Automotive Hall of Fame Inducts Eight
DEARBORN, Mich. — Eight individuals representing automotive racing, design, manufacturing, the aftermarket and management have been selected for induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame. The Inductee class of 2008 includes Paul V. Galvin, Robert W. Galvin, Phil Hill, Bob Irvin, William Metzger, Mort Schwartz, Jack Telnack and John Willys. Formal induction ceremonies will take
Aftermarket Veteran Mort Schwartz Named One of This Year’s Automotive Hall of Fame Inductees
Eight individuals representing automotive racing, design, manufacturing, the aftermarket and management have been selected for induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame. The Inductee class of 2008 includes Paul Galvin, Robert Galvin, Phil Hill, Bob Irvin, William Metzger, Mort Schwartz, Jack Telnack and John Willys.
Automotive Hall of Fame Announces 2007 Distinguished Service Citation Recipients and 2006 Industry Leader
The Automotive Hall of Fame has announced its 2007 Distinguished Service Citation Recipients. The Automotive Hall of Fame’s oldest recognition, initiated in 1940, the Distinguished Service Citation recognizes individuals who have significantly improved the industry or their respective organizations. Recipients are either currently employed in the industry or recently retired.
Automotive Hall of Fame Recognizes Inductees and Young Leaders
Seven individuals representing racing, design, manufacturing, management and innovation were inducted this week into the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn, MI. The Inductee class of 2006 includes Nuccio Bertone, Dale Earnhardt, Bill France, Jr., Wayne Huizenga, Shojiro Ishibashi, Arjay Miller and Bruno Sacco.
Polk VP Mike Gingell to Receive Automotive Hall of Fame’s Young Leadership and Excellence Award
Mike Gingell, vice president of strategic markets for R. L. Polk & Co., has been selected to receive the Automotive Hall of Fame’s prestigious 2006 Young Leadership and Excellence Award. The award recognizes women and men under 35 years of age who have demonstrated significant potential as future automotive industry leaders. Gingell will be recognized at the Automotive Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will be held in Dearborn, MI, on October 3.
Al Gaspar Receives Distinguished Service Citation Award From Automotive Hall of Fame
Alfred Gaspar, former president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), was recently awarded the Distinguished Service Citation Award from the Automotive Hall of Fame. The honor was awarded during a special awards ceremony on Feb. 12 at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
Automotive Hall of Fame Announces 2005 Inductees
The Automotive Hall of Fame has released the names of its 2005 Class of Inductees. This year’s inductees are Mario Andretti, John Dunlop, Sir William Lyons, Jim Moran, Shirley Muldowney, John (Jack) Smith, Jr., John M. Studebaker and Alexander Winton. Formal induction ceremonies will take place October 11 in Detroit.
Automotive Hall of Fame Calling for the Best and Brightest of Young Automotive Leaders
The Automotive Hall of Fame is seeking nominations for its Young Leadership and Excellence Awards. Winners will be honored at the Automotive Hall of Fame’s annual awards ceremony in October. Since 1980, the Automotive Hall of Fame has honored a select group of just 57 men and women who have demonstrated significant potential as future industry leaders. Honorees are permanently exhibited at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn, Mich.
AAIA’s Schmatz Elected to Automotive Hall of Fame Board
AAIA’s president and CEO, Kathleen Schmatz, was recently elected to the board of directors of the Automotive Hall of Fame (AHF). She joins Al Gaspar, AAIA’s president emeritus, who joined the AHF Board in 2000. AAIA’s president and CEO, Kathleen Schmatz, was recently elected to the board of directors of the Automotive Hall of Fame (AHF). She joins Al Gaspar, AAIA’s president emeritus, who joined the AHF Board in 2000.
American Automotive Icon Carroll Shelby Inducted Into SCCA Hall Of Fame
Shelby was involved with the SCCA for more than 50 years, and his impact on the club continues today. As a driver, he took home the SCCA National Championship in 1956. When Shelby turned professional, he won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959 and competed in eight Formula One races before his career was cut short with a heart ailment.