Standard Motor Products Receives 2006 Supplier of the Year Award from Pronto
Standard Motor Products was recently recognized as National Pronto Association’s 2006 “Supplier of the Year” for providing outstanding performance and dedication as a key supplier to the shareholders of the National Pronto Association. Standard Motor Products has been a supplier to National Pronto Association for more than 20 years, providing Standard and BWD Engine Management and Wire & Cable, Four Seasons Temperature Control and Hayden Cooling products.
John Murphy Promoted to VP of Sales, Eastern Region for Beck/Arnley
SMYRNA, TN – Beck/Arnley has promoted John Murphy to vice president of sales, eastern region. In this position, Murphy is responsible for all company sales in the eastern U.S. He will oversee Beck/Arnley’s district managers and independent sales agencies, as well as call on current warehouse distributor customers and prospect for new business. "With the
Federated Presents Vendor of the Year Awards
Federated Auto Parts presented its Vendor of the Year Awards for 2005 at its recent annual meeting in Orlando, FL. Federated selected Hastings Filters as its Outstanding Vendor of the Year. Additional Vendor of the Year awards were presented to Grote, Dayco and BWD – Standard Motor Products.
Standard Motor Products Receives 2005 Partnership Award from Pronto
Standard Motor Products has received the 2005 Partnership Award from National Pronto Association in recognition of its commitment over the past 12 months to helping Pronto shareholders and the group’s main office achieve success.
KYB Names Gail McHugh Customer Services Manager
KYB America LLC has named Gail McHugh as the company’s new customer services manager. Prior to assuming her position at KYB, McHugh served as vehicle service market customer service manager for Chicago Rawhide/SKF in Elgin, Ill. McHugh began her aftermarket career in 1985, holding a variety of positions for BWD Automotive/Dana until joining Chicago Rawhide in 2004.
Pavey Out as ARI CEO
While unable to officially comment on his departure, sources close to ARI have confirmed that ARI CEO Larry Pavey was no longer serving as chief executive of the company. Pavey joined ARI in 2003 after a long career with Dana Corp.
Wells Manufacturing Announces Two Executive Appointments
Wells Manufacturing recently appointed automotive aftermarket veteran Chris Stock to the position of national sales and marketing manager for the company’s traditional aftermarket business. In addition, Wells recently announced the promotion of Gene Langenecker within its leadership team. Langenecker is now national sales and marketing manager for the retail aftermarket.
Executive Interview with Eric Sills, Director of Headquarter Operations, Standard Motor Products
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Eric Sills, director of headquarter operations at Standard Motor Products. It’s been just about one year since Standard acquired Dana’s Engine Management division. Join us as Sills brings us up to speed on the integration, and shares some of Standard’s goals and plans for the coming years.
Tartaglione Named VP of Sales and Marketing for Wells Manufacturing
Longtime aftermarket veteran Bruce Tartaglione was recently named vice president of sales and marketing for Wells Manufacturing. Wells is a leading manufacturer and supplier of OE and aftermarket engine management products.