MANN+HUMMEL Expands in China
LUDWIGSBURG, Germany & SHANGHAI, China — MANN+HUMMEL has announced plans to open its fourth facility in China, spanning an area of 20,000 square feet. The new plant is to be located in Jiading, a district of Shanghai housing one of the largest automotive parts parks in Asia. The new company, which will mainly manufacture filter
Online Applications Available Now For 2009 GAAS Scholarships
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Online applications are now being accepted for 2009 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarships, awarded to students planning automotive aftermarket careers. The application process is now entirely electronic through the GAAS scholarship Web site, www.automotivescholarships.com. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 31, 2009. The scholarships are available to students
The Week in Review (Sept. 2-5, 2008)
By Amy Antenora 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
AIA Launches New Website
The Auto International Association (AIA), an AAIA member segment dedicated to serving the fast-growing import nameplate aftermarket, has launched a new website. The updated www.aiaglobal.org reinvents the way AIA serves its North American and international members, and will provide a Web-based North American and international gathering place for the Auto International community to stay connected
The Week in Review (Aug. 25-29, 2008)
By Amy Antenora 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
The Pulse: What Is Your Primary Source for Belts and Hose?
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at the primary sources general repair shops go to for belts and hose.
The Pulse: What Percentage of Total Sales Come Back as Warranty Returns?
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at the warranty returns.
The Week in Review (Aug. 18-22, 2008)
By Amy Antenora 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
Larry Samuelson To Speak At CAWA 2008 Annual Dinner Meeting
Larry Samuelson, president of U.S. Automotive Parts Group and CEO UAP Inc., will be the keynote speaker at the California/Nevada/Arizona Automotive Wholesalers’ Association (CAWA) annual dinner. Samuelson started his career with Genuine Parts Co. as an executive trainee in Los Angeles and has risen through the company hierarchy to his current position. "We are so pleased to have someone of Mr. Samuelson’s caliber and position in the aftermarket as this year’s annual dinner speaker," said Rodney Pierini of CAWA. "He follows in the footsteps of other industry leaders who have taken time out of their very busy schedules to address CAWA members, prospective members and friends from throughout the country."
Uni-Select’s Brent Windom to Speak at 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference
Brent Windom, vice president of marketing and product management for Uni-Select USA, will present his company’s technology strategies during a "Customer Spotlight" at the 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Marco Island, Fla. Windom will discuss Uni-Select’s technology environment, current e-commerce projects and future technology initiatives, especially in light of Uni-Select’s recent acquisitions of Parts Depot and Beck/Arnley.