Bosch Wiper Blades: FOCUS Introduced
Bosch FOCUS is available at O’Reilly Auto Parts stores in the United States and at OReillyAuto.com.
WIX Filters Announces Top Four Finalists for 2018 School of the Year Competition
The winner will be selected from the four finalists, with a ceremony in November and a formal announcement on Oct. 29 during AAPEX.
Meet the August ‘Guess the Car’ Winner: Tara Williams
The correct answer for the August contest is the Nissan Roadster.
WIX Filters Announces Top 20 Schools in 2018 School of the Year Competition
The winner will be selected from four finalists, with a surprise ceremony and formal announcement during AAPEX on Oct. 30.
Forty Years Of Knowledge And Friendships Gained At Annual NCMA Conference
This year’s event set a new attendance record with 320 registered attendees and exhibitors. It also marked a new milestone for the group, with a record number of first-time participants in attendance.
Brent Windom Of Uni-Select To Present At AASA Technology Council Fall Conference On Oct. 16
The ATC Fall Conference 2012 is set for Sunday, Oct. 14, through Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the Marco Island Marriott, Marco Island, Fla.
Breaking Rank
Counterman Publisher Jon Owens discusses the recent break of O’Reilly from program group, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance.
The Big Getter
Every February, we list the 20 largest store groups in the industry, and each year this list reveals significant changes in store ownership.
Outsourcing the Brand
I recently read an article that discusses a new retail strategy – Pay N Save – from aftermarket retailer CSK Auto. According to the article, the Pay N Save concept was created to provide a "convenient, easy-to-shop alternative to the mega-store hassle." A Pay N Save spokesperson said, "you can think of a Pay N
The Program Group Puzzle
As the program group universe continues to consolidate, groups are looking to find their niche in the ever-increasing quest for shareholder value, retention and recruitment.