Automotive and Motorsports News

BEAVERTON, Ore., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — March 10th at the 2025 Daytona American Flat Track races, two of the Pacific Northwest’s finest, Kody Kopp and Davis Fisher, came home with hardware. Kody Kopp clinched 1st place in AFT Singles, continuing his dominance as a 3-time back-to-back champion. Kopp raced his KTM 450 SX-F to the top spot. Davis Fisher took 3rd in AFT SuperTwins in his Daytona debut on the KTM 790 Duke, Beaverton Motorcycles announced today.

INDIAN TRAIL, N.C., May 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital CJDR of Indian Trail is honored to partner with Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina to grant a life-changing wish for 17-year-old Zeke, a local teen living with a critical illness. The dealership will host a special wish reveal event on Thursday, May 15 at 11 a.m., celebrating Zeke’s upcoming shopping spree – his one true wish.

WAKE FOREST, N.C., May 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital Chevrolet of Wake Forest is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2025 Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Teacher of the Year award, presented to Macy Brinson, a physical education teacher at Kingswood Magnet Elementary in Cary. In recognition of her exceptional dedication to education, Capital Chevrolet is gifting Brinson a brand-new Chevrolet.

TEMECULA, Calif., April 7, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scrubblade Inc., a leader in premium windshield wiper technology, is proud to announce its licensing agreement with BFGoodrich, an iconic name in the automotive industry. This strategic partnership allows Scrubblade to design, produce, and market a new line of high-performance wiper blades under the renowned BFGoodrich brand.

TEMECULA, Calif., April 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scrubblade, a leader in advanced windshield wiper technology, announced a nationwide partnership with Walmart, bringing their highly anticipated Black Edition silicone wiper blades to shelves across the U.S. This monumental milestone reflects the culmination of a 17-year journey marked by persistence, ingenuity, and grit, driven by founder Billy Westbrook’s vision to revolutionize driver safety.

FOX LAKE, Ill., March 28, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Advantage Dealer Group is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for its newest dealership, Advantage Honda of Fox Lake. The event will take place on Thursday, April 17, at 11 a.m. at 91 US Route 12, Fox Lake, IL 60020. This milestone underscores Advantage Dealer Group’s ongoing commitment to excellence in automotive sales and service, as well as its dedication to supporting the local community.

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 4, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The trails are calling, and StarknightMT is answering with its Spring Adventures Sale! From March 7 to 21, 2025, experience the thrill of unbeatable deals on high-quality UTV parts and accessories. Enjoy a 14% discount sitewide on orders over $99 and discover even deeper discounts of up to 30% on select products. Get ready to elevate your off-road experience with StarknightMT. [UPDATED]

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Multi-award-winning filmmaker David Wittkower is in the final lap of completing “TEAM 28,” a high-octane documentary that takes audiences deep into the world of short track racing. The film follows the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a dedicated grassroots team. “We are starting the editing process now,” Wittkower said, “but we’re looking to raise funds to finish the film.”

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — StarKnightMT, a leading UTV accessories brand, proudly announces its title sponsorship of UTV Offroad Adventures to expand brand exposure and engage with the off-road community. This partnership reflects StarKnightMT’s commitment to providing high-quality gear for adventure seekers. As the brand’s slogan says: “Your trail, your gear.”

SARASOTA, Fla., Jan. 31, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — MileageWise is the first company to announce offering lifetime plans for mileage tracking, catering to long-term users. By eliminating monthly or yearly fees, users can significantly reduce software costs over time. Mileage tracker apps have become indispensable for ensuring tax compliance, minimizing audit risks, and maximizing deductions.

SMITHFIELD, N.C., Jan. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Deacon Jones Automotive Group is proud to announce its expansion into South Hill, Virginia, with the acquisition of two new dealerships: Deacon Jones Honda of South Hill and Deacon Jones Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (CJDR) of South Hill. This strategic growth underscores Deacon Jones’ commitment to providing exceptional automotive services and an expanded inventory.

AIKEN, S.C., Jan. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Tomberlin, the leading manufacturer of luxury electric street-legal LSVs (low-speed vehicles), golf cars and e-bikes, will display its latest personal transportation solutions at the 2025 PGA Show in Booth 2109. The world’s longest-running and largest golf-business event, the show will be held Jan. 21 – 24 at the Orlando Convention Center in Florida. “Our ‘Expect More’ theme highlights recent advancements in personal transportation,” says Scott Breckley, president of Columbia Vehicle Group.

ROCK HILL, S.C., Nov. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — You read that right, Rock Hill Ford is gearing up for the biggest sale of the year! This Black Friday, November 29, 2024, Rock Hill Ford is offering unheard-of deals on used vehicles starting as low as $99 (plus tax, tags, and fees). Doors open at 7 a.m., and Rock Hill Ford will offer four different time slots throughout the day for customers to score these incredible offers.

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., Oct. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc., a leading independent investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of Dana Safety Supply, Inc. (DSS) to AEA Investors. Prior to the sale, DSS was a wholly-owned subsidiary of Scott McRae Automotive Group, LLLP (SMAG).

KANNAPOLIS, N.C., Oct. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hilbish Ford, a cornerstone of the Kannapolis and Concord community for the past 70 years, is entering a new chapter under the ownership of Capital Auto Group. To celebrate this “family to family” transition, Hilbish Ford and Capital Auto Group are teaming up with Make-A-Wish to fulfill a heartfelt dream for a local teenager.

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 15, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Autocraft Bodywerks, now celebrating 40 years of excellence in automotive collision repair, located at 5411 Wasson Rd, Austin, Texas, has met all the program standards in the certification process for the Mercedes-Benz Elite Certified Collision Program, Autocraft Principal Chris Raeder announced today. Completion of the Mercedes-Benz certification program confirms Autocraft Bodywerks’ commitment to restoring Mercedes-Benz vehicles back to original factory specifications and showroom condition.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Oct. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After Hurricane Helene, Beach Automotive Group is helping aid the many communities across upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina. Beach Automotive Group is facilitating a disaster relief initiative to collect essential items and provide support to those affected by the hurricane.

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Sept. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mooresville Ford is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious JD Power Dealer of Excellence Award, recognizing the dealership’s commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences. This accolade is awarded to a select group of car dealerships across the country that have demonstrated a high level of customer satisfaction and integrity in sales practices.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced that Michael Housch, its chief risk and information security officer (CISO), has been named a 2024 HW Vanguard. The awards program recognizes C-level industry professionals who have become leaders in their respective fields in the housing and mortgage industries.

ONTARIO, Calif., July 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Maglite® brand partners with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during one of the deadliest times of the year, the first week in July. The days surrounding July 4th are particularly dangerous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year and pedestrian deaths make up approximately 20% of those fatalities.

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, May 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Landrovers are introducing their fully customized, high performance electric classic Defender. A brand-new Defender, built on an original chassis, has 600 horsepower and 4 in-wheel motors. This beauty accelerates to 60MpH in 5 seconds and has a range of 375 miles. Just like all Land Rovers that are produced by this Dutch company, the interior and exterior are fully customized.

STROUDSBURG, Pa., April 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kelly Auto Group has expanded its portfolio of stores this past month by purchasing Major Hyundai, now known as Kelly Hyundai of Stroudsburg. This new Hyundai location is located in Stroudsburg Pennsylvania, which is their first location in the Pocono community, in addition to their other locations in Easton, PA, Emmaus, PA, Hamburg, PA, and Melbourne, Florida. With the addition of this store, their total number of dealership brands reaches 12.

WAKE FOREST, N.C., April 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital Powersports, located in Wake Forest, is now carrying CFMOTO, which produces an established range of all-terrain vehicles and on-road motorcycles. This upcoming April 17, 2024, from 12-1:00 p.m. the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to honor the new brand being carried here in North Carolina.

BISMARCK, N.D., April 2, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, Windshield Hero LLC announces a new era in windshield repair with the introduction of its innovative, speedy repair service in North Dakota, enhancing the driving experience for all car owners. The company, headquartered in Bismarck / Mandan, is transforming auto care by offering quick, affordable, and high-quality repairs without the wait!

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla., March 20, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hallandale Beach is the gateway of Broward County in sunny south Florida, a city pulsating with life and innovation. Progress continues to be at the forefront of this City, as Hallandale Beach proudly announces the acquisition of nine (9) cutting-edge electric buses, the largest electric bus fleet owned by any municipality in Florida. The all-electric fleet isn’t just about upgrading transit; it’s about shaping a safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious community.

KANNAPOLIS, N.C., March 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hilbish Ford, located in Kannapolis North Carolina, proudly marks its 70th anniversary this month. Founded on March 19, 1954, by the visionary FG “Buddy” Hilbish, the dealership has been a trusted name in the Kannapolis and Concord communities. Over the years, the dealership has made significant contributions to various organizations, demonstrating its commitment to community welfare.

BEAVERTON, Ore., Feb. 20, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lanphere Auto Group and Beaverton Motorcycles announces its 60th anniversary. February 2024, marks 6 decades of exceptional service, growth and community involvement. Established in 1964 by the late Bob Lanphere Sr the journey began with the passion for motorcycles in downtown Beaverton. The motorcycle store has expanded with a vision from a streetwise motorcycle rider, growing up in southeast Portland, to Lanphere Auto Group and Motorcycles, with over 350 employees.

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Autocraft Bodywerks, now celebrating 40 years of excellence in automotive collision repair, located at 5411 Wasson Rd, Austin, Texas, has broken ground on a fourth, full-service location in Spicewood, Autocraft Principal Chris Raeder announced today. Located on 2.4 acres, the 23,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to open in September of 2024, and will offer estimates, bodywork and painting for cars, trucks, and SUVs of all makes and models.

SMITHFIELD, N.C., Feb. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Deacon Jones Automotive, a leading dealership group based in Smithfield, North Carolina, is proud to announce its recent acquisition of Sale Auto Mall Stores (BMW, Chevrolet, GMC & Ford) located in Kinston, North Carolina. By combining the strengths of both organizations, Deacon Jones Automotive aims to elevate the car-buying experience for its customers and continue its tradition of providing unparalleled value and service.

PARKER, Colo., Feb. 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — It’s official – Rocky Mountain Eurosport in Parker, Colorado has been recently named a CARFAX® Top-Rated Dealer. This is the fifth year CARFAX® is honoring dealerships around the United States for their exceptional customer service with this designation.

RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a buy-sell by the dealer group, Beach Automotive has purchased the dealership formally known as Jud Kuhn Chevrolet. The dealership was renamed to Beach Chevrolet on finalizing the purchase, January 24, 2024. The dealership, same as the dealer group, will be digitally represented by Sokal, an automotive advertising agency based in North Carolina.

HAMBURG, Pa., Dec. 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the spirt of holiday giving, Kelly Toyota has seized the opportunity by providing contributions to three much-needed community causes in December 2023. Kelly Toyota of Hamburg loves to share the spirit of giving locally and is happy to spread Holiday cheer among the community they proudly serve.

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a comprehensive industry analysis, 3D Chess Media has released a detailed report on the significant shifts occurring in the car extended warranty market, driven by the rapid evolution of electric and autonomous vehicles. This in-depth exploration sheds light on the changing dynamics of automotive warranties in response to new technological advancements.

RICHMOND, Va. and BALTIMORE, Md., Nov. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading, independent investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of Day Motor Sports, LLC (“Day Motor Sports” or the “Company”) to Chief Executive Officer Dan Hamilton and Chief Financial Officer Stacy Hamilton. Prior to the sale, Day Motor Sports was owned by funds managed by Gen Cap America, Inc. (“Gen Cap”), a private investment firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Toyota and HANG, the leading direct-to-consumer fan platform, are deploying innovative media approaches this sports season that are driving audience levels higher than television, with deeper data insights and engagement. To introduce its first-ever Grand Highlander SUV to targeted Black and Indian expat consumers, Toyota and its agencies, Burrell and InterTrend, have leveraged HANG’s unique second-screen experiences to power deep engagement across more than 1 million views.

CARY, N.C., Nov. 6, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital Auto Group is proud to announce a sponsorship of an exciting Make-A-Wish Foundation event, scheduled for December 16, 2023, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dave and Buster’s in Cary. The networks of dealerships, are thrilled to support this memorable event and to celebrate the local Make-A-Wish families.

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 19, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Autocraft Bodywerk’s North Austin location, specializing in the repair and restoration of Tesla models, has been recognized by Tesla, as the #1 Top Performer during the second quarter for collision repair in the US Southwest Region, and 8th overall out of over 700 TACC shops in North America (USA, Canada, Mexico), announced Tammie Harper, General Manager at the North Austin location.

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Kia Digital Website Program gives Kia Retailers greater choices and more flexibility in finding certified providers. As a member of the Kia Digital Website Program, Sokal will be able to provide websites and a variety of advertising options for Kia dealers, such as paid search, programmatic display, social media marketing, email marketing and SEO.

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, in conjunction with Operation Homefront and U.S Bank’s Driven to Serve program, donated a vehicle to a deserving veteran on Wednesday, July 26 at Capital Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Garner.

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 15, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Capital Auto Group is pleased to announce that Lindsey Michael-Longo, Director of Strategy & Dealer Principal, recently graduated from the National Automobile Dealers Association Academy on August 11, 2023. Michael-Longo completed a rigorous, year-long educational program focusing on six disciplines essential to successful management and leadership in the retail automobile industry.