Lingenfelter Performance Engineering Partners With Continental Tire
As the “Official Tire” of Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, Continental’s line of performance passenger, light truck and SUV tires, including the ExtremeContact line of tires, will be featured on all vehicles that roll out of the Lingenfelter Performance Engineering shop, including Lingenfelter Signature Series cars and trucks, show cars, street rods and race vehicles.
APRA Says Beware of Big R Show Hotel Reservation Scam
Association says group called Global Housing Management is not associated with APRA. The Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) has issued a warning for Big R show attendees: If you receive a telephone call from Global Housing Management, regarding making your hotel reservation at the Tropicana Hotel for the 2013 Big R Show, this is a
Supreme Court Decides Not To Consider Industry Group’s Challenge Regarding EPA’s E15 Waivers
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers says the Supreme Court’s decision leaves consumers at risk. The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) expressed disappointment after learning that the Supreme Court has decided not to consider the association’s challenge of EPA’s E15 waivers. “The Supreme Court’s decision denies the petitioners their day in court and will have negative
Quaker State Teams Up with Kelley Blue Book as Official Motor Oil
For the first time in its 87-year history, Kelley Blue Book has decided to specify the use of Quaker State oils in all of its long-term test vehicles. Quaker State has been named the official motor oil of Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com) a provider of new and used car information. The relationship will be activated
Historic Vehicles Drive Anti-Ethanol Message to Congress
Joined by Congressional leaders and industry experts, members of the SEMA Action Network (SAN) participated in the “Fuel for Thought” Rally on Capitol Hill. The event raised awareness of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline on automobile engines and the dangers of consumer misfueling. Hosted by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) in partnership with the
Oliver Racing Parts Joins Contingency Connection
Oliver Racing Parts will also be posting first, second and third place certificates as part of the end-of-season sweepstakes valued at $200, $100 and $75, respectively. Oliver Racing Parts, a manufacturer of high-performance connecting rods, has joined Contingency Connection to offer a contingency program for the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA), which includes a network of
Congresswoman Linda Sanchez Visits Egge Machine Company
Congresswoman Sanchez is an advocate for small business and interested in visiting as many California small businesses as possible when she is in California. In Congress, Rep. Sanchez serves on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, which is the chief tax-writing committee in Congress, and she also plays a critical role in federal legislation
Leffler Program Established by USAC Benevolent Foundation
The 501-3C-designated Foundation will also be accepting additional donations earmarked for usage by Jason’s son Charlie Dean and Charlie’s mother Allison. A designated cap amount to be announced by the Board of Directors of the Foundation will also result in additional dollar-for-dollar matching funds for this purpose. "We are devastated by Jason’s loss
SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Results
Evans fills the position held for the past two years by Nate Shelton of B&M Automotive Group. Shelton will begin serving his term as chairman in July. The newly elected SEMA board volunteers are Kyle Fickler of Weld Racing and Tim Watts of Superlift Suspension. Jeff Bates of Bob Cook Sales was re-elected and will
$10,000 Champion ‘King of the Road’ Contest Now Open for Entries
Federal-Mogul has announced that the Champion “King of the Road” online contest, which will award a total of $10,000 to the owners of the hottest and most interesting rides as judged by voters, is now open for entries at www.AlwaysaChampion.com. The “King of the Road” contest is sponsored by Federal-Mogul’s iconic Champion brand of spark plugs,
Longtime Goodson Tech Services Manager to Retire
Tapp, whose last day is June 28, 2013 has been with Goodson Tools & Supplies since April 1992. According to David Monyhan, Goodson Sales Manager, “Jim has been at the heart of many of our new products over the years. He has experience in running his own shop and teaching at a tech school, which
Elgin Receives JASPER Engines & Transmissions Service Award
Elgin has supplied internal engine components to JASPER for more than 60 years and has held Preferred Partner status with the company for 12 years. JASPER relies on Elgin for a broad range of advanced valvetrain products, including pushrods, rocker arms, lifters and valve springs, with a majority of these parts being designed and manufactured