I-CAR Education Foundation Announces 2010 Board of Trustees
Doug Webb of CSi Complete will serve as chairman for 2010.
The AMN Week in Review (March 22-26, 2010)
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Bosch Named World’s Most Admired Automotive Supplier by Fortune Mag
Company leapt from third place last year to this year’s top spot.
Carley’s Corner: The Pitfalls of Extended Warranties
New car warranties keep getting longer and longer, much to the dismay of the aftermarket.
AASA Vision Conference to Hold OptiCat Panel, Roundtable Discussion to Provide Opportunity for Feedback
The AASA Vision Conference panel discussion, “OptiCat: A Supplier-Driven Catalog Model,” is scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, at the InterContinental O’Hare, Rosemont, Ill.
University of the Aftermarket CEU Credits Available for AASA Vision Conference
Attendees can earn 0.6 University of the Aftermarket CEUs at the AASA Vision Conference 2010, “Know Your Parts.”
Affinia Appoints Josh Russell to Director of Sales and Marketing for Online/Internet, Performance and Racing
In his new position, Russell will be responsible for developing new business models, introducing new product lines and generating sales across the online, performance and enthusiast markets. In addition to developing Affinia’s online efforts, Russell will also oversee Affinia’s motorsports relationships, which include current partnerships with NASCAR, the Indy Racing League and several race team technical partners, such as NASCAR’s Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR).
Polk Announces Automotive Loyalty Winners
Toyota and Honda win top honors in 14th annual event.
Koyo Bearings USA LLC Formed Following JTEKT Acquisition of Timken Division
Timken’s former president of needle roller bearings, Ken Hopkins, has been named president and chief operating officer of Koyo Bearings USA, which will manage the global business unit.
ASE Announces Board Officers for 2010
Also announced were newly elected members to ASE’s board of governors, representing various segments of the industry such as manufacturing, distribution, service employees, service employers and more.