Racing at Bonneville Speed Week is on for 2020
The Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) has announced the 2020 Bonneville Speed Week will take place as planned at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah on August 8-14. The organization has received all necessary approvals and permits from local health and government associations and will follow protocols set by the Utah Office of the Bureau
A Look Inside Race Cast Engineering
Race Cast Engineering provides engineering and manufacturing services while also producing their own products.
Driven Racing Oil Welcomes Kyle Fickler to its Team
Driven Racing Oil has announced Kyle Fickler as its director of sales and new business development. Fickler will oversee sales, new business development, customer relations and training. Scooter Brothers stated, “We are honored that Kyle has chosen to join Driven Racing Oil. After years of working with Kyle on various industry projects, we are certain
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
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
Get Ready to Apply for PPP and Emergency Disaster Loans
The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives passed legislation to add $320 billion in additional funds to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and $60 billion to the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. SEMA and more than 250 other organizations urged swift action by Congress to replenish program funding. The initial $349 billion funds for PPP and $10 billion for
Company-by-Company Coronavirus Response: Update
Racing businesses and manufacturers have altered production, including making PPEs and medical supply components, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Below are the latest updates on different industry companies’ responses to the pandemic. 3-Dimensional Services GroupLocated near Detroit in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Urgent Plastic Services, a branch of 3-Dimensional Services Group, has halted regular production to
Specialty Aftermarket Industry Largely Open for Business
The majority of businesses in the specialty automotive industry continues to operate during the Coronavirus pandemic. Even with “shelter in place” rules in effect in many states, more than two-thirds of industry businesses have not closed any of their facilities during this time. The findings are from a survey of SEMA member companies conducted April
Coronavirus Spurs Applications for Small Business Loans
The federal government wants to help companies keep their workers on the payroll, as reported by the SEMA Washington, D.C. staff. Under a recently enacted federal law, small businesses may file a “Paycheck Protection Loan” application with local participating banks. These are forgivable loans.The interest rate is 1.0% on a two-year loan backed by the
OEMs Partner with Healthcare Industry to Manufacture Medical Supplies to Fight Coronavirus
Fiat Chrysler, Ford and GM are partnering with healthcare suppliers to ramp up production of critically needed face masks, respirators, ventilators and face shields for healthcare workers and coronavirus patients. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is stepping in to help those at the front line of the coronavirus pandemic by manufacturing and donating
Pistons in 2020
If you’ve got an engine, you want to make more horsepower, and these days, everybody’s got four-digit power levels in mind. Better pistons are one of the key components in being able to achieve those numbers.
Turbocharged 6.4L Powerstroke
Wasatch Diesel Performance covers the gamut when it comes to diesel performance, and can get a mountain of power out of any diesel engine. Case in point is this turbocharged 6.4L Powerstroke the shop built in 2019. Find out why Wasatch Diesel are Powerstroke specialists.
COVID-19 Coronavirus Webinar for Automotive Industry
News about the COVID-19 Coronavirus continues to evolve on a daily basis. SEMA is actively monitoring developments to determine how best to assist members with their businesses. The association is informed by guidance from local, state, national and international health officials, as well as other trade organizations and associations, to ensure following recommended policies and
AMSOL Partners with Banks Power
AMSOIL INC. has announced a strategic partnership with Banks Power where AMSOIL will be the lubricant of choice for all Banks applications, including the new patented Ram-Air differential cover. Banks Power is the premier engineering firm and manufacturer of power-enhancing products for gas- and diesel-powered vehicles. The company is well-known and respected in the automotive enthusiast community for
Calibration Tools – A Measure of Success
It’s all about precision and accuracy, and you rely on your tools and equipment to attain the critical accuracy you need for the quality your customers depend on.
Motovicity Partners with BOOSTane Octane Engineering
The BOOSTane formula is superior to other boosters on the market because it effectively eliminates common sedimentation issues that can clog filters and pumps.
ACT NOW: Tell Congress to Pass the RPM Act and Save Racecars
Protect your right to race! Tell Congress to pass the RPM Act now and stop the EPA from destroying motorsports in 2020.
King Bearing’s Coated Race Bearings to be Exhibited at Autosport UK 2020
Following successful shows at SEMA and PRI, King Engine Bearings is heading on to the AUTOSPORT UK trade show.
Fall Means Fun
When it comes to business, fall is my favorite time of year, but It’s not the pumpkin spice coffee, the changing color of the leaves or the cooler temps. I do love watching football, but what I love about this time of year is what happens in our industry from October to December.
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel
When it comes to restoring classic cars and trucks, many people opt to go with a LS engine as the powerplant. However, Johny G of Johny’s Garage had a customer recently request a Cummins diesel engine for his 1966 Chevy C10, and although it wasn’t what Johny is typically accustomed to, he was happy to oblige. Find out what went into this Chevy C10 and its Cummins R2.8 turbo diesel engine.
