Automotive Aftermarket News
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Vogue Tyre Debuts the All-New Signature V Black SCT2
Vogue Tyre is excited to announce the Signature V Black SCT2, a redesigned all-season performance tire for the growing SUV, crossover and truck segment that delivers a superior blend of all-around performance, durability and safety. The Signature V Black SCT2’s all-new innovative tread... - April 02, 2019 - Vogue Tyre and Rubber Company
SmartTOP Enables Convertible Top Control via Remote for All Peugeot CC Models
The retrofitted SmartTOP convertible top control by the manufacturer, Mods4cars, allows the opening and closing of the top while driving with One-Touch for all Peugeot CC models. In addition, the top can be operated from a distance via the existing vehicle key. - March 23, 2019 - Mods4cars
autopom! Launches New, User-Friendly Website
autopom!’s new website makes it easier than ever for drivers to find extended vehicle warranty replacement plans. - March 21, 2019 - autopom!
President Electronics USA Introduces the "WALKER II FCC" CB Radio
DIN size classic style chrome face CB radio loaded with state of the art features such as 7 Color Display, USB Charging Port, Beeping SWR Meter, Electret/Dynamic mic compatible and more. - March 19, 2019 - President Electronics USA
Sweden’s SKF Teams Up with MCB for Automotive Aftermarket Services in the Middle East
Technical support beyond product sales - This is the focal point of the newly established partnership between SKF, the world’s leading original equipment manufacturer (OEM), and Mineral Circles Bearings (MCB), one of the pioneering auto bearing specialists in the UAE. As SKF’s new... - March 18, 2019 - Mineral Circles Bearings
Custom Truck One Source Forms Strategic Partnership with EZ Trac
Custom Truck One Source (Custom Truck) has entered into a strategic partnership with EZ Trac. The partnership positions Custom Truck as an exclusive authorized dealer and installer in the United States. “Our partnership with EZ Trac allows us to offer our customers the very best options for... - March 14, 2019 - Custom Truck One Source
TFI Envision Takes Top International Summit Emerging Media Award
TFI Envision, Inc. was selected as a Leader Award Winner in the 2018 Summit Emerging Media Award competition. - February 24, 2019 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Unity Automotive Suspension Compressor Line Announcement
Unity Automotive’s ELITE SUSPENSION is now offering a full line of compressors as full air supply units; including full cage, relays, and all necessary components for simple plug and play installation. - February 16, 2019 - Unity Automotive LLC.
Mission Federal Credit Union Conducts Survey to Learn How San Diegans Shop for Cars
Mission Federal Credit Union, San Diego’s largest, locally-based financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County, conducted a survey of 400 San Diegans between the ages of 25 and 54, to learn about how San Diegans shop for a new vehicle. Questions explored how survey participants... - February 11, 2019 - Mission Federal Credit Union
SmartTOP Convertible Top Control for Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC with New Features
The SmartTOP additional convertible top control for the Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC (R172) enables One-Touch convertible top operation while driving as well as the operation of the top via the vehicles key. The manufacturer Mods4cars has now added many new features to the cabriolet module to further increase ease of use. - February 09, 2019 - Mods4cars
Luminit LLC Announces Joint Venture with RiT Display for Next-Gen Automotive Optics
Taiwan-based Luminit Automotive Technologies will develop and manufacture optical solutions for automotive taillights and next-generation light sources for LiDAR and HUD applications. - January 24, 2019 - Luminit
FCP Euro Continues Partnership with LIQUI MOLY for The 2019 TC America Championship
After a successful inaugural season finishing third overall in the TCR class of the Pirelli World Challenge, FCP Euro is extending their partnership with LIQUI MOLY for the re-branded TC America Championship in 2019. The team will again compete with their two 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCRs. FCP Euro's... - January 18, 2019 - FCP Euro
SmartTOP Roof Control for BMW 3 Series Convertibles Enables Top Operation via One-Touch
The retrofit SmartTOP convertible rooftop control by the manufacturer, Mods4cars, allows for the opening and closing of the convertible top while driving with just a short press of a button for all BMW 3 Series models. - January 12, 2019 - Mods4cars
Biig: Turning Car Trunk Into a Delivery Destination to Protect Packages from Theft
Biig is turning car trunks into mobile lockers to secure packages from being stolen and damaged. Packages are left unattended for hours, which can result in theft and being damaged from rainy weather. - January 11, 2019 - Biig
LIFEGIFT® Announces "School Zones" to Protect Communities from the Dangers of Distracted Driving, and Raise Funds for Local Schools
LIFEGIFT® Launches “School-Zones” to Help Schools Raise Funds and Protect Their Communities from The Dangers of Mobile Phone Related Distracted Driving. Participating Schools Receive 50% of All Revenues Raised. - January 07, 2019 - LifeGift Technologies
Origin Wireless’s TRM Technology Provides Reliable Way to Detect a Child Accidentally Left Alone in Hot Car
Origin combines wireless and AI to enable accurate detection of motion and breathing even when the child is sleeping motionless and under a blanket inside a car seat. - January 04, 2019 - Origin Wireless
FCP Euro Takes Aim at 2019 TC America TCR Class Championship
After a successful inaugural season finishing third overall in the TCR class of Pirelli World Challenge, FCP Euro is setting its sights on vying for the re-branded TC America Championship in 2019. The team will again compete with their 2018 Volkswagen GTI TCR's with Michael Hurczyn, and 2018 TCR... - December 24, 2018 - FCP Euro
Video-in-Motion Unlocker SmartTV by Mods4cars Now Available for Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The retrofit Video-in-motion unlocker SmartTV by the company Mods4cars, is now also available for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205). It enables the passenger to use and operate the TV and DVD system during a drive. The SmartTV Box is installed into the vehicle and this function is permanently maintained. - December 20, 2018 - Mods4cars
Road Warrior Tires, a Division of TRU Development Inc., Will be Opening Its New Warehouse in Los Angeles, California on Dec. 17, 2018
Road Warrior Tires proudly announces its partnership with trucktiresinc.com. Currently preparing for the grand opening of a new distribution center in Los Angeles, California, more details will soon follow. Located at: 4361 Valley Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90032 Due to a tremendous increase in... - December 16, 2018 - TRU Development Inc.
Holmes European Motors, a Mercedes-Benz Dealership in Shreveport Announces New Car Sales Specials
The Fall Sales Events at Holmes European Motors, a Mercedes-Benz Dealership, with new Mercedes-Benz models ready for sales or lease includes National Offers with no security deposits. - December 13, 2018 - Holmes Auto Group
All-New QuickTrick 4th Gen Portable Wheel Alignment Models Announced
Alignment Simple Solutions Debuts New Line for 2019 Portable Alignment. - December 10, 2018 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions
SmartTop Convertible Top Control for Mercedes-Benz SL with Various New Functions
The SmartTOP additional convertible top control for Mercedes-Benz SL (R231) enables One-Touch top operation while driving as well as operation of the top via the vehicles key. The manufacturer, Mods4cars, has now added numerous new features to the cabriolet module to increase ease of use. - December 01, 2018 - Mods4cars
Nebula Systems Confirm Telematic Chipset, NC1701, First Commercial Firmware Release
Connected Car Innovators Nebula Systems have released an exciting new hardware solution to greatly increase access to valuable vehicle data. The NC1701 is a dedicated vehicle communications chip solution capable of extracting OEM data from any vehicle. It can be embedded into any telematic device... - November 16, 2018 - Nebula Systems Ltd
TFI Envision Develops "See Better, Drive Safer" Campaign
TFI Envision developed the “See Better, Drive Safer” theme, to reinforce the importance of visibility. - November 11, 2018 - TFI Envision, Inc.
PowerWiper Named 2019 Global Media Award Winner at the SEMA Show
The PowerWiper was recognized with the 2019 Global Media Award this week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas for its PowerWiper windshield cleaning product. "What a great debut for the PowerWiper at the SEMA show! Our invention, the PowerWiper, was just chosen for a SEMA Global Media Awards. To be... - November 08, 2018 - PowerWiper
Three MarCom Awards for TFI Envision
TFI Envision, Inc. was awarded two Gold Awards and one Honorable Mention Award from the 2018 MarCom Awards Competition. - November 08, 2018 - TFI Envision, Inc.
GarageFloorCoating.com Announces Revolutionary “Clean” Mica and Its New Bagari Stone Effects Coating System
GarageFloorCoating.com (www.garagefloorcoating.com) is announcing its exclusive and proprietary “clean” mica and its new epoxy coating system called Bagari Stone Effects. Mica is a shimmering silicate mineral found as minute crystals in granite and other rocks. It is available in... - November 07, 2018 - GarageFloorCoating.com
Badger Truck Center Acquires Assets of Lakeland Chevrolet Buick of Lake Mills
Badger Truck Center purchases Lakeland Chevrolet Buick, Adds Chevrolet Commercial Truck Line to Product Offering. - November 07, 2018 - Badger Truck Center
Bestop Launches Sunrider for Hardtop for All New Jeep® Wrangler with a Bang
Industry leader unveils limited time, introductory pricing on ultimate Jeep® accessory. - November 05, 2018 - Bestop
Load King Announces New Mechanics Body, Propane Service Body Series
Today, Load King LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Custom Truck One Source (Custom Truck), announced the launch of its new Voyager® Series, a vocational collection of high-performance mechanics bodies designed to serve an array of heavy equipment industries. Within the new Voyager® Series,... - October 31, 2018 - Custom Truck One Source
SNUGTOP Unveils GB Sport Cap for 2019 Toyota Tundra
SNUGTOP, an industry leader in pickup cover design and engineering, introduces its latest version of the GB Sport cap specifically designed for the 2019 Toyota Tundra. On display at SEMA, booth #35039, the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, Upper Level. - October 31, 2018 - SNUGTOP
LEER Introduces New Hard Tri-fold Tonneau at SEMA 2018
LEER unveils a new top-of-the-line, hard tri-fold cover - the HF350M - featuring a low-profile design with textured matte black panels that complement every pickup model. On display at the SEMA show in Las Vegas - booth #35039, Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, upper level. - October 31, 2018 - LEER
CougarShield®’s Omani Partner, Ozone Oman Expands Into Salalah, Oman
CougarShield International and Ozone Oman announces strategic partnership with 180 Care to bring to customers in Salalah, Oman the innovative high performance products of CougarShield® coatings. - October 31, 2018 - CougarShield International
Gluon Solutions and LG Electronics SVL Partnership Announcement
Gluon Solutions, Inc. is proud to announce a collaborative partnership with the premier OEM technology company LG Electronics SVL to research and develop disruptive products. Gluon hopes that this collaboration will strengthen and increase its adoption in the marketplace. More information will be... - October 24, 2018 - Gluon Solutions, Inc.
Badger Truck Center Recognized as Top Privately Held Business with Deloitte Wisconsin 75 Award
Badger Truck Center wins Deloitte 75 Award 14 years running. - October 20, 2018 - Badger Truck Center
SCU Custom Truck Seat Covers Now Being Sold on Amazon Prime
Seat Covers Unlimited now offers custom truck seat covers through Amazon Prime. You can now purchase your favorite truck seat covers through this highly convenient online platform. - October 15, 2018 - Seat Covers Unlimited
FYRLYT Australia Seeks USA Distributor for Unique Truck & SUV Lighting
FYRLYT has redefined the Australian driving light market with its unique design that has defied the market status quo. The lights have already proven themselves in the extreme Alaskan truck market and FYRLYT is seeking a USA distributor to service the many sales inquiries received weekly. - October 15, 2018 - FYRLYT Driving Lights & Spotlights
SmartTOP Convertible Top Control for Porsche 911 Targa Now Operational While Driving
The SmartTOP additional convertible top control for the Porsche 911 Targa (991), among other features, makes it possible to open and close the convertible top via One-Touch. The company, Mods4cars, has also added an important function to the Cabriolet module: Now the top can also be operated while driving at a speed of up to 15 km/h. - October 13, 2018 - Mods4cars
Estron Chemical Announces Grand Opening of New Innovation and Technology Center
Estron Chemical is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its new Center for Innovation and Technology located in Calvert City, KY. - October 09, 2018 - Estron Chemical
Custom Truck One Source to Display Oil and Gas Equipment at Permian Basin Show
Custom Truck One Source (Custom Truck) will display several pieces of equipment at the Permian Basin International Oil Show in Odessa, Texas, on Oct. 16 through 18, 2018. The equipment displayed in booth OS308 will include cranes, vacuum excavators, and track equipment, and will highlight the... - October 08, 2018 - Custom Truck One Source
SmartTOP Additional Top Control Now Available for the Range Rover Evoque Cabriolet
The SmartTOP convertible top module by the company, Mods4cars, is now available for the Range Rover Evoque Cabriolet. The retrofit convertible top control allows for the operation of the top while driving with One-Touch. In addition, the top can be opened and closed from a distance using the existing vehicle key. - September 29, 2018 - Mods4cars
TFI Envision, Inc. Trusted Partner of Leading Automotive Aftermarket Companies
TFI Envision, Inc. has been a trusted strategic marketing and design partner for some of the leading automotive aftermarket companies for over 18 years. - September 28, 2018 - TFI Envision, Inc.
U.S.-Based Wholesale Vehicle Auction Giant, Auto Auction Mall, Establishes Local Presence in Lagos, Nigeria
Extends services to the West African region with primary hub in Lagos, Nigeria Car dealers and users to enjoy local customer support and assistance with wholesale vehicle purchases. - September 25, 2018 - Auto Auction Mall
Sound Auto Wholesalers Opens New Facility in Branford, Connecticut
Sound Auto Wholesalers has opened a second facility at 139 West Main St. in Branford, CT, which will service as it's main office. The original location one mile away at 14 Frontage Rd. in East Haven will remain in operation and will serve primarily as a display and storage facility for additional... - September 25, 2018 - Sound Auto Wholesalers
Regionmax is Stronger Than Ever, and Will Again be Participating at the 2018 Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, Nevada
"Regionmax is a leader in the aftermarket auto parts and heavy duty truck parts industry. This year marks the 8th year participating at the APPEX show. AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo) is the premier event representing the global aftermarket auto parts industry," said Rita Kao,... - September 14, 2018 - Regionmax
B-TEC Systems Reduce Utility Bills with Infrared
B-TEC Systems explain how short wave infrared can save thousands on fuel bills. - September 07, 2018 - B-TEC Systems Inc.
TFI Envision, Inc. Wins Gold
TFI Envision is thrilled to have won a Gold Award for BBB Industries OE Overhaul :30 second TV Spot – Slider. - September 01, 2018 - TFI Envision, Inc.
FAXVIN Updates VIN Decoder to Expand Information on 600+ Automotive Manufacturers Worldwide
FAXVIN can now offer vehicle specification data from more than 600 vehicle manufacturers from all over the world with its new upgraded version of VIN decoder. - August 23, 2018 - FAXVIN
CougarShield® Establishes Strategic Partnership in Laos
Inspiring car owners in professional car care solutions, CougarShield International deliver high performance products to the automotive community and pairing it with exceptional service and support to their partners via training, seminars and workshops. - August 15, 2018 - CougarShield International
Bryan Hawker Offers Forecast and Future Outlook for BKH Holdings Group Inc
BKH Holdings Group Inc., has announced further plans for continued growth and corporate expansion in the multi-brands market it serves. BKH Holdings Group, Inc., is an American multinational company that is highly diversified in a variety of markets with headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. It... - August 08, 2018 - BKH Holdings Group