National Pronto Association Acquires ‘Pronto’ Name in Canada
Effective immediately, the Pronto Auto Repair Dealership’s name in any form, trademark logo, artwork and URLs will no longer be used by Warden Automotive and will become the property of National Pronto Association.
Cooper Tire Names New President for North America Tire Operations
Ostrander is taking the helm of Cooper’s more than $2 billion North America operations, which produce passenger car and light truck tires, primarily for sale in the U.S. replacement market. This operation’s footprint also includes wholly owned subsidiary, Mickey Thompson, a developer and distributor of specialty and off-road tires. Ostrander joins Cooper from Eaton Corp., where he was most recently vice president and general manager of the Torque Control Products Division.
Executive Interview with Dino Maggioni, CEO, After Market Parts and Services, Magneti Marelli
This past November at AAPEX in Las Vegas, aftermarketNews publisher Scott Shriber and editor Amy Antenora sat down with Dino Maggioni, CEO of Magneti Marelli’s aftermarket division, to discuss the company’s plans for re-entry into the North American aftermarket. In this exclusive interview, Maggioni brings us up to speed on Magneti Marelli’s place in the global market today, as well as its growing relationship with Chrysler and the Mopar brand.
Littelfuse Announces Acquisition of Cole Hersee Co.
Terms of the transaction included cash consideration of $50 million, which was paid out of cash on hand and existing credit facilities. This acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings in 2011.
SPX Service Solutions Strengthens Chinese Aftermarket Equipment and Services Alliance
SPX has purchased additional shares in Launch Tech Co. Ltd. of China.
Leading ERP Software Vendor Adds New Positions
DMS Systems Corp. is a leading supplier of integrated, e-commerce Supply Chain Solutions for Automotive, HD Truck, RV, and Marine Parts Distributors in the U.S. DMS Systems, an IBM Premier Business Partner, is celebrating its 23rd year in business, and has openings for two new positions.
2011 Virtual Aftermarket eForum Registration Opens
Think, plan and act on technology solutions without leaving the office.
Rusty Bishop Named Chair of University of the Aftermarket Foundation
Bishop accepted the volunteer position at a meeting of the Foundation Board of Trustees held during AAPEX earlier this month in Las Vegas.
New AASA Report Released at AAPEX
“Aftermarket Industry Image: Why Premium Aftermarket Products Deliver the Best Value” is the latest report in the AASA Know Your Parts Series.
John Passante Named President of Brenton Productions
He replaces Brenton’s founder, Frank McGonagle, who will continue to work alongside Passante as chairman of the company.