Automotive Aftermarket News
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Angel Automotive Group Finds an Angel
Angel Automotive Group, Inc finds an equity partner in VisionQuest Capital, a Raleigh-based Acquisition Firm. The announcement of this acquisition occurred Thursday afternoon, January 24, 2013, but the terms of the deal with VisionQuest Capital were not disclosed. Angel Automotive Group, Inc... - January 28, 2013 - VisionQuest Capital
Raleigh Car Dealership and Related Finance Company Sold to VisionQuest Capital
Angel Acceptance, LLC, a Related-Finance Company (RFC) and Raleigh Auto Park, better known as James Taylor Autopark, LLC was acquired and consolidated into a holding company called Angel Automotive Group, Inc by Raleigh-based Acquisition Firm, VisionQuest Capital. The acquisition was announced... - January 28, 2013 - VisionQuest Capital
VehicleInstallers.com Launches New Referral Business
VehicleInstallers.com, the Internet’s premier directory of GPS tracking and aftermarket electronics installation services, announced the launch of their new referral-based business model, which remains free to fleet operators and consumers alike. - January 25, 2013 - VehicleInstallers.com
Economic Climate Spurs New Car Care Services for Overland Park Auto Detailing Shop
Despite a mediocre year for car sales in the Kansas City region an Overland Park based auto detailing shop has seen a tremendous jump in the special services they offer new cars. KC Detailing reports they’ve sold more new car packages in the last two months than in the whole of the previous year. - January 25, 2013 - KC Detailing
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Mercedes-Benz SL R231 Now Available
The aftermarket convertible top module offered by automotive electronics specialist Mods4cars is now available for the new Mercedes-Benz SL R231. It allows drivers to open and close the top while the car is moving at slow speeds with the touch of a button. Additionally the top can be operated from the original key fob remote with one-touch convenience. A custom designed plug-and-play wiring adapter is part of the kit. - January 24, 2013 - Mods4cars
Carkhana Launches Blackcat Reverse Parking Systems for Retail Online in India
Carkhana.com, India’s leading E-commerce portal for Automotive Industry announces launch of Blackcat reverse parking systems for retail online in India. With the announcement of this partnership, Blackcat’s internationally popular range of reverse cameras, and parking systems will be... - January 20, 2013 - carkhana.com
Steffens Automotive, the Makers of Fold-a-Cover Products, Has Launched a New Website for Their Style Step Step Tubes
Steffens Automotive, the makers of Fold-a-Cover, has launched a new website exclusively for their Style Step step tubes. - January 19, 2013 - Steffens Automotive
ACMA Automechanika, New Delhi Receives Overwhelming Response from Industry
Sold-out show will host over 250 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions. - January 19, 2013 - Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs Pvt Ltd
Standard Motor Products® Selected TFI Envision, Inc. to Develop Tradeshow Booth
Standard Motor Products® selected TFI Envision, Inc. to develop their 20’ x 70’ tradeshow booth for the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, NV. TFI Envision began by developing the show booth concept ‘Standard of Excellence’. SMP is a... - January 17, 2013 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Fold-a-Cover Has Released a Video Comparing Their Personal Caddy to the Bakbox
Fold-a-Cover has released a video reviewing some of the differences between their Personal Caddy Cargo Management System and the BakBox by Bak. - January 12, 2013 - Steffens Automotive
Carkhana Launches Ultimate Car Body Covers for Retail Online in India
Carkhana.com, India’s leading e-commerce portal for automotive industry announces launch of ultimate premium car body covers for retail online in India. Ultimate Car Body Covers use special reflective fabric that keeps the interior cooler. It protects the car from harmful Ultra violet rays. - January 11, 2013 - carkhana.com
SmartTOP USB Support and Update Software Now Available for Mac OS
The SmartTOP add-on convertible top controllers offered by aftermarket automotive specialist Mods4cars all come equipped with a standard USB port. This port allows customers to connect the product to their computers or laptops and quickly update the module firmware or configure the different user programmable options. Updates are available free of charge for the life of each product. The software program is now available not only for Windows but also for Mac OS. - January 09, 2013 - Mods4cars
PIAA Has Raised the Bar in LED Lighting with the Introduction of the LP570 LED Driving Lamps
PIAA's New LP570 LED Driving Lamps - January 04, 2013 - PIAA
Carkhana Introduces Rockford Fosgate Premium Car Audio Products for Retail Online in India
Carkhana.com, India’s leading E-commerce portal for Automotive Industry announces launch of Rockford Fosgate premium car audio products for retail online in India. With the announcement of this partnership, Rockford’s worldwide popular range of speakers, amplifiers, Sub-woofers, boxes... - January 04, 2013 - carkhana.com
World's 1st Wipe-On Nanocoating to Exceed Automotive OEM Specs
Imagine for a moment a world where automotive plastics never fade, a self-cleaning wheel that resists brake dust, a self-cleaning tire that looks new for life, or a fiberglass boat that resists fading for life. These and other amazing benefits are now possible due to 10 years of research &... - January 03, 2013 - Nanovere Technologies, LLC.
EAT Glass Announces Dramatic New Glass Tinting Capabilities and Technology for Luxury Vehicles
Electronic Auto Tint Glass (EAT Glass) has today announced innovative new technology capable of providing remote-controlled tinting capabilities for any luxury vehicle. - December 28, 2012 - EAT Glass
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Mercedes-Benz SL R231 Roadster Available January 2013
The aftermarket SmartTOP convertible top controller offered by Mods4cars will be available in January for Mercedes-Benz SL R231. It enables opening and closing of the convertible top with one-touch operation while driving at slow speeds. Top and windows can also be controlled from afar with a simple key sequence on the original factory key fob. A custom designed plug and play wiring adapter ensures simple installation. - December 26, 2012 - Mods4cars
High Quality Tire & Wheels Lease/Purchase Offer from Cruzin' Chrome
Cruzin’ Chrome is helping customers with lease purchase on wheels and tires offering a great range of auto accessories from all the top notch brands along with competitive prices. - December 15, 2012 - Cruzin Chrome
WEP and TÜV SÜD Sign Business Cooperation Agreement
Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc. announced today that it has signed a business cooperation agreement with TÜV SÜD, a company headquartered in Germany that operates internationally with a wide knowledge in the field of periodical vehicle inspection. The complementary foundation of... - December 13, 2012 - Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc.
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for the New Porsche Carrera Convertible Now Available
The add-on SmartTOP convertible top controller designed by aftermarket automotive specialist Mods4cars for the new Porsche Carrera Convertible (991) is in stock available for order effective immediately. The module allows opening and closing the top at slow speeds with just a short tap on the console switch. Additionally the top can be operated from the factory key fob remote, without the need to hold a button down. A plug and play wiring adapter makes installation as easy as possible. - December 13, 2012 - Mods4cars
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of Patent Pending Guard Protector Invention
An innovative new product that provides unprecedented functionality to a vehicle window, the Guard Protector, has been developed by Dexter Phillips of Chattanooga, Tennessee. The product’s unique design allows a person to access and communicate with those outside of their vehicle with minimal... - December 12, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Shockwarehouse.com Announces Bilstein 5100 Series Shock Giveaway Photo Contest
Shockwarehouse wants to know who has the coolest Bilstein set-up and is giving a full set of Bilstein 5100-Series shocks to the winner. - December 01, 2012 - Shockwarehouse
SmartTOP Convertible Top Module for Mercedes-Benz SLK, CLK & SL with Added Function
The SmartTOP add-on module for Mercedes-Benz SLK type R171, CLK type A209 and SL type R230 allows the convertible top to be opened and closed while driving with a one touch function. The top can also be operated from the original key fob. Now Mods4cars has added an additional function to their product: The window positions after top operation can be programmed. - December 01, 2012 - Mods4cars
TFI Envision, Inc. Creates Retro Packaging for Prestone® 50/50 Antifreeze/Coolant
Prestone Products Corporation selected TFI Envision, Inc. to develop their promotional, limited edition ‘retro’ Antifreeze/Coolant package and matching case as an exclusive offer to celebrate Walmart’s 50th Year Anniversary this November. The one time limited edition pallet and... - November 30, 2012 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Dingbro Enhances Web Presence with First UK Optimized Listing in the International Filter Buyers Guide
Dingbro, Scotland's largest independent motor factoring group and one of the UK’s largest distributors of commercial, industrial and heavy duty filters became the first company in the UK to take an Optimized Listing in the International Filter Buyers Guide which is hosted on the popular Colorfil.com website. - November 29, 2012 - Filterpedia LLC
Black Friday Weekend Sale Going on Now at Toyota Place in Garden Grove
During the Black Friday Sale at Toyota Place, customers can take advantage of zero percent financing and cash back on select Toyota models. - November 22, 2012 - Toyota Place
Redbull Flugtag Miami Highlights Featuring the Shockwarehouse.com Team Can be Seen on NBC Saturday at 11:30 pm
The Shockwarehouse.com team's epic failure at the Redbull Flugtag Miami 2012 can be seen on NBC Saturday November 24th at 11:30 pm or online any time. - November 22, 2012 - Shockwarehouse
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of Patent Pending Ross Seat Belt Invention
An innovative improvement on an essential automotive safety accessory, the Ross Seat Belt, has been developed by Frank Ross of Baltimore, Maryland. The invention’s unique design enables conventional seat belts with added functionality and comfort. The importance of wearing one’s seat... - November 21, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Removing a Fold-a-Cover Hard Folding Tonneau Cover is Simple and Only Takes a Few Minutes
Steffens Automotive has released a tutorial on how to remove their G4 Elite and LS Series Fold-a-Cover hard folding tonneau covers. Along with this is a short video showing visual cues to the process. - November 21, 2012 - Steffens Automotive
Dot Auto LLC Announces the Launch of AutoDOMAINIA, a Pre-Registration and Awareness Solution for the New .AUTO gTLD
Dot Auto LLC announces the launch of autoDOMAINIA, a pre-registration and awareness solution that introduces their applied-for gTLD, .AUTO, to consumers and businesses, worldwide. Within the next year, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) will introduce hundreds of new,... - November 16, 2012 - Domainia, Inc.
Online Seller of OEM BMW Parts Adds Zimmerman Rotors to Catalog
With the addition of a premium aftermarket brand, one online seller sets the bar and proves you don't always have to buy dealer parts for your luxury car. - November 15, 2012 - Autobahn German Parts inc.
SmartTOP Roof Module for the New Porsche Carrera 991 Convertible Available from December 2012
The SmartTOP convertible top add-on module for Porsche Carrera 991 Convertible offered by Mods4cars will be available beginning December 2012. With this module installed, the convertible top can be opened and closed while driving at slow speeds by just tapping the switch once. Thanks to the remote one-touch function one key press on the original key fob is all that is required to activate the top operation. The specially developed plug-and-play wiring adapter guaranteed an easy installation. - November 15, 2012 - Mods4cars
Mobile Audio Company in San Antonio Teams Up with Internet Marketing Pro for Better Online Presence
Locally renowned mobile electronics company "Fast Auto Alarm" partners up with SEO experts 'Prospect Genius' to bring superior car audio services and more to the greater San Antonio, TX area. - November 10, 2012 - Fast Auto Alarm
Custom Cerakote High Temperature Ceramic Coatings Displayed at 2012 SEMA Show
Cerakote Ceramic Coatings were on display at the 2012 SEMA Show showcasing world leading protection and complete customization. - November 09, 2012 - NIC Industries, Inc.
Clay Nissan as Part of Clay Family Dealerships Helps Healing Veterans and Families in Boston
“Veterans Appreciation Month” Celebrated by Clay Nissan of Norwood, Clay Nissan of Newton, Clay Subaru of Norwood, Clay Chevrolet of Norwood, and Clay Hyundai of Norwood. - November 03, 2012 - Clay Nissan
Now All Fold-a-Cover G4 Elite Hard Folding Tonneau Covers for Current Model Trucks Use No Longer Require Drilling
Steffens Automotive has developed a new clamp-on mounting system for all of their G4 Elite Fold-a-Cover hard folding tonneau covers. It no longer requires drilling or adhesive tape most current model trucks. - November 03, 2012 - Steffens Automotive
Carkhana Launches New 3D Premium Car Foot Mats for Retail Online in India
http://www.Carkhana.com, India’s leading online store for car and bike products announced arrival of new 3D car foot mats under the “Car interior and accessories” section for retail online in India. With its dynamic partnership with leading importers and manufacturers of quality... - November 01, 2012 - carkhana.com
SmartTruckRoute Truck Routing App Offers Dispatch Integration
TeleType Company, a veteran GPS software developer, is now offering fleet dispatchers an easy method of pushing truck specific routes directly to the drivers smartphone. The company will provide free assistance to developers wishing to integrate a truck navigation function into their application. - October 31, 2012 - TeleType Co.
Pirate Mfg Announces New Products for Jeep 1979-2012
Pirate Mfg. debuts new products for the following Jeep models CJ, YJ, JK and TJ. Some of the products being offered are both (but not limited to) internal and external parts such as windshield hinges, light bars, billet tail lights and door handles. Josh Seidner of Pirate Mfg stated,... - October 31, 2012 - Pirate Mfg
Flag Chrome Emblems Have Been Released by Chrome Auto Emblems
Flag Chrome Emblems Are a Great Way to Show Off Your Nationality - October 31, 2012 - Chrome Auto Emblems
New for SEMA 2012, Penda Corporation Will be Displaying the New Extreme Skid Resistance on Both the Pendaliner® and Duraliner® Truck Bedliners
Proudly made in the USA and manufactured with Penda’s highest quality standards, Pendaliner® and Duraliner® truck bedliners now have premium skid resistance, which provides a deep, rich UV protected finish and up to twice the skid resistance of other drop in or spray on bedliners. The... - October 29, 2012 - Penda Corporation
Mods4cars Offers the SmartTOP Module for BMW 3 Series Convertible, Z4 Roadster and Mini Convertible
Roof top modules offered by Mods4cars are now also available for the BMW I-Bus types BMW 3 Series Convertible type E46, Z4 Roadster E85 and Mini Convertible type R52. The aftermarket convertible top module allows opening and closing the roof while driving at slow speeds with just one key press. Additionally the convertible top can be used from a distance from the original key fob. - October 27, 2012 - Mods4cars
Gates Corporation Enhances NaviGates Online Automotive Parts Catalog
Gates expands its successful NaviGates interactive parts catalog by providing instant access to Gates product information on the Web. - October 26, 2012 - Gates Corporation
Seon and U.S. Computing Announce Integration of Fleet Tracking and Routing Software Platforms
Seon Design Inc. has agreed to integrate their vMax® Live Plus real-time tracking system with US Computing Inc.’s Compass routing software. The integration will enable the two web-based applications to share vehicle positioning and routing data, providing school bus operators with greater... - October 23, 2012 - Seon Design Inc.
SmartTOP Roof Top Module for BMW 3 Series Convertible Now Ships with a Full Plug-and-Play Wiring Adapter
The aftermarket SmartTOP roof top module produced by Mods4cars is now available for the BMW 3 series convertible E46. It allows opening and closing of the top while driving at slow speeds as well as top operation from the remote fob up to the full RF range. The SmartTOP module ships with a full plug-and-play wiring adapter, which guarantees a quick and easy installation. - October 18, 2012 - Mods4cars
Car Audio and Accessories Shop in Amarillo Partners with SEO Team to Reach More Local Drivers
Auto Trim Design of Amarillo, a local car audio business, recently partnered with online advertising company Prospect Genius. - October 05, 2012 - Auto Trim Design of Amarillo
TFI Envision Delivers Integrated Campaign for Standard Motor Products, Inc.
TFI Envision, Inc. was thrilled to be chosen to develop the positioning and integrated brand campaign for Standard Motor Products® TechSmart® brand. TechSmart is a unique line of products developed specifically to deliver innovative solutions for today’s technicians in the automotive... - October 02, 2012 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Chad Latvaaho Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Chad Latvaaho of Maple Grove, Minnesota has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of automotive repossession. About Chad Latvaaho Mr. Latvaaho has over 22 years experience in the field of automotive... - September 28, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Now Available: SmartTOP Convertible Top Add-on Module for the BMW 6 Series Convertible Type F12
The aftermarket SmartTOP roof controller offered by Mods4cars is now also available for the BMW 6 series convertible type F12. The module allows the one-touch opening and closing of the convertible top as well as top operation from the factory remote fob from the same distance as the door locks and with a one-touch function. The SmartTOP convertible top modules are available for the BMW 6 Series convertible type E64 and type F12. - September 27, 2012 - Mods4cars
EV Works Dramatically Lowers Cost of EV Miata Conversion
EV Works announces that it is offering the Fabrication Diagrams for their market-leading EV Miata kit. - September 24, 2012 - EV Works