GM And Navistar Reach Commercial Vehicle Agreement
Future products will be jointly developed using Navistar’s expertise in rolling chassis configurations and manufacturing capabilities, and GM’s commercial components and engines.
Become Comfortable With Failure To Win With Today’s Technology, AASA Tech Conference Speaker Tells Attendees
The keynotes from the event focused on two data-centric points of view: how disruptive technologies can be commercialized with autonomous vehicles, and secondly, predictive technology in relation to the parts industry.
2015 AASA Technology Conference Provides Technology Insights, CEU Credits Through University Of The Aftermarket
The 2015 AASA Technology Conference, taking place from Sept. 20-22 in Clearwater Beach, Florida, also provides the opportunity to see firsthand the latest in technology for data management, marketing, product management, IT, e-commerce and forecasting in the aftermarket from the conference’s “Technology Partners.” This year, the Automotive Distribution Network (The Network) IT Forum will be held in conjunction with the conference as well.
Newly Selected Service Center Advisory Council Members Announced At The Alliance
Five new members join in advising the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance on “street level” issues facing shop owners.
Mitchell 1 Updates Manager SE Software With Enhancements To Streamline Shop Workflow
In keeping with Mitchell 1’s customer-centric approach to product development, the latest enhancements are designed to deliver increased time savings and convenience for the user.
AMN Executive Interview With Mike Schwab, Senior Vice President Of Aftermarket, NGK Spark Plug Co. (U.S.A.)
In today’s AMN Executive Interview, Mike Schwab, senior vice president of aftermarket for NGK, brings us up to speed on the company’s recent acquisition of Wells Vehicle Electronics and gives us an overview of the company’s global footprint. He also talks about the NGK’s overall marketing strategy and offers his thoughts on how to really listen to customers.
AASA Tech Conference: Using 3-D Visualization To Transform The Aftermarket
The 2015 AASA Technology Conference will offer a firsthand look at uses of augmented and virtual reality in the automotive realm.
Uni-Select Reports Second Quarter 2015 Financial Results
Net earnings declined to $12.4 million, from $15.5 million last year, mainly as a result of impairment and transaction charges related to the sale of net assets.
Vange Proimos Inducted Into Federated Vendor Hall of Fame
True to his ideals as an entrepreneur, Proimos (pictured left), with more than 40 years of experience in the auto care industry, has developed strong customer relationships while providing strategic direction on product needs and process improvements.
GUEST COMMENTARY: Times They Are A Changin’
Change is around us each day and is a concept that most of us feel we understand. Yet, in reality many of us have little capacity to conceive, plan, prepare or manage change, myself included. Change is a constant, we tend to forget. Yet, the fact remains: this is not your father’s automotive aftermarket! The