Guest Commentary: Is Saying Thank You Passe? Has Civility Left the Building?
We all have the power to say these two magic words and thus appreciate, motivate, create good will, spread peace and raise self-esteem.
Guest Commentary: The Consumer As CMO
Today’s Prospects Are Telling Us Exactly How to Reach Them. Are You Listening?
Guest Commentary: ‘The Long View’ By MEMA President And CEO Bill Long
“We need to be focused on the evolution – or maybe even the revolution – of technology, market forces, consumer attitudes, business practices, workforces, and the many external pressures and shifts that are coming our way,” writes MEMA CEO Bill Long.
Guest Commentary: Managers Take And Leaders Give
Giving credit has a huge inspiring effect. Employees emulate the best traits of a leader. Leadership is a deep commitment to loyalty – in good times and in bad times. Strong leaders have the courage to stand up for the dignity of all.
State Vehicle Inspections: Something Needs To Change
If states intend to run inspection programs, they need to be aware that vehicles are changing.
Guest Commentary: Evolving To Sustainability – Reducing Vehicle Criteria And Greenhouse Gas Emissions
It is important to know how your fuel is being used to ensure the best fit for any fleet application.
Guest Commentary: Fueling Innovation In The Automotive Aftermarket
New and exciting tech advances don’t often come to mind when considering the automotive aftermarket. However, Nathan Shipley, automotive industry analyst at The NPD Group, points out that some of the industry’s most innovative solutions in recent years have come about because someone thought to get creative with an existing product.
Guest Commentary: Catalyst For Change – The Role Of The Leader Is To Teach
“The simple truth is, continuous improvement requires a commitment to learning. The leader/teacher seeks to expand the capacity of employees, instill desire and new thinking. Learning is a team effort,” writes Dr. John Passante.
NREL/Volvo Partnership Demonstrates Approach To Quantify Automated Vehicle Fuel Savings
Automated control of cars may enable drivers to rack up more fuel savings than if they were completely in charge, according to a new study conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Volvo Cars.
Guest Commentary: A Case For Pubic (Whoops!) Mistakes
In this guest commentary from Sensata’s Jacki Lutz, we learn about the value of being open about professional mistakes. Lutz, president of the Automotive Communications Council for the 2018-2019 term, writes about ACC members bravely sharing their foibles for the greater good during a recent ACC conference.
Guest Commentary: What Are the Key Challenges Facing American Automobile Companies?
In order to overcome some of the critical automotive industry challenges this year, strategic planners must look beyond traditional issues and address much bigger and basic concerns.
Guest Commentary: Recruit New Techs
Logically, step one to bringing in new technicians is recruitment, but how does that look in the real world when working with school boards and instructors?
