Rancho Goes First-to-Market with New Suspension for ’07 Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Pickups
LONG BEACH, CA — Rancho has unveiled an advanced suspension system for a truck model that hasn’t even hit showroom floors yet: 2007 Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra half-ton pickups. Ready to “Alter Your Ego,” Rancho suspensions, ride control products and related components are manufactured and marketed by Tenneco Inc. “For the past two years, Rancho has
Clevite Announces Two Executive Promotions
Clevite Engine Parts this week announced promotions for two of its executives to new posts. Ted Hughes has been promoted to the position of NAPA business development manager for Clevite Engine Parts. Clevite also announced the promotion of Jesse Jones, a 24-year Dana veteran, to director of marketing.
New Automotive Reality TV Series “NASCAR Angels” to Premiere in 95 Percent of the U.S. Week of Sept. 18
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR), in partnership with MagicDust Television, will officially launch the automotive reality television series “NASCAR Angels” this Fall with the first episode airing the week of Sept. 18 on local stations nationwide.
Egge’s Ernie Silvers Named New Chairman of ARMO
After serving as vice president/general manager of Egge Machine Co. for 10 years, Ernie Silvers was recently appointed chief executive officer of the 90-year-old company, based in Santa Fe Springs, CA. His experience in and knowledge of the restoration industry make him well suited for his even newer role as chairman of the Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO), a segment of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA).
AAPEX Online Registration Now Open
Online event and housing registration is now open for the 2006 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), which takes place Tuesday, Oct. 31 – Thursday, Nov. 2, in Las Vegas. Online registration is $15 per person if completed before Oct. 13, for a 70 percent savings off the $50 on-site registration fee. AAPEX show organizers have negotiated discounted room rates at 30 hotels in Las Vegas that can be reserved online. With the AAPEX badge, attendees can also enter the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show being held that same week in Las Vegas.
Speed Tech Performance to Offer Discounts to Fire, Police, Military Personnel
Speed Tech Performance (STP) has announced the development of a worldwide discount purchasing program for fire, police and military personnel. Effective immediately all products manufactured by STP will be offered at a 5 percent discount to currently employed police, firefighters and military service men and women.
Diesel Association Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Outstanding Speaker Program
The Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS) marks its 50th anniversary with outstanding speakers, relevant topics and vital industry information at its 2006 International Convention & Tradeshow, slated for Wednesday, Aug. 2, through Sunday, Aug. 6, at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago.
Katech Promotes Caleb Newman to VP for Aftermarket Division
Caleb Newman, vice president and director of engineering for Katech Inc., has been appointed vice president of the company’s aftermarket division, Katech Performance. Katech Performance engineers and manufactures race-proven aftermarket crate engines and components for Gen3 LS1/LS6 and Gen4 LS2/LS7 engines including solid belt tensioners, coil relocation brackets, cylinder heads, dampers, pistons, push rods, throttle bodies and valve covers, among other high-performance products for the street and track.
Corky Coker Named ARMO’s Person of the Year
Joseph “Corky” Coker, president of Coker Tire Co., has been selected as the Automotive Restoration Market Organization’s (ARMO) “Person of the Year.” The annual ARMO award recognizes and honors one member for their outstanding achievements in the restoration industry. Coker was a founding member and former chairman of ARMO, which is the auto restoration council within SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association).
Dates Set for 2006 Aftermarket eForum in Chicago
With three distinct educational segments, the 2006 Aftermarket eForum promises to be another blockbuster event. Scheduled to take place July 17-19 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, the 2006 eForum is designed to appeal to executives and decision makers as well as IT and e-business managers from all segments and functions of the industry. The show provides an educational and business development symposium dedicated to e-commerce and supply chain technology solutions in the vehicle aftermarket.