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Mil-Spec Automotive Unveils New Headquarters

Now fully operational, Mil-Spec Automotive has officially completed the development and renovation of a brand-new 37,944-square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The new Mil-Spec Automotive Michigan complex is a dual-purpose headquarters that allows for vehicle production and client sales to operate together in one location. On the production side, the new facility is outfitted with… Continue reading Mil-Spec Automotive Unveils New Headquarters

IWFA Sponsoring 2021 Window Film Conference Education Day

The 2021 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off (WFCT) has announced that the International Window Film Association (IWFA) will serve as a returning sponsor of IWFA Education Day. The WFCT event will be held January 12-14, 2021 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. IWFA will sponsor the IWFA Education Day to be held… Continue reading IWFA Sponsoring 2021 Window Film Conference Education Day

Are Consumers Placing More Importance on Car Interiors?

Asahi Kasei Europe, a textile manufacturer, conducted a representative survey together with Cologne-based market research institute SKOPOS, interviewing a total of 1,200 car users in Europe regarding their preferences relative to mobility and to the future automotive interior. A key result of the survey shows: When buying the next car, 18.3% of all respondents will… Continue reading Are Consumers Placing More Importance on Car Interiors?

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes and Larsen Motorsports Name First Scholarship Recipient

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes and Larsen Motorsports have named the first Blazing Trails Scholarship Fund recipient: Nicole Turner, a 28-year old certified motorcycle mechanic/technician now attending Lake Tech in Eustis, Florida for auto body finishes. “Nicole is the definition of a trail blazer,” explained Elaine Larsen, owner, Larsen Motorsports. “She’s the reason we started Blazing Trails… Continue reading Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes and Larsen Motorsports Name First Scholarship Recipient

Hyundai Debuts All-New 2020 Venue

2020 Hyundai Venue

Hyundai has revealed its new compact SUV, the Venue, which is packed with advanced safety and infotainment features. The Venue is a seamless combination of style and versatility packed with on-demand conveniences and advanced technologies not typically found in the compact segment, Hyundai says. The Venue was recently recognized by Consumer Guide as a 2020… Continue reading Hyundai Debuts All-New 2020 Venue

Overland Expo Series Postponed Until 2021

All in-person Overland Expo events previously scheduled for 2020 have been officially postponed until 2021, event organizers have announced. The event series will organize two more Virtual Overland Expo events later in 2020. In-person Overland Expo events will return in 2021. After months of deliberation and consultation with local and national resources, event organizers made… Continue reading Overland Expo Series Postponed Until 2021

Buick Reveals 2021 Envision

2021 Buick Envision

Buick has released details about its revamped 2021 Envision SUV, which will feature an expanded slate of safety and infotainment offerings. “The all-new 2021 Envision is part of Buick’s strategy to grow its family of premium SUVs,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president, Global Buick and GMC. “It joins the new 2020 Encore GX, which offers… Continue reading Buick Reveals 2021 Envision

Turn 14 Distribution Adds ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Line Card

Turn 14 Distribution, an aftermarket performance parts distributor, has added ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ high-performance truck, SUV, and off-road suspension components and ICON Alloys aluminum wheels to its line card. “ICON Vehicle Dynamics has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of premium off-road components. Its engineering team focuses on analysis of vehicle… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Line Card

Tint World Opens New Virginia Location

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has opened a new location in Sterling, Virginia. The second Tint World franchise in Virginia is under the ownership of LeRoy Schubert and will be managed by Hans Schubert. “It’s exciting to be part of such a rapidly growing franchise,” LeRoy Schubert said.… Continue reading Tint World Opens New Virginia Location

Putting the ‘Horse’ Back into ‘Horseless Carriage’

In the early days of the car, motor vehicles had to share the road with the preeminent mode of transportation of the day—the horse-drawn carriage—and it wasn’t exactly a seamless transition. Cars often spooked oncoming horses, frequently leading to crashes and injuries. In order to help horses adjust to their horseless counterparts, a few inventors… Continue reading Putting the ‘Horse’ Back into ‘Horseless Carriage’

MEA Postpones KnowledgeFest Indianapolis Until 2021

The Mobile Electronics Association has postponed KnowledgeFest Indianapolis until April 9-11, 2021, after initially rescheduling the event for July 10-12. The event was originally scheduled for March 27-29 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. KnowledgeFest Orlando and KnowledgeFest Dallas are still scheduled for later this year. For more information on how to register… Continue reading MEA Postpones KnowledgeFest Indianapolis Until 2021