Centric’s StopTech Brand Earns ISO/TS16949 Certification
Certification of the performance brake manufacturer assures automotive customers that StopTech’s processes and products meet the industry’s expectations and standards.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Promotes Dan Rader; Announces Additional Responsibilities For Wayne Butts
Sources at the Alliance say these changes will enhance efficiencies with channel partners both up and down the supply chain. According to Rader (pictured), it will further align resources between headquarters and shareholders for more focus on customers.
DENSO To Invest Nearly $1 Billion In North America Over Next Four Years
In the U.S., DENSO is looking at investing more than $750 million in Michigan, Tennessee, Iowa, California and North Carolina.
Trico Products Receives O’Reilly Auto Parts Vendor Of The Year
The award recognizes vendors who have offered exceptional business partnership across all operational areas of O’Reilly Auto Parts.
The Penray Companies To Support Terry McMillen Racing
Terry McMillen, driver of the Amalie Oil/UNOH Top Fuel Dragster, is about to begin his fourth full-season on tour. With a busy and short off-season, McMillen was happy to announce his team’s relationship with Penray before the Feb. 14-17 season opening NHRA Winternationals in Pomona, Calif.
Clay E. Buzzard, Former Board Member Of Uni-Select, Passes Away
Less than a month ago, Clay Buzzard, along with 17 of his fellow veterans, was awarded the French Legion of Honor Medal. The French Legion of Honor Medal is given to U.S. veterans who helped in the liberation of France during World War II.
WIX Filters Expands Mobile Marketing Program
WIX adds the Richard Petty Challenger to join the WIX H2 in its mobile marketing outreach. The brand’s event presence is expected to expand by 54 percent this year.
Wells Introduces ‘Virtual Tech’ Interactive Automotive Diagnostic Assistant
Industry-first technical resource at www.wellsVE.com guides users through each step in variety of diagnostic challenges, company says.
Advance Auto Parts To Acquire B.W.P. Distributors
After completion of this transaction, Advance will operate 124 BWP company-owned stores and will transfer the rights to distribute to 92 independently owned locations to an affiliate of General Parts International.
Autopart International Acquires Steinway Auto Parts
As a long-term customer of Autopart International’s National Sales Division, Steinway already distributes some Autopart International product lines to its customers.