Michigan-based Prefix Corporation, a company that specializes in the creation of prototypes, concept vehicles and design mock-ups, has re-tooled its facilities to produce protective face shields for first responders and health care workers. “We can do this,” said Prefix Founder Kim Zeile. “During times like these, we must all ask ourselves, ‘how we can assist… Continue reading Concept Vehicle Company Makes Adjustments to Help Healthcare Workers
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USAC Hosting Sprints and Midgets iRacing Events
USAC will be hosting a four-event virtual racing series, the 2020 AMSOIL USAC iRacing Challenge presented by NOS Energy Drink, the sanctioning body announced. The series will feature the stars of USAC Racing competing against one another on the motorsports simulator beginning with weekly racing action each Thursday night throughout the month of April. The… Continue reading USAC Hosting Sprints and Midgets iRacing Events
Maxxsonics Donating Masks, Gloves to Healthcare Facilities
Maxxsonics is donating masks and gloves across the Midwest to aid in the battle against COVID-19, the mobile audio systems manufacturer has announced. “Our growing priority has been altered to aiding those that need a helping hand,” said a statement from the company. “We are thankful for all of the doctors, nurses, first responders, transportation… Continue reading Maxxsonics Donating Masks, Gloves to Healthcare Facilities
Mullin Auto Museum Streaming Collection Tours on Instagram
The Mullin Automotive Museum, located in Oxnard, California, will be streaming collection tours live on its Instagram feed every Tues. at 10 a.m. PDT, beginning March 31. The tours will provide access to the museum’s French car collection, including one of the largest Bugatti collections in the world. Featuring more than 140 vehicles, art and… Continue reading Mullin Auto Museum Streaming Collection Tours on Instagram
SEMA Now Accepting Applications for Launch Pad Program
The SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN) is now accepting applications for the 2020 SEMA Launch Pad Program, a competition for young entrepreneurs who would like to launch their product into the $44.6 billion aftermarket industry. Now in its seventh year, the program provides emerging business leaders the opportunity to pitch their business idea to a… Continue reading SEMA Now Accepting Applications for Launch Pad Program
Sonoma Speed Festival Rescheduled
In light of the rapidly developing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its effect on public gatherings, organizers of the second annual Sonoma Speed Festival have elected to reschedule the automotive lifestyle event at Sonoma Raceway to the Labor Day long weekend, Sept. 4-6, 2020. “Sonoma Speed Festival is a social event first,” said Founder Jeff O’Neill. “As… Continue reading Sonoma Speed Festival Rescheduled
Fiat Chrysler to Produce Face Masks for First Responders and Health Care Workers
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is stepping in to help those at the front line of the coronavirus pandemic by manufacturing and donating more than 1 million protective face masks per month, the automobile manufacturer announced. Production capacity is being installed this week and the company will start manufacturing face masks in the coming weeks with… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler to Produce Face Masks for First Responders and Health Care Workers
Overland Expo West 2020 Rescheduled
Overland Expo West, held at Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff, Arizona, has been moved to July 24-26, 2020, organizers announced, citing the CDC’s recommendation of postponement of all gatherings of 50 or more people for eight weeks. The rest of the Overland Expo series will take place as scheduled in 2020. “Although the traditional Overland Expo… Continue reading Overland Expo West 2020 Rescheduled
Dealers United Hosting Webinar Detailing State of Industry
Dealers United will be hosting a webinar on Thursday, the group announced, showcasing insights from dealership and industry experts around the Coronavirus impact in automotive, business continuity plans, changing consumer behavior and more. This event will be led by 5 dealerships from across the US and Canada, Dealers United, and industry experts from Facebook Automotive… Continue reading Dealers United Hosting Webinar Detailing State of Industry
NMRA All-Star Nationals Postponed
ProMedia Events and Publishing, parent company of the Holley NMRA Ford Nationals and NMCA Muscle Car Nationals, in association with Atlanta Dragway’s parent company NHRA, have decided to postpone the NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals in response to growing restrictions on group gatherings and travel due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The NHRA has also suspended all drag… Continue reading NMRA All-Star Nationals Postponed
Tire Rack Postpones 2020 One Lap of America
Tire Rack has postponed the annual One Lap of America, the company announced. It is the first time in 37 years that the event has been postponed. Participants in the event travel to race tracks around the country over the course of several weeks. “We are in the beginning stages of a massive pandemic. Most… Continue reading Tire Rack Postpones 2020 One Lap of America
SEMA Makes Trade Show Policy Changes
SEMA has announced policy changes for the annual SEMA Show, scheduled to be held in November at the Las Vegas Convention Center. While the show is still set to take place as planned, the trade group has extended the deadline for exhibitor refunds to Sept. 1. “While all current exhibitor milestone dates for applications, deposits… Continue reading SEMA Makes Trade Show Policy Changes
AAM Group Cancels 2020 Membership Meeting and Vendor Showcase
The AAM Group has canceled its 2020 General Membership Meeting and Vendor Showcase originally scheduled to take place at the end of April in Frisco, Texas. Made in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the decision reflects health and government calls to engage in social distancing to disrupt the spread of the virus and AAM’s… Continue reading AAM Group Cancels 2020 Membership Meeting and Vendor Showcase
KnowledgeFest Orlando Rescheduled
The Mobile Electronics Association has rescheduled its KnowledgeFest Orlando trade show, the organization has announced. The show, originally scheduled for May 15-17, will now be held June 19-21. The rescheduling follows the postponement of KnowledgeFest Indianapolis, which was moved from March 27-29 to July 10-12.
Photo Gallery: The D Lot at the Detroit Autorama
It may have only been a couple of weeks ago, but the Detroit Autorama certainly seems like a world away now. Nonetheless, The D Lot presented by AMSOIL was a success for Make-A-Wish of Michigan. The 20’ by 20’ product showcase stage and newly added display featured various products, all serving as prizes for a… Continue reading Photo Gallery: The D Lot at the Detroit Autorama