Tag: Performance

Hyundai Debuts Elantra N TCR

In preparation for its U.S. racing debut, the brand-new two-liter turbocharged Hyundai Elantra N TCR race car was unveiled by Bryan Herta Autosport at Daytona International Raceway. Since their racing debut in 2018 with Bryan Herta Autosport (BHA), Hyundai has won three back-to-back TCR championships and the 2020 Manufacturers title. “The all-new Elantra N TCR… Continue reading Hyundai Debuts Elantra N TCR

Masterpieces of Metal Build Contest Winners Announced

Sponsored by Westin Automotive and presented by The AAM Group’s Event 2020 virtual trade show, the Masterpieces of Metal vehicle-build contest invited automotive builders to submit their best creations and pit them against the work of other metal-minded overachievers. Event attendees voted for their favorite builds across four categories, with the winners taking home a… Continue reading Masterpieces of Metal Build Contest Winners Announced

LSI Chemical Expands Distribution to China

LSI Chemical has signed Pioneer New Material Technology Company, located in Luoyang, China, as a new distribution partner, the company announced. As the world’s third-largest MoS2 manufacturer, Pioneer boasts an independent import and export license and a complete customs clearance system. Pioneer is now authorized to distribute the entire line of LSI Chemical fuel and… Continue reading LSI Chemical Expands Distribution to China

Stage 8 Creates Locking Header Bolt Animation Video

Stage 8, a manufacturer of fail-safe mechanical locking fasteners, has partnered with Utah-based AutoNetTV Media to produce a consumer bolt animation video for use on its website and social media, the company announced. In addition to custom videos and animations for manufacturers like Stage 8 Locking Fasteners, AutoNetTV has developed vehicle owner education videos for… Continue reading Stage 8 Creates Locking Header Bolt Animation Video

AAM Group Names ‘Event 2020’ Best New Product Winners

Presented by The AAM Group, The Event 2020 online trade show gave virtual attendees a look at new products from manufacturers around the industry. Those attendees then had the option of voting for their favorite products in each category. Now that The Event 2020 has wrapped up, The AAM Group has announced the category winners… Continue reading AAM Group Names ‘Event 2020’ Best New Product Winners

HPD to Award Scholarship to Formula Regional Americas Winner

Honda Performance Development (HPD) has joined with Honda Motor Company, Ltd., to offer a scholarship program to the Super Formula Championship for the winner of the 2021 Formula Regional Americas series, the organization announced. The FIA-supported Formula Regional Americas Championship provides young racers the opportunity to develop their skills in an open-wheel chassis powered by… Continue reading HPD to Award Scholarship to Formula Regional Americas Winner

Meyer Distributing Opens Virginia Cross-Dock

Meyer Distributing, a provider of automotive specialty products marketing and distribution, has announced the addition of its new Wytheville, Virginia location. The cross-dock will have a direct, next-day feed from Meyer’s Jasper, Indiana distribution hub, which houses an inventory of automotive accessories, exhaust and RV parts. “We continue to diversify our offerings and have added… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Opens Virginia Cross-Dock

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Ferrea Racing Components to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Ferrea Racing Components to its line card, further expanding its product range of valvetrain products, the company announced. “Ferrea Racing Components is a 50-year-old manufacturer of engine valves, valve springs, retainers, rocker arms, valve seals, lifter shims and much more. This diverse product range will serve our… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Ferrea Racing Components to Line Card

Ford Accepting Project Vehicle Program Applications

Bronco Sport Trail Rig. For adventurers looking to elevate their off-road trekking in a small, rugged 4x4, the Bronco Sport Trail Rig amps up the Badlands series model by adding 31-inch BFGoodrich™ Mud-Terrain T/A® KM3 tires, a one-inch lift kit, plus Ford Performance by RIGID LED off-road lights mounted to a front nudge bar. On top, a Yakima LockNLoad Platform roof rack and off-road gear mounts are designed to carry gear like a high-lift jack kit, Ford Performance recovery boards and jerry cans. (Preproduction image with optional features shown. Available late 2020.)

Ford is now accepting submissions from SEMA-member companies to participate in the 2021 Ford Project Vehicle Program, the automaker announced. The program is open to SEMA-member manufacturers, designers and retailers. Participants must actively promote the vehicle with their products through an established marketing plan and be financially capable of spending promotional dollars, Ford said. Ford… Continue reading Ford Accepting Project Vehicle Program Applications

LIQUI MOLY, Turner Motorsport Continue Partnership

LIQUI MOLY is extending its cooperation with Turner Motorsport for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge Series and the SRO GT World Challenge America Championship, the company announced. “This is a perfect addition to our international commitments in Formula 1 and MotoGP,” says Sebastian Zelger, CEO of LIQUI MOLY USA/Canada. In… Continue reading LIQUI MOLY, Turner Motorsport Continue Partnership