Automotive Parts Associates Treats Sweepstakes Winners to a Kansas Speedway Weekend
LENEXA, KS — Automotive Parts Associates reported record-breaking participation and entries for its 2007 Professionals’ Choice Auto Parts VIP Race Weekend promotion. As the grand prize in the promotion, four winners attended the Sept. 30 NASCAR race at Kansas Speedway. Frank Russo with Levine Auto + Truck Parts in Danbury, CT; Kenneth Bartz with Tom
AMRA Announces Retirement of Larry Hecker
The board of directors of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) has announced the retirement of Executive Director and President Larry Hecker. Hecker will step down effective June 30, 2008, after 14 years with the association. Hecker will also be retiring from his leadership post at the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP), a subsidiary of AMRA, at the same time.
TI Automotive Wins $173 Million in New Business
WARREN, MI — TI Automotive has been awarded contracts totaling more than $173 million in combined lifetime sales by three global automakers. TI Automotive’s Fuel Systems group received contracts during the second quarter of 2007 from General Motors, Kia and Toyota, according to Brian Lindsay, president of the company’s Global Fuel Systems Division. Production of
Pricedex Announces PPS Membership, Sponsorship
Pricedex Software has signed on to become a major sponsor and supporter of the Professional Pricing Society (PPS), of Atlanta, GA. Founded in 1984, the Professional Pricing Society serves thousands of members, representing all leading industries in more than 50 countries, acting as the voice of the pricing profession. The society’s mission is to nurture a growing community of professionals committed to disseminating pricing expertise throughout the business world.
Executive Interview with Larry Pavey, Senior Advisor, Federated Auto Parts
This week we hear from Larry Pavey, senior advisor, Federated Auto Parts. Pavey is a 30 year aftermarket veteran who began his career at Walker Manufacturing. He worked for Echlin and Dana Corporation for 20 years at the Brake Parts Inc. division where he served as president for 13 years, building the business to one of the largest manufacturers in the industry. After retiring from Dana, he worked with ARI and as a consultant for Global Parts Solutions. Pavey has been an active industry participant, serving on the Board of Directors for ASIA , APAA, AAIA, ASE, MEMA and the Manufacturers Advisory Council for AWDA. He has participated in numerous industry committees and initiatives. Join us as Pavey shares how his previous experiences in manufacturing and direct sourcing give him a unique perspective in his new role in programmed distribution.
Founding Federated Member Fisher Auto Parts Merges with Hayden’s Auto Supply
Fisher Auto Parts, the founding member of Federated Auto Parts, has merged with Hayden’s Auto Supply; it was announced today by Charlie Hayden, president of Hayden’s Auto Supply, Inc. and Bo Fisher, CEO of Fisher Auto Parts. Hayden’s Auto Supply, Inc. headquartered in Leonardtown, MD, was founded in 1962 by Frank Hayden and joined the Federated Auto Parts programmed distribution group in 1999.
MAHLE Clevite Names New General Manager
MAHLE Clevite Inc. has announced the appointment of Michael Tate to the position of general manager. Tate brings 26 years of aftermarket experience to MAHLE Clevite, most recently of SPX Service Solutions. In his new role, Tate will assume the management responsibilities for all North American Aftermarket activities for the MAHLE Group, which includes MAHLE Clevite Inc., MAHLE Clevite Canada, ULC and the Aftermarket division of MAHLE Componentes de Motores S.A. de C.V.
IRL Names John Lewis Vice President, Marketing and League Development
INDIANAPOLIS — John Lewis, who has nearly 15 years of experience with both the Indy Racing League and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, will expand his current duties to include the league’s marketing initiatives. Lewis has been named vice president, marketing and league development for the Indy Racing League. Since 2006, Lewis has served as vice president,
WIX Filters Announces 2007 Route WIX Die Cast Collectible Promotion for Counter Pros
GASTONIA, NC – WIX Filters, an Affinia Group brand, has announced the availability of the 2007 Route WIX Die Cast Collectible, the legendary Shelby Cobra 427 Sport Coupe. Each year, WIX Filters offers customers a new die cast collectible sales promotion. Counter professionals will make the Route WIX collectibles available to their customers with the
Parts Plus of New Mexico Acquires Federated Auto Parts of NM; Expands Further into New Mexico Market
Parts Plus of New Mexico, a Parts Plus member of the Automotive Distribution Network, has purchased the assets of J & J Auto Parts, a former Federated distributor in the Albuquerque, NM, market, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network. According to Adam Honegger, CEO of Parts Plus of New Mexico, this acquisition gives Parts Plus of New Mexico access to a whole new customer and product base in a part of Albuquerque previously not penetrated.