AAM Group™ Secures Car-Rental Discounts for Distribution, Manufacturing, and Retail Partners

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Agreement with Enterprise/National to Cut Travel Costs for AAM Affiliates

The AAM Group™, the largest program distribution group in the SEMA marketplace, has entered into an exclusive service agreement with Enterprise Holdings to provide preferred pricing on airport and local-market auto rentals at Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental locations across the US and Canada. Effective July 1, 2016, this benefit applies to rentals made for both business and personal travel.

To claim this special rate, an individual associated with one of AAM’s three marketing programs (including member WD employees, sponsoring manufacturer employees, and program retailers and employees) will need a free Insight™ account; users can log in or apply at accounts.theaamgroup.com. Selecting the “Rental Car Discount” portal will reveal the AAM USA, Inc. account number, which users can reference when booking their rentals (choose National at airports and Enterprise for local service).

The benefits of this agreement are many, including a guaranteed low rate at airports (or the local market rate, whichever is lower), complimentary damage waiver insurance with no deductible, and a generous monthly cap of 3,000 miles at no additional charge. In addition, the rate extends to many classes of automobile, from passenger cars to fleet vehicles.

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AAM Group™ Honored SEMA Hall of Fame Inductees with Pinewood Derby Trucks

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AAM Builds Pinewood Derby Trucks for SEMA Cares Charity to Honor 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame Inductees
AAM Builds Pinewood Derby Trucks for SEMA Cares Charity to Honor 2016 SEMA Hall of Fame Inductees

Trucks Also to Benefit SEMA Cares Charities through Pinewood Drag Race Event

The AAM Group™, the largest program distribution group in the SEMA marketplace, bought and built three pinewood derby trucks to benefit the SEMA Cares charitable organization. The trucks, each sponsored by one of AAM’s retail marketing programs, were raced alongside other entrants in the Pinewood Derby that was held directly before the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser last Friday in Pomona, Calif.

In a special tie-in, AAM dedicated each of the trucks to one of this year’s three new SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Matt Agosta, Chip Foose, and Gary Hooker. The truck numbers—07, 29, and 16—commemorated the date of the event. Agosta, Foose, and Hooker were on hand to run their trucks down the track, and were presented with them afterward to additionally recognize their contributions to the industry.

“AAM has long supported the SEMA Pinewood Derby and the charities it benefits,” said AAM President Tim Odom. “This year we saw a great opportunity to use our cars to further recognize some of our industry’s heroes on our cars, as the derby coincides with their recognition. We had a great deal of fun with the design and build and hope the cars added a little color to the event.”

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Get a FREE Cargo Manager from Roll-N-Lock

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With purchase of any Roll-N-Lock tonneau cover from August 1 to September 30, 2016, via mail-in offer. Click the image to go to a printable rebate form!

Roll-N-Lock Cargo Manager Offer
Roll-N-Lock Cargo Manager Offer

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AAM GROUP’S GREG GRIFFITH TO TACKLE 36 HOURS OF UWHARRIE

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Inaugural 4WD/Backcountry Event Challenges Entrants with Self-Sufficiency Tasks

Griffith prepped and ready to tackle 36 Hours of Uwharrie event
Griffith prepped and ready to tackle 36 Hours of Uwharrie event

Special Markets and Program Sales Manager Greg Griffith and his son, Adam, will be representing The AAM Group™ at the premiere 36 Hours of Uwharrie event being contested in Troy, North Carolina. Fans can follow the action on Twitter (#driverenough) and Facebook (/36uwharrie).

Starting today and running through August 14, the BFGoodrich-sponsored overland endurance event tests the skills of competitors as they attempt to negotiate difficult terrain, navigate to specific GPS coordinates, and complete a variety of skill-based objectives. These two-person challenges—which include canoeing, shooting, self-recovery winching, Hi-Lift Jacks, and more—earn points that can push participants through to the Final Assault. Prize packages include BFGoodrich tires, event-engraved firearms, and winches.

“AAM is proud of Greg and his involvement in this very challenging four-wheel-drive event,” said AAM President Tim Odom. “He and Adam embody our many retailers in the 4×4 market as well as their customers, who depend on the very best aftermarket accessories to help them meet their backcountry challenges. Greg’s passion for all things off-road has earned him the respect of our membership and our vendor community. The AAM community will be cheering on the Griffiths this weekend.”

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In the Garage with Performance Corner: Fastway FLASH™ Ball Mounts

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Come inside the Performance Corner garage as we take you through the installation of some of today’s hottest truck accessories. In this episode, we take a closer look at the FLASH™ series of ball mounts from Fastway and show you the differences between the E-Series, Solid Tow, and Adjustable Locking series ball mounts

Parts used in this video:

Fastway FLASH™ E-Series Ball Mount (42-00-2600)

Fastway FLASH™ Solid Tow Ball Mount (DT-STBM6600)

Fastway FLASH™ Adjustable Locking Ball Mount (DT-ALBM6600)

Fastway FLASH™ Dual Lock Pack (86-00-3660)

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Bushwacker (14015): Cowl Cover for 2007+ Wrangler JK/JKU

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The 14015 Cowl Cover is the newest entry in Bushwacker’s Trail Armor series for Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. With its matte black textured finish, this Dura-Flex 2000 TPO cover goes on easily via double-sided automotive-grade 3M tape to prevent the dings and scratches that can come from side mirrors on overextended doors. Painted to match your ride’s color scheme, this product is made in America and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Features

  • Excellent solution for preventing/covering common JK mirror dents.
  • Can be painted to match.
  • Installs easily with 3M auto tape.
  • Constructed from tough Dura-Flex 2000 TPO.
  • Matte black textured finish.
  • Made in the USA.
  • Lifetime limited warranty.
Bushwacker (14015): Cowl Cover for 2007+ Wrangler JK/JKU
Bushwacker (14015): Cowl Cover for 2007+ Wrangler JK/JKU

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Westin Automotive: HDX Xtreme Running Boards

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Upgrade your vehicle with a set of heavy-duty HDX Xtreme Boards from Westin Automotive. These patented boards include oversized step areas for easier entry/exit; solid one-piece construction; and a durable, textured powder-coated finish. Step locations are strategically placed to facilitate cab access while also complementing your truck’s profile.

Westin currently makes HDX Xtreme Running Boards for Canyon/Colorado, Silverado/Sierra, Ram, F-Series pickups, Wrangler, Tacoma, and Tundra applications.

Specifications

  • Oversized step areas for easier cab entry and exit.
  • Injection-molded polymer step pad.
  • Solid 1-piece construction.
  • Chiseled style complements HDX bumpers.
  • S. Patent No. 8,864,158.
  • Textured black powdercoat.
  • Mount kit included.
Westin Automotive: HDX Xtreme Running Boards
Westin Automotive: HDX Xtreme Running Boards

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Holley: Vintage Series Tall-Fin Valve Covers for GM LS Engines

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Coming in September, the Vintage series of valve covers for LS engines leverage Holley’s existing tall LS valve covers, but with a finned design that eliminates the coil-on-cover look (remote coil-relocation solutions to coincide with launch). This change gives your engine bay a classic, retro look.

An extra 0.54” of internal clearance over factory-height valve covers allows for the taller dimensions and contributes to a more muscular profile. To accommodate its customers’ personal style, Holley is making four finishes available:

  • Natural Cast (ready for custom paint)
  • Polished
  • Lightly textured Satin Black
  • Chevy Orange

Vintage series valve covers are designed to fit LS1/2/3/6/7 engines, and they are packaged to install with an OE-style baffle and ventilation system, lengthened factory-style mounting hardware, and a billet aluminum oil fill cap. Holley encourages users to reuse or replace the flange gaskets specific to their applications.

Features

  • Eliminates coil-on-cover look.
  • Classic, vintage appeal with taller fins.
  • Four finishes available: Natural Cast, Polished, Satin Black, and Chevy Orange.
  • Coming in September!
Holley: Vintage Series Tall-Fin Valve Covers for GM LS Engines
Holley: Vintage Series Tall-Fin Valve Covers for GM LS Engines

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Edelbrock (2052): Top End Kit for Hemi Gen II

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The Top End Hemi Gen II Kit from Edelbrock is based on the popular Total Power package concept of combining dyno-matched components for dyno-tested and proven results. Edelbrock’s Power Package Top End Kits feature the best combination of high-quality performance components all in one box.

The 2052 Top End Kit for 426-572 Chrysler Hemi Gen II engines includes an Edelbrock Dual-Quad intake manifold, Victor Jr. cylinder heads, Rollin’ Thunder hydraulic roller camshaft, true roller timing chain, head bolts, and gasket set—everything you need for a complete installation.

Dyno testing of the 2052 produced 705 hp and 623 ft-lb of torque when matched with dual Performer series carburetors (#1405) on a 528 c.i.d. with 10:1 compression.

Features

  • Includes a Dual-Quad intake manifold (#7524), Victor Jr. cylinder heads (#61175), Rollin’ Thunder hydraulic camshaft (#2212), timing chain (#7805), head bolts (#8513), and head gasket set (#7349).
  • Rollin’ Thunder camshaft is designed for use with Chrysler 426-572 Hemi V8 engines.
  • Testing produced 705 hp and 623 ft-lb of torque on a 528 c.i.d. engine.
  • Made in the USA.
Edelbrock (2052): Top End Kit for Hemi Gen II
Edelbrock (2052): Top End Kit for Hemi Gen II

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In the Garage with Performance Corner: Fastway e2™ Hitch

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Come inside the Performance Corner garage as we take you through the installation of some of today’s hottest truck accessories. In this episode, we take a closer look at the e2™ Hitch from Fastway and see why you need sway control and weight distribution built in.

Parts used in this video:

Fastway e2™ Round Bar Hitch (94-00-1033)

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