Spyker Cars Finalizes Purchase of Saab from GM
Saab and Spyker to operate under parent company Spyker Cars N.V.
Cummins Inc. Agrees to Pay $2.1 Million Penalty for Diesel Engine Clean Air Act Violations
The settlement requires Cummins to recall approximately 405 engines that were found to have reached the ultimate consumers without the correct exhaust after-treatment devices (ATDs) in order to install the correct ATDs.
Wulf Gaertner Auto Parts Relaunches Meyle Web Site
Company adds content and advanced search function in this user-friendly Web site makeover.
Pep Boys Announces ‘Open to Buy’ Days for New Products
The company invites both current and new merchandise suppliers to its headquarters to present any innovative, hot products for on-the-spot buying consideration.
Federal-Mogul Reports Strong Fourth Quarter 2009 Net Income and Record Cash Flow
Company reports third consecutive quarter of increased earnings and significant cash flow.
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Operating Results
Revenues for the quarter compared to the prior-year period decreased by approximately $28.7 million, due primarily to the decrease in both the North American Class 8 heavy truck market and the global construction market.
AASA Vision Conference to Hold OptiCat Panel, Roundtable Discussion to Provide Opportunity for Feedback
The AASA Vision Conference panel discussion, “OptiCat: A Supplier-Driven Catalog Model,” is scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, at the InterContinental O’Hare, Rosemont, Ill.
Executive Interview with Michael Proud, Director of Marketing, North America, for Federal-Mogul Corp.
Michael Proud is director of marketing, North America, for Federal-Mogul Corp., with responsibility for the company’s extensive portfolio of North American brands and go-to-market programs. A 20-year industry veteran, Proud joined Federal-Mogul in 1999 and has held a variety of marketing positions within the company’s global aftermarket operations. In today’s exclusive AMN Executive Interview, Proud talks about the supplier’s new “Smart Choice” campaign to promote the use of premium brand products at the consumer level.
THI Corp. Appoints Michael McGunagle as its New Marketing Director
Prior to joining THI, McGunagle accrued 13 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, working with companies such as Maxxis Tires and Eaton Corp.
Court Confirms Accuride’s Plan of Reorganization
Accuride’s U.S. entities filed a voluntary petition for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the District of Delaware on Oct. 8, 2009.