Magnuson Superchargers has joined into a partnership with R&R Marketing Consultants Inc. (RRMCI) to provide sales and marketing services in 10 states including; Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, North Dakota and South Dakota; and for all locations of Atech Motorsports/Summit Racing. The firm will also represent Magnuson in the marine industry. “RRMCI… Continue reading Magnuson Superchargers Partnering with R&R Marketing Consultants
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Meyer Distributing Adds DeatschWerks to Line Card
DeatschWerks has been added to Meyer Distributing’s high-performance division line card, the distributor announced. “We are so excited to have DeatschWerks on board and look very forward to everything to come with this great company,” says Austin Zehr, high performance sales manager for Meyer. “Fuel systems are a big part of our business, and what… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds DeatschWerks to Line Card
Edelbrock Dispels Emissions Compliance Myths
Edelbrock, a manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket performance parts, was an early pioneer in emissions testing of aftermarket high performance parts. In the 1970s, Edelbrock established an emissions lab at its El Segundo location, which was used to demonstrate to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that aftermarket performance parts didn’t negatively affect emissions. Since… Continue reading Edelbrock Dispels Emissions Compliance Myths
DENSO Spark Plugs Sponsoring NHRA U.S. Nationals
DENSO Products and Services Americas has been named the title sponsor of the NHRA DENSO Spark Plugs U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis, the company announced. The race will be held Sept. 3-6 at Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg, Indiana. “We’re proud to be the title sponsor of the iconic Indianapolis race,” said Joseph Mejaly, senior vice… Continue reading DENSO Spark Plugs Sponsoring NHRA U.S. Nationals
Turn 14 Distribution Adds SPAL Automotive USA to Line Card
Turn 14 Distribution, a performance parts distributor, has added SPAL Automotive USA’s line of electric fans and accessories to its line card. “SPAL Automotive USA’s products are proven across many forms of motorsport and enthusiast use over the last six decades. By controlling every aspect of design and manufacturing, they can produce components that perform… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds SPAL Automotive USA to Line Card
Don Schumacher Motorsports Expanding Manufacturing Operations Beyond Racing
Don Schumacher Motorsports Precision Manufacturing (DSM) is expanding into the automotive, defense, equipment/manufacturing, and aerospace industries, the high-performance parts manufacturer announced. DSM was founded as a specialty parts manufacturer and R&D center for Don Schumacher Racing’s (DSR) fleet of NHRA race cars and has since grown to become a parts supplier for race teams competing… Continue reading Don Schumacher Motorsports Expanding Manufacturing Operations Beyond Racing
Pat Musi Racing Engines Celebrating 50th Anniversary
Pat Musi, engine builder and owner of Pat Musi Racing Engines, is celebrating his 50th year in business in 2020. Originally known as Pat’s Speed Shop, Musi started the small shop in Carteret, New Jersey, right out of high school in 1970. “It’s exciting to see everything you’ve worked for come together,” Musi said. “We’ve… Continue reading Pat Musi Racing Engines Celebrating 50th Anniversary
Centerforce Hires Industry Veteran as Director of Sales
Centerforce, a manufacturer of performance clutches and flywheels for classic and late model cars and trucks, has announced that Harold Menke will join the Centerforce team as its new director of sales. Menke will work to expand Centerforce’s sales, drawing upon his expertise and strong relationships in the automotive aftermarket, the company says. Having worked… Continue reading Centerforce Hires Industry Veteran as Director of Sales
Maurice Petty, Hall of Fame Engine Builder for Petty Enterprises, Passes Away
Maurice Petty, a stock-car racing pioneer who built the engines that propelled Petty Enterprises to over 200 victories, passed away on July 25 surrounded by family, the Petty family announced. He was 81-years old. Born in 1939 into the Petty family of Level Cross, North Carolina, a legendary family known for their wins and championships,… Continue reading Maurice Petty, Hall of Fame Engine Builder for Petty Enterprises, Passes Away
A Look Back at Porsche’s Failed IndyCar Program
A sportscar powerhouse, Porsche tried to take over America’s highest level of open wheel racing in the 1980s, only to run into numerous speed bumps along the way. Even with a 2.65-liter turbocharged V-8 under the cowling and Teo Fabi behind the wheel, Porsche only managed to win one race before pulling out of the… Continue reading A Look Back at Porsche’s Failed IndyCar Program
Total Seal Piston Rings Reveals New Website
Total Seal Piston Rings has launched a new website, www.totalseal.com, the company announced. The mobile-friendly website features an easier-to-navigate design with expanded offerings, including videos and updated information on products, the company said, and is also equipped with new ecommerce software. Click here to visit the new website.
Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop
Bombtrack Fabrication, which specializes in custom racecars and chassis components, has acquired Power Cool Systems’ machine shop, formerly known as Saldana Racing Products, the company announced. Bombtrack will move operations to the existing Power Cool Systems location. Prior to the acquisition, the fabrication company had already taken on much of the CNC production for Power… Continue reading Bombtrack Fabrication Acquires Power Cool Systems Machine Shop
MAHLE Developing 3D-Printed Pistons
As part of a cooperation with sports car manufacturer Porsche and mechanical engineering company Trumpf, MAHLE has produced high-performance aluminum pistons using 3D printing techniques for the first time, the company announced. The pistons were successfully tested on the engine test bench for Porsche’s 911 GT2 RS sports car. Whereas standard forged pistons have reached… Continue reading MAHLE Developing 3D-Printed Pistons
SPAL Named Official Electric Cooling Fan of Diesel Motorsports
SPAL USA has been named the official electric cooling fan of Diesel Motorsports for the 2020 season, the company announced. “We are extremely proud to serve as the official electric cooling fan of Diesel Motorsports,” said Thom Balistrieri, director of aftermarket sales for SPAL USA. “Traditionally, diesel applications have been nearly impossible to keep cool… Continue reading SPAL Named Official Electric Cooling Fan of Diesel Motorsports
Tenneco Appoints New COO
Tenneco has appointed Kevin Baird as chief operating officer, effective August 3, 2020, the company announced. In this role, Baird joins the executive leadership team and will lead and support critical strategic and operations initiatives. “I am pleased to welcome Kevin to Tenneco and the addition of his automotive industry, global operations management, and private… Continue reading Tenneco Appoints New COO