NACE Increases Number of Jobber Sessions
The 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) will offer an expanded PBE jobber program that will include five educational sessions on important topics challenging today’s jobber professionals. NACE takes place Nov. 3-6, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas.
Soy-Based Products Show Potential Under The Hood
As soy biodiesel continues to gain acceptance at the pump, soy-based lubricants are also fueling the automotive industry. Engine oil and hydraulic power steering fluid are two soy-based products showing potential “under the hood.”
AAPEX Attendees: Las Vegas Monorail System Officially Opens
Seasoned aftermarket veterans know: Amidst the glitz and gloss, the annual AAPEX show in Las Vegas can be summed up in two images — tired aching feet and long taxi lines. However, we have great news to report for those of you attending this year’s show. Yesterday, the new Las Vegas Monorail officially opened. The new system, built by Bombardier Transportation and Granite Construction Co., extends for four miles along the Las Vegas Strip. The driverless system, which includes 36 monorail vehicles on a dual-lane guideway, has seven stations, including one at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Register for AAPEX Online at a $40 Savings
Registration for the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) – set for Tuesday, Nov. 2, through Friday, Nov. 5, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas – is now open online. Registering online nets participants a $40 savings and includes admission to the three Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW) tradeshows for just $10 – AAPEX, the International Autobody Congress and Exposition (NACE), Wednesday, Nov. 3, through Saturday, Nov. 6, at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino; and the SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. AAIW is the largest annual trade event in Las Vegas.
Early Online Registration Discount for NACE Congress Package Ends July 14
The early online registration discount for the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) educational package ends July 14. NACE 2004 takes place Nov. 3-6, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
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.
Parts Plus to Award Academic Scholarships to Tomorrow’s Technicians
As part of its Tomorrow’s Technician Essay Contest for registered students in NATEF-accredited schools, Parts Plus will be awarding a trip to the 9th Parts Plus National Convention, to be held February 24-27, 2005, in New Orleans, as well as partial academic scholarships, according to Mike Lambert, president of Parts Plus.
PRI Show Moving to Orlando In 2005
Show organizers for the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show have announced to their current exhibitors that the 2005 PRI Show will be moving to the new 1 million-square-foot Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. According to a letter currently being distributed to exhibiting manufacturers, PRI is moving the show to Orlando in response to the rapid growth of the event and the needs of exhibiting companies.
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.
NTEA Names Simpson Communications Public Relations Agency of Record for The Work Truck Show 2005
The National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) has named Simpson Communications as its public relations agency of record for The Work Truck Show 2005, an annual trade show which brings together fleet managers, equipment distributors, manufacturers, leasing company representatives, government officials and other professionals involved in buying, selling or using commercial trucks and transportation equipment.