Michelin Workers Could Strike
Based on statements made by United Steelworkers of America (USWA) negotiators in Pittsburgh, workers at unionized Michelin North America plants in the U.S. could go on strike if a new contract isn’t reached by USWA’s Aug. 11 deadline.
AAPEX to Feature Service Information Update From Federal and California Regulators
Attendees at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) will have the opportunity to hear first-hand from regulators at the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the progress that has been made in making critical diagnostic tools and information affordably and conveniently accessible to independent technicians. Attendees will also be able to express their concerns and ask questions regarding these important requirements.
Magic Glass Joins Visteon GlassVantage Network
Indiana-based Magic Glass has signed an agreement with Visteon’s Aftermarket Operations, authorizing Magic Glass as a select retailer for Visteon custom auto glass products. Through the agreement, Magic Glass becomes part of a growing nationwide network that sells and installs NASCAR Performance Windshields by Visteon and other auto glass products. Magic Glass serves Indiana with 20 locations offering auto glass installation services.
Northstar Automotive Glass Names Director of Business Development
Bob Avers has joined Northstar Automotive Glass as director of business development. Prior to joining Northstar, Avers was senior vice president of U.S. wholesale sales and marketing for Autostock Distribution.
Keystone Automotive Industries Reports Fiscal 2005 First Quarter Results
Keystone Automotive Industries has reported results for its fiscal 2005 first quarter, which ended on July 2 — a fourteen-week period, compared with a thirteen-week period a year earlier. The company said net sales for the first quarter increased 19.5 percent to a record $141.1 million from $118.1 million a year earlier. Net income for the quarter was $4.1 million, or 26 cents per diluted share, compared with $4.2 million, or 28 cents per diluted share, for the quarter a year ago.
KC HiLites Hires Bob Cook Sales
KC HiLites, a leading brand of auxiliary lighting, has selected Bob Cook Sales for sales representation in the Southern states.
SKF Group Reports Second Quarter Results
Leading bearings producer SKF Group has reported its second quarter results. The company reported as 10.7 percent increase in sales for the second quarter of 2004, compared to the same period in 2003. The operating margin for the quarter was 10.2 percent and the price/mix increased by 1.8 percent. The company said cash flow continues to be strong.
NBC Sports Plans Live Coverage of Detroit Auto Show
The North American International Auto Show never lacks media coverage. But next year it will be a full-fledged network star.
Rift Harming Auto Industry
The tense relationship between Detroit’s automakers and their suppliers was on display Wednesday as executives from both camps spoke about cooperating and collaborating while taking subtle or direct swipes at each other.
NASCAR Legend Bobby Allison to Deliver MACS Keynote Speech at Convention
NASCAR legend Bobby Allison will deliver the keynote speech at the 25th anniversary of the MACS Convention and Trade Show entitled “NOW IS THE TIME!”
Day Three at eForum: Trends and Predictions for Supply Chain Technology
“Great companies use technology as an accelerator of momentum, not a creator of it.” —- Jim Collins, from the book “Good to Great.” Wrenchead’s Bryan Murphy opened the final day of the 2004 Aftermarket eForum in Chicago using this quote from Collins’ popular book to drive home the point that technology is simply a tool; part of a multi-faceted system that can drive business growth. “Technology is not a strategy in and of itself. It’s a part of it,” Murphy explained.
Aftermarket eForum Offers the Latest in Aftermarket Supply Chain Technology
So what exactly is supply chain technology, and how can it help your business? Attendees of the fourth annual Aftermarket eForum came in search of answers to these questions, and yesterday, they found answers.