Circle D Specialties acquires Reid Racing
Circle D Specialties, a manufacturer of torque converters and driveline components for the automotive aftermarket, has announced the acquisition of Reid Racing, a maker of performance transmission cases and specialty heavy-duty axle components for off-road vehicles. “We see this acquisition as a perfect fit, as we look forward to building upon the top-notch level of
The Alliance promotes JC Washbish to President
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.’s Board of Directors has named JC Washbish as president, effective Jan. 1. As president, Washbish will lead the Alliance headquarters office and its executive staff as well as Alliance shareholder membership moving forward. “We look forward to JC’s leadership as he undertakes his new responsibilities as president of the Alliance,”
Transtar Holding Co. acquires Arch Auto Parts
Transtar Holding Co. announced it has acquired Arch Auto Parts, which has 21 locations throughout New York City and surrounding areas. Arch will become part of NexaMotion Group (NMG), a family of automotive aftermarket businesses under Transtar Holding Company. Arch was represented by Schwartz Advisors, and the terms were not disclosed. “Arch Auto Parts aligns perfectly with our
ADD Group honored with awards from Advance Auto Parts, ACDelco
ADD Group announced that the company has been honored with two industry awards: the Best Marketing Excellence from Advance Auto Parts and the APC Overdrive from ACDelco. The Best Marketing Excellence highlights the company’s exceptional marketing services and support that have significantly contributed to its growth and success in 2023. The APC Overdrive recognizes ADD
Nu-Star acquired by Traction Capital
Nu-Star, parent company of PowerPusher, announced that it has been acquired by Traction Capital, a Minnesota-based private equity and venture capital firm. Nu-Star shared with its customers a message of unchanged dedication, saying “we want to assure you that our commitment to providing the highest quality products and exceptional customer service remains unwavering. The Nu-Star
Standard Drivetrain acquires Precision Industries
Standard Drivetrain, LLC, announced that it has acquired Precision Industries. Precision Industries is a Whiteville, Tennessee-based torque converter maker, credited with introducing the multi-clutch performance torque converter, as well as the original one-piece billet back cover. Standard Drivetrain is a driveline performance aftermarket company, led by Rob Boninfante and Chris Miller and formed earlier this
Transtar announces formation of NexaMotion Group
Transtar Holding Company announced the formation of NexaMotion Group. This group will include the automotive aftermarket businesses that serve automotive professionals with parts through distribution and e-commerce solutions, including Transtar Industries, Transend, C&M Auto Parts, King-O-Matic, TransMart, RECON and Pro-King Automotive Products. Transtar Holding Company President and CEO Neil Sethi will lead NexaMotion Group. Transtar said
Al La Rocca passes away
It is with great sorrow that we report the passing of longtime automatic transmission industry veteran Al La Rocca. He started his long career back in 1958 at Allomatic Industry as a plant manager, moving from there to Windsor Products in New Jersey as a production manager. Al continued his career at AJAC Transmission Parts
HECAT to cease operations
HECAT, Inc., manufacturer of a line of transmission flushing machines, announced last week that it will be ceasing operation at the end of the year. The company has been supplying cooler line flushers for more than 40 years. HECAT President Karl Matis said: “Due to many unpresented and volatile market changes beyond our control, HECAT,
Allison Transmission honors tech competition finalists
Allison Transmission announced the winner of the Allison Guild Technician Skills Competition. Matt Kagarise from Penn Power Group was named grand champion of the competition at the Guild Star Awards banquet hosted in Dallas, Texas, during First Line 2023, Allison’s biannual event for its North America service channel professionals that focuses on product updates and
Two industry friends have passed
With sorrow, we report that former longtime Lubegard sales manager Ken Thomas, 76, passed away from a heart attack on Oct. 5. Ken created friendships and business relations over many years at Lubegard during which he seemingly attended every weekend seminar, distributor open house and industry trade show. Ken (pictured above) will be remembered as
Powertrain industry profiles 2023
The following pages contain powertrain industry profiles, key people and product information from leading companies in the marketplace. These profiles serve as an introduction for companies participating in autumn trade shows. The companies include: Precision International, Raybestos Powertrain, Sonnax, Superior Transmission, Transtar and Transmission Parts Unlimited. Click or view the images below to see the