Timken Announces Free Online Training Resources
The Timken Company, a world leader in engineered bearings and power transmission products, provides three different free online resources to help train automotive technicians. Timken Tech Series training, TechTip info sheets and Tricks of the Trade videos all provide online professional-level training at no charge as an on-going commitment to strengthening the knowledge of new and current automotive and heavy duty
Aeromotive Opens Customization Shop for Fuel Systems
The manufacturer of aerospace-grade fuel systems has created an in-house shop to streamline the process of specifying custom fuel pumps and components for a wide range of vehicles.
Magnuson Superchargers CEO Kim Pendergast Joins SEMA Board
Kim Pendergast, owner and CEO of Magnuson Products, has been selected to serve on the SEMA Board of Directors, as Dr. Jamie Meyer, who was recently named President of Performance Racing Industry (PRI), steps down from the SEMA Board. Pendergast is an active SEMA member and industry volunteer, including serving as chair of the SEMA
Holley LS Fest West Announces Cancellation
Holley’s LS Fest West event, most recently scheduled for June 12-14th, 2020 in Las Vegas, has been canceled. The state of Nevada is taking a phased approach to reopening, and at this time, there is still no indication as to when large crowds will be permitted to gather. Pre-registered participants and spectators that pre-purchased tickets
Race Engine Challenge 2020 to be Cancelled
In a message from Race Engine Challenge organizer Greg Finnican, the dyno event announced it has made the tough decision to cancel the competition for 2020. “Due to overwhelming concerns about Coronavirus and the potentially harmful impact on our contestants and conference participants, we feel that it is in everyone’s best interest to cancel the
Turn 14 Distribution to Acquire Motovicity
High-performance automotive parts and accessories distributor Turn 14 Distribution has reached an agreement to acquire Motovicity Distribution, a distributor of high-performance automotive parts and accessories based in Madison Heights, MI. Turn 14 Distribution will extend employment offers to a majority of Motovicity’s employees, the company said. Motovicity was founded in 2002 as a high-performance automotive parts and accessories
PERA Webinar, Testing Remanufactured Engines, Rescheduled
NOTE: If you already registered for this webinar scheduled for May 20th, you should have received a new email confirmation with a “JOIN” link for the change to May 27th. Delete your original link and use the new one sent today! The new webinar date is Wedesday, May 27, 2020 at 10am CDT. Matt Meyer,
PRI Names Dr. Jamie Meyer as its President
Dr. Jamie Meyer has taken the role of President of the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show and media company, effective this week. Meyer, who has a long and storied history in motorsports and racing, will lead the PRI team in increasing engagement and support for the industry through enhanced programs and services for the
MAHLE Motorsport Announces Return to Racing Rebate
Racers are revving to go racing with pent-up adrenaline caused by stay-at-home and safer-at-home COVID-19 pandemic orders nationwide. In response, MAHLE Motorsport is ready to help racers make the most of their downtime to build their best possible engine with the MAHLE Motorsport Return to Racing rebate. Effective May 15, 2020 through July 15, 2020,
Jasper Holdings Announces Record ESOP Value
Doug Bawel, Jasper chairman and CEO, announced a new all-time record year in revenue, income and EBITDA. Hethanked all 3,000+ associate owners for making thepast year such a great success. A total of $17+ million in new shares were distributed toover 2,500 eligible associate-owners. Over the last 10years, a total of $191 million in stock
S.B. International, Inc. Appoints Ryan Hamilton as President
Ryan Hamilton joined SBI in 2007, where his various roles have provided him an extensive knowledge of the aftermarket industry. Over the years he has held titles such as Sales & Inventory Coordinator, Quality Control Inspector, Research and Development/Technical Services, Product Manager, and most recently Vice President of Product. During his time of tenure and
Musi Racing Names ACL an Official Supplier
Pat Musi Racing Engines has named ACL’s Race Series performance engine bearing it’s Official Engine Bearing. ACL has been involved in drag racing for a number of years, but this deal marks the company’s first major American drag racing sponsorship. Pat Musi worked with ACL to help design and engineer acustom engine bearing for all