AAIA Announces Opening of IPO Web Portal; ARI Sponsors Testing Facility
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) announced the opening of a new collaborative Web portal. This new service is available to test compliance with the AAIA Internet Parts Ordering (IPO) standard.
Delco Remy International Changes Name to Remy
As of Aug. 1, Delco Remy International, Inc. will be known simply as Remy International, Inc. The company is changing its corporate name to mark the tenth anniversary of its spin off from General Motors. The company said it will continue to market certain starters and heavy-duty alternators for original equipment and aftermarket customers under the Delco Remy trademark, which is licensed to the company by General Motors. The company will also add the Remy trademark to its brand portfolio for a variety of automotive products in addition to using Remy International as the new corporate name.
K-Line Industries Names Aftermarket Sales and Business Development Manager
Holland, Mich.-based K-Line Industries, a manufacturer of specialty tooling and supplies for engine remanufacturers, has named Tom DeBlasis as its new aftermarket sales and business development manager. In addition, the company has restructured its export division and announced a number of new appointments.
Executive Interview with USA Industries President and Owner Vince Trapani
Vince Trapani, owner and president of USA Industries, recently took some time to talk with aftermarketNews.com. Trapani talked about the rapid growth his company has undergone since its founding in the mid-80s. He also shared his insights on the starter and alternator segment of the industry, competition from China and a recent factory visit from President Bush.
U.S. Industry Associations Sponsor 2005 Australian Aftermarket Trade Show
Several major U.S. industry associations have offered their support for the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) in promoting its 2005 AAAA Trade Show. The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) has announced it will promote the show, as the event will provide AAIA members the opportunity to reach key buyers in the emerging Asian-Pacific markets. In addition, the Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association (APRA) has signed on as a co-sponsor of the event. The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association and a number of other U.S. aftermarket associations will also sponsor the event.
Champion Parts Completes Sale of Pennsylvania Plant
Champion Parts, a remanufacturer of automotive parts, has completed the sale of its 200,000 square foot Beech Creek, Pa., plant and property. Champion Parts remanufactures fuel system components, air conditioning compressors, front wheel drive assemblies and other underhood electrical and mechanical products for the passenger car and light truck, agricultural, heavy-duty truck and marine parts aftermarket.
APRA 2004 Membership Directory Released
The 2004 Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association (APRA) Membership Directory is now available. The directory features contact information for all APRA members and is divided into different market categories, including: rebuilders, manufacturer suppliers, core suppliers, manufacturer’s representatives, warehouses and additional associate members.
Senator Arlen Specter Visits CARDONE Industries
Pennsylvania Republican Senator Arlen Specter made a visit to CARDONE Industries this week to learn about the benefits of automotive remanufacturing.
MEMA Board Member Michael Cardone, Jr. Addresses European Distributor Group
Michael Cardone Jr., president and CEO of CARDONE Industries and a vice president on the MEMA Board of Directors, recently explained the U.S. remanufacturing industry to FIGIEFA (Federation of International Automotive Aftermarket Distributors). The presentation was made at the group’s annual meeting in Lisbon, Portugal. FIGIEFA is a European governing body that represents 27 national trade associations from 21 countries.
Meineke Raises $43,000 for Children’s Miracle Network
Charlotte, NC-based Meineke Car Care Centers recently donated more than $43,000 to the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) during the charity’s Annual Broadcast on June 5th and 6th. Now in its 7th year as a CMN sponsor, the Meineke chain has contributed more than $500,000 to Children’s Miracle Network, which supports children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada.