Auto Pride Convention Focuses on EDI Initiatives
On the sun-drenched shore of Florida’s southern Atlantic coast, IWD (Independent Warehouse Distributors) Auto Pride/Truck Pride held its 19th Annual Membership Meeting on April 28 through May 2. The event included participation from 117 members and their families, as well as 137 manufacturers/suppliers in attendance. While the members participated in more than 10 strategy and program sessions, the manufacturers hosted a booth show during the second day of the event.
Goodyear Names Kramer CFO, Tieken to Retire
Richard Kramer, senior vice president, strategic planning and restructuring for Goodyear Tire & Rubber, has been named executive vice president and CFO, effective June 1. Kramer replaces Robert Tieken, who has been Goodyear’s CFO since May 1994. Tieken will retire on May 31.
ACDelco Becomes Platinum Sponsor of Women’s Board, Donates to Scholarship Program
ACDelco has committed to a “Platinum” sponsorship of the Car Care Council’s 2004 Women’s Board activities. In addition, ACDelco has donated funds to the Women’s Board scholarship program, which will be awarding five scholarships to female students who are pursuing an education in automotive technology, with plans to enter the automotive field upon graduation.
AASA and the University of the Aftermarket To Develop Supply Chain Management Program
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has joined with the University of the Aftermarket to develop and promote a new supply chain management certification program. The supply chain management program is designed for aftermarket professionals involved in sales forecasting, purchasing, procurement, transportation, logistics, warehousing, production and materials control.
New Study Analyzes Role of Females in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Nearly nine of ten female motorists are at least somewhat involved in the decision making process for their household’s vehicle maintenance and repair, according to a new study released by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). “Vehicle Maintenance & The Female Motorist,” is an analysis of the attitudes and perceptions that drive women’s behavior regarding vehicle maintenance and repair.
NARSA Selects Company to Manage Operations
The National Automotive Radiator Service Association (NARSA) has formed a strategic partnership with Association Headquarters (AH), a Mt. Laurel, NJ, based association management company, which will provide strategic management services to NARSA as well as day-to-day operations of the organization.
Transpro Named MAWDI Radiator and Condensor Supplier
Transpro has been as selected to supply radiator and air conditioning condenser programs for Middle Atlantic Warehouse Distributor, Inc. (MAWDI), based in Tonawanda, NY.
Visteon Appoints New Executive Vice President and CFO
Visteon has appointed James Palmer as executive vice president and CFO, effective June 2. Palmer replaces Daniel Coulson, who retired on March 31, after 38 years at Visteon and Ford Motor Co.
Monroe Recommends 50,000-Mile Shock and Strut Replacement
Tenneco Automotive’s Monroe brand of shocks and struts has introduced a new 50,000-mile ride-control replacement recommendation for vehicle owners who want to ensure desired ride and handling characteristics.
Peggy Fisher Elected to TIA Secretary Position
Peggy Fisher, president of Fleet Tire Consulting in Rochester Hills, Mich., has been elected secretary of the Tire Industry Association (TIA). The election took place on May 21, during the TIA Board of Directors meeting held in Clearwater, Fla.
Federal-Mogul Wins Third Award for Automotive Cataloging Excellence
For the third consecutive year, Federal-Mogul has received a National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) President’s Award for excellence in application data maintenance and electronic parts cataloging. The award was presented during the annual NCMA conference in Orlando, Fla., earlier this month.
AAPEX Online Registration Now Open
Online registration for the 2004 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) – scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 2, through Friday, Nov. 5 – is now available online at www.aapexshow.com. Online registration is only $10 — a $40 savings from on-site registration fees.