FRAM Expands Into Marine Market with Full Line of Oil, Fuel Filters
To support the product line, FRAM recently released a new marine catalog with sister brand Autolite, a leader in spark plugs. In addition, a countermat was developed along with a two-sided marine application and cross reference wall chart for boat dealers and marine repair facilities.
Americans Choose Gas Over Alternatives, New Harris Interactive Study Finds
Owners choose lower-cost technological solutions over higher-priced alternative fuels.
Integrated Supply Network Partners with Autologue to Offer Next-Day Delivery
ISN will “showcase” its massive inventory of tools and equipment to the local jobber via Autologue’s e-Part Connection.
Federal-Mogul Launches Next-Generation Electronic Catalog
The interactive new www.fme-cat.com features a user-friendly interface, expanded functionality and the latest data and enhanced content covering Federal-Mogul’s complete aftermarket product offering.
California Congresswoman Uses Reciprocating Saw to Test Differences Between Bumper Rebars
Earlier this month, California Congresswoman Jackie Speier launched her exploration of the structural differences between certain vehicle safety parts by, the Collision Repair Association of California (CRA) claims, “sawing through” an aftermarket reinforcement bar in her San Mateo district office. The CRA claims the reciprocating saw she used “didn’t dent” the bar from the vehicle manufacturer.
GAAS 2010 Highlights, Day Two
In a presentation titled, “Why Do Automotive Service Providers Leave Billion’s Unsold?” John Watt, national manager, CERTIGARD Franchised Operations, Petro-Canada, shared with GAAS 2010 attendees in Chicago his suggestions for service shops to boost profits and get some vehicle owners to come in on slow days. We also get details on this year’s winning Leadership 2.0 project.
Fifteenth Annual GAAS Looks at the Next Generation of Customers and Employees
The day’s presentations began with three aftermarket service veterans tackling the topic of “How Automotive Repair Service Chains Are Gaining Traction in Today’s Market.” The session was moderated by Barry Soltz, president, AMRA/MAP. Panelists were Joe Biggie, vice president of strategy and development, Just Brakes; Larry Magee, chairman, CEO and president, Bridgestone Retail Operations; and John Warzecha, senior vice president, franchise business development, Midas Inc.
Executive Interview with Rusty Bishop, CEO, Federated Auto Parts
Rusty Bishop began his career in the automotive aftermarket 38 years ago when he joined Fisher Auto Parts, where he held a number of positions in warehouse and jobber store management and also served as a director of the company. In 1985, Bishop co-founded Federated Auto Parts Distributors, a program marketing group for major warehouse distributors. Through the years, Bishop’s leadership allowed Federated to grow to become one of the leading program groups in the industry. He currently holds the position of CEO of Federated, which is headquartered in Staunton, Va. In this exclusive AMN Executive Interview, Bishop reflects on Federated’s 25th anniversary and the changes he has witnessed in the distribution sector during that time. He also shares his expectations for the future of the industry.
Bendix to Offer Hybrid Brake Service Class
The all-new Bendix Hybrid Brake Service Class is designed to give shops an advantage in the marketplace. It will cover basic hybrid operation, hydraulic system and ABS operation on the Gen 1 Civic, Prius Gen II and Ford Escape 2005-2007 models.
AAIA Elects Robert Egan Chairman of the Board; New Officers Also Elected
Egan is vice president, North America — Global Aftermarket of Federal-Mogul, headquartered in Southfield, Mich. Before joining Federal-Mogul in 1980, Egan spent 12 years at Chrysler Corp. in a number of sales and marketing management positions. For the past three years, he has been heavily involved with AAIA and served on the Show Committee, Board of Directors and Executive Committee. In 2008, Egan was honored with the Leader of the Year Award from the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA).