AAPEX Organizers See Growth in Participation from Target Buyers
Event organizers say auto parts retailer attendance increased 24 percent, while the number of independent repair garages was up 38.5 percent. Attendance by program groups increased 60 percent over last year, largely due to the pre-AAPEX marketing efforts of the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA).
Automotive Lift Association Announces New Officers and Directors for 2012
ALI members re-elected Douglas Grunnet of Stertil KONI USA as chairman of the board of directors.
Aftermarket Foundation, Don Schumacher Racing Fuel Awareness, Dollars at High Octane Vegas Charity Golf Tournament
The 20th annual charity event raised more than $350,000, breaking the previous year’s record.
MAP Board, Advisory Council for 2011-12 Introduced
The MAP Advisory Council, created in October 2010, is an independent self-governing body, which advises the AMRA Board of Directors on all MAP-related matters, concerns and issues identified by the council.
CIMS Marks 40 Years With Logo, Website, Recognition Program
Founded by the late Paul Kruder in 1971, CIMS has been the industry leader in providing its clients with tools that enable the registration of motorists’ replacement tires – a federal mandate enforced by NHTSA, the company said.
Schrader EZ-Sensor Offers 82 Percent TPMS Coverage in North America
The company also the announced appointment of Chris Mack as regional sales manager for the Schrader Northeast Region.
Brembo Brings Version of Racing Pad to OE and Aftermarket
The new CCM-R is being marketed to high-performance enthusiasts and specialty tuners, and provides high thermal conductivity and maximum braking power, durability and versatility, the company said.
ROUSH to Build Raybestos Brakes 2013 Mustang
ROUSH Performance commissioned to build 2013 Mustang for 2012 giveaway promotion.
AAPEX REPORT: Car Care Council Women’s Board Names 2011 Aftermarket Women of the Year
The Car Care Council Women’s Board is pleased to announce Deborah Bjorklund, president/principle owner of TMR (The Main Resource), has been chosen as the eighth annual “Aftermarket Woman of the Year,” while Audra Fordin of Great Bear Auto Shop, has been named the first “Female Service Shop Owner of the Year.” The announcement was made at the 2011 Women’s Board
Virginia Tire & Auto Named North America’s Best
Now in its fifth year, the Tire Review Top Shop Award, presented by Ammco/Coats, seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada.