AWE Tuning Launches ‘180 Technology’ Exhaust Brand
AWE Tuning states that the formula used to produce what has been called “an AWE Tuning signature tone” has been in use since 2010, but only now has the usage become so far-reaching across the AWE Tuning product line that the company has decided to brand the technology.
AWE Tuning Becomes Official Distributor Of MSS Spring Kits In The U.S.
AWE Tuning and MSS are kicking off their relationship with a pre-order event coupled with special pricing on all MSS products. The event began Dec. 9 and runs through Jan. 5.
Grand Prize Winner Announced For Airtex Top Drawer Sweepstakes
Bill LaPonza of B & J Service Center in Los Angeles, Calif., won the grand prize drawing for his choice of a $5,000 tool chest or cash equivalent. LaPonza chose the $5,000 cash option.
Up to $500 in Pre-Paid Debit Cards Available Through Rancho ‘Shock and Awe’ Promo
From March 1 through June 30, 2012, consumers who purchase a combination of premium Rancho suspension and shock absorbers will be eligible to receive up to a $500 pre-paid debit card.
AWE Tuning Celebrates 20 Years in Performance Engineering with Special ’20 Years in 20 Days’ Promotion.
AWE is celebrating its 20th year by recapping the evolution of the company — one year, per day. AWE Tuning’s history will be shared with the enthusiast forums as well as on the company’s Facebook page one day at a time until Oct. 4.
FAWER Visteon Expands Automotive Climate Systems Manufacturing Operation in Changchun, China
Joint venture broadens product offering and design services at new facility.
Penray Promotes Tina Pawelczak to Marketing Manager
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL — Tina Pawelczak has been promoted to marketing manager at Penray. As marketing manager, Pawelczak will be responsible for helping Penray improve its overall market strategy and product position. She will also be a key element in the development of new products, from inception to distribution. Pawelczak has held various positions
From the Inside: Interview with Hercules Tire President and COO Larry Seawell
Hercules Tire & Rubber Co. was formed in 1952 by a group of 21 retreaders looking to work together to bring better pricing and greater impact to their individual businesses. Over the years, Hercules expanded to become one of the top private branders in the U.S., a major player in the retreading industry, a custom rubber processor and a large nationwide tire wholesaler. Times have changed, and after shedding all of its retreading and custom rubber mixing businesses, Hercules’ 33 stockholders decided it was time to sell the rest. Enter New York private equity company FdG Associates, which led a multi-million dollar buyout of the cooperative and set in motion more changes for the venerable company.Long-time president Craig Anderson is headed toward retirement later this year, and former CFO Larry Seawell was installed as president and COO of the “new” Hercules. In his first full interview since taking the reins in May, Seawell outlined Hercules’ future and what the market can expect f
ZF FAWER Manufactures Axle Systems and Chassis Components for the Chinese Market
ZF FAWER Chassis Technology Co. Ltd. – a joint venture between ZF and Chinese supplier, FAWER – opened a new axle systems and chassis components plant in Changchun, China. Currently, the 766,000 square-foot facility produces front and rear axles for the Audi A6. During 2006, the plant will begin producing chassis components for the passenger car and commercial vehicle market as well. Current customers for the plant also include Volkswagen, Chery and FAW.
Alcoa to Close Hawesville, Ky., Automotive Casting Facility
Alcoa today announced it will close its Hawesville, Ky., automotive casting facility by the end of 2005. The plant closing, which will impact 158 people, is a result of excess capacity in Alcoa’s automotive castings manufacturing system.