Industry Owned Electronic Catalog and Website Will Be Free To Aftermarket Service Dealers
Leading manufacturers establish not-for-profit group to address technician requests for more timely data.
More Than 400 Attend AAIA’s 2009 Aftermarket Legislative Summit
One key topic of discussion at the Summit, Card Check Legislation, was recently introduced into Congress.
Three Financial Experts to Breakdown Issues Surrounding Current Economic Climate at GAAS 2009
Attendees can draw upon the wisdom of economic analysts from the private sector, Federal Reserve and Wall Street.
Judiciary Committee Holds Patent Reform Hearing
Chairman Leahy calls for strong patent protections.
Beck/Arnley Hosts Customers “From Music City to the World”
Afternoon features informative tours, BBQ lunch and entertainment.
National Pronto Association Adds New Shareholder; Relocates to New Headquarters Office
The growth of the association as a whole created the need for additional office space and staff, according to Pronto.
New Industry Impact Sessions to Highlight ASA’s 2009 Annual Convention
The new Industry Impact sessions will continue ASA’s tradition of presenting the subjects that automotive service and collision repair professionals want and need.
Executive Interview: Activant’s Tom Aliotti Talks About the Role E-Cats Should Play in the Aftermarket’s Future
Tom Aliotti is senior vice president and general manager of the Activant Solutions automotive business group. In this exclusive interview, Aliotti talks about the role that technology, and electronic catalogs in particular, will play in the future of the aftermarket. He also talks about the importance of accurate data and discusses the relationship between e-cat providers, manufacturers, jobbers and distributors.
The Network Hosts Record-Turnout Convention in Nashville
At its sell-out convention last week, the Automotive Distribution Network tells attendees it will ramp up its marketing campaigns in 2009.
Michael Waltrip Announced as Special Guest at 2009 Aftermarket Legislative Summit Reception
Waltrip, sponsored by NAPA Auto Parts, will be joining aftermarket executives, legislators and staff of the 111th Congress, at a Congressional Reception on March 11, 6-7:30 p.m.