Software Industry Veteran to Lead CarParts Technologies
Data Network Inc., a provider of software and real-time data services to the automotive industry, has appointed Paul Van Den Berg as president of its subsidiary, CarParts Technologies. CarParts Technologies provides open, eCommerce and business automation software solutions for the North American automotive aftermarket. Van Den Berg will replace Dave McCann, who served as CarParts’ president and CEO since 2002. McCann is leaving the company to pursue his career in a field outside the aftermarket.
AOCA Second Edition Technician Academy Training Materials Now Available
The Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA), a non-profit trade organization representing the convenient automotive maintenance industry, has released the second edition of its Technician Academy training materials. AOCA members who previously purchased Technician Academy, will be provided the updated version of the Technician Guide, Trainer Guide and Technician Workbook without charge.
Registration Now Open for MACS 25th Anniversary Convention and Trade Show
Those planning to attend the MACS 25th Anniversary Convention and Trade Show, “NOW IS THE TIME!” can find a host of information about the show available online. “Automotive service shop owners and their technicians who attend MACS 25th Anniversary Convention and Trade Show, ‘NOW IS THE TIME!’ will expand their knowledge during the 41 hours of mobile A/C, engine cooling system and business training over three event packed days,” said Elvis Hoffpauir, MACS president and COO. “The knowledge they gain will be able to immediately be put to use in the shop for greater profitability. Attendees will also discover the world’s largest trade show focused on the latest mobile A/C and engine cooling system parts, tools and equipment.”
Fel-Pro Introduces Advanced PermaDryPlus Design
Federal-Mogul’s Fel-Pro brand of engine sealing technologies, has introduced an advanced PermaDryPlus replacement intake manifold gasket design, created to solve chronic coolant leakage issues in light trucks and sport-utility vehicles.
S.A. Day Mfg. Co. President Steps Down After Nearly Five Decades
After a career that has spanned nearly five decades, Paul Conn, president of the S.A. Day Manufacturing Co., has announced his retirement. Conn stepped down from his post on Oct. 1. Jackson (Jay) Bowling will be taking over as president at S.A. Day. The S.A. Day Mfg. Co., Inc. is an ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturer of flux for the soldering of copper/brass and flux for the soldering and brazing of aluminum heat exchangers.
One-Stop Shopping for Scholarships
Currently, no easy way exists for students looking for automotive scholarships to find a complete listing of what is available. In an effort to centralize a listing of all automotive scholarships available to interested students, AAIA is looking gathering information concerning any automotive scholarship programs currently available. The information will be listed on AAIA’s web site www.aftermarket.org under the “Education” heading.
American Axle & Manufacturing Names New Vice Chairman, New Board Member
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), today announced the appointment of Joel Robinson to the non-board position of vice chairman. Robinson joined AAM in 1994 and since then has held a series of positions of increasing responsibility. Prior to his current appointment, Robinson was president and COO of AAM, a position he held since 2001.
Visteon Appoints New Associate Director, Supplier Diversity Development
Visteon Corp. has appointed Henry Martin, Jr. to associate director, supplier diversity development. In this new position, Martin will be responsible for managing the growth and development of Visteon’s diverse supply base, including minority business enterprises (MBEs) and women-owned enterprises, to meet the company’s goal to increase diversity spending significantly within the next five years. Martin also will oversee the annual alignment of supplier goals with Visteon’s customer business goals and diversity council initiatives.
Spicer Professional Grade Chassis Announces the Carhartt Vest Promotion and “Pay Off Your Bills” Sweepstakes
Spicer Professional Grade Chassis has launched the Carhartt Vest promotion and “Pay Off Your Bills” sweepstakes, which will Oct. 1 through Dec. 31. Spicer Professional Grade Chassis has launched the Carhartt Vest promotion and “Pay Off Your Bills” sweepstakes, which will Oct. 1 through Dec. 31.
Federal-Mogul Launches New Line of National Cast Aluminum Hub Caps
Federal-Mogul Corp. has expanded its product offerings for heavy-duty truck and trailer wheel-ends with a new line of National cast aluminum hub caps. The new line of National hub caps joins Federal-Mogul’s Abex heavy-duty friction products and National seals and bearings in a complete wheel-end solution for nearly any commercial application.
Goodyear Assurance Merchandising Displays Win Honors
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has been recognized for the creative merchandising and selling tools developed to support its new line of Assurance auto tires. The honors were handed out at the POP (Point-of-Purchase) Show, which focuses on the best in-store marketing ideas used in all varieties of retail outlets, including grocery chains, convenience stores, apparel and durable goods retailers. Three Goodyear Assurance items were honored with awards at the show.
WIX Launches Carbon Monoxide Cabin Air Filtration System in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
WIX Filters has launched its carbon monoxide cabin air filtration system into the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. After a successful start last season in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series with the Joe Gibbs Racing team, the WIX Filters U.S. patent pending carbon monoxide cabin air filtration system ran in Robert Huffman’s No. 12 Toyota Tundra Toyota for the first time in a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Race at Richmond on September 9.