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MAHLE Acquires Transmission Specialist ZG-Zahnrader und Getriebe

MAHLE is taking over the transmission specialist ZG-Zahnräder und Getriebe GmbH, based in Eching, near Munich/Germany. With this step, the technology group MAHLE is further developing its competence in the entire powertrain.

Borowski Wins Race Engine Builder of the Year

How Ken and Joe McCaul Reinvigorated Rockdale, IL’s Borowski Race Engines When opportunity knocks, you answer the door. At least if you’re Ken and Joe McCaul you do, and you’re glad that you did. Joe and Ken are a father and son team who purchased Borowski Race Engines in Rockdale, IL, a suburb of Joliet,

Race Winning Brands Acquires MGP Connecting Rods

Race Winning Brands, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC has announced the acquisition of Giannone Performance Products, Inc. dba MGP Connecting Rods, a premium manufacturer of high-performance aluminum connecting rods. MGP represents the fifth add-on acquisition for Race Winning Brands.

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.

Race Winning Brands Acquires Falicon Crankshaft Components

Race Winning Brands, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC, has announced the acquisition of Falicon Crankshaft Components, Inc, a prominent manufacturer of high performance powersports engine components including crankshafts, connecting rods, camshaft sprockets, and racing clutches.

Melling Has Acquired Preferred Components Inc.

Melling has announced the acquisition of Preferred Components Inc, an aftermarket timing systems supplier. Preferred Components Inc.(PCI), based in the Seattle area, will continue to operate in its current location as a separate division of Melling Tool Company.

Dart Machinery Acquired by Race Winning Brands; Keating Returns as President

Race Winning Brands, Inc. (RWB), a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC has acquired Dart Machinery, LTD (Dart), a performance industry leader and manufacturer of high-performance engine blocks, cylinder heads, and intake manifolds. Dart’s founder, Richard Maskin, will continue to play a leading role within the organization as a partner and Chairman of Research &

All-Aluminum 535 cid Pontiac Engine

We all know this is an industry built on word-of-mouth reputation and recommendation, and no one knows that better than Bill Ceralli of Ceralli Competition Engines. He recently had a customer come to him on a recommendation from All Pontiac to build him this all-aluminum, 535 cid Pontiac engine for drag racing. Find out how this brand new build ended up churning out more than 1,000 hp!

455 Ford Trophy Truck Engine

After 543 miles of endurance desert racing, there are only a handful of engines that complete the journey, unless of course that engine was built by Kevin Kroyer of Kroyer Racing Engines. The engine shop’s 455 Ford Trophy Truck engine nabbed three of the top four spots at the 2018 Baja 500. Find out what goes into making this 455 Ford one tough performance engine.

EFI Modules – Nothing To Be Scared About

I just finished watching my favorite TV show – Discovery Channel’s Street Outlaws. A good portion of each episode is devoted to tuning these 2,000-3,500 hp monsters to get down the street without smoking the tires the entire 1/8th mile. However, you rarely see any hoods open or any adjustments to the engine taking place.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Appoints New CEO

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca officials have announced Timothy P. McGrane as CEO of the County of Monterey-owned facility, effective June 1. McGrane is a lifelong automotive enthusiast with an extensive background in event management, fundraising, and sponsorship acquisition.

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners Acquires Aftermakret Division of Cloyes

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, an operationally focused private equity firm specializing in control investments in lower middle market companies, has acquired the aftermarket division of Cloyes Gear & Products, Inc., a subsidiary of American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc.

BBB Industries Has Acquired Turbo Supply Inc

BBB Industries, LLC, a remanufacturer in the automotive aftermarket, has announced it acquired the assets of Turbo Supply, Inc. The transaction transfers all of Turbo Supply’s production and operation assets, intellectual property, inventory and brands to BBB Industries, LLC.

NASCAR Acquires ARCA in Effort to Grow US Stock Car Racing

In a move designed to strengthen a relationship that dates back more than 60 years, NASCAR has announced the acquisition of the Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA).

Tenneco Signs $5.4B Agreement to Purchase Federal-Mogul

Tenneco has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Federal-Mogul, a leading global supplier to OEMs and the aftermarket for a total consideration of $5.4 billion to be funded through cash, Tenneco equity and assumption of debt.

Edelbrock Names New President/CEO

Industry veteran Don Barry has been named President and CEO of Edelbrock, LLC. Barry joins Edelbrock after most recently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer of ISN, the world’s largest distributor of automotive tools. Prior to ISN, Barry was the President and CEO of The ACCEL Performance Group, which included the ACCEL, Mr. Gasket, and

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.

Alpha Precision Group Acquires Mercury Manufacturing Company

Alpha Precision Group has announced its acquisition of Mercury Manufacturing Company headquartered in Wyandotte, Michigan. With this combination, Alpha Precision Group enhances its presence in the Emission Control, Variable Valve Timing and Variable Cam Timing segments while gaining access to new markets.

Oscilloscope Fundamentals Workshop

This hands-on workshop will explain how to maximize bandwidth, sample rate, memory, and provide an overview on a wide range of scope hardware and software tools and capabilities for analysis and debugging.

CP-Carrillo Acquires Arias Pistons Brand

CP-Carrillo, Inc. and Arias Industries recently announced that CP-Carrillo will acquire the Arias Pistons brand name and trademark, and relocate its piston production to CP-Carrillo’s main manufacturing facility in Irvine, CA.