ReMaTecNews Names Remanufacturer Of The Year 2013
Alan Smart, founder and owner of ATP Industries Group Ltd., Staffordshire, U.K., received the award for the company’s record of innovation, product quality and contribution to the reputation of the automotive and heavy-duty remanufacturing industries.
Arnco Acquired By Private Equity Firm
Established in 1971 and based in South Gate, Calif., Arnco operates through five main business units: Arnco Tire Flatproofing; Arnco Performance Polymers; Carefree Tire; Arnco Construction Products; and Arnco Europe, based in Manchester, England. Arnco has production facilities in South Gate; Berea, Ohio; Manchester; and Jiaxing City, China.
HDA Truck Pride Strengthens Footprint With Blaine Brothers
HDA Truck Pride says one of its key initiatives is to focus on the end-user, the ultimate decision-maker for consumption of the group’s products. “The addition of Blaine Brothers is a prime example of that winning combination of a member with both parts and service,” the group stated in a press release.
Bob Carlucci Joins HDA Truck Pride As National Fleet Manager
Carlucci brings more than 35 years of experience with him, in both the commercial vehicle OES and aftermarket channels. He held various positions including sales, marketing and training with Dana Corp and also previously was director of sales, heavy-duty distribution with SKF. He also worked as sales director, Great Lakes region with Ameriquest Transportation Services.
Mark Miles To Become CEO Of Hulman & Co.
Addition allows Jeff Belskus to focus on IMSC, IndyCar businesses.
Transtar Enhances Standard Transmission Product Offering Nationwide
More customers will now have access to standard transmission products from All Transmission Parts (ATP) with same-day delivery.
AAIA Green Snapshot Highlights Aftermarket’s Environmental Efforts
The Green Snapshot is being distributed at automotive aftermarket meetings, events and trade shows. It also is used extensively in AAIA’s lobbying efforts in the nation’s capital and in state capitals.
Peterson’s 2012 Master Catalog Just Released
The catalog includes more than 276 pages of vehicle safety lighting products and accessories.
APRA Says International Remanufacturing Forum Was an ‘Overwhelming Success’
More than 115 people attended the event.
Car Batteries Recycled by 98 Percent of Automotive Aftermarket Companies
More than 95 percent of an automotive battery can be recycled. The lead, plastic, acid and sulfuric acid found in batteries are reclaimed and reused in the manufacturing of new batteries.