Hendrickson Establishes Aftermarket Parts Division
Hendrickson officials have announced the launch of Hendrickson Parts North America, a stand-alone division for the commercial vehicle parts aftermarket. “This new division will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to expand Hendrickson’s participation in the OE and independent channels of parts distribution in North America,” said John Walker, president and chief executive officer of The Boler Co., parent company of Hendrickson.
Brand Protection Council to Hold Free Webinar on Protecting Intellectual Property at Trade Shows
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC — The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association’s Brand Protection Council is offering a free webinar from 2-3 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 11, on “Identifying and Taking Action Against IPR Violations at AAPEX.” The event is designed to assist exhibitors in arming themselves against counterfeiters and other forms of intellectual property rights
Nearly 200 U.S. Manufacturers Attend OAC Reception at Automechanika
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – Nearly 200 attendees enjoyed global networking opportunities during the U.S. Manufacturers & Exhibitors Reception held Sept. 13 at Automechanika in Germany. Automechanika began Sept. 12 and continues through Sunday, Sept. 17, at the Messe Frankfurt GmbH. The Overseas Automotive Council (OAC) sponsored the reception with the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association
Deadline for 2007 GAAS Applications March 31; Students Can Now Apply Online
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC — The deadline to apply for a Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarship – awarded to students planning aftermarket careers – is Saturday, March 31, 2007. The application process is now entirely electronic through the GAAS scholarships website, http://www.automotivescholarships.com. The scholarships are available to students in two-year technical college programs and
Tom Gallagher and Michael Cardone Jr. to Speak at AASA’s AAPEX Breakfast
Tom Gallagher, chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of Genuine Parts Inc., and Michael Cardone Jr., chairman and CEO of CARDONE Industries and past chairman of MEMA, will address the theme of “Leadership in a Changing Global Aftermarket,” at the second annual AASA Breakfast, which takes place at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31 — the opening day of the 2006 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX).
Free Product Information Management Webinar to Be Offered Sept. 13
Following the recent announcement of their strategic alliance, Pricedex and Illumaware are teaming up to produce a webinar to help aftermarket manufacturers gain a better understanding of the business and financial benefits of utilizing both a robust product information management solution and incorporating industry standards in their product data. The free 45-minute webinar, scheduled to take place from 11-11:45 am (EST) on Wednesday, Sept 13, is being sponsored and hosted by MEMA’s MIS Council.
First AASA Marketing Executives Council Meeting Slated for Oct. 4 at Visteon HQ
The AASA Marketing Executives Council will hold its first meeting from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at The Grace Lodge, located on Visteon’s corporate campus in Van Buren Township, MI. The meeting will help explain to AASA members the role the new council will play in driving key AASA and industry initiatives, according to AASA Executive Director Steve Handschuh, who will open the meeting by providing the key strategic issues identified by the AASA Board of Governors.
R. L. Polk & Co.’s Ask the Industry Looks at the Future of Online Parts Ordering
Once considered nothing more than the latest trend for young and tech-savvy consumers, online shopping today is big business. While it has taken time for e-commerce to expand from its beginnings as a vehicle for primarily business-to-consumer purchasing, today, it has become a critical tool for successful business-to-business transactions. And, it seems that now, everyone wants in on the game. It’s not just a passing trend, but a must for those who want to keep their businesses current and on an upward growth track – especially in the automotive aftermarket. Simply type “buy auto parts” into Google and it will yield more than 50 million results.
Chinese Aftermarket Expected to Triple Over Next 10 Years to $12.2 Billion
China’s automotive aftermarket is currently under developed and ready for market contenders to enter, according to Market Analysis, a quarterly newsletter published by the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). Referencing multiple government surveys and certain internet sources, MEMA estimates the value of China’s aftermarket to be worth $12 billion by 2015. This market, which held a value of $4.4 billion in 2005, is predicted to more than triple in size it 10 years.
AASA Forms Automotive Aftermarket Marketing Council
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has created the AASA Marketing Council to advance the automotive aftermarket manufacturing industry through collaborative marketing and communication solutions.