Category: News

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

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Gen-Y Hitch to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its product offerings in the truck segment with GEN-Y HITCH, the company announced. “GEN-Y HITCH shows that not all tow hitches are created equal. The company’s adjustable drop hitches are extremely strong and versatile, providing a single hitch that can be used with multiple truck and trailer… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Gen-Y Hitch to Line Card

McLeod Racing to Sponsor Orlando Speed World, South Georgia Motorsports Park

McLeod Racing has entered into a full year commitment to provide sponsorship to Orlando Speed World and South Georgia Motorsports Park, the company announced. Both tracks are scheduled for a full summer of drag racing across all categories, track officials said. Orlando Speed World is located in the heart of the import drag racing market,… Continue reading McLeod Racing to Sponsor Orlando Speed World, South Georgia Motorsports Park

AACF Announces New Board Members

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) recently announced the election of Andrew Johnson and Jim Merle to its board of trustees. Johnson brings more than 13 years of experience in the automotive industry in writing, marketing, and publishing to the AACF board, the organization said. He is currently an associate publisher in Endeavor Business Media’s… Continue reading AACF Announces New Board Members

Former HOT ROD Editor Named MAHLE Motorsport Marketing Manager

MAHLE Motorsport, the performance division of MAHLE North America, has named former HOT ROD Magazine editor, Rob Kinnan, as its marketing manager, the company announced. Kinnan will be responsible for all marketing decisions for the division including media buys, print and digital content, creative, sponsorships, budgets, PR and events, the company said. Kinnan has longstanding… Continue reading Former HOT ROD Editor Named MAHLE Motorsport Marketing Manager

Speedvision Greenlights New Build & Restoration TV Series

Speedvision has approved the production of Helping Hands Garage, an all-new automotive build and restoration series from Brenton Productions, the network announced. The show will feature an all-female core team comprised of professional driver and builder, Collete Davis, and motorsports reporter and enthusiast, Katie Osborne, with additional contributors including mechanic and stunt driver, Bri Lynch.… Continue reading Speedvision Greenlights New Build & Restoration TV Series

Registration Opens for CAN Connect 2023

Custom Automotive Network (CAN) is Registration for CAN Connect 2023 is now open, the Custom Automotive Network announced. The annual conference is scheduled for Sept. 5-8 and will be held at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa. According to event organizers, CAN Connect provides prescheduled private meetings with partners you want to meet with rather… Continue reading Registration Opens for CAN Connect 2023

Meyer Distributing Opens New Washington Cross-Dock

Parts distributor Meyer Distributing is opening a new cross-dock in Bellingham, Washington, the company announced. The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Hermiston, Oregon distribution hub. “Meyer has expanded inventories significantly in RV parts this year in the Northwest,” said Ben Johnson, Meyer’s RV, Towing and Marine Category sales manager. “Having larger RV… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Opens New Washington Cross-Dock

ORBA Launches New Website

The Off-Road Business Association (ORBA), a non-profit organization that serves businesses and professionals in the off-road and OHV industry, has launched a redesigned website under a new domain, the organization announced. ORBA’s updated web presence—www.offroadbusiness.org—focuses on communicating ORBA’s mission, current and future projects, industry news and member business spotlights. The new website also features a… Continue reading ORBA Launches New Website

SEMA Cares Hosting Informational Webinar

SEMA Cares, the charity arm of SEMA, is hosting a webinar to help members discover different ways to get involved, the organization announced. Scheduled for May 23 at 11:30 a.m. PT, the webinar will include representatives from the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer, Childhelp Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Victory Junction, SEMA… Continue reading SEMA Cares Hosting Informational Webinar

RealTruck Announces Executive Team Additions

RealTruck has made four new additions to its executive team under the leadership of CEO Carl-Martin Lindahl, the company announced. Tammy Bohen joins RealTruck as chief human resources officer; Eric Dale is the new general counsel; Ken Hossler is RealTruck’s new senior vice president of manufacturing and Kelly Szatkowski joins as the company’s senior vice… Continue reading RealTruck Announces Executive Team Additions

Bestop Partners With Heather Storm for New Online Video Series

Bestop and television personality Heather Storm have partnered to create a new digital automotive series, the company announced. The series, Heather Storm Off Road, will follow Storm, who recently moved from Los Angeles to a small town in Colorado, as she connects with the off-road community, and learns about the vehicles and adventures in her… Continue reading Bestop Partners With Heather Storm for New Online Video Series

Applications Open for SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display Program

Applications for the 2023 SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display program are now open, show organizers said. Each exhibitor-sponsored vehicle accepted will also be featured in the SEMA Show app displaying the vehicle’s image, make, model, year, color, products used as part of the build, builder’s name and the name and booth number of the sponsoring… Continue reading Applications Open for SEMA Show Featured Vehicle Display Program