U.S. Car Owners’ Attitudes About Motor Oil Change Intervals are Shifting
Half still believe in 3,000 miles or three months oil change as a general rule, reports NPD.
AAPEX REPORT: AAIA Town Hall, 2011
AAIA Town Hall hits on aftermarket’s ability to embrace change and capitalize on opportunities.
AAPEX Education Sessions Developed for Warehouse Distributors
The WD-focused free sessions will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1 through Thursday, Nov. 3, in Marco Polo Rooms 701-706 on the Venetian/Palazzo Congress Center Level 1 in the Venetian Hotel.
New AAPEX Education Sessions Geared for Parts Stores, Repair Shops
This year’s Learning Forum at AAPEX includes two technical training programs for technicians and shop owners, offered by the Car Care Professionals Network (CCPN) and AWDA Manufacturers Advisory Council.
‘Hot Topics’ Announced for This Year’s AAPEX Learning Forum
Topics wll include the import parts explosion, social media, emerging business models, selling process techniques, trends affecting the aftermarket environment and brand protection.
AAIA Town Hall Online Registration Opens
Hosted by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), the Town Hall, sponsored by Polk, will be held at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, in the Venetian Ballroom in the Venetian Hotel.
AAIA Town Hall to Feature Three Top Presenters
Mario Gabelli, Tim Rogers and David Portalatin will present the latest financial, industry and consumer trends, insight and analysis at this year’s AAIA Town Hall at AAPEX in Las Vegas.
The Best in Cataloging Recognized by NCMA
CARDONE, DENSO and International Brake Industries take top honors.
Six ‘Hot Topic’ Sessions Have Been Announced for the AAPEX Learning Forum
Topics include new OEM engine oils, imports, health care legislation, consumer buying habits, global markets and strategies for economic downturn.
Auto Parts Retailers’ Sales Up As More Consumers Make Repairs
Auto parts retailers experience healthy sales growth from a year ago as consumers make repairs to keep aging vehicles on road longer, reports NPD.