to Host F1 Viewing Experience at Las Vegas Grand Prix