New Web Site Option Available to Dealers
ROSEVILLE, Calif. — CustomerLink has launched its new Web site design and hosting service for tire dealers and auto service shops. The company said its Web sites are “highly customized with personalized, shop-specific domain names, extensive information about the shop including services offered, car care tips, online appointment scheduling and personalized email addresses for the
ASA Testifies at Florida Super Warranty Workshop
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) held a third workshop March 18 in Tallahassee, Fla., to discuss potential adoption of California motor vehicle emissions standards – the so-called “super warranty” program. Charlie Elder, owner of Ray Gordon Brake Service in Tallahassee and immediate-past chairman of the Automotive Service Association (ASA) board of directors, testified during the hearing.
More than 50,000 Customers Sign Up for OrderKeystone.com
POMONA, CA – Keystone Automotive Industries has reported that in the three years since the launch of the OrderKeystone.com website, more than 50,000 users have signed up for the service. “Keystone is thrilled with the ongoing positive response to the OrderKeystone.com Web site,” said Vice President Christopher Northup. “We believe that by making regular updates
National Pre-Owned Vehicle Certification Program for Independent Dealers Launched
ROYAL OAKS, CA — Virtual Motors and the National Vehicle Certification Group (NVCP) have partnered with CARFAX to launch the first and only Pre-Owned Vehicle Certification Program for independent dealers and consumers. The program offers dealers and their customers NVCP’s Physical Inspection, Engine and Transmission Fluid Analysis completed by an independent third-party technician, a fully
Monroe Brings Back Spring Ride Control Promotion for Motorists
MONROE, MI – On April 1, Monroe will bring back its popular Monroe spring promotion, giving motorists extra incentive to replace ride control components. Monroe recommends a safety check on safety-critical components, such as shocks and struts, at 50,000 miles, a replacement guideline established through The Motorist Assurance Program. The “50,000-mile” initiative was put into
ASA Celebration of Excellence, AMI Graduation to be Held During 2008 Annual Convention
The Automotive Service Association’s (ASA) 2008 Annual Convention will be held May 1-3 at the Hyatt Regency in Santa Clara, CA. Among the highlights of the event will be ASA’s annual Celebration of Excellence – a special evening function dedicated to honoring the achievements of ASA members. AutoZone is sponsoring ASA’s Celebration of Excellence this year, which will take place Saturday, May 3, from 7 to 9:30 pm.
AOCA Convention and Fast Lube Expo Opens in Las Vegas Monday
The Automotive Oil Change Association’s (AOCA) 21st Annual Convention and Fast Lube Expo will open on Monday, March 10, and run through Thursday, March 13, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center in Las Vegas. The AOCA Fast Lube Expo, the world’s largest event dedicated to buyers and suppliers to the fast lube industry, will give attendees the opportunity to meet top industry suppliers from around the country to learn about products and services that could help them improve their operations
New State Right to Repair Laws Introduced
While Right to Repair continues to be considered by the U.S. Congress, the bill has also been introduced in certain states this session. Senate companions to Right to Repair bills that are under consideration in the New York Assembly (H.B. 5817) and the New Jersey Assembly (H.B. 803) were introduced last week. Similar to the
Exide Technologies Names Phil Damaska Executive Vice President and CFO; Francis Corby to Retire
Exide Technologies has appointed Phillip Damaska, 53, as the company’s new executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective April 1, 2008. Damaska brings more than 30 years of experience to his new role at Exide. He joined the company in January 2005 as vice president, Finance, and was subsequently appointed vice president and corporate controller in August of that same year. Since March 2006, Damaska has held the position of senior vice president and corporate controller. From 1996 through 2004, Damaska held a variety of positions at Freudenberg-NOK, the joint venture partnership between Freudenberg and Company in Germany and NOK Corporation in Japan. During his tenure, he served as president of Corteco, an automotive and industrial seal supplier that is part of the Freudenberg-NOK global group of companies.