Top 5 Stories of the Week

Top 5 Stories of the Week

A recap of the top five stories on aftermarketNews during the week of Aug. 22.

MEMA Mourns the Passing of Aftermarket Veteran Steve Handschuh

A highly respected automotive aftermarket veteran, Handschuh died on Aug. 22, 2022.

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ESS, VOXX Automotive Partner on Road Safety

ESS is creator of the Hazard Enhanced Location Protocol (H.E.L.P.) which creates vehicle hazard warning systems to prevent crashes into disabled and vulnerable vehicles and their occupants.

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High Bar Brands Acquires Viking Sales Inc.

Michigan-based mud flap manufacturer joins HBB portfolio.

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STEER EV, Enterprise Fleet Management Announce Agreement

Enterprise Fleet Management to lease 1,000+ EVs valued between $80 million and $150 million for its EV subscription business.

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eBay Acquires myFitment Group of Companies

myFitment’s tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, ensuring customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle.

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APA Celebrates ‘Nitro Weekend Giveaway’ Promotion

From April 26-28, eight winners and their guests enjoyed an all-expense-paid trip to Charlotte, NC, to witness the NHRA Four Wide Nationals, including access to Kalitta Motorsport’s hospitality tent.

APA Celebrates Nitro Weekend Giveaway Promotion

Automotive Parts Associates (APA) recapped its recent Nitro Weekend Giveaway promotion. During the event, April 26-28, eight winners and their guests enjoyed an all-expense-paid trip to Charlotte, NC, to witness the NHRA Four Wide Nationals, including access to Kalitta Motorsport’s hospitality tent.

The promotion was open to all customers of APA shareholders and TruStar members from December 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. For every $200 of products purchased from participating supplier sponsors, customers received an entry to win. Ten second-place winners were awarded $500 each, and salespeople earned $100 for each winner.

Akebono Expands Severe Duty Disc Brake Pad Kits

Akebono said it expanded its severe-duty ultra-premium disc brake pad line by 14 new part numbers.

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Philips Ultinon Drive 5000 LED Lightbar Line Expands

Lumileds has expanded the Philips Ultinon Drive 5000 series to include eight models.

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Genuine Parts Company Announces CEO Leadership Transition

Paul Donahue (at left) will transition from chairman and CEO to executive chairman. William Stengel, II, currently president and COO, will succeed Donahue as president and CEO of GPC and will serve as a member of the board of directors.

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Continental Releases 67 New Part Numbers

Twenty-two new import part numbers, as well as 39 new pulley and tensioner part numbers, are immediately available.

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Martin Joins AkzoNobel Automotive & Specialty Coatings

Brian Martin joins the company as business development manager for North America.

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Lubrication Specialties Announces Marketing Hire and Promotion

Matthew Steinmetz was named field marketing rep and Kaysie Keen was promoted to a newly created position of field marketing manager.

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2024 SEMA Show Registration Now Open

Representatives from more than 2,000 companies prepare to select their exhibit space during Priority Space Selection, April 29-May 15.

MEMA Launches Right to Repair Campaign

As part of the campaign launch, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is executing a digital advertising spend across multiple channels – including social media, streaming services, websites, and more.

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