SURVEY RESULTS: Book Touting the Value of People Skills Voted Top Required Reading for Aftermarket Execs
For last week’s survey, we asked AMN readers which popular business book should be required reading for aftermarket executives. First published in 1936, Dale Carnegie’s best-selling self-help book “How to Win Friends & Influence People” took the lead with nearly 40 percent of the votes.
The Week in Review (Feb. 2-6, 2009)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
Executive Interview: MEMA’s Bob McKenna Talks about the Supplier Industry’s Role in the U.S. Economy
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) was in Washington, D.C. this week to support the 2009 Washington Auto Show. This morning, we talked briefly with MEMA President and CEO Bob McKenna about the status of the supplier industry in the U.S. today and the messages he focused on while in Washington.
SURVEY RESULTS: Thirty-one Percent See Bright Future in the Aftermarket
Would you encourage your son or daughter to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket?
The Pulse: A Week in the Life of a Repair Shop Manager
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at the amount of time a repair shop manager spends on various activities throughout the week. Data comes from the Babcox Brake & Front End 2008 Shop Profile.
The Week in Review (Jan. 26-30, 2009)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
Executive Interview with Andy Robinson, General Manager, Permatex
Robinson sat down for an interview with aftermarketNews, just as Permatex was celebrating its 100th anniversary. Read on to learn more about Permatex’s plans for 2009 and beyond.
The Pulse: Use of Premium Vs. Second Line Parts, Month by Month
In this installment of “The Pulse,” we take a closer look at the state of business today at the repair shop level. In this edition, we will review rolling month-by-month data for the percentage of premium parts used in repairs versus second line parts. Utilizing data from IMR Inc., this week we review the numbers for December 2007 through November 2008.
The Week in Review (Jan. 19-23, 2009)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
SURVEY RESULTS: Forty Percent to Maintain Trade Show Attendance This Year
Just over six percent said they will actually attend more trade shows this year.
Executive Interview with Tom Gauer, Senior Director of Automotive Retail Research at J.D. Power & Associates
Gauer gives insight into the current state of the service and repair market and what independent service facilities can learn from dealership service departments.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Starters and Alternators
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter professionals and professional technicians. This week, we look at technicians’ sourcing habits for Starters and Alternators.