Magna ClearView Makes Production Debut on Ram Heavy Duty Trucks

The Magna ClearView vision system has made its production debut on the Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks, the company announced. The system, which bundles camera and mirror technology, has the potential to reduce blind-spot accidents and promote safety by enhancing visibility around the vehicle, the company said. The ClearView system includes an interior… Continue reading Magna ClearView Makes Production Debut on Ram Heavy Duty Trucks

The AAM Group Launches 2023 Keys to Ride Vehicle Sweepstakes

The AAM Group is bringing back the Keys to Ride vehicle sweepstakes for 2023, the company announced, and is partnering with Truck Hero to give its resellers a chance to win a 2023 Toyota Tundra SR5. The Tundra will be equipped with the TRD Off-Road package, as well as custom graphics and products from the… Continue reading The AAM Group Launches 2023 Keys to Ride Vehicle Sweepstakes

Make It Work: Serving Commercial Customers

Recently, there has been more of a focus on safety and limiting vehicle downtime. (Photo courtesy Lippert/LUVERNE)

This article originally appeared in the February 2023 issue of THE SHOP. While much is made of how the specialty automotive aftermarket brings joy and personalization to consumer vehicle owners, there’s another part of the industry that just wants to work smarter, not harder. Commercial customers appreciate accessories and packages that improve utility, safety and… Continue reading Make It Work: Serving Commercial Customers

Vehicle, Equipment Debuts Scheduled for Work Truck Week

New electric and internal combustion commercial vehicles are among the products slated to debut during Work Truck Week 2023, event organizers announced. Work Truck Week is scheduled for March 7–10, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Green Truck Summit is March 7. Educational sessions run March 7–9. The Work Truck Show exhibit hall is open… Continue reading Vehicle, Equipment Debuts Scheduled for Work Truck Week

Mile Marker Industries Partners with Terry Madden

Mile Marker Industries, a manufacturer of vehicle locking hubs, electric and hydraulic winches, recovery gear and automotive aftermarket accessories, has agreed to a multilevel partnership with racer and motorsports television personality Terry Madden to introduce a line of signature products, the company announced. Madden, a U.S. Army veteran, is an experienced off-road racer with two… Continue reading Mile Marker Industries Partners with Terry Madden

Turn 14 Distribution Adds Rock Slide Engineering to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added Rock Slide Engineering off-road and overland products to its line card, the company announced. “Rock Slide Engineering offers a full line of step sliders for Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator and Ford Bronco vehicles. These unique step sliders are fully functional, trail-rated rock sliders with a built-in power step.… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds Rock Slide Engineering to Line Card

MagnaFlow Group Acquires Camburg Engineering

The MagnaFlow Group has acquired Camburg Engineering, an off-road and aftermarket suspension brand, the company announced. “The MagnaFlow Group is excited to announce the next phase of their business. Brands under the MagnaFlow Group have grown to be industry-leading manufacturers of performance exhaust and emissions control products including catalytic converters,” the company said in a… Continue reading MagnaFlow Group Acquires Camburg Engineering

Building Dreams with BDM Customs

Marc McCombs of BDM Customs

This article originally appeared in the January 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. When a shop has been in business for more than 26 years and continues to expand, chances are the owners are doing something right. BDM Customs has a strong presence in and around Tempe, Arizona with its lifted truck packages for dealerships,… Continue reading Building Dreams with BDM Customs

Running Boards & Steps

Photo courtesy ARIES

This article originally appeared in the January 2023 print issue of THE SHOP magazine. Running boards and steps serve a practical purpose by easing entry into taller vehicles, an aesthetic purpose by adding off-road appeal to trucks and SUVs, and even a protective purpose by guarding doors and fender areas from chips and dings. If… Continue reading Running Boards & Steps