Midwest Truck & Auto Parts Inc. has acquired the assets of Richmond Gear from Regal Beloit Corp. for an undisclosed amount. Richmond Gear manufacturers ring-and-pinions, transmissions and traction-control devices for the racing and high-performance off-road aftermarkets. Midwest’s acquisition also includes the Powertrax and Lock-Right product lines. Midwest Truck & Auto Parts Inc., Chicago, IL; 800-934-2727.
Gregory Parker joined the team at Perfect Equipment Inc. as North American marketing manager. According to a recent announcement from Perfect Equipment, Parker has worked with many of the industry’s top brands, helping with market research, branding, media placement and online consultation. Parker is also involved with SEMA, having served as the SEMA’s Young Executives Network chairman, SEMA Silent Auction Committee chairman, SEMA Pinewood Derby Committee chairman and as a member of the SEMA Cares and SEMA Scholarship Committee. Perfect Equipment Inc., Murfreesboro, TN; 615-916-3791.
Radiator Specialty Co.—makers of Liquid Wrench, Gunk, TiteSeal and MotorMedic brands—changed its name to RSC Chemical Solutions. In addition to its separate website for Liquid Wrench (www.liquidwrench.com), the company announced a new website for the Gunk brand (www.gunk.com). RSC Chemical Solutions, Indian Trail, NC; 704-821-7643.
Land Rover Scoop, Ford Taurus Interceptor, Mustang GT, Fiat-Based CUV From Dodge
Aftermarket industry leaders hit the links at the 2011 Aftermarket Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament—held on the eve of the 2011 SEMA Show/AAPEX—to raise awareness of the Aftermarket Foundation. The event, which took place at the Las Vegas Country Club and was attended by more than 144 golfers, set a new fundraising record by bringing in more than $350,000.
Chevrolet Spark. Acura Sedan for 2013, Corvette C7, Subaru BRZ
The SEMA Town Hall Meeting program—a series of informal gatherings where members and potential members can network with local industry leaders and SEMA staff to share the challenges and opportunities facing their businesses—will return for 2012.
Mustang GT500, BMW M3, VW GTI, Camaro ZL1
UPS—the official logistics provider of NASCAR—will feature its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver David Ragan at this year’s SEMA Show. Kicking off the day speaking at the New Products Breakfast, Ragan will also be at the UPS booth the morning of Tuesday, November 1, to sign autographs.
Honda Ridgeline, Volkswagen CrossPassat, Honda CR-V, Corvette C7
After two successful years, the Opinion Leaders Program will once again expand at the 2011 SEMA Show. Through the research project, some of the nation’s most active and influential automotive enthusiasts are called upon to help industry professionals identify future trends by attending the Show and providing first-hand feedback on the products and vehicles that debut.