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
FAST 2020 EFI Training Courses
2 Classes! May 8th & October 16th The perfect course for those considering a switch from carburetors to EFI. Curriculum includes basic terminology, component overview and installation fundamentals for both EZ-EFI and XFI. The class features a live demonstration of an XFI Sportsman system where students get the opportunity to see a system from the first
Jasper Engines & Transmissions Announces Recruiting Program
Jasper Engines & Transmissions, the remanufacturer of drivetrain components based in Jasper, IN, has announced a partnership with Find A Wrench (FAW) to offer tools and services for independent shop owners and dealerships struggling to find technicians, service advisors, and service managers. FAW works with independent shops and businesses across the country to help them
NGK Extends Contract with Megan Meyer & Randy Meyer Racing for 2020
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), INC. has announced a one-year partnership extension with NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster National Champion, Megan Meyer. This continues a decades-long tradition of NGK as the preferred performance spark plug for the Meyer team, as NGK sponsored Meyers’ father and team-owner, Randy Meyer, for many years. “I am so proud to defend
Babcox Media to Host Event to Address the Tech Shortage
Babcox Media and BodyShop Business is inviting the entire collision industry to attend a special event sponsored by the Women’s Industry Network (WIN): “2020 Research Results, Collision Repair Hiring Trends and Opportunities.” The event will be held Wednesday, March 11 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Babcox Media, 3550 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn, Ohio (15
Race Winning Brands Acquires Manley Performance
Race Winning Brands, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC has added yet another acquisition, this time of Manley Performance Products, a top-tier manufacturer of high-performance pistons, connecting rods, crankshafts, and valvetrain components. “We are excited to join the Race Winning Brands team and partner with a group that leads the racing industry in
Renegade Race Fuels Hire Traction Compound Manager
Renegade Race Fuels and Lubricants has announced the addition of Keith Jordan to its race fuel staff. Jordan will serve in the newly created role of Traction Compound Manager for Renegade. Jordan has a over two decades of experience with formulating traction compounds and drag strip prepping. Keith is eager to serve Renegade customers with
SEMA Welcomes Jeff Dahlin as Sales Director
The Specialty Equipment Market Association has hired Jeff Dahlin as an industry sales director to help oversee a portfolio of client accounts and create partnerships for the SEMA Show, Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show, and their accompanying monthly publications and media channels. Staff member Brendan Gillespie was promoted to industry sales manager and Reham
Edelbrock Did Not Sell its Nitrous Business
A recent erroneous report stated that Nitrous Supply acquired Edelbrock, LLC’s nitrous oxide business. Edelbrock is still very much in the nitrous business and merely recently sold inventory to Nitrous Supply. The report was not authorized by Edelbrock and should be disregarded. Furthermore, Edelbrock, LLC is not affiliated with Nitrous Supply other than as a
The Northwest Super Late Model Series is Under New Ownership
Since the inaugural 2014 season, the Northwest Super Late Model Series (NWSLMS) had been under the ownership of Garrett Evans and Evans Racing Enterprises. Evans recently announced an acquisition deal with a group of new owners – the Northwest Super Late Model Tour LLC. With Garrett Evans entering a new phase in his racing career,
Denny Hamlin Defends Daytona 500 Championship
In a double-overtime finish, Denny Hamlin edged out Ryan Blaney to win consecutive Daytona 500s and his third in five years.