WIX Filters Named Official Sponsor of Counterman Magazine’s Counter Professional of the Year Award
WIX Filters has joined forces with Counterman magazine to honor automotive aftermarket parts professionals through sponsorship of one of the industry’s most prestigious awards: The Counter Professional of the Year Award, presented by WIX Filters. This national honor, created in 1986 by Counterman, is presented annually to an ASE-certified aftermarket parts professional who excels in the demanding parts distribution profession. The winner and a guest receive an all-expenses paid trip for two to Las Vegas to attend the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) show.
Babcox’s Tech Group Magazines Award Several Readers’ Choice Awards
During Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week 2005 in Las Vegas, Underhood Service, ImportCar and Brake & Front End magazines presented several aftermarket companies with its prestigious Readers’ Choice Award. Of the hundreds of advertisers who seek readers’ attention, these companies are among the foremost communicators in the industry. Only 10 companies earned this distinction from each magazine.
Twenty-Seven New Products Receive AAPEX Awards
Twenty-seven companies that participated in this year’s Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) New Products Showcase received awards for their innovative new products that enhance the driving experience. Awards were announced on Nov. 1, opening day of AAPEX in Las Vegas.
MEMA to Honor GPI’s Temple Sloan at Kick-Off Breakfast During AAPEX
O. Temple Sloan Jr., chairman and CEO of General Parts Inc., will be honored with the prestigious Triangle Award, the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association’s (MEMA) highest honor, during the Kick-Off Breakfast on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, NV.
Federal-Mogul Names Mauro Parisi Vice President, Aftermarket, Europe, Middle East and Africa
Mauro Parisi has been appointed to the position of vice president, Aftermarket – Europe, Middle East and Africa for Federal-Mogul Corp. The announcement was made by Joseph Felicelli, executive vice president, Aftermarket Products and Services.
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.
Manufacturing Challenges, Competitive Pricing and Capturing the Service Repair Dollar: 2005 GAAS Looks at Critical Industry Issues
With a number of critical issues currently challenging the automotive aftermarket — SKU proliferation, OEM dealer expansion, raw materials, to name a few — there was no lack for topics of discussion at this year’s Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS).
Register Now for GAAS and Save $200
By signing up now, attendees can save $200 on the registration for the 10th annual Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program. The event will take place Wednesday, May 11, and Thursday, May 12, at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago and features a stellar lineup of speakers and industry leaders as they discuss “Lessons from the Past, Perspectives on the Future.”
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.
Magazines Announce ‘Readers’ Choice Awards’ Recipients
The readers of Babcox’s Counterman, Brake & Front End, ImportCar and Underhood Service magazines have announced the Readers’ Choice Award recipients for 2004. The awards are based upon those companies whose advertising most successfully communicated their messages to the aftermarket.