Executive Interview with Dan Freeman, APA President and CEO
In this exclusive interview Automotive Parts Associates (APA) President and CEO sits down with aftermarketNews to talk about WD consolidation, what his members are doing to reduce costs and increase efficiency and why global membership is not a priority for APA.
From Counterman.com: The Top 20 Super Stores of 2007
By Counterman Staff This month, Counterman examines those store groups that made notable acquisitions or changes over the past 12 months. For the complete list of the top 20 store groups in the market, click here. At first glance, Counterman’s Super Stores list might look a lot like last year’s and the year before —
Last Week at AAPEX: Fred Bunting Receives Art Fisher Award
AWDA presented the 2007 Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award to Fred A. Bunting in recognition of his passion for training and education. Bunting received this honor during AWDA’s general session, held last Sunday night in Las Vegas. The Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award is presented annually to an aftermarket company or individual that demonstrates outstanding commitment to education and training, either within their own companies or throughout the industry. Given in memory of former AWDA chairman Art Fisher, the award grants substantial scholarships in the name of the award winner to two students enrolled in the automotive aftermarket management program at Northwood University.
Seats Still Available for Oct. 3-4 ‘Aftermarket Overview’ Workshop in Southfield, MI
MIDLAND, MI — A few seats still remain for the University of the Aftermarket’s “Aftermarket Overview” workshop, slated for Oct. 3-4, at Federal-Mogul’s worldwide headquarters in Southfield, MI. “Aftermarket Overview” is designed for professionals who are new to the industry or have recently assumed new job responsibilities that require additional insight to the structure and
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Advisory Councils Brainstorm in San Antonio
Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper hosted its seventh annual National Advisory Councils for its parts stores and certified service centers on Sept. 19-20, in San Antonio, TX. The purpose of the Advisory Councils is for council members to examine the industry within their own markets, review national programs and help plan for the future. According to Steve Marks, senior vice president of marketing/advertising for Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper, one of the main issues both councils want to focus on in the future is bringing their communications into the ‘electronic age.’
‘Aftermarket Overview’ Workshop to be Held in Detroit
MIDLAND, MI — “Aftermarket Overview,” an in-depth look at the challenges and opportunities facing today’s automotive parts and service industry, will return to the Detroit area Oct. 3-4 at Federal-Mogul Corp.’s worldwide headquarters in Southfield, MI. One of the most popular workshops offered by the University of the Aftermarket, “Aftermarket Overview” is an ideal educational
Top 20 Super Stores
After several years of mega mergers among the nation’s largest store owners, 2007 proved to be an anomaly: Among the 20 largest store chains in the U.S, not a single one was acquired. That’s not to insinuate that acquisitions didn’t occur; in fact, 2006 posted the greatest overall store count growth for the top 20 store chains in the last five years. As a group, total store counts grew by more than six percent.
The Top 10 News Stories of 2006
For the third year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine take a look at the events that have had the most impact on the automotive aftermarket in the past year.
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Launches National Charity Program
A new nationwide program that helps victims of domestic violence and abuse gain their freedom through the donation of refurbished cars has been launched by Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper. This unprecedented vehicle gift program is sponsored by the warehouses, parts stores and certified service centers flying the Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper flags. Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, parent company of Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper, announced the new program yesterday at AAPEX.
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Advisory Councils Brainstorm in San Antonio
Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper hosted its sixth annual National Advisory Councils for its parts stores and certified service centers on Oct. 11 -12, in San Antonio, TX. The purpose of the Advisory Councils is to examine the industry within the councils’ own markets, review national programs and help plan for the future. Council members also serve on their local advisory councils representing other Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper members. Warehouse/distributors nominate members that must meet specific criteria to be eligible to serve on these elite assemblies of aftermarket professionals.