MAHLE Aftermarket Announces Train to Gain Challenge
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently announced the “Train to Gain Challenge” eLearning promotion that gives participants the opportunity to win an array of prizes upon the completion of online product training modules. The five modules are designed to provide essential information about key MAHLE Aftermarket product categories, including engine bearings, gaskets, filters, thermal management, and turbochargers.
Wiseco Announces On Track School Scholarship
Each year, many young racers of the sport of motocross put in countless hours on and off the bike working to pursue their passion while also attempting to evolve their education. The balance of time and effort required between these two major life goals can often be a struggle, but thankfully there are people like
Paretta Autosport Makes Indy 500 Field
Qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 held its reputation for coming down to the wire on “Bump Day” at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The No. 16 Paretta Autosport/Rocket Pro TPO Chevy of Simona De Silvestro was one of five entrants for the 105th annual Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge attempting to grab the final three spots for
Formula Drift Helps At-Risk Youth
Formula Drift has announced a partnership with Acceler8—a California-based automotive education and workforce development program—as part of ongoing community outreach. The Acceler8 program pairs volunteer automotive professionals and law enforcement officers with eligible youth to help provide support and stable adult role models. The program aims to help youth complete school, acquire skills and prepare them
LSI Chemical Adds Business Development & Marketing Manager
LSI Chemical, a manufacturer of high performance oil and fuel additives for downstream oil, gas and diesel fuel production, has announced Thomas Robinson as the company’s new business development and marketing manager. The new position was created in March in response to the company’s rapid growth of new international distributors authorized to sell LSI Chemical
Dayco Bolsters its Aftermarket Expertise
Dayco, an engine products and drive systems specialist for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, has added aftermarket expertise in product management, engineering and sales with five new hires. Fernando Montano joins Dayco as regional sales manager; Brent Cressman as regional business development manager, Heavy Duty; Jon Crawford as product manager, Hydraulics; and Cody Colter and
Standard Motor Products to Award $50,000 in Automotive Scholarships
Standard Motor Products, Inc. has announced the launch of its 2021 scholarship programs consisting of three unique opportunities for 10 students pursuing an education in automotive technology or repair. The seventh annual Intermotor “Import Leader” Automotive Scholarship will present four aspiring import technician students each with a $5,000 scholarship. The fifth annual Blue Streak “Better Then, Better Now”
SEMA Show Announces Plans for New West Hall
SEMA is on track to deliver an exciting in-person SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) November 2-5, 2021. With exhibits included in the LVCC’s newly constructed West Hall, the entire SEMA Show floor plan will be optimized and offers room for new features and enhancements for an improved overall attendee experience. This
Athena Racing Fundraiser to Feature Chip Foose
Athena Racing, a STEM-education program 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides free training for young girls in middle school and high school who are interested in discovering career paths in engineering, design, robotics, driving or business in the automotive, motorsport and transportation industries, has announced it will be hosting a Track Day Fundraiser at Chuckwalla on March
Chuckwalla Valley Raceway Sponsors Athena Racing
Athena Racing has announced Chuckwalla Valley Raceway as the exclusive sponsor of the “Education Track – Driving” for 2021. The sponsorship, beginning immediately, is an ideal fit for both companies. Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CVR) will be instrumental in providing driving education and getting Athenians on-track. The chance to have one student on track, during the
Engine Builder’s 2020 America’s Best Engine Shop Winners
Engine Builder has announced the three winners of its 2020 America’s Best Engine Shops contest, which is broken out into three categories – race, vintage and diesel. The three winners, Late Model Engines (Race), D&J Precision Machine (Diesel) and Precision Engine Machine Co. (Vintage), accepted their awards virtually this year. The Engine Builder brand has
PRI Set for Race Industry Week
While the industry typically gathers at the Indiana Convention Center during the week of the PRI Trade Show, this year’s Race Industry Week will take place entirely online. The program will consist of live presentations from the Race Track Business Conference and the ICMS Annual Congress, followed by three days of new educational seminars from
AIMExpo CONNECT to Provide Virtual Tradeshow Presented by Dairyland
The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) is bringing the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) online for 2021. Presented by Dairyland, AIMExpo CONNECT will be held January 21-22, 2021, bringing the powersports industry together for the first time since the onset of COVID-19. The show will feature an opening keynote address by Erik Pritchard, president and CEO
SEMA360 Has Kicked Off
According to SEMA officials, thousands of industry professionals logged onto www.sema360.com on Nov. 2 to take part in the first day of SEMA360, a five-day online trade-only event where attendees from throughout the world can interact with automotive parts manufacturers, see new trends and products, network, and hear from leaders and experts in the specialty equipment aftermarket industry.
Engine Performance Expo is Latest Online Event
Performance engine industry companies Rottler, Total Seal and Race Winning Brands have announced the formation of the Engine Performance Expo, an interactive, free, online educational event. The Engine Performance Expo will take place on January 7-9, 2021. “With the major trade shows being canceled this year due to the COVID-19 situation, we saw an information exchange
2021 AIMExpo Postponed
Following the third-quarter meeting of the MIC Board of Directors, AIMExpo issued the following statement from Cinnamon Kernes, vice president and general manager, MIC Events: “We have made the difficult decision to postpone the 2021 AIMExpo, the industry’s annual trade show, and while this wasn’t an easy choice it is certainly the right one. “With
BorgWarner Appoints Dr. Shaun McAlmont to Board of Directors
BorgWarner has announced Dr. Shaun E. McAlmont has been named to its Board of Directors. “We are pleased to welcome Shaun to BorgWarner’s Board of Directors,” said Alexis P. Michas, non-executive chairman of the board of BorgWarner. “Shaun is a recognized business leader with significant expertise in the education and workforce development space. His experience,
10 Reasons to be a Diesel Mechanic
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SEMA360 Takes Place This Week
SEMA announced it is offering an online marketplace to allow manufacturers and resellers in the specialty automotive segment to connect and conduct business. Taking place November 2-6, SEMA360 was created after industry members expressed a need for a viable marketplace solution in the absence of the 2020 SEMA Show. “Creating a platform where the industry can gather
Women in Motorsports: Loxley Browne
Loxley Browne is behind Athena Racing, a career development, essential life skills training and peek into the different careers available in the automotive, motorsports and transportation sectors.
