Hypertherm Associates to Formally Close Russian Operations

Hypertherm Associates, a U.S. based manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software, is planning to formally close its legal entity in Russia, the company announced. The announcement follows a decision in March of this year to suspend business because of Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine. “The continued humanitarian crisis and unpredictable business environment have caused… Continue reading Hypertherm Associates to Formally Close Russian Operations

Torqued Distribution Now Offering Reign System Products

Torqued Distribution is now distributing the Reign System ceramic waterless wash and quick detailer through the Torqued NC3PL program, the company announced. The Reign System ceramic waterless wash and quick detailer offers the benefits of a traditional waterless wash with a ceramic-infused paint sealant, the company said. The proprietary system can be used on a… Continue reading Torqued Distribution Now Offering Reign System Products

MAP Services Adds New Brands to Client Portfolio

MAP Services has added 7 new clients and 8 different brands in the automotive aftermarket and power sports markets to its client portfolio, the company announced. “Our business model of a Do-It-For-Me service is unique in our industry. We feel a service provider should do exactly that, provide a service and not create more work… Continue reading MAP Services Adds New Brands to Client Portfolio

Matco Tools Partners with Milwaukee on Cordless Tools

Milwaukee Tool Cordless products will now be available through Matco Tools thanks to a new partnership between the two companies. The partnership with Milwaukee Tool gives auto technicians the ability to choose from a wide scope of cordless tools when stepping onto their local Matco truck, the company said, and will be available alongside Matco’s cordless… Continue reading Matco Tools Partners with Milwaukee on Cordless Tools

MAE Delivers Test Stands to EV OEM

Mustang Advanced Engineering (MAE), an American manufacturer of testing equipment, dynamometers and related products, has delivered the third of three functional test stands for a major original equipment manufacturer of battery electric vehicles (BEV), the company announced. The BEV manufacturer contacted MAE to design and build three different pieces of testing equipment: an end-of-line chassis… Continue reading MAE Delivers Test Stands to EV OEM

Craftsman Returns as Title Sponsor of NASCAR Truck Series

CRAFTSMAN is returning as title sponsor of the NASCAR Truck Series beginning in February 2023

Many racers and fans have always called it the “Craftsman Truck Series.” Now the title is official once again. NASCAR and Stanley Black & Decker have announced American tool company CRAFTSMAN will return as the title sponsor of the NASCAR Truck Series beginning in 2023. After serving as the series’ title sponsor from its inception… Continue reading Craftsman Returns as Title Sponsor of NASCAR Truck Series

Ram, Wolverine Clothes Line Celebrates Skilled Workers

A clothes line collaboration between Wolverine and Ram celebrates the next generation of skilled workers.

Work brand Wolverine and the Ram truck brand recently announced a second exclusive collaboration aimed at benefiting the skilled trades. To recognize the hard work, integrity and dedication of workers, both brands have come together on a limited edition Built for the Driven collection that features American-made boots, clothing, and accessories. “Our collaboration with the… Continue reading Ram, Wolverine Clothes Line Celebrates Skilled Workers

Shopmonkey Names New Senior VP of Marketing

Shopmonkey, the cloud-based auto shop management platform, has appointed Travis Bickham as senior vice president of marketing, the company announced. Bickham joins Shopmonkey with over a decade of experience as a marketing executive, most recently as vice president of marketing and growth at Latch. His immediate focus at Shopmonkey is to capture market share while… Continue reading Shopmonkey Names New Senior VP of Marketing

ALI Updates Car Lift Safety Manual

Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) has completely updated and expanded Lifting It Right, the organization’s car lift safety manual, the organization said. The second edition of the training tool features new information, photos and illustrations in a user-friendly format. A digital version is also available, ALI representatives said. Lifting It Right is a guide to the… Continue reading ALI Updates Car Lift Safety Manual

Kelford Cams Partners with MidwayPlus

Kelford Cams has formed a new partnership with MidwayPlus to launch its new B2B online storefront, the companies announced. “We are excited that MidwayPlus is helping Kelford Cams once again engage with the North American market at scale. It is important to Kelford to have a direct relationship with the shops and resellers buying our… Continue reading Kelford Cams Partners with MidwayPlus

Carhartt Launches Skilled Trade Grant Program

In recognition of Labor Day, workwear brand Carhartt has launched its “For the Love of Labor” grant program, the company announced. A first-of-its-kind program for Carhartt, For the Love of Labor grants are now available to support community based nonprofit organizations nationwide that are dedicated to educating, training and placing workers into meaningful skilled trade… Continue reading Carhartt Launches Skilled Trade Grant Program

eBay Acquires myFitment

eBay Inc. has acquired the myFitment group of companies, a provider of online tools and support to help online automotive and powersports parts and accessories sellers, the companies announced. myFitment’s tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, which aims to ensure customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle, reducing… Continue reading eBay Acquires myFitment