Executive Interview With David Overbeeke, President And CEO, Brake Parts Inc.
Announcing in November 2012 plans to spin off its brake parts business, Affinia Group officially sold the division in a management-led buyout, with Torque Capital Group acquiring the business in a private transaction on March 20, 2013. Now named Brake Parts Inc., the business, which includes the venerable Raybestos brake brand, is led by President and CEO David Overbeeke. Today, Overbeeke brings us up to speed on all the changes taking place and shares a bit about his plans for the future of BPI.
More Than 560 Additional Sensors, Switches, Other Parts Now Available Through Airtex Vehicle Electronics
The new parts, which either match the OE technology or improve on original designs with a variety of innovative features, include 241 new sensors, 267 additional switches and dozens of other components designed to help restore like-new vehicle performance and reliability, the company says.
AAIA Offering Free Webinar On Health Care Reform
Certain employers with more than 50 full-time equivalents that do not offer qualified health insurance, or offer unaffordable coverage, may be subject to penalties if any of their full-time workers enroll in exchanges and receive premium assistance tax credits.
NAPA Rayloc Upgrades Friction Formulations For All Replacement Brake Pads
NAPA Rayloc says it offers a wide array of “good-better-best” options to meet virtually every vehicle and driving condition. Upgraded formulations are available for the Adaptive One, NAPA Ultra-Premium, NAPA Premium and Proformer lines. ATLANTA – NAPA Rayloc announced that it has upgraded the friction on all of its replacement disc brake pads with what
New VDO REDI-Sensor Video Warns About Extra-Step Programming For Some TPMS Sensors
Video contrasts extra step TPMS sensor programming versus TPMS vehicle relearn.
WORLDPAC’s Bob Cushing To Be 2013 AASA Breakfast Speaker At AAPEX
Cushing’s presentation at the AASA Breakfast also will address the Internet’s impact on the aftermarket, including the impact of price transparency and how suppliers should protect their brands on the Web.
Dayco Associate Named Parts Authority Factory Rep Of The Year
Recognized for his dedication, hard work and commitment to excellence, Luis Rivera also was named Factory Rep of the Year at Parts Authority’s shows in 2006 and 2010.
Utah-Based Frank Edwards Co. Acquires Controlling Assets Of Fellow Parts Plus Member KAPS Warehouse
As neighboring companies, KAPS and the Frank Edwards Co. have worked closely as allies – not as competitors – over the past eight years.
Excellence In Cataloging Recognized At NCMA 40th Anniversary Conference
Best examples of print, Web and mobile cataloging honored.
Exhibit At PAACE Automechanika
Event takes place July 10-12 in Mexico City, Mexico.
