Leadership 2.0 Blog: Day Two With Tenneco’s Ray Weidmann
Leadership 2.0, the University of the Aftermarket’s annual Leadership Development Program, officially began its second session Sunday at Northwood University’s West Palm Beach, Fla., campus. This week, several participants in this year’s class will bring us their firsthand perspective on the experience. Today, we present blog entry No. 2, from Ray Weidmann, regional sales manager at Tenneco.
NPW Showcases Both Its Roots And Its Wings At The Fourth Annual FAST Expo
From a sumptuous black tie affair to a classic and colorful car show, National Performance Warehouse’s (NPW) fourth annual FAST Expo this past weekend had it all. Held at the Broward County Convention Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., the NPW Fast Expo brought together vendors, retailers, technicians and automotive enthusiasts, all of whom came out to see the latest products and innovations from aftermarket vendors, as well as a comprehensive collection of new and historical customized vehicles.
Global Light Vehicle Sales Poised for Modest Growth in 2013
In 2012, regional performances varied strongly, according to LMC. Markets in North America and much of Asia faired well, while those in Europe and, to a lesser degree, South America, suffered from underlying economic weakness, poor consumer confidence and on-going political/economic uncertainty.
Independent Auto Repair Shops Are In The Giving Spirit
Repair shops participating in the ExtremeWrench.com rewards program have been donating their points to charity this holiday season.
The Top 10 Executive Interviews Of 2012
Yesterday afternoon, aftermarketNews.com kicked off our annual AMN Year in Review series, sponsored by Federated Auto Parts. The first in a week-long series, today we take a look back at the Top Ten Executive Interviews of 2012. Stay tuned as the series continues all week. This afternoon, we will present the Top Ten Distribution Stories of 2012.
National Performance & Speed Warehouse’s Annual Cruise Promotion Makes A Big Splash
Seventy-two customers danced the nights away aboard Carnival’s ship Inspiration for five days and four nights, as guests of National Performance & Speed Warehouse (NPW). Customers of all the NPW Companies divisions participated in a six-month-long promotion to earn back points from some of their favorite vendors to relax in the sun of California and the Baja Peninsula.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Announces 2012 Automotive Communications Award Winners
The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) has announced the winners of the 2012 Automotive Communications Awards (ACA). The recipients were honored during the 15th annual Women’s Board reception, which took place last night, at the Sands Expo Center. The Automotive Communications Awards are sponsored by the Women’s Board and supported by the Automotive Communication Council.
APRA’s International Remanufacturing Forum To Take Place Dec. 10 In Shanghai
APRA has joined with Automechanika Shanghai as the co-organizers of this International Remanufacturing Forum, which will be held just prior to Automechanika Shanghai taking place Dec. 11-14, 2012.
AAPEX Learning Forum To Offer Sessions On Technology And Service Readiness
Learning Forum sessions start on Monday, Oct. 29 and will be offered throughout the week at AAPEX, which runs until Nov. 1, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.
University of the Aftermarket Concludes Fall Leadership 2.0 Class
Former Genuine Parts Co. executive Larry Samuelson served as the opening keynote speaker.