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Johnny Greaves (left) is overtaken by son CJ Greaves (right) at Bark River International Raceway. Photo credit: TORC Series

CJ Greaves, Kyle Kleiman Sweep Bark River International Raceway

CJ Greaves swept another weekend in both PRO 2WD and PRO 4WD racing at Bark River International Raceway as TORC: The Off-Road Championship presented by AMSOIL moved into the Upper Peninsula for Throwdown in the U.P. In Atturo Tire PRO Light, Kyle Kleiman dominated two days of competition, while Tim Farr and Jason Luburgh came out on top in the new PRO UTV classes.

Team Kalitta Announces Expansion With Lee, McLeod

Team Kalitta has added a third Funny Car with driver Paul Lee beginning the NHRA Keystone Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway later this fall. Lee will campaign the McLeod Clutches Toyota Camry Funny Car for Kalitta Motorsports for the last four events on the 2016 NHRA Mello Yello Series schedule. Leading NHRA crew chiefs Jim Oberhofer and Nicky Boninfante will combine for the tuning decisions on Lee’s Funny Car. The expansion will allow Kalitta Motorsports to campaign a fifth team for the first time in their history. Lee will campaign for a multi-car team for the first time as he will join teammates, Doug Kalitta, driver of the Mac Tools Top Fuel Dragster; J.R. Todd, driver of the SealMaster Top Fuel dragster; Del Worsham, driver of the DHL Toyota Camry Funny Car, and Alexis DeJoria, driver of the Tequila Patron Toyota Camry Funny Car in the field for the last four 2016 events. Lee will pilot Worsham’s 2015 championship car with the DHL team acquiring a new Bounty Hunter chassis for the latter part of the season.

Team M/T earned top podium spots in the Pro 2 and Buggy classes in rounds nine and 10 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) competition at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California. Photo credit: Eric Minks

Team M/T Earns Top Spots in LOORRS Pro 2 and Pro Buggy

Team M/T earned top podium spots in the Pro 2 and Buggy classes in rounds nine and 10 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) competition at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California. In round nine, Brian Deegan earned the number two spot in Pro 2 in his new custom-built competition truck, and burned up the track with the fastest Pro 2 lap time of the weekend. Myan Spaccarelli took second place in round 10, his first podium finish as a LOORRS competitor. Darren Hardesty Jr. was on top of the podium in Pro Buggy in round nine with Taylor Atchison taking third place. Sammy Ehrenberg and Jason Bates earned second and third place respectively in round 10.

Scott Speed drove his Volkswagen Beetle GRC to victory after setting the quickest time in qualifying and winning each of his heat and semifinal races.

Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross Earns Home Race Double Podium in Washington, D.C.

Scott Speed completed a perfect weekend last Saturday afternoon, taking his Volkswagen Beetle GRC to victory after setting the quickest time in qualifying and winning each of his heat and semifinal races. The reigning Red Bull Global Rallycross champion walked away from D.C. with a maximum haul of points, placing him second—just behind Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross teammate Tanner Foust—in the provisional points standings. The win in D.C. marks the team’s fifth victory in seven contests this season. Volkswagen leads the manufacturer points standings and Speed and Foust sit one–two in the driver’s championship. Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross will be back in action next month at the inaugural race in Atlantic City on August 28.

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Johnny Greaves (left) is overtaken by son CJ Greaves (right) at Bark River International Raceway. Photo credit: TORC Series

CJ Greaves, Kyle Kleiman Sweep Bark River International Raceway

CJ Greaves swept another weekend in both PRO 2WD and PRO 4WD racing at Bark River International Raceway as TORC: The Off-Road Championship presented by AMSOIL moved into the Upper Peninsula for Throwdown in the U.P. In Atturo Tire PRO Light, Kyle Kleiman dominated two days of competition, while Tim Farr and Jason Luburgh came out on top in the new PRO UTV classes.

Team Kalitta Announces Expansion With Lee, McLeod

Team Kalitta has added a third Funny Car with driver Paul Lee beginning the NHRA Keystone Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway later this fall. Lee will campaign the McLeod Clutches Toyota Camry Funny Car for Kalitta Motorsports for the last four events on the 2016 NHRA Mello Yello Series schedule. Leading NHRA crew chiefs Jim Oberhofer and Nicky Boninfante will combine for the tuning decisions on Lee’s Funny Car. The expansion will allow Kalitta Motorsports to campaign a fifth team for the first time in their history. Lee will campaign for a multi-car team for the first time as he will join teammates, Doug Kalitta, driver of the Mac Tools Top Fuel Dragster; J.R. Todd, driver of the SealMaster Top Fuel dragster; Del Worsham, driver of the DHL Toyota Camry Funny Car, and Alexis DeJoria, driver of the Tequila Patron Toyota Camry Funny Car in the field for the last four 2016 events. Lee will pilot Worsham’s 2015 championship car with the DHL team acquiring a new Bounty Hunter chassis for the latter part of the season.

Team M/T earned top podium spots in the Pro 2 and Buggy classes in rounds nine and 10 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) competition at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California. Photo credit: Eric Minks

Team M/T Earns Top Spots in LOORRS Pro 2 and Pro Buggy

Team M/T earned top podium spots in the Pro 2 and Buggy classes in rounds nine and 10 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) competition at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California. In round nine, Brian Deegan earned the number two spot in Pro 2 in his new custom-built competition truck, and burned up the track with the fastest Pro 2 lap time of the weekend. Myan Spaccarelli took second place in round 10, his first podium finish as a LOORRS competitor. Darren Hardesty Jr. was on top of the podium in Pro Buggy in round nine with Taylor Atchison taking third place. Sammy Ehrenberg and Jason Bates earned second and third place respectively in round 10.

Scott Speed drove his Volkswagen Beetle GRC to victory after setting the quickest time in qualifying and winning each of his heat and semifinal races.

Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross Earns Home Race Double Podium in Washington, D.C.

Scott Speed completed a perfect weekend last Saturday afternoon, taking his Volkswagen Beetle GRC to victory after setting the quickest time in qualifying and winning each of his heat and semifinal races. The reigning Red Bull Global Rallycross champion walked away from D.C. with a maximum haul of points, placing him second—just behind Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross teammate Tanner Foust—in the provisional points standings. The win in D.C. marks the team’s fifth victory in seven contests this season. Volkswagen leads the manufacturer points standings and Speed and Foust sit one–two in the driver’s championship. Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross will be back in action next month at the inaugural race in Atlantic City on August 28.

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The Ford “Ole Yeller” Mustang developed by the design and engineering teams at Ford Motor Company sold for $295,000 at the Gather of Eagles charity.

Ford Donated “Ole Yeller” Mustang Raises $295,000 to Support EAA Youth Education and Aviation

The one-of-a-kind, aviation-inspired Ford “Ole Yeller” Mustang developed by the design and engineering teams at Ford Motor Company sold for $295,000 at the Gather of Eagles charity. The auction was held during the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh 2016. Hank Menke, president and CEO of OFS Brands in Huntingburg, Indiana, was the winning bidder. All proceeds from the car donation and sale benefit EAA’s youth education programs, including the Young Eagles, which has provided free introductory flights to 2 million young people since 1992.

University of the Aftermarket Foundation Establishes Scholarships in Memory of Jim Moss

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced that it will award scholarships to two students each year who are enrolling full time at a four-year college. The scholarships will be awarded in memory of Jim Moss, founder and long-time publisher of Truck Parts and Service magazine.

Moss, who passed away in April 2016, started Truck Parts and Service in July 1966 and remained at the magazine for 41 years. To recognize the significant contribution that truck dealers made to the heavy-duty aftermarket, he launched Successful Dealer magazine in 1978. An industry icon, Moss also started the Council of Fleet Specialists (CFS), which later became the Commercial Vehicle Service Network (CVSN), and was instrumental in the development of Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW). In 2015, Moss received the President’s Award from CVSN.

“A group of aftermarket veterans and friends came together to honor Jim’s legacy and because of their generosity, two deserving students will be awarded scholarships each year from the University of the Aftermarket Foundation in his memory,” said Foundation Chairman Tim Lee. “This is a fitting tribute to a man who did so much to support and advance the heavy-duty aftermarket.”

Jack Cameron

Jack Cameron Joins Brake Parts Inc as National Sales Manager – Commercial Vehicle

Jack Cameron has joined Brake Parts Inc. (BPI) as national sales manager – commercial vehicle. In his new role, he will lead the company’s sales efforts in the heavy-duty and fleet aftermarket.

Previously, Cameron held a variety of roles at different companies in the aftermarket, including sales at Federal-Mogul; vice president of marketing at Dorman Products; director of sales and marketing at Ken-Tool; and general manager at The Timken Corporation. In 2007, Cameron joined the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), where he served as vice president, programs and services, as well as executive director of the Brake Manufacturers Council. He came to BPI from a commercial business development role at Genuine Parts Company.

Scott Smith Named NHRA Director of Media Relations

Scott R. Smith, who has been with the NHRA since 2002, has been named NHRA director of media relations, it was announced yesterday by NHRA Vice President of Public Relations Terry Blount.

Smith will direct the communications efforts of the NHRA, the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series and other entities within the world’s largest motorsports sanctioning body. The position will continue to build upon the strong relationship the NHRA has with media outlets across the country.

Smith will continue to be based out of Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis.

Truck Hero Inc. Appoints Marla Zwas as General Counsel

Truck Hero Inc. has announced the appointment of Marla Zwas as general counsel, reporting to the company’s president and chief executive officer. Bill Reminder.

Zwas joins Truck Hero with nearly 25 years of legal experience. Most recently, she was senior vice president and deputy general counsel of Flagstar Bancorp, where she led the corporate and human resources legal functions. Prior to Flagstar, she served as senior counsel, corporate affairs for Chrysler Group (now FCA). Zwas also brings automotive experience from Toyoda Gosei North America Corporation, where she was general counsel for the U.S., Mexican and Canadian operations.

Zwas holds a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. She serves on the national board of the Society for Corporate Governance and is also active in the Women’s In-House Counsel Leadership Institute.

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By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show annually includes Education Days—a complete lineup of educational sessions covering topics ranging from customer service and marketing, to cash flow and industry trends. Conducted by industry leaders and business experts from across the globe, the seminars are designed to help attendees sell more, be more productive, and prepare for emerging trends and opportunities.

SEMA Education will include SEMA Biz Tips weekly in SEMA eNews. Many of the experts featured in SEMA Biz Tips videos conducted seminars at the 2015 SEMA Show. In this week’s video, Kordell Norton of Synergy Solutions explains why teaching a sales force the skills needed to empathize with customers will build a connection that is the cornerstone needed to create a solid base of returning, satisfied consumers.

The 2016 SEMA Show will be held November 1–4, 2016, in Las Vegas. Exhibitors: buy a booth now!

To learn more about SEMA’s education resources, visit www.sema.org/education. Additional Biz Tips videos are available to view at www.sema.org/biz-tips.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show annually includes Education Days—a complete lineup of educational sessions covering topics ranging from customer service and marketing, to cash flow and industry trends. Conducted by industry leaders and business experts from across the globe, the seminars are designed to help attendees sell more, be more productive, and prepare for emerging trends and opportunities.

SEMA Education will include SEMA Biz Tips weekly in SEMA eNews. Many of the experts featured in SEMA Biz Tips videos conducted seminars at the 2015 SEMA Show. In this week’s video, Kordell Norton of Synergy Solutions explains why teaching a sales force the skills needed to empathize with customers will build a connection that is the cornerstone needed to create a solid base of returning, satisfied consumers.

The 2016 SEMA Show will be held November 1–4, 2016, in Las Vegas. Exhibitors: buy a booth now!

To learn more about SEMA’s education resources, visit www.sema.org/education. Additional Biz Tips videos are available to view at www.sema.org/biz-tips.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show annually includes Education Days—a complete lineup of educational sessions covering topics ranging from customer service and marketing, to cash flow and industry trends. Conducted by industry leaders and business experts from across the globe, the seminars are designed to help attendees sell more, be more productive, and prepare for emerging trends and opportunities.

SEMA Education will include SEMA Biz Tips weekly in SEMA eNews. Many of the experts featured in SEMA Biz Tips videos conducted seminars at the 2015 SEMA Show. In this week’s video, Kordell Norton of Synergy Solutions explains why teaching a sales force the skills needed to empathize with customers will build a connection that is the cornerstone needed to create a solid base of returning, satisfied consumers.

The 2016 SEMA Show will be held November 1–4, 2016, in Las Vegas. Exhibitors: buy a booth now!

To learn more about SEMA’s education resources, visit www.sema.org/education. Additional Biz Tips videos are available to view at www.sema.org/biz-tips.

By SEMA Editors

The SEMA Show annually includes Education Days—a complete lineup of educational sessions covering topics ranging from customer service and marketing, to cash flow and industry trends. Conducted by industry leaders and business experts from across the globe, the seminars are designed to help attendees sell more, be more productive, and prepare for emerging trends and opportunities.

SEMA Education will include SEMA Biz Tips weekly in SEMA eNews. Many of the experts featured in SEMA Biz Tips videos conducted seminars at the 2015 SEMA Show. In this week’s video, Kordell Norton of Synergy Solutions explains why teaching a sales force the skills needed to empathize with customers will build a connection that is the cornerstone needed to create a solid base of returning, satisfied consumers.

The 2016 SEMA Show will be held November 1–4, 2016, in Las Vegas. Exhibitors: buy a booth now!

To learn more about SEMA’s education resources, visit www.sema.org/education. Additional Biz Tips videos are available to view at www.sema.org/biz-tips.

By Becca Butler

Thousands of Showgoers at the 2015 SEMA Show took notice of the ’97 twin-turbo Toyota Supra that brothers Eric and Marc Kozeluh—co-owners of Twins Turbo Motorsports—entered into SEMA’s Battle of the Builders. As part of the competition, the Kozeluh brothers and their build were featured in pre-Show publications, on-site at the SEMA Show, in media outlets throughout the world and on a nationwide TV special that aired on the Velocity Network.

With nearly 300 vehicles entered into the competition, this Supra’s traditional hot-rod modifications incorporated into a turbocharged performance car is what made it stand out among the rest. With the underside just as detailed as the top, every nut and bolt was hand finished and CAD-plated. Sponsored by BBS, this vehicle included the following products:

Engine

Toyota TRD
Precision Turbo
Borg Warner
ARP Fasteners
NGK Sparkplugs

Transmission/Shifter

Tilton Clutch

Suspension

HKS

Wheels

BBS Wheels

Tires

Toyo

Brakes

Brembo

Interior

Recaro Seats

Lubricants/Fluids

Motul

Check out the above video to learn more about this build and visit the SEMA Show YouTube channel for similar videos from last year’s competition.

Open exclusively to display, feature and booth vehicles at the SEMA Show, the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition is a chance to honor and highlight some of the show’s talented builders, their vehicles and the products on them. To enter the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Becca Butler

Thousands of Showgoers at the 2015 SEMA Show took notice of the ’97 twin-turbo Toyota Supra that brothers Eric and Marc Kozeluh—co-owners of Twins Turbo Motorsports—entered into SEMA’s Battle of the Builders. As part of the competition, the Kozeluh brothers and their build were featured in pre-Show publications, on-site at the SEMA Show, in media outlets throughout the world and on a nationwide TV special that aired on the Velocity Network.

With nearly 300 vehicles entered into the competition, this Supra’s traditional hot-rod modifications incorporated into a turbocharged performance car is what made it stand out among the rest. With the underside just as detailed as the top, every nut and bolt was hand finished and CAD-plated. Sponsored by BBS, this vehicle included the following products:

Engine

Toyota TRD
Precision Turbo
Borg Warner
ARP Fasteners
NGK Sparkplugs

Transmission/Shifter

Tilton Clutch

Suspension

HKS

Wheels

BBS Wheels

Tires

Toyo

Brakes

Brembo

Interior

Recaro Seats

Lubricants/Fluids

Motul

Check out the above video to learn more about this build and visit the SEMA Show YouTube channel for similar videos from last year’s competition.

Open exclusively to display, feature and booth vehicles at the SEMA Show, the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition is a chance to honor and highlight some of the show’s talented builders, their vehicles and the products on them. To enter the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, visit www.semashow.com/botb.

By Becca Butler

Thousands of Showgoers at the 2015 SEMA Show took notice of the ’97 twin-turbo Toyota Supra that brothers Eric and Marc Kozeluh—co-owners of Twins Turbo Motorsports—entered into SEMA’s Battle of the Builders. As part of the competition, the Kozeluh brothers and their build were featured in pre-Show publications, on-site at the SEMA Show, in media outlets throughout the world and on a nationwide TV special that aired on the Velocity Network.

With nearly 300 vehicles entered into the competition, this Supra’s traditional hot-rod modifications incorporated into a turbocharged performance car is what made it stand out among the rest. With the underside just as detailed as the top, every nut and bolt was hand finished and CAD-plated. Sponsored by BBS, this vehicle included the following products:

Engine

Toyota TRD
Precision Turbo
Borg Warner
ARP Fasteners
NGK Sparkplugs

Transmission/Shifter

Tilton Clutch

Suspension

HKS

Wheels

BBS Wheels

Tires

Toyo

Brakes

Brembo

Interior

Recaro Seats

Lubricants/Fluids

Motul

Check out the above video to learn more about this build and visit the SEMA Show YouTube channel for similar videos from last year’s competition.

Open exclusively to display, feature and booth vehicles at the SEMA Show, the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition is a chance to honor and highlight some of the show’s talented builders, their vehicles and the products on them. To enter the 2016 SEMA Battle of the Builders competition, visit www.semashow.com/botb.