Tag: Performance

Holley CEO Retires

Holley President and CEO, Tom Tomlinson, is retiring from his role and resigning from the company’s board, the company announced. Current Director, Michelle Gloeckler, has been named interim president and CEO while the company conducts a search for a permanent CEO, Holley representatives said. Gloeckler has been a member of the company’s board since July… Continue reading Holley CEO Retires

Vance & Hines Signs Distribution Deal with Keystone Automotive Operations

Vance & Hines has signed an agreement with Keystone Automotive Operations to distribute the Vance & Hines HoleShot Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust Systems for full-size pickup trucks, the company announced. “Keystone is the perfect partner to get our products to the top auto parts retailers and installers in the country,” said Vance & Hines President… Continue reading Vance & Hines Signs Distribution Deal with Keystone Automotive Operations

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Timbren to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Timbren to its line card, widening its selection of truck and off-road suspension products, the company announced. “Timbren has been around since the late 1960s and has built its brand by manufacturing rubber springs that provide load support and stability for towing and hauling applications. Timbren’s product… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Timbren to Line Card

Off Road Warehouse to Open New Nevada Location

Off Road Warehouse (ORW), an off-road accessory retailer and installer, is opening its newest location near Reno in Sparks, Nevada, the company announced. Marking the company’s ninth location, the Grand Opening celebration of ORW Reno will be held on Feb. 18, the company said. The 14,000-sq.-ft. facility features a large showroom displaying the latest in… Continue reading Off Road Warehouse to Open New Nevada Location

VP Racing Drops ‘Fuels’ From Name

VP Racing Fuels is launching a new identity for the corporation, its products and programs, and will be now known as “VP Racing,” the company announced. “We are excited to announce an updated identity for VP,” said Alan Cerwick, VP Racing’s president and CEO. “This change is a better reflection of the vitality of our… Continue reading VP Racing Drops ‘Fuels’ From Name

Vortech Superchargers, Paxton Automotive Join AFR Group

Vortech Superchargers and Paxton Automotive have joined the Air Flow Research, SCAT Cranks, RaceTec Pistons and Procar Seating portfolio of brands, the companies announced. Vortech Superchargers produces a lineup of centrifugal compression air management solutions for automotive, marine, industrial, aeronautical and motorsports applications. “Our organization is thrilled to have Vortech Superchargers join in. There are… Continue reading Vortech Superchargers, Paxton Automotive Join AFR Group

Mickey Thompson Expands Presence at 2023 King of the Hammers

Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels (M/T) will have an expanded presence at the 17th annual King of the Hammers (KOH) scheduled for Feb. 2-11 in Johnson Valley, California, the company announced. The company will be showcasing its latest off-road products on more than 20 racecars across four classes through a new Ultra4 sponsorship program, the… Continue reading Mickey Thompson Expands Presence at 2023 King of the Hammers

2023 BIG Show to Feature SEMA Show Battle of the Builders Panel

Keystone Automotive Operations announced it will be opening its annual customer event, the 2023 BIG Show Presented by Weather Guard, with a live presentation showcasing the 2022 SEMA Show Battle of the Builders competition finalists and winners, the parts distributor announced. Scheduled for Feb. 10-11 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora,… Continue reading 2023 BIG Show to Feature SEMA Show Battle of the Builders Panel

Lucas Oil Adds to Leadership Team

Lucas Oil Products has made three additions to its leadership team, the company announced, naming Jason Bonikowske as general counsel, and promoting Nicole York to vice president of finance and Megan Burakiewicz to vice president of human resources. Prior to joining Lucas Oil as General Counsel, Bonikowske spent 16 years at CSM Sport and Entertainment… Continue reading Lucas Oil Adds to Leadership Team

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Fishbone Offroad to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Fishbone Offroad to its line card to widen its selection of off-road and overland products for Jeeps and trucks, the company announced. “Fishbone Offroad’s most popular products include Jeep bumpers, side steps, tube doors and racks. In addition to Jeeps, they will soon be expanding their product… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Fishbone Offroad to Line Card

VP Racing Fuels Launches New Renewable Fuel

VP Racing Fuels is expanding its renewable fuel initiative with the launch of a new, renewable fuel, EcoGen, the company announced. EcoGen is a renewable, non-alcohol alternative to ethanol and butanol-based fuels found at the pump, the company said. VP Racing has engineered high-octane renewable gasoline components incorporated into gasoline to help meet the increasing… Continue reading VP Racing Fuels Launches New Renewable Fuel