Inventory Management: The Quickest Wins the Race
In the fast-moving world of retail sales, having the right part on the shelf is more often than not the difference between making the sale — or losing it.
Top 20 Super Stores 2006
This month, Counterman examines those store groups that made notable acquisitions or changes over the last 12 months.
The Top 10 News Makers of 2006
For the third year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine have selected 10 individuals who have made an impact on the industry this past year.
Just a Few Words
Sometimes all it takes is a few simple words to brighten a service dealer’s day. And most of the time, those words result in a parts sale you otherwise could have missed.
Winter Weather Means Severe Duty
It’s winter across most of the United States, bringing with it some tough weather. Of course, most of your customers understand the importance of winterizing their vehicles in preparation for the deep-freeze: snow tires, an antifreeze flush and fill, using a winter-grade motor oil and a thorough inspection of the starting and charging system. In
Executive Interview With Jose Maria Alapont, Chief Executive of Federal-Mogul
Alapont and other Federal-Mogul executives met with Counterman/aftermarketNews Publisher Jon Owens and Counterman Editor Brian Cruickshank at the AAPEX show in Las Vegas last month, where they spoke at length about Federal-Mogul’s emergence from bankruptcy, the current state of the industry and what Alapont thinks the future will look like for Federal-Mogul. October 1, 2006
What Defines a Champion?
You can’t have a winning parts team without the right players. Teammates must train hard, execute plays strategically and most importantly, know when it’s okay to laugh if they fumble and drop the ball.
Top 10 Distribution Influences of 2006
This month Counterman and aftermarketNews editors present the top 10 topics that most affect distribution today.
Top 10 News Stories of 2006
For the third year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine take a look at the events that have had the most impact on the automotive aftermarket in the past year. News stories are presented in chronological order.
85 Years and Counting
When the residents of North Philadelphia need a reliable part they go to Morris Auto Parts, because like the motto says, “Morris Has It.” Owner Harris Steinberg stands by that motto and that’s one of the many reasons he was named the 2006 Counter Professional of the Year, presented by WIX Filters.
Make the Investment
Store personnel are critical to this industry’s success. They just deserve far more attention and appreciation than they’ve received.
On Time: Timing Kit Sales
Sales are all about timing — having the right parts at the right time for the right job. Take timing component kits, for example. Component kits are available for most timing belt system replacement applications, and having them in stock is a good way to make sure your sales efforts and your customers needs are