Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Hosts Seventh Technology Summit
Collaborative event yields higher sales and reduced costs for Alliance and its suppliers, group says.
Executive Interview: Dan Freeman, Industry Veteran Of 50 Years, Takes A Look Back And A Look Ahead
Dan Freeman, who’s been at the helm of Automotive Parts Associates (APA) for 25 years, looks back on his storied and successful career, and looks forward to giving back to the industry in his well-deserved retirement that begins this month.
When A Shop Closes
Recently, two shops closed near one of our former stores and we would like to take a look at their stories. The first was in business for 40 years. Not a bad run you might think, but there was no happy ending here.
Executive Interview With Michael Palm, Vice President, Marketing And Brand Management, CRP Automotive
In this Executive Interview from Counterman’s sister publication, aftermarketNews, we hear from Michael Palm, VP of marketing and brand management for CRP Automotive, parent company to the brands Rein Automotive, ContiTech Automotive Belts, Pentosin Technical Fluids and AJUSA Engine Parts. In this interview, Palm shares with aftermarketNews an update on the Rein Automotive brand strategy in the NAFTA region, as well as his thoughts on the import market today and going forward.
ACDelco Launches Regional Service Chain Program
The program was developed to balance the benefits of being part of a large network, while preserving the local relationships many customers want.
The Parts House Recognizes Vision-OE As 2013 Vendor Of The Year
The Parts House (TPH) is one of the largest warehouse distributors of premium-quality automotive and heavy-duty truck parts and accessories in the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Parts House (TPH) announced Vision-OE as the recipient of its 2013 Vendor of the Year Award during the Jacksonville-based Parts Plus warehouse
Federated To Sponsor ARCA Races And Schrader Racing ARCA Car
The Federated Auto Parts ARCA 200 will be held April 27, while the Federated Car Care ARCA Fall Classic will take place Sept. 13 at Salem. STAUNTON, Va. – Federated Auto Parts has announced it will serve as the title sponsor of three ARCA races this season, including two at the Salem (Ind.) Speedway. The Federated
FMI Automotive Announces Two Promotions
After holding a variety of sales and marketing management positions during his six-year tenure at FMI Automotive, Lou Ischo has been promoted to the position of vice president of marketing. Chris Strappel joined the FMI Automotive sales team one year ago and now serves as vice president of sales. PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. —
WIX Filters Unveils New Paint Scheme For WIX Hummer H2
New look aligns with Ryan Newman driving No. 31 for Richard Childress Racing. GASTONIA, N.C. — WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, has unveiled a new paint scheme for the WIX Hummer H2 mobile marketing unit, which is set to eclipse a half-million miles driven since its inception in
DENSO Expands Its North American Headquarters
Company is investing $10 million and adding 176 new jobs to expand its North American headquarters in Southfield, Mich. SOUTHFIELD, Mich. – Global automotive supplier DENSO is investing $10 million and adding 176 new jobs to expand its North American headquarters in Southfield, Mich. The investment, which includes the purchase of an existing
