AAPEX Organizers Reporting Strong Exhibitor Registrations Despite Tough Economy
Despite challenging economic conditions, organizers of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) are reporting strong exhibitor registrations, slightly exceeding numbers for the same time last year. To date, 1,101 exhibitors have registered for AAPEX 2008, compared with 1,096 at the same time last year. Total number of booths is down only 3.3 percent, show organizers said. Approximately 11,000 buyers are already registered to attend.
Bosch to be Tier 1 Strategic Partner for 2009 SAE World Congress
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — The Bosch Group will serve as Tier 1 Strategic Partner for the 2009 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress, April 20-23 at COBO Center in Detroit. The Congress’ 2009 host company, Honda, recently identified ‘Racing to Green Mobility’ as the theme of next year’s Congress. "Honda has created a timely
Aftermarket eForum Will Wrap Up with Breakout Sessions on Solutions to Tech Challenges
BETHESDA, Md. – The 2008 Aftermarket eForum will conclude Wednesday morning, July 16, with three concurrent breakout sessions with a focus on solutions to technology challenges that aftermarket companies are facing. The breakout sessions topics will focus on manufacturers implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA), a practical discussion on industry standards and technology compliance, and a primer
Practical, Hands-on ‘Track’ Sessions Will Open 2008 Aftermarket eForum
BETHESDA, Md. – The 2008 Aftermarket eForum is less than a month away and will start on Monday afternoon, July 14, with three separate educational track sessions. New to the eForum this year, these practical, hands-on sessions will run concurrently from 1 pm to 4:30 pm and will include demonstrations of the latest technologies for
Chicago Announced as Location for Work Truck Show 2009, 45th Annual NTEA Convention
The National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) has announced that The Work Truck Show will be held in Chicago for the first time in 2009, and will return to St. Louis, Mo., in 2010. The Work Truck Show is North America’s largest vocational truck event. It is held in conjunction with the NTEA’s Annual Convention.
A Sneak Peek at the Upcoming AAIA Report on Telematics
The author of an industry study on telematics will present his detailed findings and recommendations at the 2008 Aftermarket eForum, July 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. Derek Kaufman, president of C3 Network in Grand Rapids, Mich., has performed extensive research on telematics in both the automotive and heavy duty aftermarkets.
Camaro Named Official Vehicle of 2008 SEMA Show
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. – The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has been selected as the official vehicle of the 2008 SEMA Show. Slated for Nov. 4-7, in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show is the world’s leading automotive accessories trade show. “The influence that the Camaro has had on the automotive industry and vehicle personalization is undeniable,” said
Indy Racing League Championship Celebration to Place in Vegas During AAIW
INDIANAPOLIS — The stars of the IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights will travel to Las Vegas for the annual Indy Racing League Championship Celebration, league officials have announced. The celebration will take place Nov. 5, the second night of the 43rd annual SEMA Show, the premier automotive accessories trade show in the world. The
ASA Hosts Free Service Information Workshops in Six Cities
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) recently hosted its Service Information Workshop series in Massachusetts and New Jersey. Workshops were held in six cities May 27, 28 and 29 to educate shop owners and technicians about the availability of service information to automotive repair shops. Donny Seyfer, AAM, co-owner of Seyfer Automotive, Wheatridge, Colo., led three Massachusetts workshops in West Springfield, North Adams and Middleton on behalf of the association; John Francis III, co-owner of Francis Automotive Services, West Chester, Pa., led three New Jersey workshops in Newark, Trenton and Mount Laurel. Representatives from Ford Motor Co. and Subaru were also present to assist with the workshops.
MEMA Members Tell Legislators: “Now is the Time”
The theme “Now is the Time,” has never seemed more appropriate as members of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) gathered on Capitol Hill this week to talk to legislators about the critical issues currently challenging the motor vehicle supplier industry. Rather than simply bringing a laundry list of complaints to legislators this week, motor vehicle suppliers that attended MEMA’s annual Legislative Summit focused on ways that the industry can be part of the solution rather than part of the problem.
Online Ticketing Available for AASA Executive Breakfast at AAPEX; AutoZone’s Bill Rhodes Will Be Featured Speaker
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Tickets orders can be placed online now for the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Executive Breakfast on Tuesday, Nov. 4, featuring Bill Rhodes, chairman, president and CEO of AutoZone Inc. The fourth annual AASA Executive Breakfast, the kick-off event at Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, is slated
The early bird registration deadline has been extended until Friday, June 13 for the 2008 Aftermarket eForum, July 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency OÃ′®‚¬®„′Hare i
BETHESDA, Md. – The early bird registration deadline has been extended until Friday, June 13 for the 2008 Aftermarket eForum, July 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. The early bird registration discount entitles attendees to cost savings of $200 off regular registration rates. The early bird savings are on top of discount rates