Executive Interview with Rex Falkenrath, Founder and CEO of Hi-Tech Engine Components
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Rex Falkenrath, founder and CEO of Hi-Tech Engine Components. Falkenrath founded Hi-Tech in August of 1973. With more than 31 years in business, Hi-Tech Engine Components has developed a full line of engine parts and kits sold nationally through parts store chains and program distribution groups. Join us as we learn more about Hi-Tech Engine Components and the engine parts market.
Beck/Arnley Updates its ElectriCat Database
Beck/Arnley has updated its ElectriCat database to include current Beck/Arnley catalog offerings. ElectriCat manages application details for import or domestic models, including: passenger car, agriculture, industrial, off-road, motorcycle, ATV, marine and light, medium and heavy truck. It currently houses coverage for the years 1912 to 2004, for the Dana Automotive Aftermarket Group’s complete underhood, undercar, electrical, filtration, cooling and driveline offerings.
NASCAR and Advance: A ‘Win-Win Situation’
There’s a trite phrase used with companies that market with NASCAR, said Karl Barnhart, a managing director at CoreBrand, a New York branding firm. “You win on Sunday, and you sell on Monday,” he said.
Visteon Plans to Cut 600 Jobs in Indiana
Auto parts supplier Visteon Corp. said it would relocate part of its Bedford plant operations to cut costs in a move that could affect about 600 of the plant’s 1,150 hourly and salaried workers. The Dearborn, Mich.-based company gave no timetable for the move from Bedford, Ind., about 20 miles south of Bloomington, Ind., or a possible site for relocating workers. The plant makes a variety of fuel system parts and other components, mostly for Ford cars and trucks.
KYB America 2004 Product Catalog Now Available
KYB America has announced that its 2004 “World Class Shocks and Struts” product catalog is now available. The catalog features the entire KYB shock and strut product line, as well as a much expanded range of strut mounts and boots, with a new image to reflect the company’s position as a leading manufacturer of quality shocks and struts.
Engine Builders Meet for Third Round of 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series
Engine builders for the likes of Kevin Harvick, Jeremy Mayfield and Jeff Gordon took part in a head-to-head competition in the third round of the 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series, which took place April 7 at the NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI), in Mooresville, N.C. Engine builders for the likes of Kevin Harvick, Jeremy Mayfield and Jeff Gordon took part in a head-to-head competition in the third round of the 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series, which took place April 7 at the NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI), in Mooresville, N.C.
Engine Builders Meet for Third Round of 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series
Engine builders for the likes of Kevin Harvick, Jeremy Mayfield and Jeff Gordon took part in a head-to-head competition in the third round of the 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series, which took place April 7 at the NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI), in Mooresville, N.C. Engine builders for the likes of Kevin Harvick, Jeremy Mayfield and Jeff Gordon took part in a head-to-head competition in the third round of the 2004 Clevite Engine Builder Showdown Series, which took place April 7 at the NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI), in Mooresville, N.C.
Florida Automotive Industry Association Celebrates 50 Years
The Florida Automotive Industry Association will celebrate its 50th annual convention this year. The 2004 event will be held at the Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld on July 23 and 24. The Florida Automotive Industry Association was established in 1954 by a small group of dedicated jobbers. Over the years the Association grew to include more than 700 members statewide.
Automotive Specialty Industry Enjoyed Growth in 2003, Reports SEMA
Despite a sluggish economy, the U.S. automotive specialty equipment industry grew 7.7 percent to $28.9 billion in 2003, according to new findings from the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). Despite a sluggish economy, the U.S. automotive specialty equipment industry grew 7.7 percent to $28.9 billion in 2003, according to new findings from the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA).
Executive Interview with Joe Puishys, President of Honeywell Friction Materials
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Joe Puishys, president of Honeywell Friction Materials. A 25-year veteran of the company’s automotive businesses, Joe Puishys has served as president of Honeywell Friction Materials since early 2002. His responsibilities include overseeing the most recent corporate effort to align closely with Honeywell’s business initiatives and operating plan. He has already played a major role in the cost cutting and six sigma programs occurring throughout the organization. Join us as Puishys gives us an update on Honeywell Friction Materials, including plans to expand manufacturing operations and launch new products.