Tag: Performance

Hart Marx Advisors Names New Partner

Chris Bovis, an expert in the performance, racing and automotive aftermarket industries, has joined Hart Marx Advisors. Bovis will apply his 20 years of client development, acquisitions and integration and marketing expertise to his new role as a partner at the firm. Bovis previously served as vice president of marketing and business development at WELD Racing.… Continue reading Hart Marx Advisors Names New Partner

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Pedal Commander to Line Card

Performance automotive parts distributors Turn 14 Distribution has added Pedal Commander products to its line card. Pedal Commander is the manufacturer of a line of throttle response controllers. “The innovative throttle response controllers from Pedal Commander provide enthusiasts with an immediate improvement in their vehicle’s feel and performance. It gives the enthusiast who is looking for a performance improvement… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Pedal Commander to Line Card

Everything You Need to Know About Switching to Waterless Coolant

Water has been used in cooling systems for over 100 years for its superior ability to transfer heat, but water has it challenges and limitations. Water promotes corrosion and has a boiling point only slightly above the coolants normal operating temperature. Evans Waterless Coolant offers a solution to overcome the drawbacks of water, whether it’s to enhance… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Switching to Waterless Coolant

Motovicity Brings G-Sport Emissions Systems to Product Lineup

Performance product wholesale distributors Motovicity Distribution have added G-Sport by Global Emissions Systems Incorporated’s (GESI) emissions control products to its line-up. To create their emissions control products, GESI manufactures metallic substrates, develops and applies precious metal coatings and then completes the process with substrate canning.

DEI Announces Two New Hires

DEI, aftermarket heat and sound control specialists, have announced two new supervisory positions. Former DEI employee Mike Zenone has been rehired as the company’s inside sales supervisor. John Gabriel has been hired as DEI’s powersports division manager. Zenone, previously worked for a decade with DEI as the company’s brand manager and manager of business development… Continue reading DEI Announces Two New Hires

With Proper Care and Maintenance, a Lithium Battery Can Make All the Difference

Lithium is the new ‘kryptonite’ of battery technology. Light and powerful, with higher ignition start voltage and higher cranking amps—even down to 10% charge—makes this technology a must have for racers of all stripes. You lose more weight with a lithium battery and for less money than anything else! This is also a dealer’s dream… Continue reading With Proper Care and Maintenance, a Lithium Battery Can Make All the Difference

Bondurant High Performance Driving School Names Chief Executive Officer/General Manager

Bondurant High Performance Driving School has announced that Franki Buckman has joined the company as its chief executive officer and general manager. In this role, Buckman assumes responsibility for all operations of the school including strategic and day-to-day oversight, the guest experience and team management. Bruce Belser, one of the investors who purchased the school… Continue reading Bondurant High Performance Driving School Names Chief Executive Officer/General Manager

AAM Group Adds Speedmaster To Vendor Line Card

The AAM Group has added Speedmaster to its Parts Pro line card. Founded in 1979 as Pete’s Performance, Speedmaster today develops and manufactures most of its high-performance engine parts in its own workshops. The company’s distinctive DNA design philosophy, focus on patented technologies and rigorous “Track-Proven” testing methods drive its reputation as a respected performance innovator,… Continue reading AAM Group Adds Speedmaster To Vendor Line Card

Aeromotive Partners with Kahn Media

Kahn Media has been selected as the Agency of Record for Aeromotive, developer of high-performance fuel system technology, specializing in fuel systems for high-performance street vehicles, race cars, off-road and marine equipment headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas. Celebrating 25 years in business, Aeromotive is looking to reinforce its consumer and business-to-business marketing efforts by utilizing Kahn… Continue reading Aeromotive Partners with Kahn Media

NASCAR Technical Institute Students Get Their Hands on Roush Yates Engines

Universal Technical Institute’s Mooresville campus, NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech), is getting students geared up for careers in the motorsports industry, and industry partner Roush Yates Engines is once again helping them do it. Roush Yates Engines is letting NASCAR Tech students train with 10 of its NASCAR FR9 racing engines, and the school will… Continue reading NASCAR Technical Institute Students Get Their Hands on Roush Yates Engines

Superformance Shelby Cars Continue Expansion With South Carolina Dealership

Official manufacturer of classic Shelby continuation cars Superformance recently added its 15th dealership in the United States. Down Force Motorsports near Columbia, South Carolina, will sell all-new Superformance MKIII and Shelby Cobras, Shelby Daytona Coupes, and first-generation Shelby GT40s. Although these cars are based on the original 1960’s designs and dimensions, they are assembled with… Continue reading Superformance Shelby Cars Continue Expansion With South Carolina Dealership

Dan Qualls Rejoins King Engine Bearings as National Sales Manager

King Engine Bearings has announced the appointment of Dan Qualls as national sales manager. Dan served from 2013-2015 as King’s national sales manager and played a significant role in expanding King’s distribution network in North America. Dan’s proactive approach and close relations with key companies in the automotive aftermarket contributed to King’s deeper market penetration… Continue reading Dan Qualls Rejoins King Engine Bearings as National Sales Manager

How Acura Turned a Minivan into an IMSA Prototype

While the Daytona Prototype international class in IMSA’s WeatherTech Sportscar Championship may not look much like a typical production vehicle with all its winglets, air intakes and shark fins, these rocket ships have more in common with some street cars than one might think. That’s because when you look under the engine cowling, Acura’s ARX-05… Continue reading How Acura Turned a Minivan into an IMSA Prototype

Barrett-Jackson to Auction First Production 2020 Corvette Stingray for Charity

Barrett-Jackson and Chevrolet will auction the first retail production 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray during the 49th Annual Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 11-19, 2020, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. 100% of the hammer price will benefit the Detroit Children’s Fund. The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will be on display in the Future Events exhibit during the 12th Annual… Continue reading Barrett-Jackson to Auction First Production 2020 Corvette Stingray for Charity