Tag: Performance

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes and Larsen Motorsports Start Scholarship Program

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes has partnered with Larsen Motorsports (LMS) to establish a scholarship program that addresses the talent shortage facing the automotive industry, specifically collision repair. With the newly established Blazing Trails Scholarship Fund, Blazing Trails, a non-profit organization, will add a specific focus on automotive service and collision repair programs at the postsecondary level… Continue reading Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes and Larsen Motorsports Start Scholarship Program

Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School Announce Partnership

Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School have announced a collaboration that will allow BTR, manufacturer of high-performance automotive parts, access to high performance training. This alignment aims to serve as a catalyst to strategically grow each company’s staff and dealer network. “We’re very excited to be partnering with The Tuning School.  With our combined… Continue reading Brian Tooley Racing and The Tuning School Announce Partnership

FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre Shows Off Advanced Driving Simulator

The FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre (ARDC) inaugurated a new Vehicle Dynamics Simulator (VDS) lab recently, launching the most advanced driving simulator technology available in North America. With nine directions of movement and specific driver calibration, the new simulator closely duplicates the actual driving experience. “Our new VDS is cutting-edge technology that emulates a… Continue reading FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre Shows Off Advanced Driving Simulator

Vehicles Owned by ‘The Fast and the Furious’ Star Paul Walker Up for Auction

A group of 21 collectible vehicles from the personal collection of the late actor Paul Walker has been consigned to Barrett-Jackson’s 49th Annual Scottsdale Auction, January 11-19, 2020. Best known for his role as Brian O’Connor in the renowned The Fast and the Furious franchise and his charitable work that carries on through the Paul Walker… Continue reading Vehicles Owned by ‘The Fast and the Furious’ Star Paul Walker Up for Auction

Fiat Offering ‘Scorpion Sting’ Graphics for 124 Spider Abarth

Fiat has announced it will make the “Scorpion Sting” Appearance Group available on the performance-oriented Fiat 124 Spider Abarth. “Every Fiat 124 Spider comes standard with turbocharged open-air fun,” said Tim Kuniskis, global head of Alfa Romeo and head of Passenger Cars Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA -“ North America. “The Scorpion Sting Appearance… Continue reading Fiat Offering ‘Scorpion Sting’ Graphics for 124 Spider Abarth

VP Racing Fuels Boosts Distribution with California Fuels & Lubricants

VP Racing Fuels has signed a new distribution agreement with California Fuels and Lubricants, of Garden Grove, California, servicing the Los Angeles and Orange Counties. “California Fuels & Lubricants is a first-class, professional organization, known throughout Southern California for the best service in the region,” said Bruce Hendel, VP’s vice president, North American Sales –… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Boosts Distribution with California Fuels & Lubricants

Author Donates Autographed Copies of Book for All-Female High School Race Team Fundraiser

“I’m creating a team of female race car drivers, who are in high school, to teach them about STEM related subjects and careers. Your book is on my must-read list, the story of racing told from a dog’s point of view, I was hooked from the first page. Do you have time for an interview… Continue reading Author Donates Autographed Copies of Book for All-Female High School Race Team Fundraiser

Hertz, Hendrick Motorsports Team Up for High-Performance Rental Camaros

Further accelerating its partnership with 12-time NASCAR Cup Series champions Hendrick Motorsports, Hertz has introduced a new “pace car” to its fleet by making a limited-edition custom 2020 Camaro ZL1 and 2020 Camaro SS available to reserve for rent beginning mid-October 2019. The 2020 Hertz-Hendrick Motorsports Camaro ZL1 and 2020 Hertz-Hendrick Motorsports Camaro SS, which… Continue reading Hertz, Hendrick Motorsports Team Up for High-Performance Rental Camaros

California Bill To Amend 2018 Exhaust Noise Law Signed by Governor

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SEMA-supported legislation (SB 112) that immediately restores “fix-it” tickets for cars suspected of violating the state’s exhaust noise limit and allows car owners 30 days to correct violations. SB 112 amends a 2018 law (AB 1824) that removed this ability and which generated significant concern within the specialty… Continue reading California Bill To Amend 2018 Exhaust Noise Law Signed by Governor

Petersen Museum Extends Jessi Combs Exhibit Through Oct. 3

The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced it will extend “Jessi Combs: Life at Full Speed” from Friday, Sept. 27 through Thursday, Oct. 3 thanks to the support of BFGoodrich. Admission to the exhibit is free or by suggested donation to The Jessi Combs Foundation, a new organization which seeks to educate, inspire and empower the… Continue reading Petersen Museum Extends Jessi Combs Exhibit Through Oct. 3

Ford Performance and Tony Stewart Racing Get New FPS 410 Sprint Car Engine Up to Speed

The FPS 410, short for Ford Performance Stewart 410, is a collaboration between Ford Performance, Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing (TSR) and Durham Racing Engines to equip Stewart’s sprint car operation with Ford power. The engine debuted on Aug. 16 at I-96 Speedway in Lake Odessa, Michigan, and went to victory lane for the first time two… Continue reading Ford Performance and Tony Stewart Racing Get New FPS 410 Sprint Car Engine Up to Speed

Direct Fit Performance Muffler for 2009-2019 RAM 1500

AERO Exhaust’s new Direct Fit Performance Muffler for the 2009-2019 (2019 Classic model only) RAM 1500 pickup truck, part number 30103. This kit is a direct bolt-on systems that utilizes the factory exhaust tips and tubing. Designed for a quick and easy installation. Made from 100% 304 stainless steel.