The Automotive Distribution Network Goes Big In Vegas
More than 1,450 people are attending the event, held at the Wynn hotel and casino in Las Vegas, with 20 percent more people in attendance than the previous convention.
AAPEX REPORT: ‘China Is Here to Stay,’ Says O’Reilly VP at Specialty Products Alliance Luncheon
Automotive parts suppliers need to be quick studies in working with Chinese companies if they’re going to be successful, said Tom Seboldt, vice president of O’Reilly Auto Parts.
AAPEX REPORT: Outlook for Aftermarket Is Bright and Bankable, Says AASA President, Panel
Four people heavily involved in private equity took part in a panel discussion that showed just why outsiders consider the aftermarket to be so attractive. Tony Cristello of BB&T Capital Markets moderated the panel. Taking part were John Hartherly of Wynnchurch, owner of VistaPro Automotive; John Tudor of Friedman Fleischer and Lowe, owner of Transtar Industries; David Overbeeke, president, Global Brake and Chassis, Affinia group; and Paul McCarthy, AASA vice president of industry analysis and research.
Behr Puts Vehicles to the Test in Climatic Wind Tunnel
Behr and joint venture Behr Hella Service hosted an event for automotive editors Oct. 13, during which guests were invited into the company’s wind tunnel and to view some of the company’s product lines.
EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: One-On-One with GM’s Paul Copses
Counterman magazine’s Mark Phillips recently sat down with Paul Copses, executive director of GM customer care and after sales, to talk about his view on how ACDelco and its parent company General Motors (GM) interact.
ACDelco eForum: Capturing Sales by the Tail
The eForum, which ran Feb. 7-11, was held at the Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport hotel. Attendance was pegged at 287, which included distributors, program groups and vendors, said Steve Sigg, ACDelco ebusiness manager.
Executive Interview with Federal-Mogul CEO Jose Maria Alapont
Jose Maria Alapont joined Federal-Mogul as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors in March 2005. He served as chairman of the board of directors from 2005 to 2007. He has more than 35 years of global leadership experience in both vehicle manufacturers and suppliers with business and operations responsibilities in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa regions. He recently sat down with aftermarketNews.com and Counterman magazine to discuss the current state of the company.
Panel of Experts Explores the Tangled Web of ‘E-Tailing’ at AASA Executive Breakfast
A panel of top e-commerce executives convened at AAPEX Tuesday morning to explore the tangled web of Internet retailing. The panel left AASA Executive Breakfast attendees with some advice: Have good data, good content and the right parts to fuel online sales to both consumers and professionals.
Executive Interview: John Washbish, President and CEO, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
On Jan. 1, John Washbish officially assumed the position as president and CEO of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. In today’s Executive Interview, Washbish brings us up to speed on the Alliance’s new five-point plan and gives us his thoughts on the state of the distribution business today.
‘Sparking a Global Revolution’ at 2010 Northwood Auto Show
The show, organized solely by Northwood students, was visited by an estimated 55,000 people. The event is billed as the largest new car, outdoor auto show in North America.
UPDATED: Pronto Hosts 2010 Shareholder Meeting, Conference in Indy
Highlights from the event included a presentation of awards for outstanding vendors that serve Pronto members. Pronto also recognized the 2010 Executive of the Year. ACDelco received the Supplier of the Year award.
The AMN Week in Review (Aug. 9-13, 2010)
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