Zooming In On Aftermarket Indicators
Let’s take a look at the macro- and micro-level economic data to get a read on the state of the automotive aftermarket.
AASA Gathers Industry Organizations for Aftermarket Intellectual Property Forum
“Intellectual property protection in the automotive aftermarket has never been more important, yet we have never organized a cross-industry effort to combat the myriad issues surrounding IP,” said Chris Gardner, AASA senior vice president.
Automotive Parts Associates Announces Details for 2020 Conference in San Diego
APA will continue the new two-session format of one-on-one meetings for more interaction and valuable learning time between shareholders and suppliers.
President George W. Bush to Keynote AAPEX Breakfast
Bush will participate in a “fireside chat” at the AAPEX 2019 grand-opening keynote session, titled, “An Exclusive Conversation with President George W. Bush: The Challenges Facing Our Nation in the 21st Century and the Power of Freedom.”
Genuine Parts Co. Names CEO Paul Donahue Chairman of the Board
Donahue has served as president and CEO of GPC since May 1, 2016. He will continue as CEO and, effective April 22, add the position of chairman.
AAPEX 2019 Registration Open
AAPEX 2019 will take place Tuesday, Nov. 5, through Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas.
‘Aftermarket 101’ Class Scheduled for October
The program is specifically designed to help employees better understand how the automotive aftermarket is structured and operates.
BG Products Breaks Ground on New Distribution Facility in Kansas
The recent groundbreaking follows the current construction of the new 34,000-square-foot BG Technology and Training Center at BG corporate headquarters in Wichita.
Babcox Media Promotes Josh Cable To Editor Of Counterman Magazine
Cable has 18 years of media experience, specializing in such areas as manufacturing and engineering, Lean/Six Sigma and workplace safety.
AAPEX 2017 Announces Speakers For Keynote Sessions
For the first time, AAPEX 2017 will offer daily keynote sessions with an expert lineup of speakers to keep attendees ahead of the curve on the future of the vehicle, buyer and shop.
Tenneco Adds 32 Monroe Quick-Strut Part Numbers
Tenneco continued its monthly expansion of the Monroe Quick-Strut line with the announcement of 32 new Quick-Strut premium strut assembly part numbers providing combined coverage of more than 4.9 million additional passenger vehicles.
Education And The Automotive Aftermarket
How many times have you had an interview where the person sitting across the desk clearly seemed not to care, did not turn off their cell phone or did not bother to at least put on a clean pair of jeans and a pressed shirt? By Allen Markowitz and Allan Gerber In our 40