Peter Brown, owner and founder of auxiliary lighting company KC HiLiTES, Inc. has announced he is passing on the company to a new generation. Brown is selling the business to his stepson Michael DeHaas, a longtime employee of the company. Brown will continue as a consultant for the business.
This week Vic Edelbrock, Jr. carried on a proud tradition for his family-owned business -- the presentation of its annual scholarship award. Edelbrock gave automotive student Casey Cox a check for $5,594 as the recipient of the 2004 Vic Edelbrock Sr. Scholarship Award. Cox, 19, of Hays, Kan., is a...
Don’t miss your chance to catch an in-depth look at one of the most unique competitions in professional racing today. Watch as the top engine builders of NASCAR compete in a head-to-head competition to assemble an engine from the block up. On Sunday, July 18, Speed Channel will broadcast a...
The Timken Co.'s automotive group has been recommended for certification to ISO/TS 16949:2002. The company's third party registrars made the recommendation after concluding its audits in June. This current recommendation to ISO/TS 16949:2002 applies to 21 of the 23 manufacturing locations for tapered, needle and steering products worldwide, as well...
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has produced a new video that demonstrates the importance of the motor vehicle product manufacturing industry to the overall automotive industry and to the American economy. The 11-minute video, titled “The Importance of The Automotive Supplier: The Engine Behind the Largest U.S. Manufacturing...
Seasoned aftermarket veterans know: Amidst the glitz and gloss, the annual AAPEX show in Las Vegas can be summed up in two images -- tired aching feet and long taxi lines. However, we have great news to report for those of you attending this year's show. Yesterday, the new Las...
ASC Industries in North Canton, Ohio, has named Steve Massarelli to the position of national account manager. According to Jeff Sandt, vice president of sales and marketing, the company has successfully expanded its customer network, becoming the top aftermarket new water pump manufacturer and necessitating the need for more sales...
Management Information Systems Group, Inc. (MISG), a leading provider of e-commerce, electronic data interchange (EDI) and Internet solutions, has announced two new management appointments.
Holland, Mich.-based K-Line Industries, a manufacturer of specialty tooling and supplies for engine remanufacturers, has named Tom DeBlasis as its new aftermarket sales and business development manager. In addition, the company has restructured its export division and announced a number of new appointments.
TI Automotive has appointed three executives to key management positions. Rick Hein has become global commercial and IT director for TI Automotive's fluid carry systems group, a newly created position, in Warren, Mich. Previously, he was responsible for the division's quality and IT strategy. Rick will continue to report directly...
