MAHLE Clevite Inc. Names Max Dull to Lead New Tool & Equipment Division
Before joining MAHLE, Dull was a business consultant assisting manufacturers and distributors in the automotive aftermarket. MAHLE Clevite Inc. has announced the appointment of Max Dull as general manager for its new division specializing in the tool and equipment segment. A well-respected aftermarket leader with more than 30 years of industry experience, Dull will report directly to MAHLE
Some Motor Oil Gets Failing ‘Grade’
API purchased and tested more than 1,800 motor oils dispensed from bulk tanks over the last five years and nearly 20 percent of the bulk oil samples tested failed to meet API standards. The American Petroleum Institute (API) has evaluated results from its annual motor oil testing program and determined that almost 1 in 5 samples of
Future of Engine Building: Industry Forecast
The more things change, the more they stay the same As we entered into the new millennium, the industry had an optimistic, yet cautious outlook as to what the future held for the production engine remanufacturers and custom engine rebuilders. When we asked various industry insiders this month to look into their crystal spheres, past
Executive Interview With Jon Douglas, General Manager, MAHLE Clevite
AftermarketNews recently sat down with Jon Douglas, general manager of MAHLE Clevite. A 20-year veteran of the MAHLE Group, Douglas was named GM of Mahle Clevite this past July and shares some of his short- and long-term goals for the business. aftermarketNews sat down with Jon Douglas, general manager of MAHLE Clevite. A 20-year veteran of
MSD Performance Initiates Voluntary Chapter 11 Process to Complete an Orderly Sale
Through the Chapter 11 filing, MSDP seeks to preserve continuity, to the greatest extent possible, for its customers, employees and business partners while it continues discussions with potential buyers to secure the highest and best outcome for its businesses MSD Performance, Inc. today announced that to address liquidity needs and facilitate a restructuring, the company
Sassy Engines Builds Attitude
Knox family has success from drag racing to tractor pulling with Hemi engine power for 45 years Located in the quiet countryside of Weare, NH, is an engine shop that for over 30 years has been building some of the most powerful Hemi engines in the competitive world of truck and tractor pulling. Sassy Racing
Down the Road: Nissan Titan to Get New Cummins V8 Turbo Diesel
With a torque rating in the mid-500s (lb-ft) and more than 300 horsepower, the Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel will provide light truck customers the combination of towing capacity and mileage that is expected in the highly-competitive North American truck marketplace. At the kickoff of Nissan 360, an industry showcase of Nissan’s global product and
SEMA Opens Phase Two of SoCal Innovation Facility to Serve $31 Billion Auto Accessory Market
The SEMA Garage is a one-of-a-kind, 15,000-square-foot facility featuring high-tech labs, tools and equipment. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), the organization representing the $31 billion specialty automotive industry, opened phase two of its automotive innovation facility in Southern California, in conjunction with Collector Car Appreciation Day on June 12. Located at SEMA headquarters near
Vintage Engine Goodies
There are probably a million ways to dress-up a classic show car’s engine. You can add colorful spark plug wires to any vintage motor. You can install Chevy Orange logo valve covers on any 1958-’86 slant edge small-block Chevy. You can get a universal-fit Airbox air cleaner with a blue HPR filter, for muscle cars
Racing Industry Pioneer Harvey Crane Passes Away
Harvey Crane, Jr. was born in Hallandale, FL, August 17, 1931. He discovered hot rods at age 13, and opened Crane Engineering on January 1, 1953, in a rented corner of his dad’s shop. After initially struggling, the business came alive in the early ’60s. Crane’s passing came peacefully, with his daughter Susan Farris, at
Hastings Manufacturing Company Acquired by RFE Investment Partners
Hastings Manufacturing Company, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, has announced its acquisition by RFE Investment Partners, together with management. The firm currently manages more than $450 million in committed capital. “We are very excited to partner with RFE Investment Partners and continue to grow the business,” commented Bob Kollar, president and
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: May 2013
Using Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Head Gaskets As the name implies, MLS gaskets are constructed from 2 to 5 layers (depending upon the application) of heat treated stainless steel. Each layer is separated by a thin layer of a nitrile rubber coating. They have also been embossed in key areas to aid the sealing process, and to
Strategies For Success in Building a World-Class Shop
We are in an era whereas with each passing day technology is making pricing more accessible
Ready for a Diesel Resurgence?
Diesel engine building will soon see an increase in numbers – very soon! Why do I say that? In an effort to eliminate smoking engines and reduce emissions, the EPA came down hard on tuner manufacturers just a few months ago, issuing warning/cease notices on diesel particulate filters (DPF) and EGR delete tunes/kits.
Racepak Names Burgess Product Manager
Burgess, who is co-owner of BMI Racing, will be in charge of managing and marketing the Racepak brand. Racepak, which focuses exclusively on securing and acquiring meaningful data with their data acquisition products, will expand its global marketing-focus with Burgess spearheading this effort. "The expansion of our marketing focus strengthens our ability to continue
MSD Takes Innovation Honors at Hot Rod Show; Announces Staff Promotions
MSD’s Atomic EFI LS System earned the accolade of Best New Product in the Engine Components Category at the recent Hot Rod & Restoration Trade Show, which only gives out seven Innovation Awards (one for each different category). "The response to our new Atomic LS has been nothing short of spectacular. Adding this award on
Nickels Performance Opens Fourth Distribution Center
Based in Piney Flats, TN, Nickels Performance has opened its fourth U.S. distribution center. The new Kansas City, MO, warehouse marks Nickels’ fourth distribution center in the United States. “Forty percent of the United States can now take advantage of Nickels’ next-day service area,” said Ryan Gebhardt, Director of Purchasing and Marketing at Nickels
Q&A With Dirt Late Model Engine Builders
Fact: There are more than 700 dirt tracks in this country and a vast number of them have some type of a Dirt Late Model (DLM) series. Some even have multiple DLM classes. In addition, there are dozens of traveling series headed by the top-gun Lucas and World of Outlaw groups. They support a
PRW Announces New Hires, Moves To New Location
PRW Industries, Inc. has announced a new addition, Chris Roberts, who has been named product manager. Roberts is a 17 year veteran in the automotive aftermarket and is responsible for new products and quality control. Roberts has an extensive background in the performance aftermarket in product management, research and development as well as sales. He
New President Tapped For Prestolite Performance
Prestolite Performance,a performance auto parts manufacturer of brands including Mr. Gasket, ACCEL, ACCEL Motorcycle, Hays, Lakewood, Mallory, Mallory Marine and Prestolite Proconnect, has named Don Barry as its new president. Barry stated that he plans to accelerate Prestolite Performance growth through a focus on new products, brand marketing and world-class customer service. "Prestolite