Motor State Distributing has revealed new details regarding the 15th annual Motor State Challenge, the company announced. The Motor State Challenge, scheduled for July 20-22, is hosted annually in southwest Michigan and northern Indiana and draws drivers from across the US and Canada, Motor State representative said. Since its debut in 2009, the pro-touring event… Continue reading Motor State Distributing Details Plans for 2023 Motor State Challenge
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Meyer Distributing Adds Baja Kits to Line Card
Meyer Distributing has added Baja Kits suspension systems and accessories to its line card, the distributor announced. Baja Kits originally evolved from decades of first-hand off-road racing experience, the company said, with owners Jordan and Jonathan Brenthel using the knowledge they gained competing against the world’s best racers to develop its products. “We’re excited to… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Adds Baja Kits to Line Card
BOOSTane-Powered Drivers Sweep KOH Class Podium
BOOSTane is celebrating its role in a podium sweep at the 2023 King of the Hammers, the company announced. According to the company, the top finishers in the 4900 UTV Pro Stock Turbo class—winner Kyle Chaney, runner-up Hunter Miller, and third-place finisher Cody Miller—all used BOOSTane’s newly-released UTV 96 and 109UL race fuels and fuel… Continue reading BOOSTane-Powered Drivers Sweep KOH Class Podium
Toyota Revives GR Corolla Circuit Edition for 2024
Standard features for the limited-edition model include a forged carbon fiber roof, rear spoiler, a leather-wrapped shift knob and more…
Yukon Gear & Axle Plans Shop ‘Takeover’ Event with Dealers
Yukon Gear & Axle has created an event and marketing program to support installers and boost awareness in their markets, the company announced. Called the Yukon Total Takeover, the nationwide event is scheduled for March 18 and will allow shops to provide special pricing on gears and gear kit installations for the day, the company… Continue reading Yukon Gear & Axle Plans Shop ‘Takeover’ Event with Dealers
Akrapovič BMW M240i Exhaust System Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
Akrapovič has released a new Slip-On Line Titanium Exhaust System and Sound Kit for the 2022-plus BMW M240i (G42), which can now be found at Turn 14 Distribution, the exclusive U.S. and Canadian automotive distributor for Akrapovič, the companies announced. The Slip-On Line Exhaust System is constructed from lightweight high-grade titanium and finished with hand-crafted… Continue reading Akrapovič BMW M240i Exhaust System Now Available at Turn 14 Distribution
McLeod Racing Extends Partnership with Ricky Silva
McLeod Racing has extended its partnership with import drag racer Ricky Silva and CLM Motorsports, the company announced. Silva is set to make his season debut at the Xtreme Front Wheel Drive Challenge at Bradenton Motorsports Park during the Drag Illustrated World Series of Pro Mod Race March 3-5. Returning with his 1997 Honda Civic,… Continue reading McLeod Racing Extends Partnership with Ricky Silva
VP Racing Grows Licensing Program
VP Racing has expanded its lineup of licensing partners, the company announced. “VP Racing’s licensing program is run with one objective in mind, to expand the brand reach and play a significant role in building the brand in the U.S. and globally,” said Bob Merz, director of brand management and licensing at VP. “Our licensees… Continue reading VP Racing Grows Licensing Program
Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market
This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. If you’re uncertain about the classic car market heading into 2023, a panel of experts has some advice: Stop worrying and start driving. Sharing their thoughts at the Classic-Car Trends: Preparing for the Future seminar during the 2022 SEMA Show, panel members… Continue reading Driving & Thriving: The Classic Car Market
Lucas Oil Expands Technical Partnership with RCR, ECR Engines
Lucas Oil Products, a long-time partner of both Richard Childress Racing and ECR Engines, will expand its partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2023, the three companies announced. In addition to continued technical and development support, the official motor oil of ECR engines will sponsor the No. 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet driven by Kyle Busch… Continue reading Lucas Oil Expands Technical Partnership with RCR, ECR Engines
Matt Patrick Named DeatschWerks Technical Director
DeatschWerks has appointed Matt Patrick as its new technical director, the company announced. Patrick joined the team on Jan. 16 in the newly created role of technical director. In this role, he will be leading the DeatschWerks’ product development, product management, engineering, and technical support functions. “I am very excited to welcome Matt Patrick to… Continue reading Matt Patrick Named DeatschWerks Technical Director
Tony Carvallo Joins STEER SMARTS as Senior Engineer
STEER SMARTS has brought on Tony Carvallo to join its product development team in the role of senior engineer, the company announced. Carvallo will primarily focus on developing products that support the expansion of the STEER SMARTS catalog, the company said. “I’m extremely excited to start this new chapter,” said Carvallo. “I feel like I’ve… Continue reading Tony Carvallo Joins STEER SMARTS as Senior Engineer
Valvoline Launches Annual Mechanics Month
Valvoline is kicking off its 4th annual Mechanics Month, a campaign to celebrate the impact of mechanics around the world, the company announced. The month-long initiative will highlight the contribution of mechanics in more than 60 countries worldwide, the company said, and will celebrate the importance of mechanics as knowledgeable professionals who are critical to… Continue reading Valvoline Launches Annual Mechanics Month
Honda Teases CR-V Hybrid Racer
Honda recently teased a new special project in development: a hybrid-powered racing CR-V. While details are sparse, the manufacturer provided a brief preview of the track-oriented crossover, which is expected to have over 800 hp under the hood. The car will be revealed on Feb. 28. Check out the preview below.
Steady Flow: Fuel Pumps & Systems
The article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. Performance fuel pumps and systems are a vital part of today’s high-horsepower engine builds. Whether on the street or at the track, drivers expect the fuel they need when they need it to get them where they’re going. These days that fuel… Continue reading Steady Flow: Fuel Pumps & Systems