Polk Canada, Inc. Changes Name to R. L. Polk Canada, Inc.
R. L. Polk & Co., the world’s largest automotive market intelligence, database marketing and retail consulting company, announced that its Canadian subsidiary has changed its name to R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. as part of the company’s overall global branding strategy.
Hella Expands Production and Aftermarket Facilities
Hella continues to expand its manufacturing facilities and aftermarket sales operations in North America.
Study Says Online Parts Ordering Expands Quickly
Using the Internet to order automotive parts and accessories has increased dramatically, according to a Harris Interactive survey conducted online.
DENSO Announces Two Executive Promotions
DENSO International America has announced two executive promotions within its marketing and engineering division.
Universal Technical Institute Discusses Long-Term Strategic Plan in Investor Meetings
Universal Technical Institute’s (UTI) Chairman Robert Hartman, President and CEO Kimberly McWaters and CFO Jennifer Haslip are conducting meetings with investors this week to highlight the company’s growth plan and business outlook.
David Dobson Joins Alcoa as President of Its Engineered Products Business
David Dobson has been named president of Alcoa Engineered Products, the Alcoa business which supplies extruded aluminum products to customers worldwide in a variety of industries, including automotive and commercial transportation.
MANN+HUMMEL USA Names Thomas to Communications Post
MANN+HUMMEL USA has named Julie Thomas to the position of executive assistant to the president, with responsibility for the automotive supplier’s public relations programs.
Montana Products Names Regional Sales Manager
Automotive coatings manufacturer Montana Products has named Rick Paul regional sales manager, representing Virginia, Maryland and the Carolinas.
ArvinMeritor President and COO Terry O’Rourke Resigns
ArvinMeritor announced late yesterday that Terry O’Rourke is resigning from his position as president and COO, to pursue opportunities outside of the company. O’Rourke is resigning from the board of directors as well. The COO position will be eliminated. O’Rourke joined ArvinMeritor as president of the company’s Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group in March 1999, after serving as group vice president and president of Lear Corp.’s Ford Division.
BorgWarner Names Vice President, Engine Research and Development
BorgWarner has appointed Olaf Weber to the newly created position of vice president, engine research and development. In this new role, Weber will be responsible for identifying technological and market trends in engines, and developing new systems that will enable BorgWarner to leverage the company’s capabilities and expand into new areas of the engine business.