Category: Press Release

  • RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF ELITE DOOR HANDLE INSERTS FEATURE TIRE TREAD INLAY FOR 2007-2016 JEEP WRANGLER

    RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF ELITE DOOR HANDLE INSERTS FEATURE TIRE TREAD INLAY FOR 2007-2016 JEEP WRANGLER

    New Inserts in Three Color Variations to Easily Accent the Factory Door Handles on any Jeep JK

    Suwanee, Ga. (Oct. 26, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, an industry leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road products, today announced the expansion to its popular line of Elite Door Handle Inserts for 2007-2016 Jeep Wrangler JK / JKU models. (more…)

  • BFGoodrich Tires and Remington Industries Announce Off-Road Accessories Partnership

    BFGoodrich Tires and Remington Industries Announce Off-Road Accessories Partnership

    Ooltewah, Tenn. – Remington Industries announces its recent partnership with BFGoodrich® Tires and its entry into the off-road automotive accessories category.

    According to the agreement, Remington Industries will produce automotive floor protection and interior accessories under the BFGoodrich Tires brand name, offering the first significant extension of the brand into new product categories. Although Remington Industries carries current product licenses for Michelin® and Rubbermaid® automotive accessories, the BFGoodrich Tires accessories line will be geared specifically toward off-road and outdoor applications. (more…)

  • Three New Ratcheting Wrench Insert Bit Sets Now Available from GearWrench

    Three New Ratcheting Wrench Insert Bit Sets Now Available from GearWrench

    SPARKS, Md. (October 24, 2016) – GearWrench®, an innovative hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access to automotive technicians, today announced the availability of three new Ratcheting Wrench Insert Bit sets. Each insert bit fits into a ratcheting wrench, allowing it to be used like a ratchet with a bit socket, but with a much lower profile for improved access in tight spaces.  (more…)

  • GEARWRENCH RELEASES NEW SERPENTINE BELT TOOL SET WITH LOCKING FLEX-HEAD RATCHETING WRENCH

    GEARWRENCH RELEASES NEW SERPENTINE BELT TOOL SET WITH LOCKING FLEX-HEAD RATCHETING WRENCH

    SPARKS, Md. (October 21, 2016) – GearWrench®, an innovative hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access to automotive technicians, today announced the availability of its Serpentine Belt Tool Set with Locking Flex-Head Ratcheting Wrench (SKU 89000). Available nationwide, the Serpentine Belt Tool Set with Locking Flex-Head Ratcheting Wrench is designed for installing or removing the serpentine belt on vehicles by releasing tension on the self-adjusting serpentine belt idler pulley. The ratcheting wrench has a five-position locking flex head, allowing better access to the belt tensioner by easily maneuvering around obstructions. (more…)

  • OMIX-ADA/RUGGED RIDGE TO FEATURE CUSTOM-BUILT JEEP JK IN SUPPORT OF SEMA CARES IN GRAND LOBBY AT 2016 SEMA SHOW

    OMIX-ADA/RUGGED RIDGE TO FEATURE CUSTOM-BUILT JEEP JK IN SUPPORT OF SEMA CARES IN GRAND LOBBY AT 2016 SEMA SHOW

    World’s Largest Independent Jeep® Parts Manufacturer Raises Awareness for SEMA Cares with 3rd Consecutive Jeep Build to Benefit Victory Junction

    Suwanee, Ga. (October 18, 2016) –  Omix-ADA, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road parts and accessories, today announced it will showcase a custom built Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited in support of SEMA Cares in the Grand Lobby at the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, November 1-4.

    This custom Jeep signifies the fourth time that Omix-ADA has partnered with SEMA Cares and the third time that a one-off custom Jeep will be offered at auction in 2017. All proceeds going to benefit Victory Junction, a camp dedicated to enriching the lives of children affected by serious illness or chronic medical conditions. (more…)

  • TRANSAMERICAN AUTO PARTS AND BASS PRO SHOPS TO BUILD ULTIMATE SPORTSMAN TOYOTA TUNDRA AT 2016 SEMA SHOW

    TRANSAMERICAN AUTO PARTS AND BASS PRO SHOPS TO BUILD ULTIMATE SPORTSMAN TOYOTA TUNDRA AT 2016 SEMA SHOW

    Compton, California (October 17, 2016) Transamerican Auto Parts (TAP), in conjunction with Bass Pro Shops, a leading national retailer of outdoor gear and apparel, will be building “The Ultimate Sportsman Toyota Tundra” on-site at the 2016 SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The “live” build to be featured at booth #62112 within the SEMA SCORE Baja 1000 Experience Area (located outside of the South Hall in the Silver Lot) will be one of the featured SEMA activities for Transamerican, the industry leader in the manufacturing and distribution of aftermarket parts and accessories for trucks, Jeeps, SUVs and four wheel drive vehicles. Drawing the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to the Las Vegas Convention Center November 1-4, the SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. (more…)