The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) is providing support to families impacted by the recent Lahaina fires in Hawaii, the organization announced. The Lahaina fires in Hawaii have impacted not only properties but also the lives of several families in the automotive aftermarket industry, according to the AACF. In response, the organization is providing support… Continue reading AACF Responds to Hawaiian Fires
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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.
Toyota GR Corolla Returns as Pace Car for NASA National Championships
A Toyota GR Corolla will serve as the official pace car for the 2023 NASA National Championships, the manufacturer announced. A GR Corolla MORIZO Edition, wearing red, white, and black graphics reminiscent of Toyota motorsports and endurance racing liveries, will be leading the pack at the 2023 National Championships, Sept. 7-10, 2023, at Pittsburgh International… Continue reading Toyota GR Corolla Returns as Pace Car for NASA National Championships
Tint World Plans Carolinas Expansion
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers is planning the development of six additional locations in North and South Carolina, the company announced. Under the development agreement, Shawn McMaster, Jaysen McMaster Forman and Candi Krueger, who opened Tint World locations in Fayeteville and Greensboro, North Carolina, in 2023, will open three additional locations in North Carolina (Asheville,… Continue reading Tint World Plans Carolinas Expansion
Gold Eagle Brands to Back Non-Profit at Overland Expo Mountain West
Two Gold Eagle brands are joining together to promote Keep Our Desert Clean, an Arizona-based non-profit, at this year’s Overland Expo Mountain West, the companies announced. The brands, 303, a provider of automotive detailing products, and STA-BIL, a fuel stabilizer brand, will jointly attend as exhibitors and share a booth with Keep Our Desert Clean,… Continue reading Gold Eagle Brands to Back Non-Profit at Overland Expo Mountain West
Turn 14 Distribution to Acquire Tucker Powersports
Turn 14 Distribution will acquire Tucker Powersports, the performance parts distributor announced. Tucker Powersports is a 56-year-old company founded by Ed Tucker and is an aftermarket parts distributor in the powersports market. The company is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, and operates in Florida, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and California. Turn 14 Distribution will acquire its inventory,… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution to Acquire Tucker Powersports
Formula DRIFT Partners With GoPro for Video Series
GoPro has been named the official action camera of Formula DRIFT and is helping the organization produce a new video series, Formula DRIFT announced. “We’re extremely happy to welcome GoPro to the Formula DRIFT family,” said Ryan Sage, Formula DRIFT president. “Almost since our inception, GoPro cameras have been used to capture some of the… Continue reading Formula DRIFT Partners With GoPro for Video Series
Organizers Preview Inaugural Grand National Truck Show
Hosted by Rod Shows, the event is open to all types and styles of trucks, vans and SUVs from 1900 to today, regardless of year, make or model…
US Auto Tech National Championship Announces Lead Sponsors
The Elite Trades Championship Series has partnered with four automotive industry companies to support the third annual U.S. Auto Tech National Championship (USATNC), event organizers announced. Monro has been named an Official Sponsor and Yokohama will be the Presenting Sponsor of the series. Additionally, AutoZone and ALLDATA have signed sponsorship agreements for the 2023 competition… Continue reading US Auto Tech National Championship Announces Lead Sponsors
Alcantara Names New CEO, Managing Director
Eugenio Lolli has been named CEO and managing director of Alcantara, the company announced. Lolli succeeds Andrea Boragno, who now serves as chairman of the company’s board of directors and its executive committee, the company said. Lolli joined Alcantara in 2011 and progressed through a series of management positions to become director of sales in… Continue reading Alcantara Names New CEO, Managing Director
Goodyear Relights Former Headquarters Sign for 125th Anniversary
Goodyear has revitalized its historic Goodyear sign at its former headquarters in Akron, Ohio, the company announced. Goodyear collaborated with The Well CDC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing Akron’s Middlebury neighborhood, to revitalize the iconic sign over the company’s former headquarters, which is now Goodyear Hall. In celebration of the company’s 125th anniversary, Goodyear… Continue reading Goodyear Relights Former Headquarters Sign for 125th Anniversary
RANDYS Worldwide Appoints New Sales Manager
RANDYS Worldwide has appointed Zachary Follen as its newest sales manager, the company announced. With over 15 years of experience, Follen brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team, the company said, and his association to the brands at RANDYS, including Dynatrac, Yukon Gear & Axle, ICON Vehicle Dynatrac, Carli, Zumbrota and more,… Continue reading RANDYS Worldwide Appoints New Sales Manager
Turn 14 Distribution Adds Brembo to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution has added Brembo to its line card, the performance parts distributor announced. “Superior engineering and manufacturing practices have made Brembo a favorite among enthusiasts and racers alike. Turn 14 Distribution is grateful for the opportunity to provide our dealers with access to Brembo, the esteemed global leader in braking performance,” said Wayne… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Brembo to Line Card
Meyer Distributing Partners With OFS Office Furniture
Meyer Distributing has formed a new partnership with OFS, an office furnishing manufacturer, the company announced. OFS is an 86-year-old family-owned office furnishings manufacturer that provides a variety of seating and workspace solutions for businesses. “Together, we have identified a growth channel in performance office seating propelled by the “work happens everywhere” movement as employers… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Partners With OFS Office Furniture
Yokohama Development Center Promotes Kahrs to VP of R&D
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
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