The Group’s Larry Pavey: ‘Anything You Can Do To Add Value’
Counterman recently interviewed Larry Pavey, CEO of Automotive Parts Services Group (The Group), about the organization’s keys to success.
The Network’s Prater: ‘The Aftermarket Is Still A Relationship Business’
The aftermarket technician has proven extremely resilient in dealing with new technologies throughout the years, says David Prater.
APA’s Martin: ‘There Is Still Room For The Personal Touch’
Gary Martin of Automotive Parts Associates says, “There is no substitute for treating the customer well, in every respect.”
The Alliance’s Washbish: Commitment To Service, Technology
John Washbish of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (The Alliance), says service “truly is the difference for the Alliance.”
I Finally Went Autonomous… Well, Almost (In A Subaru)
I set my car’s speed and desired distance between the vehicle in front of me as I got on to the highway, and didn’t use my brake or gas pedal for the next 30 miles.
Swann HD Dash Cameras Keep A Watch On Your Car, Other Drivers
The full HD cameras are equipped with G-sensor accident detection, a vehicle safety system that detects sudden acceleration, collisions and safeguards from fraudulent insurance claims, the company says.
The ZUS Car Finder Charges Phones, Tablets Quickly, Helps You Find Your Car
The company that produces the device, nonda, of Palo Alto, Calif., says it can charge tablets and smartphones twice as fast as a typical car charger. I found this to be the case.
Taiwan’s Unique 4-in-1 Automotive, Motorcycle Shows Kick Off In Taipei
The combined shows – Taipei International Auto Parts & Accessories Show (AMPA), Taipei International Automobile Electronics Show (AutoTronics Taipei), Taiwan International Electric Vehicle Show (EV Taiwan) and the Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show – are taking place at the Nangang Exhibition Center and the Taipei World Trade Center.
Autonomous Cars: The Parts Names May Change, But You’ll Still Be Looking Them Up
If made affordable, adoption of autonomous vehicles, will be quick, I predict.
Emergency Braking, Collision Avoidance Technology. In An Electric Go-Kart For Kids?
I don’t even have collision avoidance on my 2013 Subaru but if you have $599, your kid can have it right now.
Has Your Auto Parts Store Been Robbed? And More From Today’s Counterman News Roundup
It’s a scientific fact: Jeans raise money. Brake Parts Inc has raised more than $175,000 for the United Way of Greater McHenry. Employees raised money several ways, including wearing jeans at work!
Ready Or Not? Not. Self-Driving Cars Will Be Here Sooner Than We Think
Self-driving cars are coming faster than we realize and we’re not ready for it, reports Rachel Abrams of The New York Times.