NHRA NEWS NUGGETS MAC TOOLS U.S. NATIONALS ACTION RESUMES SEPTEMBER 8–9: Two days of persistent rain showers from the remnants of Hurricane Isaac forced NHRA officials to postpone the 58th annual Mac Tools U.S. Nationals presented by Auto-Plus at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis until September 8–9...

The team of shooters at Brenda & Priddy Co. recently caught up prototypes of Opel's upcoming Opel Astra taking a daytime spin in the United States.

Some of the nation’s best custom-car and hot-rod builders recently took part in the third-annual Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Pinewood Builders Challenge. Fifteen well-known builders created one-of-a-kind miniature hot rods in the style of Pinewood derby cars.

The SEMA Show is just around the corner and the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) has several exciting events and activities scheduled for your benefit. From hands-on training to education and networking, PRO has something to benefit every individual and business.

Voting opens September 7 for the Class of 2012 as Hot Rod magazine presents the nominees for the 2012 Speed Parts Hall of Fame.

A.R.E. Opens New Facility in Dundee, Ohio Truck cover manufacturer A.R.E. has opened a new facility in Dundee, Ohio, to handle the aluminum fabrications operations for the company's line of aluminum truck covers. The company says that the 70,000-sq.-ft. facility is designed to increase productivity...

A few weeks ago, SEMA announced numerous shows in Las Vegas that are offering special discounts during SEMA Show week. Here are even more discounts being rolled out for SEMA Show exhibitors and attendees, just by showing them your badge.

On Monday, October 29, the Wheel and Tire Council (WTC) will present two sessions focused on improving your business. According to Kelly Austin, WTC education chair, “WTC’s focus in delivering educational content is to be timely, relevant and meaningful." In response to the membership's desire to...

In 2007, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 126 requiring all motor vehicles weighing 10,000 lbs. or less to have an electronic stability control (ESC) system.

Preparing for the SEMA Show is a tremendous task with many details and deadlines. Join the SEMA Education Institute (SEI) and SEMA Show management for a webinar, Thursday, September 13, at 10:00 a.m. (PDT).