Despite Tough Economy, Exhibitors See AAPEX as a Good Investment
A recent analysis of booth space reservations for the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) shows that despite challenging economic times, exhibitors are bullish on the annual business-to-business trade show representing the global automotive aftermarket. AAPEX is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, NV. AAPEX
7th Annual Kooks Custom Headers NMCA Muscle Car Nationals
After rain cancelled the most recent event at Bowling Green, KY, racers of the NMCA are anxious to get back on the track for the upcoming Kooks Custom Headers NMCA Muscle Car Nationals, the third event of the 2009 Edelbrock Drag Racing Series. Maple Grove Raceway near Reading, PA will serve as the backdrop for
Grassroots Road Racing: Will They Line Up For Your Engine Expertise?
Are there any opportunities in grassroots road racing? The answer depends on what is being raced. For the most part, track day cars and spec classes are going to offer only a few opportunities for engine builders, but there is a bright side in that you may get to do work for these racers after
What Are The Benefits Of Using API CJ-4 Motor Oil?
It has been about three years since API CJ-4 diesel engine oil was introduced. In the past when a new API category diesel engine oil was introduced, the previous category was typically discontinued. Today both API CJ-4 and the previous category API CI-4 PLUS diesel engine oils are available. However, there are many benefits to
Toubleshooting BMW Hydraulic Bucket Tappet Problems
The two most common reasons for the replacement of BMW hydraulic bucket tappets (HVA) found in M42, M44, M50, M52, M54, M60, M62, S50, S52 and S62 engines are: tapping/rattling noise from the valve train area or a binding HVA element. Tapping/rattling noise from the valve train area may have various different causes depending on
All-New University of the Aftermarket Web Site Offers Access to Video Programming, Multi-Year Course Schedules and More
The University of the Aftermarket has launched a highly interactive, user-friendly new Web site – www.universityoftheaftermarket.com – designed to serve any professional or organization with an interest in aftermarket-specific executive education, research, certificate and accreditation programs and other learning opportunities. The new site encompasses the ever-growing range of programs and other education and research activities
NASCAR and iRacing to Partner in Online Racing Series
NASCAR and iRacing.comMotorsport Simulations will join forces to create a NASCAR-sanctionedonline racing series, a new competition division that will be licensedby NASCAR and organized and hosted by iRacing. Beginning early in 2010, NASCAR fans anywhere in the world will be ableto log onto the Internet and compete against one another, as well as anumber of
House Energy and Commerce Committee Accepts Cash for Clunkers Program
TheU.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce hasaccepted the "Cash for Clunkers" fleet modernization amendment into thelanguage of House Bill 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security Actof 2009, by a vote of 50-4. The amendment’s goal is to replace older,less-fuel-efficient vehicles with new, more-fuel-efficient vehicles –thus spurring new car sales in the
Engine Builder Magazine Now On Twitter
We have finally caved in and joined the masses on Twitter.com. If you would like to follow our progress more closely, get updates from shows and events, please join us! We need followers, and we ain’t too proud to beg. http://twitter.com/EngineBuildMag
Lincoln Electric Launches Welding Fume Awareness Campaign
The Lincoln Electric Company has launched its “Are You Ready?”awareness campaign, designed to educate employers, as well as thegeneral welding community, about effective fume control practices. Thecampaign is also designed to help fabricators understand both recentand upcoming Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA)regulations, including the hexavalent chromium standards going intoeffect on May 31, 2010. Thecampaign
Ernie Silvers Selected as Candidate for the SEMA Board of Directors
The SEMA Board Select Committee has chosen Egge CEO Ernie Silvers as a candidate for the 2009 SEMA Board of Directors’ election. Silvers is part of the prestigious slate of 10 candidates for six open seats. "Put a New Face On…" is the theme of the campaign for Ernie Silvers. The central campaign piece is
2009 MAHLE Engine Builder Showdown Ends in Dramatic Fashion with Third Straight Championship for Pro Motor Engines
In a fierce neck-and-neck battle, the Pro Motor Engines team built a complete Chevrolet R07 race engine and successfully ran it for one minute in an incredible 19 minutes, 27 seconds, edging the Roush Yates Engines team of Mike Kasch and Jim Snyder by a mere 17 seconds (19 minutes, 44 seconds). In what was