Former WORLDPAC CEO Tom O’Hare Named Leadership 2.0 Keynote Speaker
O’Hare will address the 2014-’15 Leadership 2.0 class at its opening dinner on Aug. 24 at Northwood University in Midland, Mich. During his presentation, he will discuss his career, the industry and his personal philosophy on leadership in the motor vehicle aftermarket.
Schaack Of The Network Appointed To The CAWA Board Of Directors
CAWA is a regional automotive aftermarket trade association, which represents auto parts jobbers, warehouse distributors, retailers, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives and program groups.
Technology That Makes Us Look Like Magicians
At a time when the world is embracing the “Internet of Things,” with “dumb” appliances getting smart, it’s great to see the un-exciting vehicle license plate stepping into the tech limelight.
Collaboration Is Key At Federated, Says Roy Kent
Roy Kent, chief strategy officer and president, new business development for Federated Auto Parts, says, “We believe the strength of our group is in the collaborative sharing of ideas, insights and innovations.”
AIM Makes The Right Tools Available, Says Ron Pierce
Ron Pierce, general manager, AIM/Uni-Select.
Pronto Promises ‘Laser-Like’ Focus, Says Maggs
Bill Maggs, president and CEO, National Pronto Association.
Multi Parts Supply Announces 2014 Scholarship Recipients
The scholarships were awarded through the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS). MPS awarded a record seven scholarships this year.
Dameon Booker Named Senior Manager Of Information Technology Systems At DENSO Products And Services Americas Inc.
In the newly created position, Booker oversees daily operations and long-range development of the company’s information technology network. Booker joined the DENSO affiliate June 7.
AUTO 7 Named Approved Vendor For Automotive Parts Associates
According to Steven Kruss, president of Auto 7, APA’s decision to partner with Auto 7 makes sense. Auto 7 offers a world-class catalog with more than 70,000 applications, and represents the fastest growing fleet in North America – Korean-made cars like Hyundai and Kia.
Three-Year Warranty Coverage On Standard, FLEX Reman Eaton Transmissions Now Available
Only linehaul applications were covered previously with the bundled program, which extends the basic two-year warranty of a standard Eaton Fuller Reman transmission or a FLEX Reman to three years with the combined purchase and installation of an Eaton Advantage Series clutch and Roadranger-approved lubricant.