Tag: Restyling

Alcantara Names New CEO, Managing Director

Eugenio Lolli has been named CEO and managing director of Alcantara, the company announced. Lolli succeeds Andrea Boragno, who now serves as chairman of the company’s board of directors and its executive committee, the company said. Lolli joined Alcantara in 2011 and progressed through a series of management positions to become director of sales in… Continue reading Alcantara Names New CEO, Managing Director

Stellantis Introduces Private-Label Aftermarket Parts Line

Stellantis has introduced its new bproauto private label aftermarket parts brand.

Stellantis has introduced its new bproauto private label aftermarket parts brand. Featuring air filters, brake components, batteries and more, the bproauto parts portfolio is available for most makes and models, and was created to complement Mopar’s OE parts offerings. The new line is designed “to help combat the rapidly changing aftermarket and the long-term shift… Continue reading Stellantis Introduces Private-Label Aftermarket Parts Line

Gas, Hybrid Powertrain Options Available on 2024 Lexus RX

The 2024 Lexus RX.

For 2024, Lexus looks to build on refinements introduced last year to create an even more versatile RX SUV. The new RX is offered in six grades: Standard, Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Handling and F SPORT Performance. A Cloudburst Gray exterior color is available on all grades, and Copper Crest is now available on… Continue reading Gas, Hybrid Powertrain Options Available on 2024 Lexus RX

Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team

Eleven Engineering, a producer of semiconductor products for 12-volt applications, has added hardware developer Mike Bujold to its research and development design team, the company announced. “The past year has seen unrivaled growth for Eleven Engineering, and so we are seeing a continuing need for top level additions to our R&D department,” said Rex Whitehead,… Continue reading Eleven Engineering Adds to Research & Development Team

EGR USA Announces Personnel Changes

EGR USA has promoted Kevin McDougall to senior product development engineer and has hired Justin MacLauchlan to be its director of marketing. MacLauchlan has 20 years’ experience in the automotive aftermarket and is an off-road enthusiast with a wealth of experience in building marketing strategies in the truck and race market, the company said. Prior… Continue reading EGR USA Announces Personnel Changes

LKQ Completes Uni-Select Acquisition

LKQ Corporation has completed its previously announced acquisition of Uni-Select, the companies announced. With over 5,200 employees in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K., Uni-Select is a distributor of automotive refinish and industrial coatings and related products in North America. Uni-Select is headquartered in Boucherville, Québec, Canada. In Canada, Uni-Select supports over 16,000 automotive repair… Continue reading LKQ Completes Uni-Select Acquisition

Turn 14 Distribution Adds TRADESMAN to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution has expanded its selection of truck accessories through the addition of TRADESMAN to its line card, the company announced. “TRADESMAN’s renowned reputation as a premier manufacturer of truck toolboxes & tanks has made them a favorite across all industries. Turn 14 Distribution is eager to grow its partnership with TRADESMAN and offer… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds TRADESMAN to Line Card

SEMA PRO Cup Challenge Seeking Applicants

Applications to participate in the annual SEMA PRO Cup Challenge are now open, the SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) announced. The competition features packages for a popular new-model vehicle that would take less than 40 hours to execute and cost no more than $15,000. Packages are judged on their mass appeal, ease to replicate, and… Continue reading SEMA PRO Cup Challenge Seeking Applicants

Tint World Partners With Gyeon

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has entered into a new partnership with Gyeon, a provider of ceramic coatings and detailing products, the companies announced. “With this partnership, we’re able to continue delivering the innovative, trusted automotive products that Tint World customers expect,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, president and CEO of Tint World. “Gyeon is one… Continue reading Tint World Partners With Gyeon

PPG Makes Newsweek’s List of Greatest Workplaces

PPG has been recognized by Newsweek magazine in its 2023 list of America’s Greatest Workplaces, the company announced. Newsweek and research firm Plant-A Insights Group conducted an independent study of companies with 1,000 or more employees to rank their performance in empowerment of women, promotion of veterans, development of entry-level employees and support of LGBTQ… Continue reading PPG Makes Newsweek’s List of Greatest Workplaces

Tonneau Covers

Today’s tonneau covers offer protection and functionality. (Photo courtesy EGR USA)

This article originally appeared in the August 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. When it comes to bed protection options for your truck-driving customers, tonneau manufacturers have you covered. Hard folding, roll-up, expandable and related models can fit any need, for work or play, while feature-rich offerings and quick installations allow shops to add a… Continue reading Tonneau Covers

AutoPlex: A Mile High & Climbing

AutoPlex, a four-store restyling center in Colorado, was named the LLumar Select PRO National Dealer of the Year for 2022.

This article originally appeared in the August 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. In 1995, Josh Elliott was 19 years old when he started Auto Trim Design in Denver. Installing pinstripes, moldings and spoilers like many restylers did in those days, he simply reacted to whatever the needs of the car dealers were at that… Continue reading AutoPlex: A Mile High & Climbing