Dayco Establishes Memorial Scholarship To Honor The Late Donald G. Bethune
Dayco has initiated the fund with a contribution of $5,000 for scholarships designated for students pursuing careers as automotive technicians.
Northwood Announces New Aftermarket Scholarship Program
A campaign is under way to raise matching dollars from individuals and companies within the industry. The long-term goal is to raise 50 full-tuition scholarships for the undergraduate aftermarket program at Northwood University.
OBITUARY: Donald G. Bethune, Former Dayco President
During his career, Bethune held the position of chairman of the Automotive Industries Association (AIA), was involved with the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) and also received multiple accolades for his distinguished service and contributions to the automotive industry.
Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association Announces 2012-2013 Scholarship Winner
Conner Kavanagh plans to attend the University of Northwestern Ohio to major in automotive and diesel technology. He also received a $1,000 award from the University of the Aftermarket Foundation.
GAAS Scholarship Fund Announces Standard Motor Products Scholarship Recipients
The Standard Motor Products Scholarships were established in 2010 with a pledge by the company of $25,000 to fund five $1,000 GAAS scholarships each year for five years for students planning careers as automotive technicians.
Navy Veteran Receives Industry Scholarship To Pursue Aftermarket Career
John Watkins of Mayfield, Ky., a U.S. Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Spartanburg County, has received a $1,000 scholarship to pursue his education as an automotive repair professional.
GAAS 2012: Scholarship Program Update
As of Wednesday morning, GAAS Scholarship Chairman Pete Kornafel announced that 91 students had received more than $104,000 in scholarships this year.
Northwood University Offers New Aftermarket Scholarship Program
This new $3,000 scholarship can be awarded to any qualified and admitted student whose parent or parents work in the automotive or heavy-duty aftermarket.
‘Showrooming’ Added To GAAS 2012 Agenda
Mark Finestone, senior vice president of merchandising for AutoZone, will make the presentation on this new phenomenon where shoppers scope out merchandise in stores but buy from electronic retailers at a lower price because they do not have a brick and mortar presence and usually don’t collect state and local sales taxes.
Outstanding Scholarship ‘Class of 2012’ Well-Deserving of Industry Support, Says GAAS Scholarship Chairman Pete Kornafel
Kornafel urges attendance at Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in support of the scholarship program.