There’s Still Time for Counter Professional of the Year Nominations
The Counter Professional of the Year award recognizes America’s most trusted “go-to” men and women behind the parts counter.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance: Midyear Update
In this exclusive Q&A, John R. Washbish, president and CEO of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, provides an update on the program group’s first-half initiatives and looks ahead to the second half of 2018.
Get to Know May’s ‘Guess the Car’ Winner: Jim LeFebvre
LeFebvre is a parts counterman at Express Auto Parts in South Saint Paul, Minnesota.
‘They’re All the Same’ and Other Things DIY Customers Say that Drive Counter Professionals Crazy
When DIY customers come into the store with faulty preconceptions about auto parts, diagnostics and vehicles in general, it makes it harder for counter pros to sell them the right products.
Joy of Driving: A Little About Me … and You
I’m thrilled to be the new editor of Counterman. But I’m guessing your stories are a lot more interesting than mine.
National Unveils New Product Packaging In North America
The National product portfolio includes wheel-end and drivetrain seals, bearings, hubcaps, axle flange gaskets, unitized pinion seals and redi-sleeves.
Photo Gallery: Hendrick Motorsports Museum
If the numbers 9, 24, 48 and 88 don’t mean anything to you, then you’re probably not a NASCAR fan. But if they do, then you’re probably familiar with Rick Hendrick’s racing dynasty.
Auto Parts Stores Busy During Arctic Cold Spell
As brutally cold weather blasts the eastern half of the United States, business has heated up for some auto parts stores.
At Girls Auto Clinic, Women Can Get A Manicure While Female Mechanics Fix Their Cars
Patrice Banks recently launched Girls Auto Clinic – a Philadelphia repair shop that employs women and caters to women.
How To Sell Auto Parts: Lessons From ‘Tommy Boy’
“Tommy Boy” is a valuable resource for anyone who sells auto parts for a living.
Classic Auto Parts Commercials – They Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To
Thanks to YouTube, we can look back (and maybe laugh) at some of the vintage TV ads plugging auto parts.
My New Vehicle Was Making Strange Sounds In Its Sleep Last Night
Last night, there was a mysterious sound emanating from underneath the rear half of my vehicle, and that made my imagination run wild.
