CRP and CRP Canada Name New Sales Rep Agencies
CRP Canada Inc., the newly created business segment of CRP Industries Inc., has launched its domestic aftermarket belt program and is pleased to announce the appointment of Zurawel Patton Sample (ZPS) as sales representation for Canada. CRP is a longtime partner with Continental AG as an importer of ContiTech branded belts in North America. CRP has also announced the appointment of The Shephard Co. as sales representation for Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.
CRP Selects New Sales Rep Agency for New England States
Auto part supplier CRP Industries Inc. has selected John Hetzler & Associates for sales representation in the New England states. CRP is a longtime partner with Continental AG as an importer of ContiTech branded belts in North America. John Hetzler & Associates is a premier sales agency servicing Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.
CRP 2006 Belt Application Catalog Unveiled At AAPEX
CRP Industries, an exclusive distributor of ContiTech branded belts in North America, announced at AAPEX this week that its 2006 domestic and import catalogs are ready for distribution. Founded in 1954 as the North American partner of Continental AG, CRP ships products from distribution centers in New Jersey, California, Canada, and Mexico. The company’s extensive product lines span three market segments: automotive replacement parts, high-speed motors and industrial hoses.
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Company Realignment
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc., a supplier to the heavy truck, construction, agriculture and marine industries, recently announced the creation of three specialized product divisions designed to realign their companies by product segment.
Live from D.C.: MEMA Members Go to Capitol Hill
Day two of the MEMA Legislative Summit began with an unexpected twist – a fire in the Rayburn Congressional building – where MEMA intended to start its day of lobbying. However, in true aftermarket fashion, MEMA members didn’t miss a beat. The attendees split up into 12 groups to meet in closed door sessions with representatives from the House and Senate.
Delphi Wins 39th BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award
Delphi was presented with the 39th annual BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award on May 20 for its earpiece sensor system. The Louis Schwitzer Award, named after the dynamic automotive pioneer, has been presented annually in conjunction with the Indianapolis 500 since 1967. It recognizes individuals with the courage and conviction to explore and develop new concepts in auto racing technology.
Parts Plus Convention Hosts Members in ‘The Big Easy’; Merged Group Typifies Changing Landscape in Distribution
Barely two weeks after the pre-Lenten Mardi Gras festivities had quieted here in the Crescent City, Memphis-based program group Parts Plus brought its own Fat Tuesday atmosphere to its national convention, held last week in New Orleans. This year’s convention, held February 24-27, marked a number of milestones for the group, including the addition of seven new WD members and record convention attendance among both members and vendors. The most noteworthy announcement of the convention, however, was the group’s first live acknowledgement of its recent merger with fellow program group Independent Auto Parts of America (IAPA), formerly based in Cartersville, Ga.
IAPA and Parts Plus Merge to Form Automotive Distribution Network
Two of the top groups in the automotive aftermarket, Parts Plus and Independent Auto Parts of America (IAPA), have merged to form the Automotive Distribution Network (ADN). The effective date of this merger is Jan. 1. The decision was approved unanimously by Parts Plus’ 36-members and IAPA’s 16-members, combining the strength and stability of the two groups. The Network consists of 51 members, 242 warehouse distributor locations and more than $2 billion in annual sales.
Federal-Mogul to Give Away Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS Through 2005 Training Promo
The Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center (TEC) will give away a 1966 Chevrolet El Camino SS with a “numbers-matching” engine and rare package of factory options to an engine rebuilder, professional technician or parts counterperson through its 2005 Federal-Mogul Training Excellence Sweepstakes. Any qualified aftermarket professional may enter the sweepstakes by enrolling in a 2005 TEC training workshop or field clinic, or by contacting TEC for course information. There is no entry fee or enrollment requirement. The Training Excellence Sweepstakes drawing will be held in mid-December 2005.
Consumer Auto Parts Joins IAPA
Independent Auto Parts of America (IAPA) recently announced that Milford, Mass.-based Consumer Auto Parts, has joined the group as its newest member. Established in 1973, Consumer Auto Parts serves more than 3,000 installers from its 22 company owned stores located in Massachusetts and Southern Vermont. The company, led by President Merrill Cohen, has a mix of customers that is 50/50 installer/retail. Annual consumer sales for the last fiscal year were $35 million.