aftermarket News Issue: Friday, August 27, 2010

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AAIA Issues Complaint to FTC in Defense of Aftermarket Parts FTC complaint comes in response to recent position statements from American Honda recommending Genuine Honda and Acura parts for all maintenance and repairs on its vehicles. More...

Visteon and Avtopribor Announce Russian Joint Venture for Vehicle Cockpit Electronics New joint venture -- Visteon Avtopribor Electronics -- is set to become one of the largest automotive electronics suppliers in Russia, with full manufacturing and engineering capabilities. More...

Federal-Mogul Introduces Wagner ThermoQuiet Brake Pads for 2011 Kia Sorento Proprietary ceramic-formula pads combine two patented technologies for quieter performance, superior stopping power, longer life, the company says. More...

The Pulse: Which Vehicle Makes Account for Most Volume in Independent Repair Shops? In this installment of The Pulse, we look at data from IMR that shows which vehicle makes account for the most volume at America's independent repair shops. The research compares the numbers from 2009 to the first half of 2010. More...

Raybestos Promotion Winners Enjoy the Best of California Wine Country Winery tours, fine dining and IZOD IndyCar racing highlighted the trip. More...

NPW's 2011 Florida Automotive, Speed and Truck Expo Announced In its second year of a new format, the 2011 FAST Expo will feature more suppliers and more new products. More...

Takit Introduces Bob Mylenek, New Customer Service Manager Takit, formerly IFW, says its business has grown over the past few years, and customer service stands paramount as the company increases its sales. More...

ISN Forms Strategic Alliance with Hatala Systems Group Hatala Systems Group, founded by Michael Hatala in 1977, offers a full range of computer business services and solutions. This new partnership will allow ISN to provide custom solutions for its mobile tool customers. More...

Shelby American Opens New Motorsports Speed Shop Shelby American Motorsports Speed Shop will enhance and tune any performance vehicle. Engine, chassis and body modifications offered. More...

Online Registration for BIG R Show Now Open In addition to the traditional technical and management sessions held during the BIG R Show every year, an extensive array of free seminars for diesel engine rebuilders, which have been arranged by Engine Builder, are scheduled for Oct. 30. More...

Global Automotive Industry M&A Activity Shows Slight Uptick in Deal Volume During First Half of 2010, According to PricewaterhouseCoopers Larger deals likely to materialize in 2011 as the market stabilizes and industry participants vie for global leadership, the firm says. More...

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