Rhiag-Inter Auto Parts Acquired by LKQ
The business was acquired with funds from private equity investment group Apax Partners. Rhiag operates through 247 distribution centers and 10 warehouses, and serves more than 100,000 professional clients.
Holley Named Manufacturer of the Year by KY Association for Manufacturers
Bowling Green’s Holley Performance Products was named Manufacturer of the Year by the Kentucky Association for Manufacturers (KAM) at the 2015 KAM Manufacturer and Employee of the Year Awards ceremony.
Holley Performance Products Acquires MSD Group
Holley Performance Products has announced the acquisition of the El Paso, TX-based MSD Group. The MSD Group includes brands such as MSD, Mr. Gasket, Accel, Superchips, Edge, Racepak, Mallory, Hays, QuickTime and Lakewood.
Bischoff Racing Engines
Bischoff’s is the largest engine-building facility we have visited. Bischoff started the organization two decades ago with the main emphasis at the time on rebuilding stock engines. Over the years, the attention to performance kept increasing.
BorgWarner Acquires Remy International
Remy International has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by BorgWarner, a leading, global supplier of engineered components and systems for powertrains.
MSDP Group Acquires ACCEL Performance Group
MSDP Group LLC, a global leader in vehicle aftermarket performance ignition and tuning technology, has announced that it has acquired ACCEL Performance Group, a prominent performance aftermarket parts manufacturer, with brands including ACCEL, Mr. Gasket, Mallory Ignition, Lakewood, QuickTime and Hays brands.
Consider a Dyno/Flow Bench for Your Shop
Any engine builder that is doing performance work or high volume engine building can benefit from owning an engine dynamometer. A dyno is not just a tool for plotting horsepower and torque curves. It’s also a tuning tool for plotting and adjusting fuel mixture and ignition calibration, a quality control tool to assure proper engine break-in, valvetrain adjustments and to verify compression, ring seating and gasket sealing. It can also be used as a performance and/or durability research tool.
Choosing the Correct Camshaft for the Build
Choosing a particular type of camshaft for an engine build is an important decision that has to be made before any other parts are ordered or machined. Choosing a cam requires answering some basic questions, the most important of which is the engine application itself.
Company Innovations
While technology in general was the primary answer to what innovations helped grow the industry over the past 50 years, when asked about innovations within their own companies that have helped the industry, the answers were more specific to certain engine parts. “Over the years a number of Sunnen innovations have been standards of the
Melling / Dura-Bond
The Melling story began in 1946 in Jackson, MI, when George Melling Sr. and his son Ben started production of aftermarket oil pumps. In 1952 they introduced the first high-volume oil pump, which revolutionized the automotive aftermarket industry for oil pumps. In 1975, Harry Melling took over the company as the third generation president. Harry’s
Engine Builder 50th Anniversary
The next time you’re on a TV game show or playing trivia with friends, and the question is, “What is the most significant month in the history of the transportation industry?” let me suggest that you answer, “October 1964.” May I present the evidence for my argument? October 1, 1964: The world’s first high-speed rail
ACL Distribution Acquires ACL Bearing Company
ACL Distribution, Inc. has announced the acquisition of the assets of ACL Bearing Company of Tasmania, Australia. ACL Distribution of Grand Rapids, MI, is a manufacturer and distributor of engine bearings for the automotive aftermarket.
National Performance Warehouse Acquires Engine Rebuilders Warehouse
In its first acquisition of 2014, National Performance Warehouse (NPW) has purchased Engine Rebuilders Warehouse (ERW), one of Florida’s largest traditional and performance engine parts businesses. Engine Rebuilders Warehouse has been in business since 1980 serving machine shops, engine builders and jobbers in Florida. ERW is a specialist in marketing and selling engine related parts
HP Tuners Acquires Race Render LLC
HP Tuners has announced that it has purchased Race Render LLC, including Race Render, Track Addict, Bench Racer and Quick PIP products. Race Render is the leading PC based application that allows a user to synch data to video. Track Addict is a mobile Application that allows a user to display data on their iPhone/iPad
Motor State Distributing Adds Pacer Performance to its Brands
Pacer Performance Products has been manufacturing the highest quality accessories for the automotive aftermarket since 1966. Pacer Performance product line includes; exterior chrome accessories, fender flares, auxiliary LED lighting, body and bed protection. Motor State offers the entire Pacer Performance product line. For more information: http://www.motorstate.com
Spectra Premium Engine Customer Satisfaction Warranty
Spectra Premium Industries has announced a customer satisfaction warranty on its Mass Air Flow Sensors, Ignition Coils, Distributors, CAM & Crank Sensors and Synchronizers, effective immediately. Spectra Premium strives to provide premium quality products and excellent after-sales support, therefore this warranty will ensure customers are satisfied with their Engine Management products. “With our recent acquisition
Schumann’s Puts Wet Sump Oil Pump Program Up for Sale
Verne Schumann has been around racing since the mid-‘50s. He knows a thing or two about the industry and so does his business, Schumann’s Sales & Service, Inc., an engine parts supplier located in Blue Grass, IA, which Verne founded in 1970. Now, nearly 45 years later, Verne and his wife are beginning to ponder
Top 5 Reasons Business Deals Fall Apart, And How To Prevent It
A business sale requires the full attention and cooperation of the seller. Take your vacation before putting the business on the market. Then be prepared to dig in, be available and be actively involved in the stages of the selling process. Once it’s sold, then it’s time for that trip of a lifetime. Your engine
Beck/Arnley Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary
Having reached the milestone of their 100th year in business, Beck/Arnley has marked the historic event with a variety of celebrations and materials celebrating their first century. “We are very proud that Beck/Arnley still carries on the strong business traditions established by Irving Beck in 1914,” said Sandy Norris, director of marketing. “We have adapted
Executive Q&A: Max Dull, MAHLE Tool & Equipment Division
Max Dull joined MAHLE Clevite, Inc. in 2013 and serves as the general manager of the company’s newly formed division to address the tool and equipment industry. Through its RTI brand, the division develops and distributes automotive maintenance equipment including air conditioning service, fluid exchange and nitrogen tire inflation systems into the repair shop equipment
