MAHLE Aftermarket Hosting Information Sessions During Virtual AAPEX

MAHLE Aftermarket will host a series of product information training sessions during the Virtual AAPEX Experience (VAE) from Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Thursday, Nov. 5. The scheduled sessions, combined with the company’s overall virtual presence at this year’s exhibition, aim to provide the latest information on products, services and solutions to the automotive aftermarket. “While… Continue reading MAHLE Aftermarket Hosting Information Sessions During Virtual AAPEX

Competition Clutch Kits for Subaru, Saab Engines Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Competition Clutch, Inc. (CCI) has released several clutch kits for the EJ25T and FA20DIT engine with 5-speed and 6-speed transmissions used in Subaru models (06-14 WRX, 15-17 WRX, 01-06 Forester, 07-12 Legacy GT) and the 05-06 Saab 9-2X, which are now available at Turn 14 Distribution. CCI’s new clutch kits for Subaru (WRX, Forester, Legacy… Continue reading Competition Clutch Kits for Subaru, Saab Engines Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Speedmaster Appoints Vic Wood V.P. of North American Sales

Speedmaster has appointed Vic Wood to the position of vice president of North American sales, the company announced. Wood will be the “face of Speedmaster” in the U.S., the company says, and will represent the Speedmaster brand at all levels of sales and distribution. “I am really looking forward to the challenge,” said Wood. “The… Continue reading Speedmaster Appoints Vic Wood V.P. of North American Sales

Competition Clutch Kits for 2010-’14 Hyundai Genesis Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

Competition Clutch has released several clutch kits for the Theta 2.0T engine and 6-speed transmission used in the 2010-14 Hyundai Genesis, which are now available at Turn 14 Distribution. CCI’s new clutch kits for the Hyundai Theta 2.0T include all components for installation: pressure plate, clutch disc, lightweight flywheel, pilot bearing, alignment tool and pressure… Continue reading Competition Clutch Kits for 2010-’14 Hyundai Genesis Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution

The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo

The AAM Group has agreed to provide technology and video support for the Engine Performance Expo, to be held Jan. 7–9, 2021, the organization announced. AAM will use its in-house capabilities to facilitate more than 30 live seminars, demos and Q&A sessions. Presented by Rottler, the event is free to attendees, but preregistration is required.… Continue reading The AAM Group Named Technology, Video Provider for Engine Performance Expo

Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs

Two mid-engine Corvette C8.Rs debuted at Rolex 24 at Daytona on Jan. 25, 2020, each equipped with 75 3D-printed parts.

3D printing has taken on an expanded role in Chevrolet Motorsports, both on- and off-road. This season, the Corvette C8.R, INDYCAR, NASCAR Camaro and Silverado race teams have accumulated more than 80,000 miles of competition in vehicles built with 3D-printed parts. “Chevrolet has a long history of technology transfer between our motorsports and production teams,… Continue reading Chevy Utilizing 3D-Printed Parts in Racing Programs

Organizers Reveal Engine Performance Expo Details

Performance engine companies Rottler, Total Seal and Race Winning Brands have announced the formation of the Engine Performance Expo, an interactive, free, online educational event. The Engine Performance Expo will be held Jan. 7-9, 2021. “With the major trade shows being canceled this year due to the COVID-19 situation, we saw an information exchange gap… Continue reading Organizers Reveal Engine Performance Expo Details

BorgWarner Completes Acquisition of Delphi Technologies

BorgWarner has completed its acquisition of Delphi Technologies, the company announced. The combination of BorgWarner and Delphi Technologies is expected to strengthen BorgWarner’s electronics and power electronics products, capabilities and scale, the company says. “We are pleased to complete our acquisition of Delphi Technologies,” said Frédéric Lissalde, President and CEO, BorgWarner. “Through this combination, BorgWarner… Continue reading BorgWarner Completes Acquisition of Delphi Technologies

GM Announces Technical Center Leadership

General Motors has announced the leadership of its new performance and racing technical center in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Eric Warren of Richard Childress Racing will be the director of NASCAR operations at the facility while Mark Stielow was named to the director of motorsports competition engineering position. Stielow will be responsible for overall engineering… Continue reading GM Announces Technical Center Leadership

BorgWarner Recognized as GM Supplier of the Year

BorgWarner was named a GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of the Year awards, the company announced. During the event, GM recognized 116 of its best suppliers from 15 countries that have consistently exceeded GM’s expectations, created outstanding value or… Continue reading BorgWarner Recognized as GM Supplier of the Year

Registration Now Open for Virtual Engine Performance Expo

Registration is now open for the virtual Engine Performance Expo, event organizers announced. The 3-day event, scheduled for Jan. 7-9, 2021, will showcase industry-leading engine builders, suppliers, machinists and equipment manufacturers, organizers said. From live panel discussions to detailed instructional demonstrations, the Engine Performance Expo will give participants the opportunity to connect with industry experts,… Continue reading Registration Now Open for Virtual Engine Performance Expo

EPWI Names Vendor, Representative of the Year

Engine & Performance Warehouse Inc. (EPWI) has revealed its 2019 “Vendor of the Year” and “Representative of The Year,” the company announced. EPWI named Maxima Racing Oils as the EPWI 2019 Vendor of the Year and Gary Gray as the EPWI 2019 Representative of the Year. “We partnered with Maxima back in 2015 and it… Continue reading EPWI Names Vendor, Representative of the Year

Garrett Motion Sold Amid Financial Restructuring

KPS Capital Partners announced today that, through a newly formed affiliate, it has entered into a stock and asset purchase agreement with Garrett Motion, under which KPS will acquire substantially all of the assets of Garrett for approximately $2.1 billion. Garrett will file a motion with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District… Continue reading Garrett Motion Sold Amid Financial Restructuring

MGP Connecting Rods Relocates to New Jersey

Race Winning Brands has completed the relocation of MGP Connecting Rods to Lakewood, New Jersey, home of Manley Performance, the company announced. RWB has relocated MGP’s complete production line, including the exact same equipment, to Manley Performance’s production facility. Under the oversight of Anthony Giannone, the son of MGP founder Michael Giannone, MGP production has… Continue reading MGP Connecting Rods Relocates to New Jersey