Michigan Automotive Parts Association (MAPA) Announces 2012-2013 Scholarship Winners
Four $1,000 scholarships were awarded to students.
AASA Executive Breakfast At AAPEX Customer Spotlight To Feature Advance Auto Parts
Kevin Freeland, chief operating officer for Advance Auto Parts Inc., will share his insights on current market trends and the aftermarket outlook and will join AASA President and COO Steve Handschuh for a lively question and answer session following his presentation.
APH Chili Cook-off Raises $1,500 For Breast Cancer Research
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Prior to the start of a recent Auto Value parts stores product expo, Automotive Parts Headquarters Inc. (APH), in partnership with its manufacturers’ representatives, hosted its second annual chili cook-off. More than a dozen chili dishes were entered and $1,500 was raised for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. “APH and its
Brewers Car Parts Plus Selects Epicor Vision Software
This investment extends the ACDelco and Pronto distributor’s commitment to leading technology and superior customer service.
Northcoast Research Independent Automotive Repair Garage Survey
Each month, Northcoast Research publishes the Northcoast Research Mechanic Index, based on the results of a survey of approximately 50 independent repair shops operating in the top 10 states (based on the light vehicle fleet population), plus Advance Auto Parts’, AutoZone’s and O’Reilly’s aggregate store count.
More Than Half Of Consumer Car Parts And Service Purchases Are For Vehicles 8 Years Or Older, NPD Reports
Nineteen percent of consumer purchases of auto products and services are for cars 15 years or older – great news for the aftermarket, NPD says.
The Pulse: Northcoast Research Independent Automotive Repair Garage Survey
According to the results of Northcoast Research’s February survey, the sluggish sales trends that characterized the end of 2011 and the beginning of 2012 continued into February.
Research & Development Are Keys To Success, If Money Is Spent Wisely
The secret to success for a vibrant automotive aftermarket just may be something you can’t see with the naked eye. How so? During the past 60 days or so, I’ve visited and researched a number of aftermarket manufacturers who are doing their part to make sure their parts are the absolute best they can produce.
Want To Sell More Parts? Talk To A Woman
If you have a strong retail presence and want to know how your store is perceived, ask a woman. That’s what David Portalatin did. Portalatin, director of industry analysis for NPD Group, asked hundreds of women their opinions on parts stores. He spoke during a presentation at last month’s Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium that was
Repair Shop Owner Wants to Do More Business with Automotive Aftermarket Parts Professionals
Steve Weber, owner of S & S Service, Hamburg, N.Y., despises going to a dealer to get parts.