AAIA’s Aaron Lowe Testifies on ‘Right to Repair’ Before House Small Business Committee
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports BETHESDA, Md. – Aaron Lowe, vice president of government affairs for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) testified before the House Small Business Committee Sept. 25 in Washington, D.C., to brief legislators on the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2694). Among the congressional leaders in attendance
Delco Remy’s New 36SI Alternator Provides Improved Fuel Efficiency for Fleets
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports PENDLETON, Ind. – Delco Remy says its new 36SI heavy-duty alternator is helping fleets meet fuel efficiency improvement goals, which ultimately, can equate to fuel savings. Large fleets, such as retailer Wal-Mart, are purchasing the alternator to improve their efficiency across their truck fleets, said the company. Delco Remy’s
ArvinMeritor Names New GM of Operations for Worldwide Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket Business
ArvinMeritor has appointed Craig Cartmill to the position of general manager – operations for its Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket (CVA) business worldwide. Cartmill will be responsible for leading global operations for CVA and strategic deployment of lean principles.
Toyo Names Takagi as New VP, COO
Yasushi Takagi, a 27-year veteran of Toyo Tire, was recently appointed executive vice president (EVP) and chief operating officer (COO) of Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. As EVP and COO, Takagi will work with staff in all departments to continuously evaluate sales and marketing efforts in the U.S. and create plans for the future.
SEMA Show to Offer 60 Educational Programs for Attendees
Staying competitive in the automotive specialty equipment market amidst today’s challenging economy will be the focus of the educational seminars being held in conjunction with the 2008 SEMA Show. With the SEMA Show taking place Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas, the SEMA educational program will begin Monday, Nov. 3 and continues daily until Nov. 6. This year’s program includes more than 60 seminars and 100 speakers who will help industry professionals take advantage of this learning opportunity to expand their business knowledge, discover new strategies and understand the trends shaping the future of the industry.
Alfred State Prof John Garippa Named 2008 NACAT Educator of the Year
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports POWAY, Calif. – John Garippa of Wayland, N.Y. was named the 2008 Educator of the Year at the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) Conference held recently at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Pa. Garippa is an associate professor at Alfred State College, SUNY College of
Snap-on to Sponsor Engine Masters Challenge
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports KENOSHA, Wis. – Snap-on Tools will serve as the official tools of the annual Engine Masters Challenge taking place Sept. 29 through Oct. 3 at the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) in Lima, Ohio. The Engine Masters Challenge is an invitational competition that puts 30 of the world’s top
Permatex Promotes Four on Executive Management Team
Permatex Inc. has announced several key promotions for its executive management team.
Accuride announced a number of significant changes this week ®€“ including a change in top management, restructuring initiatives and the creation of a n
Accuride announced a number of significant changes this week – including a change in top management, restructuring initiatives and the creation of a new aftermarket division.
NGK Spark Plugs Launches New Salvage Sensor Recovery Program
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) has introduced the NTK Oxygen Sensor’s Salvage Sensor Recovery Program (NTK SSRP) to all professional technicians. This program offers professional technicians an option for disposing of replaced sensors regardless of brand.