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FCP Euro Partners with 034Motorsport for the 2018-2019 Pirelli World Challenge Seasons
FCP Euro and 034Motorsport team up to campaign a pair of VW GTI TCR's for the 2018-2019 Pirelli World Challenge seasons. - February 01, 2018 - FCP Euro
RemoteKEY Comfort Module from Mods4cars for BMW 1 Series / 3 Series in a New Casing
The RemoteKEY comfort control for the BMW models 1 and 3 Series will now be delivered in a new casing. The retrofit module from the company Mods4cars provides a higher operating comfort with smart functions. Among other features, windows and sunroof can be operated via the original remote control. - February 01, 2018 - Mods4cars
FCP Euro Partners with LIQUI MOLY for 2018-2019 Pirelli World Challenge Campaign
FCP Euro is proud to announce a new long-term partnership with LIQUI MOLY for the 2018-2019 Pirelli World Challenge seasons. FCP Euro has purchased two new 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCRs to campaign in PWC’s new TCR class. The cars will be piloted by FCP Euro’s own Marketing & Brand... - January 26, 2018 - FCP Euro
Going Green with Infrared
Infrared paint curing and how it also has a Green side. - January 21, 2018 - B-TEC Systems Inc.
FCP Euro Enters Two Volkswagen GTI TCRs in The 2018 Pirelli World Challenge Season
FCP Euro is proud to announce their entry of two Volkswagen GTI TCRs in the 2018 Pirelli World Challenge season. After a successful year sponsoring Rooster Hall Racing’s BMW M235iR in the TC class with 2017 Rookie of the Year Anthony Magagnoli at the wheel, FCP Euro is looking to continue... - January 19, 2018 - FCP Euro
SmartTOP Roof Module by Mods4cars is Now Available for the Lamborghini Huracán Spyder
SmartTOP, the additional convertible top control for the Lamborghini Huracán Spyder is now available. The retrofit comfort module by Mods4cars allows the folding top to be opened and closed remotely via the original vehicle key. In addition, the roof can be operated via the interior button via one-touch. Cumbersome pressing is thereby eliminated. - January 13, 2018 - Mods4cars
CougarShield™ Completes Successful Exhibition with Close of 34th Thailand International Motor Expo 2017
CougarShield™ celebrates successful exhibition after 13-day long exhibition in the 34th Thailand International Motor Expo 2017 with 1.36 million visitors. - December 31, 2017 - CougarShield International
Ability Center Acquires Accessible Mobility Center of Santa Rosa
Largest Western US Mobility Dealer Grows to 14 Locations - December 30, 2017 - Ability Center
CougarShield™ Participates in The 34th Thailand International Motor Expo 2017
CougarShield™ exhibited in Thailand at the 34th Thailand Motor Expo 2017, located at the IMPACT Challenger 1-3, Muang Thong Thani on November 29 (Wednesday). - December 25, 2017 - CougarShield International
SmartTOP Convertible Top Control for Mazda MX-5 RF Enables Top Operation via One-Touch
As of now, the retrofit SmartTOP convertible top control from the company Mods4cars is available for the new Mazda MX-5 RF. It allows for the top to be opened and closed while driving via One-Touch. A short tap of the button activates the automatic movement of the retractable hardtop. - December 16, 2017 - Mods4cars
CougarShield™ Completes Successful Exhibition in Riyadh Motor Show
CougarShield™ celebrates successful exhibition after 4-day exhibition in the Riyadh Motor Show with more than 65,000 unique visitors. - December 14, 2017 - CougarShield International
President Electronics USA Introduces the "Ronald" AM FM 10/12 Meter Radio
The Ronald is capable of 50+ watts PEP, with AM/FM, DW, Mic Gain, RF Gain, 2 Emergency Channels, NB/ANL, President’s unique ASC (Automatic Squelch Control), Scan, Talkback, Public Address, Echo, 7 Color Display and much more. - December 09, 2017 - President Electronics USA
GGBAILEY Offers High Quality Custom-Fit Mats for the Holidays to be Enjoyed Everyday
The Holiday season is here, which means gift-giving season is in high gear. GGBAILEY.com has a variety of car and trunk mat options for most automotive makes and models. GGBAILEY offers the highest quality, custom-fit car mats with a wide variety of designs available, including: · Design... - December 07, 2017 - GGBAILEY
CougarShield™ Establishes First Full Fledged Outlet in Singapore
CougarShield International and Erik Car Coating (Singapore) announce strategic partnership to bring customers in Singapore the innovative high performance products of CougarShield™ coatings. - December 06, 2017 - CougarShield International
TFI Envision Turbocharges the Automotive Communications Awards
The Women in Auto Care selected TFI Envision, Inc. as the winner of two Automotive Communications Awards in the categories: “Ad – Best Use of Graphic to Either Distribution/Retail or Technician/Repair Audience” and “B2B – YouTube Video.” The awards were... - December 02, 2017 - TFI Envision, Inc.
SmartTOP Retractable Hard Top Control Now Available for the McLaren 650s Spider
As of now the SmartTOP retractable hard top control from the manufacturer Mods4cars is also available for the McLaren 650S Spider. The retrofit Cabriolet module allows the operation of the retractable hard top while driving via One-Touch. In addition, the top can be opened and closed remotely via the vehicles key. - December 02, 2017 - Mods4cars
Rust Bullet, LLC Introduces AUTOMOTIVE-Low VOC Coating
AUTOMOTIVE-Low VOC: High Performance Corrosion Protection for Cars, Trucks and all Vehicles - December 01, 2017 - Rust Bullet, LLC
Supercar Saturdays Florida at Lamborghini Broward
Join Lamborghini Broward at Supercar Saturdays Florida, a monthly gathering of over 400 exotic car enthusiasts, held on the 2nd Saturday of every month, 10am-1pm, at Lamborghini Broward, Davie Florida. It is free to everyone. - November 28, 2017 - Supercar Saturdays Florida
CougarShield™ Participates in Riyadh Motor Show 2016
CougarShield™ participates in the Riyadh Motor Show 2016; the 30th International Exhibition for Motor Vehicles, located at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center from 29th November to 2nd December 2016. - November 22, 2017 - CougarShield International
SmartTOP Additional Soft Top Control is Now Available for the New Audi A5 Cabriolet
As of now, the retrofit SmartTOP convertible top control from the manufacturer Mods4cars is available for the new Audi A5 Cabriolet. The SmartTOP Cabriolet module enables the operation of the soft top with just one push of a button. In addition, the roof can be opened and closed remotely via the existing key fob. - November 11, 2017 - Mods4cars
Unwrap the Holiday Feeling with the Ultimate Platinum Card from East Coast Defender
Just in time for the holidays, Santa’s favorite Automotive Group, East Coast Defender, has announced that it will be releasing a limited number of E.C.D. Ultimate Platinum Cards, valued at Two-hundred Thousand Dollars each, to rev-up your gift giving this holiday season. The E.C.D. Ultimate... - November 10, 2017 - East Coast Defender
Kathrein RFID and Tönnjes E.A.S.T. Conclude Cooperation Agreement
Kathrein, a leading international specialist for reliable, high-quality communication technologies, is starting a global collaboration in the field of electronic vehicle identification (EVI) with Tönnjes E.A.S.T., the leading German licence plate manufacturer. Both companies have been working... - November 03, 2017 - J.H. Tönnjes E.A.S.T.
Radiator Genie Announces Multi-Lingual Packaging at AAPEX 2017
Radiator Genie, the only air and water cleaning wand on the market that's specifically designed to clean radiators of all types and keep engine cooling systems at peak working condition, today announced new multi-lingual packaging in English, Spanish, and French to support global growth initiatives... - October 30, 2017 - Radiator Genie
SmartTOP Soft Top Control for Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet from Mods4cars
The new SmartTOP soft top control for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet (A205) is now available. The retrofitted comfort module from Mods4cars makes it possible to open and close the convertible roof from a distance via the original vehicle key. In addition, the top can be operated within the vehicles interior with One-Touch. The soft top button no longer has to be continuously held down. - October 28, 2017 - Mods4cars
Badger Truck Center Recognized as Top Privately Held Business with Deloitte Wisconsin 75 Award
Badger Truck Center wins Deloitte 75 Award 13 years running. - October 26, 2017 - Badger Truck Center
A New Start-Up Company Aims to Help Automotive Consumers Receive Refunds for Extended Warranties, Gap Insurance, Maintenance Plans and More
Car Buyers That Have Sold, Traded, Refinanced or Totaled Their Car Within the Last 6 Years Might Just be Owed a Refund. According to MyWarrantyRefund.com, a consumer rights service, tens of millions of dollars in pro-rated warranty refunds go unclaimed every year. - October 25, 2017 - MyWarrantyRefund.com
Old World Industries and TFI Envision – A Colorful Match
Old World Industries, LLC (OWI) selected TFI Envision, Inc. to create the introductory sales kit vehicle for an important new product line launch: the PEAK Original Equipment Technology™ Extended Life Antifreeze + Coolant. This new product line allows the import car owner to select the color... - October 25, 2017 - TFI Envision, Inc.
VerifactoTM, a Leading Provider of Insurance Tracking and Risk Management Company, Announces the Launch of a Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) Technology
VerifactoTM is excited to announce this new technology empowers auto finance companies, auto dealers, credit unions, and banks to quickly pinpoint customers in default on their insurance and effectively place CPI while compliance is monitored by the software. - October 20, 2017 - Verifacto.com
VINCarHistory Changes Brand Name to “FAXVIN”
VINCarHistory has changed its name to “FAXVIN” which has come to effect from the 6th of this month. The company offers complete report on third-party validated vehicle history for any used vehicle across USA and District of Columbia. - October 17, 2017 - FAXVIN
The American Team Wins Big at the 2017 International Automotive Technicians Challenge!
In a truly stunning outcome, Team U.S.A. took first, second, and third place at the 2017 International Technicians Challenge in Poland. The American team was sponsored by SSF Imported Auto Parts, which tested automotive technicians from across the nation to assemble three finalists who made the U.S. - October 03, 2017 - SSF Imported Auto Parts LLC
Quadratec Inc. Announces New CEO
Quadratec, Inc. (www.quadratec.com), a worldwide leader in providing Jeep® aftermarket parts and accessories, today announced the appointment of Ted Wentz III as Chief Executive Officer effective October 2. Quadratec’s founder Ted Wentz Jr., will remain active as Chairman of the Board and... - September 30, 2017 - Quadratec
Mods4cars RemoteKEY Comfort Control for Porsche Now in a New Housing
The RemoteKEY comfort control for the Porsche models 997 Carrera Coupe, 987 Cayman and 987 Boxster now has a new housing. Mods4cars retrofit module, with smart features, provides higher user comfort. Among other things, windows can be operated via the original remote control. - September 30, 2017 - Mods4cars
TFI Envision Delivers Two Standard® Diesel Ad Campaigns
Standard Motor Products turned again to TFI Envision to develop an ad campaign for their Standard® Diesel brand. TFI Envision created a powerful ad campaign to position the Standard® Diesel brand as the "go to" line of diesel auto parts with an extensive line of unique products... - September 14, 2017 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Australian Made Pick Up Camper Company Trayon Campers Go International
Purpose built lightweight slide on pickup campers for expeditions, overland adventure or weekend trips. A Trayon Camper is a rugged, sealed, waterproof box which slides on to the back of a pickup truck with a flat bed tray. It has everything one needs for extended trips into the wilderness. A family owned Australian company with past customers who are global explorers. Travelling to Africa, Canada, and the Arctic Circle. Find out more. - September 10, 2017 - Trayon Campers
Tech-Bond Solutions Announces a Breakthrough in Car Plastic Repair so Repairing Bumper Covers, Tabs, Etc. is No Longer a Problem
Tech Bond’s Bonding Poly Process™, a solution that took sixteen years to perfect, repairs torn or punctured bumper covers, cracked grills, broken headlamp tabs, trim pieces, etc., quickly, easily and permanently. - September 08, 2017 - Tech-Bond Solutions
SmartTOP Additional Soft Top Control Now Available for the New Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Mods4cars SmartTOP convertible control system for the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class (A217) cabriolet is now available. The retrofitted comfort module allows the opening and closing of the roof via the original vehicle key from a distance. In addition, the roof can be operated via the interior button with One-Touch. The cumbersome pressing of the interior button is thereby removed. - September 02, 2017 - Mods4cars
Quadratec Debuts Exclusive Automatic Mirror Movers for Jeep Wranglers with Power Heated Mirrors
Quadratec Inc., a worldwide retail leader of Jeep® aftermarket parts and accessories, today announced the release of its latest groundbreaking product - the Quadratec Automatic Billet Aluminum Mirror Movers for Wranglers equipped with factory power and heated mirrors. This exclusive game... - August 27, 2017 - Quadratec
SmartTOP Add-on Roof Top Control by Mods4cars is Now Available for Ferrari 488 Spider
As of now, the SmartTOP soft top control from the manufacturer Mods4cars is also available for the Ferrari 488 Spider. The retrofit cabriolet module allows the opening and closing of the roof via the car key. In addition, the convertible top can be operated by one-touch while driving. - August 12, 2017 - Mods4cars
McGuire Enterprises Launches Curb Ramp™ - An Eco-Friendly Driveway Ramp for Lowered Cars
McGuire Enterprises LLC announces a new addition to their line of green products - Curb Ramp™: a do-it-yourself (DIY) driveway ramp for lowered cars. Made from recycled tires, this steep driveway solution provides a smooth transition between your driveway and street while reducing tire landfill waste. The first in their line of products outside the commercial roofing industry, Curb Ramp™ is manufactured and distributed by United Asphalt, a leader in the roofing industry for more than 50 years. - August 10, 2017 - Curb Ramp™
President Electronics USA Introduces the “JFK II A+” - A New 10 Meter Radio
President Electronics, the world wide leader of CB Radios in the world announced today the launch of their new 10 Meter Radio the “JFK II A+” arriving North America later this month. The JFK II A+ is capable of 50+ watts PEP, with AM/FM, Mic Gain, RF Gain, NB/ANL, President’s... - August 05, 2017 - President Electronics USA
President Electronics USA Introduces the "Andy AM USA" ~ a 12/24V CB Radio
President Electronics, the worldwide leader of CB Radios in the world announced today the launch of their new 12/24V CB Radio ~ the “Andy AM USA” arriving in North America later this month. The Andy features a large multi-function 7 color LCD display, programmable emergency channel, PA... - August 05, 2017 - President Electronics USA
Pluss Corporation is Now an Employee Owned Company
Pluss Corporation, a leading producer and provider of resource management software for Repair Shops and Dealers in the Truck, Heavy-Equipment and Emergency Equipment Market, is thrilled to announce that it is now an employee-owned company. Through the purchase of shares previously held by the... - August 04, 2017 - Pluss Corporation
INKAS® Partners with Kore Design Studio to Exclusively Manufacture Its Unique Products
An exclusive agreement for manufacturing of carbon fiber products has been finalized between INKAS® Group of Companies and Kore Design Studio. - August 03, 2017 - INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing
FCP Euro Launches New Pickup Center at Milford, CT Headquarters
FCP Euro launches new pick up option for online customers. - August 02, 2017 - FCP Euro
Blue-Garuda Mobile Accessories to Remind Customers of Their Free 1-Year Extended Warranty But Only for the First 500 Customers
Vehicle accessories manufacturer, Blue-Garuda would like to remind customers that the first 500 who buy their Car Seat Side Pocket will receive a free 1-Year Extended Warranty. The reason for offering customers this extended warranty is in celebration of launching their latest product which is available to buy now on Amazon. - July 28, 2017 - Blue-Garuda
CougarShield™ Establishes Strategic Partnership in Oman
CougarShield International and Ozone Oman forges strategic partnership to bring in CougarShield™ Titanium coatings to Oman. - July 28, 2017 - CougarShield International
SMP Taps TFI Envision for Blue Streak® and Intermotor® Scholarships
Standard Motor Products, Inc. selected TFI Envision, Inc. to develop the graphics for their Standard Blue Streak® “Stronger Than Ever” Automotive Scholarship Contest. The inaugural contest, which ran through June 30, 2017, will present two up-and-coming students with a $5,000... - July 15, 2017 - TFI Envision, Inc.
B-TEC Systems Tests All Major Automotive Paint Brands
B-TEC Systems are completing tests of all the major paint brands to confirm urethane curing times. The brands being tested include Axalta, BASF, Sikkens, Sherwin Williams and PPG. - July 07, 2017 - B-TEC Systems Inc.
Uber Rare Factory PORSCHE 993 Series GT2 Evo, 1 of Only 11 Produced to Tour with Festivals of Speed
A highly sought after and very rare 993 series PORSCHE GT2 EVO will be going on tour with the Festivals of Speed this summer and throughout the 2017-2018 season. The car which was produced by the PORSCHE factory and is just one of eleven made features a twin turbocharged 3.6L flat-6 engine factory rated at 600 HP with 490 ft. lbs. torque. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. - July 03, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
SmartTOP Convertible Top Module for Mercedes-Benz C-Class & S-Class Available Soon
The retrofit SmartTOP roof control by the manufacturer Mods4cars, for both of the new Mercedes-Benz models of the C-Class and S-Class will be available from August 2017 onwards. Thanks to the SmartTOP module, the convertible top can be operated via one-touch while driving. In addition, opening and closing of the top is made possible via the existing key fob. - July 01, 2017 - Mods4cars