Gentex Again Named to Forbes’ ‘200 Best Small Companies’ List
For the third consecutive year Gentex Corp., a leading supplier of automatic-dimming mirrors to the global automotive industry, has been named to Forbes magazine’s elite list of “The 200 Best Small Companies.” The list runs in this month’s issue of the magazine.
Joseph Copeland to Lead Business Development, Strategy and Restructuring for Goodyear
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced yesterday that Joseph Copeland, formerly president of the company’s chemical business, has been named senior vice president of business development, strategy and restructuring for Goodyear. The new appointment combines the business development responsibilities previously led by Rick Navarro, as well as the strategic and restructuring initiatives that were part of the previous assignment of CFO Richard Kramer.
Live from AAPEX: MotorVac Showcases New Product Line
MotorVac Technologies, which makes proprietary technological solutions for the automotive service and repair industry, this week launched three new products at the AAPEX Show in Las Vegas.
AMI Semiconductor Names Vice President of North American Sales
AMI Semiconductor, a designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art integrated mixed-signal and structured digital products for the automotive, medical and industrial sectors, has appointed Peter Hansen to the post of vice president of North American sales.
Uqm Appoints Director of Manufacturing
From Advanced Battery Technology Mark Henslee has been appointed by UQM Technologies, Inc. to the newly created position of director of manufacturing.
Save the Date: Aftermarket eForum Set for July 2005
The date and location for the 2005 Aftermarket eForum has been announced. The 2005 eForum is set for Wednesday, July 19, through Thursday, July 21, 2005, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago.
Federal-Mogul Named National Brake System Supplier to Monro Muffler Brake & Service
Monro Muffler Brake & Service has named Federal-Mogul as its supplier of replacement brake system components. Federal-Mogul will provide Monro with pads, shoes, rotors, hydraulics and other products marketed under the Wagner Brake brand.
Live from AAPEX: Airtex Launches Engine Management Program for Technicians
Airtex Automotive, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of fuel and water pumps, has launched a comprehensive Airtex-brand Engine Management (EM) program to serve professional aftermarket technicians. The company unveiled details of the new program yesterday at AAPEX in Las Vegas.
Live from AAPEX: MEMA Honors Long-time Members at AASA Executive Reception
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) honored 11 companies for their longtime membership with the association during the AASA/MEMA Executive Reception held Monday night at AAPEX. Manufacturers with membership anniversaries from 25 to 70 years were recognized.
Magna Spin-offs Pledge to Keep to Long-Term Strategies Amid Privatization Talks
Top executives at two Magna International spin-offs the auto parts giant wants to take private reaffirmed Tuesday that independent committees will analyze the bids and denied that outcomes in Magna’s favor have been pre-determined.
Babcox Publications Takes Home Three Automotive Communications Awards
This week at AAPEX, the Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) launched a new awards program. The Automotive Communications Awards (ACA) were presented during the Women’s Board reception on Tuesday in Las Vegas during AAPEX.
Live from AAPEX: Champion Labs Launches Next Generation of Oil Filters
Champion Laboratories, Inc., a supplier of automotive and heavy-duty filters for original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket, announced in a press conference at AAPEX on Tuesday its new line of oil filters for automotive applications.