AkzoNobel Offers e-Print Service for Acoat Members
According to AkzoNobel, Acoat selected e-Print is a new innovation in literature design and production that enables businesses to better navigate many of the logistical barriers that exist in developing promotional materials.
Thirty-Eight Technicians Honored at ASE Annual Meeting
Thirty-one different companies from both the OEM and aftermarket segments of the automotive industry sponsored the individual technician recognition awards in the auto, truck, collision and parts categories, along with three instructor awards. In addition to looking for top scores on ASE tests, award sponsors examine on-the-job excellence, community service and other factors when selecting honorees.
FinishMaster to be Acquired by Uni-Select
Uni-Select is said to become the largest independent distributor of automotive paints, coatings and related accessories in North America with this landmark acquisition.
The AMN Week in Review (Dec. 8-12, 2010)
The AMN 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.
AMN Careers: Hotline Training Technician, AAMCO
Become part of our Technical Hotline Coaching team of Master Certified experts to our 900 franchised centers.
Program Targets Employees Who Want to Open Their Own Shop
The “Be Your Own Boss” marketing campaign incentivizes current shop managers and associates who desire to own their own business by offering up to $10,000 in “Bonu$Buck$” on qualifying deals as a credit to the purchase.
ATTENTION SUPER AUTOMOTIVE DIAGNOSTICIANS! Looking for a new challenge?
AAMCO is looking to complement our team with a Super Automotive Technician. You must have a minimum of 10 years extensive expertise in the rebuilding, diagnosing, and updating of all current automotive systems. You must also have extensive experience in root-cause analysis, pinpoint diagnostic processes, and efficient, quality repair. Become part of our Technical Hotline Coaching team of Master Certified experts to our 900 franchised centers.
SKF Introduces New Timing Belt Kits Catalog
SKF offers more than 200 timing belt kit part numbers, which provide more than 90 percent market coverage for domestic, Asian and European passenger car and light truck applications.
Executive Interview with Federal-Mogul CEO Jose Maria Alapont
Jose Maria Alapont joined Federal-Mogul as president, CEO and a member of the board of directors in March 2005. He served as chairman of the board of directors from 2005 to 2007. He has more than 35 years of global leadership experience in both vehicle manufacturers and suppliers with business and operations responsibilities in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa regions. He recently sat down with aftermarketNews.com and Counterman magazine to discuss the current state of the company.
The Pulse: How Shops Source Wiper Blades
Repair shops that responded to the Counterman P.A.R.T.S. survey say they perform roughly 13.5 jobs a month replacing wiper blades and 79 percent keep this product in stock.