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

KYB Americas Names New Product Manager

KYB Americas has promoted Guna Sathyamurthy to product manager for the U.S. and Canada, the company announced. Sathyamurthy started with KYB after college and has proven his ability to help set priorities and provide quality validations for KYB product offerings, the company said. In his previous role as assistant product manager, Sathyamurthy’s focus has been… Continue reading KYB Americas Names New Product Manager

PPG Launches Joint Paint Films Venture

PPG is launching a new paint and clear film solution for automotive and industrial customers through PPG Advanced Surface Technologies, a new joint venture formed with entrotech, the company announced. PPG will retain a majority stake in the joint venture, the company said. Specific financial and ownership terms were not disclosed. “This joint venture will… Continue reading PPG Launches Joint Paint Films Venture

BILSTEIN Celebrates NORRA Mexican 1000 Class Win

BILSTEIN is celebrating the success of BILSTEIN-sponsored racers at the 2023 Yokohama NORRA Mexican 1000 earlier this month, the company announced. Using BILSTEIN shocks, Pajaro Loco Racing finished first in the Challenger Class and 57th overall with a time of 23 hours and 28 minutes. With their vintage 914 Porsche, built in 1983, teammates alternated… Continue reading BILSTEIN Celebrates NORRA Mexican 1000 Class Win

Beth Skove Joins AACF Board of Trustees

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has announced the election of Elizabeth (Beth) Skove to its board of trustees. Skove is senior marketing manager at Myers Industries and Myers Tire Supply. “Beth’s diverse background and extensive experience in the aftermarket will undoubtedly enrich our board discussions and bring valuable insights to our decision-making processes” said… Continue reading Beth Skove Joins AACF Board of Trustees

Tint World Appoints New Chief Investment Officer

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has named Jonathan Norman the company’s new chief investment officer, the company announced. In his new role, Norman will lead Tint World’s investments and oversight of the company’s future financial health, the company said. “Jonathan has a demonstrated track record of driving growth, and his critical financial expertise supports Tint… Continue reading Tint World Appoints New Chief Investment Officer

MAHLE Aftermarket Renews Sponsorship of Melanie Salemi

MAHLE Aftermarket has renewed its sponsorship with drag racer Melanie Salemi, of Melanie Salemi Motorsports, for the 2023 season, the company announced. The agreement includes serving as a sponsor with the Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA) Pro Modified racecar series. In addition, Salemi be a contributor to the Team MAHLE engine parts test team. 2023… Continue reading MAHLE Aftermarket Renews Sponsorship of Melanie Salemi

Oracle Lighting Names New Senior Sales & Marketing Manager

Oracle Lighting has promoted Melissa “Missy” Parker-Boudreaux to senior sales and marketing manager, the company announced. “In my time at Oracle Lighting, I have seen this company grow exponentially while winning numerous local and national industry awards because of our dedication and passion,” said Parker-Boudreaux, who has been with Oracle Lighting since 2011, most recently… Continue reading Oracle Lighting Names New Senior Sales & Marketing Manager

HOT ROD Reveals 2023 Power Tour Schedule

HOT ROD has revealed the schedule for the 2023 HOT ROD Power Tour, the publication announced. The HOT ROD Power Tour will be heading southeast to Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee visiting five cities over five days in June, organizers aid, and will include more than 6,000 cars and trucks of all years, makes and… Continue reading HOT ROD Reveals 2023 Power Tour Schedule

Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Adds Concours de Sport Award

The Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance will pay special tribute to sports cars during the annual event, organizers announced. “Given the profound impact that sports cars have had on the automotive landscape and within the collector car world, now is an ideal time to expand upon their recognition at our event,” said Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Chairman Glen… Continue reading Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Adds Concours de Sport Award

UTI Announces Instructors of the Year

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has announced the winners of the “Instructor of the Year” award at each of its 16 UTI, MMI, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT campuses. Consideration for “Instructor of the Year” includes the overall contribution to the campus, through peer mentoring and departmental support. “We have so many outstanding, experienced and dedicated… Continue reading UTI Announces Instructors of the Year

Yukon Gear & Axle Products Now Available at Total Truck Centers

Yukon Gear & Axle products are now available through AAM Group’s Total Truck Centers after joining the group as supplier partner, the company announced. The company currently provides a variety of drivetrain parts including differentials, axles, driveshafts, super joints and ring and pinion installation kits. In addition to Yukon Gear & Axle products, products from… Continue reading Yukon Gear & Axle Products Now Available at Total Truck Centers

AllPro Distributing Named AAM Group Member of the Year

The AAM Group honored AllPro Distributing as its 2023 Member of the Year at the organization’s annual Membership Meeting earlier this month, the organization announced. Each year AAM makes this selection based on five key metrics: active participation, growth as a percentage, marketing participation, participation in group buys, and PRO rebates participation, the group said.… Continue reading AllPro Distributing Named AAM Group Member of the Year

Wilwood Engineering Appoints Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager

Wilwood Engineering has appointed Brian Cox as its new media relations manager, the company announced. Cox will join the marketing/advertising team and optimize and organize media ad buys, ad campaign creative and more, the company said. “Wilwood has been the go-to Braking option for so many editorial and project vehicles for decades now, and in… Continue reading Wilwood Engineering Appoints Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager