Building Pontiac Excitement
Each GM division had its own engineering staffs and even its own assembly plants. There was very little parts interchange between the different divisions. Each unit had its own engines. Each division had its own personality. When Bunkie Knudsen became general manager of Pontiac in June of 1956 he set the world on fire. His
Executive Interview With Daniel Ninivaggi, CEO Of Federal-Mogul Motorparts, And Co-CEO Of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corp.
On May 22, Federal-Mogul announced that its vehicle components division has been renamed Federal-Mogul Motorparts as the next step in the company’s strategy to drive the global growth of its premium products and leading brands. A leading provider of premium brands – such as MOOG, Fel-Pro, Champion, Ferodo, Wagner and ANCO – to the global aftermarket, Federal-Mogul Motorparts also provides vehicle braking, chassis and wiper components to original equipment manufacturers. Counterman’s sister publication, aftermarketNews recently featured this interview with Federal-Mogul Motorparts CEO Daniel Ninivaggi following the announcement of the division’s new name.
Excitement Runs High For 2,400 Companies Participating In AAPEX Space Draw
AAPEX is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nev., with AAPEXedu sessions starting on Monday, Nov. 3.
Dayco Recognized For Mobile App, Website At NCMA Conference
Dayco received Gold in the Web Catalog category for its newly updated website, DaycoProducts.com, and Silver in the Mobile App category for its VIN-scanning parts lookup smartphone app.
Automotive Parts Associates Announces Newest Member: All European Auto Supply Inc.
All European Auto Supply was established in Royal Oak, Mich., in 1994 and today prides itself in stocking the largest inventory of exclusively European parts in the Midwest and selling them with unmatched accuracy.
Penray Offers Retailers And Jobbers Competitive Advantage With Commercial Customers With Its New Chemical Service Kits
Penray Installer Service Kits are designed for professional use only, taking advantage of the tools, techniques and expertise found in professional repair shops. As such, they provide an attractive profit opportunity for the service shop, while offering substantial value and protection, the company says.
AASA Top 100 Adds Service Professional Value In 2014
Deadline for aftermarket suppliers to submit information is Friday, March 7.
Would You Appreciate Receiving An Email That Begins, ‘Really???’
Most of what we convey in conversing with someone, say, in person, is done through non-verbal communication and cues. Strip away all of that and try to have a conversation only through words in an email and you run the risk of the electronic version of a gunfight.
Are You The ‘Go-To’ Store?
Training is as important for counter professionals as it is for techs – updates on methods to speak to women, phone etiquette, better ways to place customers on hold and on and on.
Trico Products Receives O’Reilly Auto Parts Marketing Award
The award recognizes vendors that provide advanced support across all O’Reilly Auto Parts marketing efforts for concentrated customer traffic and sales tactics in print, radio, social media, mobile, in-store display and promotions. ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. – Trico Products was presented with the Marketing/Advertising Award from O’Reilly Auto Parts on Feb. 1 at the O’Reilly Auto