Registration Now Open For MERA Remanufacturing Technology Forum
The forum will offer attendees the opportunity to learn more about additive manufacturing technologies currently utilized by leading remanufacturers. The conference will feature sessions on four specific technologies: thermal spraying, laser deposition, rapid nylon and 3-D printing.
Executive Interview: Robert Sanford, General Director, ACDelco
Robert Sanford is general director of the ACDelco channel of General Motors and is responsible for its business strategies and overall performance. He joined GM in 1982 and has served in a variety of service, sales, aftersales and management roles with the company.
Top Program Group Leaders Look At 2014 And Beyond
Featured in a special section of the June issue of Counterman magazine, Editor Mark Phillips speaks to Federated’s Rusty Bishop; Automotive Distribution Network’s Mike Lambert; Pronto’s Bill Maggs; Automotive Parts Associates’ Dan Freeman; and the Alliance’s John Washbish to get their views on what the future has in store. Today we bring you just a glimpse of what they see ahead.
Future Leaders To Address GAAS 2013
Delving into the minds of up-and-coming aftermarket professionals will be the focus of a GAAS 2013 session titled, “Future Leaders Speak Out.” This unique, interactive panel discussion is being presented for the first time with automotive educators along with current and recent graduates, including recipients of a Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarship.
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.
Rick Pizarek Named President of Affinia’s Global Chassis Business
Pizarek joined Affinia in 1995 as division manager for the McHenry manufacturing operations and also served as director of manufacturing for the Drum, Rotor and Foundry Group.
Clay E. Buzzard, Former Board Member Of Uni-Select, Passes Away
Less than a month ago, Clay Buzzard, along with 17 of his fellow veterans, was awarded the French Legion of Honor Medal. The French Legion of Honor Medal is given to U.S. veterans who helped in the liberation of France during World War II.
Gary Goms: The Modern Independent Shop
Small changes in technology are old hat. Shops must be prepared
for new technology from the ground up.
Top Distribution Headlines in 2010
We pick from the most-read stories those issues that made an impact in 2010.
What It Takes To Be An Automotive Technician — These Days
Most people inside and outside our industry drastically underestimate what it takes to educate the modern automotive technician.
