Publisher’s Perspective: Ok, I’ve Had It!
I am done with false marketing hype and offers. This includes all marketing offers, not just on price. It includes free trips, lifetime warranties and all of that. It is time for some sanity in the offerings department.
In Remembrance Of Industry Veteran And Longtime Autologue Executive Robert Fasano
Robert “Bob” Anthony Fasano, 70, passed away on July 1, in Tempe, Arizona. He was well-known for his sense of humor, generosity and large personality.
Autonomous Vehicle Maker NAVYA Set To Open First US Production Plant In Saline, Michigan
NAVYA’s project is expected to generate a total capital investment of more than $1 million and create 50 jobs, resulting in a $435,000 Michigan Business Development performance-based grant.
Automechanika Shanghai’s Scale, Exhibitor And Visitor Figures Continue To Expand, Say Organizers
Approximately 6,000 exhibitors from 42 countries and regions are expected to attend this year, which also is an increase of 4 percent. The number of visitors attending the show is anticipated to see an 8 percent increase, with 130,000 attendees from 140 countries and regions expected.
Yokohama Tire Corp. Sponsoring 3 US Spartan Athletes For The 2017 Race Season
Spartan Pro Team competitors Faye Stenning and Robert B. Killian Jr. will join amateur athlete Laurel Shearer in representing Yokohama at Spartan Races across the country.
Kinderhook Forms New Performance Parts Platform Through Major Acquisitions
The company has acquired JE Pistons, Wiseco, Innovate Motorsports, K1 and ProX Racing.
Yokohama Tire Signs On As Official Tire Of U.S. Spartan Race
Exclusive multi-year partnership with the world’s largest obstacle race and endurance brand will spotlight the GEOLANDAR tire line and “Yokohama Tire Flip” obstacle on NBC.
Advance Auto Parts To Sponsor Florida Georgia Line’s 2017 ‘DIG YOUR ROOTS’ Tour
“We are proud to join Florida Georgia Line as a presenting sponsor of their 2017 ‘DIG YOUR ROOTS’ tour,” said Walter Scott, Advance’s chief marketing officer. “Brian and Tyler are car enthusiasts, and we look forward to helping bring their music to our millions of customers and 74,000 team members across North America.”
Full Conference Agenda Announced For Automotive Communication Council’s Annual Conference
The April event focuses on inspiring and educating attendees with field experts, a shop-owner panel and networking opportunities inspired by the history of the automotive industry in Nashville, Tennessee.
Early Bird Registration Open For Automotive Communication Council’s Annual Conference
The April event will feature a Nashville-inspired agenda and unique gathering of marketing and communications professionals from the auto care industry.
