OPTIMA Batteries completed its first-ever electrified off-road vehicle event during the King of the Hammers race week, the company announced. The event was a poker-run style rally, where participants explored Johnson Valley, California in their own electric vehicles. The tour was designed as an entry-level off-road adventure and did not require any vehicle modifications, though… Continue reading OPTIMA Batteries Completes All-Electric Off-Road Rally
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Keystone Automotive Previews 2023 BIG Show Schedule
Keystone Automotive Operations has offered a preview for its annual BIG Show, scheduled for Feb. 10-11 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. The annual business-to-business networking event features receptions, automotive aftermarket supplier exhibits, new products, show vehicles, special presentations, and education, along with show-only sales and promotions, the company said.… Continue reading Keystone Automotive Previews 2023 BIG Show Schedule
Darlington Raceway to Host Vintage Stock Car Demo for NASCAR Anniversary
The HSR Stock Car Invitational will showcase a select group of historic and vintage stock cars in a pair of exhibition runs during NASCAR’s annual Throwback Weekend…
PROJECT X Named Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4
PROJECT X has been named the Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4 USA for the 2023 and 2024 race seasons, the company announced. PROJECT X first began participating in Ultra4 USA in 2021, with support from brand ambassadors Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Loren Healy’s unlimited class race cars, the company said. “We are excited to join… Continue reading PROJECT X Named Official Lighting Partner of Ultra4
Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
Firstech, the Seattle-based manufacturer of Compustar, DroneMobile, and Momento products, has released its calendar for in-person training events through the end of the July, the company announced. Starting in April, Firstech will resume MyFirstech Academy, a two-day training course for installers. Installers of all levels are invited to Firstech’s Dallas or Seattle offices to receive… Continue reading Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
1932 Ford Roadster Wins America’s Most Beautiful Roadster Award
A 1960 Buick Invicta custom owned by George and Angela Eliacostas and built by CAL Automotive Creations won the Al Slonaker Memorial Award…
Washington, D.C. Auto Show Reports Attendance Increase
The Washington, D.C. Auto Show saw a 107% increase in year-over-year attendance, show officials reported. “Ecstatic. That is how we feel. Ecstatic to see lines of guests wrapped around the outside of the Convention Center just waiting to come in. Ecstatic to hear the great return of investment our exhibitors experienced. Ecstatic to see what… Continue reading Washington, D.C. Auto Show Reports Attendance Increase
Wilwood Named Official Disc Brakes of Triple Crown of Rodding Show
The Triple Crown of Rodding Show has named Wilwood Disc Brakes as the Official Disc Brakes of the event, the company announced. Scheduled for Sept. 8-9, the Triple Crown of Rodding show will be held at the Nashville Superspeedway in Tennessee, and is open to hot rods, street rods, classics, customs, and muscle cars up… Continue reading Wilwood Named Official Disc Brakes of Triple Crown of Rodding Show
Mickey Thompson Expands Presence at 2023 King of the Hammers
Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels (M/T) will have an expanded presence at the 17th annual King of the Hammers (KOH) scheduled for Feb. 2-11 in Johnson Valley, California, the company announced. The company will be showcasing its latest off-road products on more than 20 racecars across four classes through a new Ultra4 sponsorship program, the… Continue reading Mickey Thompson Expands Presence at 2023 King of the Hammers
SEMA PRO Council Plans General Membership Meeting
The SEMA Professional Restyler Organization (PRO) Council is hosting a virtual general membership meeting later this month, the organization announced. Scheduled for Feb. 24, at 9:00 a.m. (PST), the meeting will offer updates on programs available to restylers, a chance to connect with the select committee and more. Click here for more information or to… Continue reading SEMA PRO Council Plans General Membership Meeting
2023 BIG Show to Feature SEMA Show Battle of the Builders Panel
Keystone Automotive Operations announced it will be opening its annual customer event, the 2023 BIG Show Presented by Weather Guard, with a live presentation showcasing the 2022 SEMA Show Battle of the Builders competition finalists and winners, the parts distributor announced. Scheduled for Feb. 10-11 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora,… Continue reading 2023 BIG Show to Feature SEMA Show Battle of the Builders Panel
Maxxsonics to Appear at MasterTech Expo 2023
Maxxsonics will be exhibiting at the MasterTech Expo 2023, scheduled for March 5-8 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona, and launching a new dealer program ahead of the event, the company announced. The event is specialized for automotive aftermarket customers, organizers said, and features professional networking, 30-plus exhibitors, automation technologies, skills competitions, demo… Continue reading Maxxsonics to Appear at MasterTech Expo 2023
KMC Wheels Returns as Official Sponsor of King of the Hammers
KMC Wheels is returning as the official wheel sponsor of the King of the Hammers (KOH) off-road racing event, the wheel manufacturer announced. “We’re excited to return to the lakebed to support our loyal KMC customers and the KMC Race Division drivers competing in this year’s events,” said Michael Gibbs, Wheel Pros CMO. “King of… Continue reading KMC Wheels Returns as Official Sponsor of King of the Hammers
KICKER Details KnowledgeFest Training Schedule
KICKER has revealed details regarding its training seminars scheduled to be held during the upcoming MEA KnowledgeFest Las Vegas (Feb. 3-5) at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center, the company announced. The first class is scheduled for Fri., Feb. 3 at 1:45 p.m., followed by a Sat., Feb. 4 class at 5:30 p.m., the company… Continue reading KICKER Details KnowledgeFest Training Schedule
Mullin Collection Cars Join Florida Art Museum Exhibit
A 1938 Hispano-Suiza, a 1934 Avions Voisin and a 1929 Bugatti Type 46 will appear at the Vero Beach Museum of Art for a new exhibit showcasing art deco automobiles and motorcycles…