How and Why Engine Builders Buy Engine Brands
The parts you put into your engines and keep on your shelves for resale are far more than just generic automotive components. You need them to be what you need, where you need, when you need. They’re not just plastic and metal inanimate objects – they’re your reputation. Maintaining that reputation for excellence means you
Permatex Names Lee Burtelson as New VP & GM
Permatex, an innovator of chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, has announced several organizational changes in its Automotive Aftermarket (AAM) Group.
Edelbrock Wants Your Old 4-Barrel Carb
From now into 2019, Edelbrock is offering a $50.00 reward for any used four-barrel carburetor when you buy a new Edelbrock AVS2 Series carburetor. The Carburetor Bounty Program is a mail-in rebate only and a check will be processed after Edelbrock receives your old four-barrel carb.
Strategize and Network at PRI 2018
Exclusive conferences and events connect attendees with motorsports professionals from around the world representing all forms of auto racing.
Hot Shot’s Secret Builds New Website
Hot Shot’s Secret, a leading brand of high performance fuel and oil additives, now has a new website that greatly expands the company’s focus on new markets.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Commemorates 100th Anniversary of Fel-Pro Gaskets
Employees and family members celebrated the milestone during an event at Fel-Pro’s engineering, manufacturing and distribution complex in Skokie, IL.
Petty’s Garage Brings Classic Camaro Back to Life
Petty’s Garage Breathes New Life Back Into a Classic Camaro Typically, a 50th birthday party is an occasion to remind the celebrant that his better days are behind him, he’ll never catch up to the younger crowd, that he is, in fact, now over the hill. Luckily for one 50 year old, the attention is
Hot Shot’s Secret Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Awareness
After her mother’s triumphant battle against breast cancer, Amalee Mueller decided to brand her Dodge Cummins powered truck Save The Racks to raise awareness and lend support for a continuing fight against breast cancer. Soon thereafter, Lubrication Specialties Inc., manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret, announced they would support her cause by donating funds for each pass made by Mueller in her Super Diesel race truck.
Race Winning Brands Adds Ross Berlanga as Director of Advertising
Race Winning Brands, a manufacturer of high-performance parts for the automotive and powersports aftermarkets, has enlisted longtime industry executive Ross Berlanga to lead its promotional efforts and has named him the director of advertising.
Featured Products Showcase to Return for 2018 PRI Show
Following a successful launch last year, the Featured Products Showcase will return to the 2018 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show, December 6-8 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.
Mayhew Tools Announces Wayne Smith as Western Regional Sales Manager
In this new role, Smith will be responsible for managing the premium hand tool manufacturer’s sales teams throughout Western United States.
Dayco Names Angela Golden USA Head of Marketing
Dayco Products, LLC has announced the appointment of Angela Golden as the new head of marketing. Golden will lead all automotive and industrial aftermarket marketing efforts in the United States.
WD-40 Company Searches for Trade Professionals
WD-40 Company is recruiting members in the automotive, construction, farming, maintenance, repair and operations fields to provide input on new WD-40 Brand products and uses, and to learn how to further help users get the job done right.
Royal Purple Will ‘Pump Up the Purple’ to Support Lupus Awareness Month
Royal Purple Synthetic Oil is the Official Oil of the Mazda Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires and will once again headline all six rounds of competition at the hallowed Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 11 and 12.
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces NHRDA World Finals VIP Trip Giveaway
The lucky winner will receive two VIP tickets to the World Finals October 12 and 13 in Ennis, TX, a luxury box suite in Texas Motorplex Tower, catered food and beverages at the event, two tickets for the year-end banquet, NHRDA and Hot Shot’s Secret swag, in addition to two round-trip flights, accommodation for two nights, rental car, two 2019 NHRDA memberships, and participation in a Diesel TV interview.
Lubrication Specialties Inc. Announces Brian Merz as Director of National Account Sales
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand fuel and oil additives, has announced the addition of Brian Merz as the company’s Director of National Account Sales. Merz previously served as senior key account manager for Idemitsu Lubricants America in Cleveland.
Grand Prize Winners in Champion’s ‘Search for a Champion’ Contest Announced
Mason Ludwig, a 15-year-old rising star in Late Model class racing, and Jon Corral, a radio producer and hot rod restoration enthusiast, are the grand prize winners in the 2018 “Search for a Champion” sponsorship contest from Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Champion brand.
Share Your Fel-Pro Stories as Part of the Brand’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
In celebration of Fel-Pro’s 100th anniversary, Federal-Mogul Motorparts is encouraging automotive technicians, engine builders, parts specialists, racers, enthusiasts and other customers to help chronicle the stories behind the brand by sharing “100 Stories in 100 Hours.”
Edelbrock’s 2018 Performance Catalog
Edelbrock LLC has announced the release of its 2018 Automotive Performance Catalog. Edelbrock’s 2018 Automotive Performance Catalog can be ordered free of charge from its website.
IPD Names New President
Industrial Parts Depot, an aftermarket provider of engine components for heavy-duty diesel and natural gas powered engines, has named Michael J. Badar as IPD’s new president.
