AAPEX 2019 Spotlights Innovative Products, Vehicle Technology
AAPEX 2019 served as the world’s gathering place for automotive aftermarket professionals to conduct business, see new-product launches, participate in advanced training and learn about the hottest trends and vehicle technology.
AutoZone Passing Tariff Costs On To Customers ‘In Waves’
While the Trump administration’s tariffs on imported Chinese goods haven’t had an impact on AutoZone’s bottom line, customers can expect to pay higher prices for auto parts as the trade war drags on.
Automakers Under Antitrust Investigation After Rebuffing Trump Emissions Policy
Four major automakers – Ford, Honda, BMW and VW – are the subjects of a new antitrust investigation launched by the U.S. Justice Department after deciding to allegedly “go rogue” and continue to build new vehicles following the emission standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), rather than the rolled-back, weaker emissions standards issued by the Trump Administration.
Federated Auto Parts: Co-Man Operation ‘Shipping at Record Levels’
“Co-Man sets us apart in the industry,” says Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts.
The Group: First-Half Highlights Include Membership Meeting, Enhancements to Training Academy
“We have worked on every aspect of our business where collaboration can create improvement, and we will continue to focus on those initiatives,” says Larry Pavey, CEO of the Automotive Parts Services Group.
APA: First-Half Highlights Include New Website, New Conference Format
From the June issue of Counterman, Sara Griewing reflects on APA’s first-half highlights and looks ahead to second-half opportunities.
AAPEXedu to Feature Mix of Classroom, Hands-on and Underhood Training
The AAPEXedu program will feature a forum on advanced driver-assistance systems; a Service Professionals Summit; sessions on trends, market outlook, technologies, tariffs and more; as well as “Mobility Garage: Products and Training for Tomorrow” and “Let’s Tech” presentations.
AutoZone Has ‘Significant Exposure’ to Products Sourced from China, CEO Says
AutoZone CEO Bill Rhodes said it’s “too early for us to know the implications” of the tariff increase on the $200 billion worth of Chinese goods.
Suppliers Convene in Washington for 2019 MEMA Legislative Summit
Attendees participated in more than 130 meetings with legislators and Trump-administration officials, with the goal of helping them understand the impact of tariffs and other issues as well as how decisions in Washington affect businesses across the country.
Supplier Associations Join Vice President Pence in Detroit to Discuss North American Trade Deal
The supplier industry has been unified in its argument that a strong North American trade deal and a stable supply chain are essential to allow U.S. businesses to remain competitive in a global marketplace.
