Network Signs Two New Parts Plus Members
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – The Automotive Distribution Network continues to sign new Parts Plus members nationwide, with the recent additions of San Fernando, Calf.-based Automotive Parts Wholesale Inc. (APW) and Pittsburgh-based Industrial Engine & Supply Inc. “The signings of two growing companies like APW and Industrial Engine & Supply are indicative of the Network’s commitment to
OEM (Original Engine Management) Expands to Body Systems Parts
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – In addition to ignition, engine management and filters, OEM has expanded its lineup of Body Systems parts. Blower motor resistors (BMR), turn signal switches (TSS), power window switches (PWS) and pigtail sockets (PS) are a few of the new products being introduced, with coverage offered for import as well as domestic
Federated Member Motown Automotive Holds 10th Annual Golf Classic
STAUNTON, Va. — More than 200 customers of Federated member Motown Automotive attended the company’s 10th annual Motown Automotive Golf Classic, held Aug. 15 at the Oak Pointe Country Club in Brighton, Mich. The golf outing was one of several events taking place this year in celebration of Motown’s 40th anniversary. “We want to thank
Timken Evaluates $225 Million Investment for New Capacity at Faircrest Steel Plant in Ohio
CANTON, Ohio — The Timken Co. is evaluating a $225 million investment at its Canton, Ohio-based Faircrest Steel Plant that would increase capacity, expand product range and strengthen competitiveness of Timken alloy steel bars. A ladle refiner and a new large-bloom continuous caster would be central to the investment, targeted to begin production in 2014,
19th Annual Technical Forum: Belts & Hoses
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Executive Interview: University of the Aftermarket, AAIA Leaders Provide Details on New Executive Education Series
University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank, MAAP, and AAIA President and CEO Kathleen Schmatz, MAAP, shared with aftermarketNews more details on this first Executive Education Series session.
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A Declaration of Innovation
“Never before in history has innovation offered promise of so much to so many in so short a time.” — Bill Gates “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” — Steve Jobs During a recent family vacation to the island of Manhattan, we marched into the world’s famous Madame Tussaud’s wax museum on 42nd
Genuine Parts Co. Reports Record Sales Up 12 Percent
ATLANTA — Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) has reported sales and earnings for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2011. Sales totaling $3.2 billion were up 12 percent compared to the second quarter of 2010. Net income for the quarter was $151.8 million, an increase of 22 percent from $124.5 million recorded in