AMN Executive Interview with Dino Maggioni, CEO, After Market Parts and Services, Magneti Marelli
Following up on a 2010 interview, aftermarketNews.com Publisher Scott Shriber and Editor Amy Antenora again recently sat down with Dino Maggioni to catch up with Magneti Marelli and its foray into the automotive aftermarket in North America. Maggioni brings us up to speed on Magneti Marelli’s new product introductions and plans for the future.
OEConnection Unveils Redesigned Website
The company says the new site combines function and design for the benefit of the numerous business customers of OEConnection – original equipment manufacturers, distributors, dealers, fleets and repair shops – as well as job seekers, community partners, the media and other interested parties.
Zep Inc. Signs Orchard Supply Hardware Stores
Latest move expands retail market access in California.
Magneti Marelli Introduces Open-Source Platform for the ‘Connected Car’
Magneti Marelli says it has presented the first infotainment system that complies with automotive requirements. The system was developed according to the GENIVI compliance specifications shared by major players in the automotive field.
Registration Now Open for AASA VisCon 2012
Top-rated speaker Erik Hurst on the agenda for the March 29 event.
Winterton, Kane Named to New Leadership Positions at Goodyear North American Tire
Goodyear has announced several key leadership succession moves designed to continue the positive momentum in the company’s North American Tire business.
Exide Technologies Announces Battery Technology Partnership with NorthStar
The new NorthStar Pure Lead AGM ultra high performance battery is designed for the automotive, marine/RV, heavy-duty trucking and equipment and first responder market segments.
GM Aftersales Organization Recognizes Wells for Outstanding On-Time Shipping Performance
Company’s Centerville, Iowa, distribution complex delivers 99 percent or higher fill rate for a key customer.
Executive Interview with Jason Best, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Aftermarket, Spectra Premium
Jason Best started his career as Canadian sales manager at Coulter Radiator in 1993. He joined the Spectra Premium team in 1997 as national sales manager, when Coulter Radiator joined the Spectra Group. Since 2004, Best has been in charge of all sales and marketing projects as vice president sales and marketing, aftermarket. In this week’s exclusive Executive Interview, Best talks with aftermarketNews.com about new technology and low-cost country sourcing, as well as the critical importance of inventory management and quality assurance at Spectra Premium.
McGladrey Manufacturing and Distribution Monitor Shows Business Accelerating, Despite Concerns About Government Gridlock
An item of note from the fall survey results is that the automotive sector continues to gain strength.