SCRS to Host National Industry Issues Forum
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) will host the 2005 National Industry Issues Forum (NIIF) on Wednesday, April 13, at the Westin Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. The meeting will be held in conjunction with the Collision Industry Conference (CIC), the SCRS Annual Meeting/Awards Luncheon and “Accepting the Challenge” (a fun filled event pitting the industry’s most knowledgeable professionals against each other in a battle of wits over meaningless topics).
SCRS to Host National Industry Issues Forum
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) will host the 2005 National Industry Issues Forum (NIIF) on Wednesday, April 13, at the Westin Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, NC. The meeting will be held in conjunction with the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) and the SCRS Annual Meeting/Awards Luncheon.
ALLDATA Releases 2005 First Quarter Computer-Based Training Disc
ALLDATA, computer-based automotive repair information and software solutions provider, has released its first quarter 2005 professional disc product to repair professionals nationwide. ALLDATA’s new release offers more than 60,000 pages of new OE information and more than 1,100 technical service bulletins.
Executive Interview with Dave Ellingen, President and CEO of Mitchell 1
Mitchell 1 got its start back in 1946 when Glen Mitchell started a business out of creating simplified parts replacement books. In those days, OE parts replacement books could be complicated and difficult for the counterperson to use. As a counterperson himself, Mitchell saw a better way to organize parts replacement books, and from his vision, Mitchell 1 was born. Dave Ellingen, president and CEO of Mitchell 1, shared with aftermarketNews.com some of his thoughts on the roadblocks to getting more repair shops to embrace technology, and how parts suppliers are working to move the effort forward.
AAIA Urges Attendance at Three Strategic Industry Events
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) is urging aftermarket executives and managers to attend three very important events scheduled to take place in 2005. AAIA has rated the Aftermarket Legislative Summit, the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) and the Aftermarket eForum as ‘must-attend’ events for aftermarket executives and managers to stay in tune with the latest technology trends, management solutions and legislative initiatives.
The Top Ten Newsmakers of 2004
For the first time ever, Counterman magazine and aftermarketNews.com bring you The Top 10 Newsmakers of the Year. Our editorial team took a look at some of this industry’s most influential leaders and selected the 10 we believe have had a direct impact on the success of the aftermarket in 2004. Beyond that, we believe these individuals have helped set the stage for an even more productive future for our industry.
AutoZone Adds New Feature to Web Site
AutoZone has added a new function to its Web site — www.autozone.com — creating an Internet information portal for both consumers and repair professionals. Designed with the primary purpose of helping consumers connect with quality repair shops, the portal includes a “Find-A-Shop” tab that allows users to search for professional automotive repair shops nationwide by entering their zip codes.
Live from AAPEX: MotorVac Showcases New Product Line
MotorVac Technologies, which makes proprietary technological solutions for the automotive service and repair industry, this week launched three new products at the AAPEX Show in Las Vegas.
Federal-Mogul Named National Brake System Supplier to Monro Muffler Brake & Service
Monro Muffler Brake & Service has named Federal-Mogul as its supplier of replacement brake system components. Federal-Mogul will provide Monro with pads, shoes, rotors, hydraulics and other products marketed under the Wagner Brake brand.
Executive Interview with Ron Pyle, President and Chief Staff Executive of the Automotive Service Association (ASA)
Every other week, aftermarketNews.com offers an interview with high-profile individuals in the automotive aftermarket. We give executives free rein to express their views on anything from the state of their corporations to recent legislative news to future trends in their niche markets. Here you see what matters to the newsmakers themselves.