The Week in Review (October 6-10, 2008)
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Consumer Tracking Study from IMR Inc. Provides Category Specific Insights
WESTMONT, Ill. – IMR Inc. has announced publication of its Continuing Consumer Automotive Maintenance Survey (CCAMS), which offers retailers, manufacturers and distributors category-specific insight into Do-it-Yourself (DIY) and Do-it-For-Me (DIFM) demographics and vehicle graphics, as well as market share trends and replacement rate trends. “Retailers, distributors and manufacturers will find the CCAMS information invaluable
21st Century Catalog Announces 2008 Updated Online Water Pump Catalog
CHANTILLY, Va. – 21st Century Catalog Company announced recently that its updated water pump catalog is online at www.vcra.com – the Vehicle Catalog Resource Alliance. This website has been developed by the Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) as a home for all future online catalogs. The catalog includes pictures of more than 2,700 different units
The Week in Review (Sept. 29 – Oct. 3, 2008)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
The Pulse: A Deeper Look into Information Sources for Counter Pros
In the September 19 issue of “The Pulse,” the topic of information sources used by counter professionals was explored. With help from Babcox Research, a follow-up question was asked of parts professionals to learn where they turn initially to look up a parts application.
AASA Offers Members New Benchmarking Toolkit
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has partnered with the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and the Manufacturing Performance Institute (MPI) to offer its members a new benchmarking service based on MPI’s annual census of more than 2,000 U.S. and Canadian manufacturers.
Manufacturer-Driven IT Solutions Slated for Discussion at MIS Council Fall Conference
Representatives of three automotive parts manufacturers will discuss how information technology (IT) innovations have helped their companies realize supply chain improvements and profitability on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the MIS Council Fall Conference in Marco Island, Fla. The Fall Conference program on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 14, will be devoted to manufacturer IT innovations.
Honeywell Expands Friction Materials Leadership Team; Global R&D Investment to Double
Since Honeywell Transportation Systems announced the formation of the Honeywell Friction Materials business unit in April, a new leadership team has been working to increase its position in the global marketplace.
Repair Shop Study from IMR Provides Insight into Repair Shop Market
IMR Inc. has released a new study that provides in-depth information about automotive service providers to help retailers, manufacturers and distributors gain a better understanding of the overall repair shop market in terms of differing shop demographics, supplier solicitation and brand and supplier loyalty attributes.
Car Care Council Launches Redesigned Web Site
BETHESDA, Md. – The Car Care Council has launched its redesigned “Be Car Care Aware” Web site at www.carcare.org. Visitors to the new site will be greeted by a redesigned homepage that features practical vehicle maintenance and repair information for consumers, the aftermarket industry and the media. Each section is organized and labeled for each