What do mountain climbing and supply chain technology have in common? More than you'd imagine, according to Terry Ross, vice president of product development for Activant Solutions. Automotive parts distributors striving for operational excellence through supply chain technology can learn a trick or two from adventurers who have conquered the...
As part of the unwinding of their relationship, Ewing Management Group has agreed to buy Carlyle Group's stake in Key Automotive Group, as well as a stake held by Lightyear Capital. Key Automotive was formed by putting Key Plastics LLC, acquired for about $175 million in 2001, under the same...
S.A. (Tony) Johnson has announced his retirement from the board of directors of Dura Automotive Systems, the company that he founded in 1990. Johnson said he is stepping down from Dura's board in order to focus on other business interests. The move is effective immediately.
Cooper-Standard Automotive, an operating group of Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., has formed a joint venture company with Saiyang Sealing Products Co. of China. Through the joint venture, the two companies will manufacture and sell automobile sealing systems for under the name Cooper Saiyang Wuhu Automotive. The joint venture will...
Tower Automotive said it will eliminate 67 jobs from its Bowling Green facility by moving production to a plant in Tennessee. The company will shift production of its suspension-link-arm business to Milan, Tenn., said Tower spokeswoman Bev Pierce.
Kumho Tire USA announced that it will increase tire prices effective October 1. Kumho’s passenger, light truck and commercial truck tire prices will increase between three and five percent, depending on the tire model, the company said. Kumho last raised prices in May.
Montana Products, a leading manufacturer of coatings for the automotive, fleet, equipment and OEM markets, has named Tammy Anderson as its new marketing communications manager. The appointment is part of the company's plan grow its business through industry expertise and service. In her new role, Anderson will plan, coordinate and...
The University of the Aftermarket's University Forum is your chance to tap into critical industry insights that add value to your company and increase your opportunities for career growth. University Forum, held on Sunday, Oct. 31, prior to the start of the annual AAPEX Show.
SKF/CR recently launched a new program created exclusively for members of its Pole Position program. As part of the program, SKF/CR has developed an online technical hub for members of the Pole Position Program, an incentive-based training program designed to educate technicians on proper vehicle safety and maintenance.
Federal-Mogul's aftermarket friction team was recently recognized for the development and introduction of its Wagner ThermoQuiet premium brake pads. Consulting firm Frost & Sullivan honored the team with the 2004 Frost & Sullivan Customer Value Enhancement Award, during its recent Customer Value Awards Banquet in Boston. In selecting Federal-Mogul for...
