Tag: Trucks & Truck Accessories

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Daystar to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Daystar to its line card, the company announced. “Daystar offers a wide range of products for the off-road market, with its core product offering in the lift/leveling space. Complementary products include bushings, engine mounts, track bars, and recovery items. This wide range of product categories covers popular… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Daystar to Line Card

Hennessey Now Offering ‘Carbon Edition’ Mammoth TRX

Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, is expanding its MAMMOTH TRX lineup with the new Carbon Edition, the company announced. The Carbon Edition will have a full complement of carbon-fiber components that are lighter, stronger, more chemical resistant and temperature tolerant than the existing plastic factory parts that they replace. The comprehensive new ‘Carbon Edition’ package… Continue reading Hennessey Now Offering ‘Carbon Edition’ Mammoth TRX

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

BOLT Lock Appoints New Product Business Manager

BOLT Lock has named Gregor Germana as its new product business manager, the company announced. Germana will be responsible for developing and executing BOLT Lock’s sales management strategy to expand the brand’s market share within the aftermarket industry, while meeting and exceeding customer requirements, the company said, and will work closely with several cross functional… Continue reading BOLT Lock Appoints New Product Business Manager

Quadratec Promotes Konkle to Category Manager

Quadratec has promoted Fred Konkle to category manager, effective immediately, the company announced. One of the company’s longest-tenured employees, Konkle brings three decades of proven aftermarket automotive experience in sales, purchasing, pricing and vendor relations to his new role, Quadratec said. “Fred has been a dedicated employee of Quadratec for over 30 years and I’m… Continue reading Quadratec Promotes Konkle to Category Manager

Ford Pro Adds Digital Rearview Mirror as Factory Option

Ford Pro is adding a digital rearview mirror as a factory option, the automaker announced. The new digital rearview mirror will be available on 2023 Ford Transit and E-Transit vans. The Digital Rearview Mirror features a high-definition monitor that displays a panoramic view of the area behind the van, allowing drivers to spot cyclists, pedestrians… Continue reading Ford Pro Adds Digital Rearview Mirror as Factory Option

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

Carrying On With Overland Racks

Overland racks have brought function and styling that enhances the look of modern pickups. (Photo courtesy Leitner Designs)

This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. There are a few staples of any self-respecting overland rig. Oversized wheels and tires. A recovery winch. And a versatile, dependable rack system for hauling and storage. Today’s overland rack market is overflowing with innovative, versatile products to take just about anything… Continue reading Carrying On With Overland Racks

EGR USA Adds Distribution Partners

EGR USA has partnered with six new distributors for its products in North America, the company announced. The newly signed distributors include Atech Motorsports, Dix Performance North, Frank Supply Company, New Level Motorsports, Competition Specialties and Premier Performance Products Distribution, the company said. All six distributors are now authorized to sell EGR RollTrac electric and… Continue reading EGR USA Adds Distribution Partners

WEATHER GUARD to Sponsor NASCAR Truck Series Bristol Dirt Race

WEATHER GUARD has been named the title sponsor of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race for the Bristol Motor Speedway dirt race in April and the Official Truck Tool Box for Bristol Motor Speedway, the company announced. In the entitlement portion of the partnership, The WEATHER GUARD Truck Race on Dirt is scheduled to take… Continue reading WEATHER GUARD to Sponsor NASCAR Truck Series Bristol Dirt Race

Three-for-One: The Benefits of Performance Exhausts

Axle-back and cat-back aftermarket exhaust systems are always safe options for a shop to recommend. (Photo courtesy SpeedFX)

This article originally appeared in the March 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. With a performance exhaust system, drivers get to check off three boxes on their personalization lists at the same time—performance, appearance and sound. For shops looking at product lines that can help sell themselves, performance exhausts are a smart place to start.… Continue reading Three-for-One: The Benefits of Performance Exhausts