Lucas Oil Promotes Dave Wonser to VP of Brand Development
Lucas Oil Products Inc. has announced the promotion of Dave Wonser as the new vice president of brand development. Wonser has been with Lucas Oil for close to 15 years, climbing the ranks with his dedication and commitment to his work. His experience with the company and expertise in the automotive and digital industry made
Red Line Synthetic Oil Opens Sponsorship Program for Racers and Builders
Red Line Synthetic Oil has announced plans to recruit new, influential racers, riders, enthusiasts and builders to promote the Red Line brand and products throughout 2020 and beyond. The company seeks on-brand ambassadors who are committed to powersports and are interested in taking the necessary steps to maintain and prepare their bikes for the most extreme
FCA to Spend $400M Revamping Transmission Plant
Brad Clark, vice president and head of Engine and Transmission Manufacturing FCA North America announced FCA’s investment of $400 million to convert the ITP II plant into an engine assembly plant while also changing the name to Kokomo Engine Plant on March 5. Inside the 600,000-square-foot facility, leaders with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles publicly confirmed the
Motovicity Expands with Addition of Wagner Tuning
Motovicity Distribution has added another brand to its broad product portfolio. This time it’s Wagner Tuning. Wagner Tuning is a German high-performance auto parts manufacturer, specializing in engine parts such as intake manifolds, exhaust manifolds, downpipes and intercooler kits for a variety of European, American and Japanese car makes and models. Wagner’s racing line of
Total Seal Forms Alliance with Race Winning Brands’ Piston Manufacturers
Officials from Total Seal Piston Rings have announced a new alliance with Diamond, JE and Wiseco Pistons. As part of the partnership, Total Seal piston rings are now available as an upgrade option on any piston from JE Pistons, Wiseco Performance Products or Diamond Pistons. The three performance piston brands are all under the Race
PRI Announces New Marketing Coordinator
Ashton Robinson has joined Performance Racing Industry (PRI) as Marketing Coordinator, where she will support the day-to-day operations of the marketing department for the PRI trade show, held annually in Indianapolis, as well as its monthly publication and associated media. Robinson brings with her a deep passion for motorsports, having been involved with the industry
John Force Racing Signs with Team Mahle
Mahle Aftermarket has announced a multi-year extension of their partnership with John Force Racing. By continuing their partnership with Team Mahle, all four John Force Racing teams will receive Clevite performance engine bearings and Mahle performancepiston rings and will be involved in product testing for new product development. “Our mission is clear at Team Mahle,” says Jon
Mahle Aftermarket Kicks-Off “The Choice of Champions” Technician Promotion
Mahle Aftermarket Inc. has announced the official call-for-entries for the company’s inaugural “Mahle: The Choice of Champions” technician promotion, a premium sweepstakes in which one eligible participant will have the chance to win one of two custom-built vehicles of their choice. Racing and automotive enthusiast legends Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Casey Currie will each undertake
Champion Oil’s 2020 Racing Contingency Program
Champion Oil has announced its 2020 Racing Contingency Program designed to link Champion Racing Motor Oils directly with regional and national racers in most sanctioned racing events in North America. From dirt tracks to asphalt, from road racing to super speedways, from drifting to drag racing; the program includes series like the All-Star Circuit of
PERA Webinar on Engine Bearing Failure Analysis
Join PERA for a webinar on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 10:00 AM CDT. Ron Sledge, Performance and Technical Manager for King Bearings has over 30 years’ experience in automotive engine bearings. In this webinar, Ron will talk about problem solving solutions to engine bearing failures. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information
Yanmar and Smartgyro Announce Marine Partnership
Yanmar, a leading provider of marine engines and propulsion systems, and Smartgyro S.r.l., a gyro stabilization technology company, have announced a strategic partnership. The partnership includes close collaboration between the two companies and an equity investment by Yanmar enabling Smartgyro to accelerate its design, development and launch of a full line-up of highly advanced gyro
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