Executive Interview with Eric Sills, Director of Headquarter Operations, Standard Motor Products
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Eric Sills, director of headquarter operations at Standard Motor Products. It’s been just about one year since Standard acquired Dana’s Engine Management division. Join us as Sills brings us up to speed on the integration, and shares some of Standard’s goals and plans for the coming years.
Leadership for Change — Selecting Your Initiatives
Last time we kicked off a series of articles on the subject of leadership for change. We identified critical responsibilities for change leadership, and talked about creating a vision. This week we’ll talk about how to convert that vision into action-through selecting and launching the right initiatives.
Appearance Accessories Capture More of Market
Over the past eight years, appearance/body accessory products have shown the largest growth of any product group in the industry, increasing 96.4 percent. Following closely is custom wheels, with performance chemicals in third place.
Leadership for Change
This week we start a series of articles on the subject of leadership for change. Whether you’re a senior executive whose goal is to transform the entire organization, or a first-time manager trying to improve your department’s performance, we think you’ll find something useful.
Engine Manufacturers Will Work to Meet the Challenge of EPA’s New Nonroad Diesel Engine Regulation
The Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) responded positively to the announcement of the nonroad diesel engine and fuel regulation finalized recently by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
“DST Asks: Do You Get Everything You Need from Your Current Computer System?
We’re going to go out on limb and make the assumption that the goal of your business is to make a profit by acquiring customers, selling and servicing them, and retaining them for generating future revenue. If this is not the goal of your business, there’s no need to read further in this week’s column – although if that’s the case, we would love to hear what actually is the goal of your business.
Transportation Secretary Mineta Launches Traffic Safety Partnership with NASCAR
U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta and NASCAR President Mike Helton have joined forces in launching a new traffic safety alliance with the racing league aimed at saving the lives of everyday drivers on America’s roads. Secretary Mineta made the announcement while in Richmond, Va., appearing as the grand marshall of NASCAR’s running of the Chevy American Revolution 400.
New Web Site Launched for Global Automotive Aftermarket Exporting Information
The Overseas Automotive Council (OAC) has launched a new Web site — www.oac-intl.org — designed to be an industry resource for information on exporting aftermarket products worldwide. OAC is the international aftermarket division of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). The council promotes the sale in foreign markets of automotive products manufactured in North America.
Transpro Names Paul Verdile Senior Product Manager
Transpro has appointed Paul Verdile senior product manager for its Automotive Light Truck Heat Exchanger Business Unit. In this position Verdile will be responsible for all product development and strategic planning functions for product lines that include Ready-Rad radiators and Ready-Aire heater cores and air conditioning condensers. He will report to Layne Gobrogge, Transpro’s vice president of marketing and will be based in New Haven, Conn.
Edelbrock to Sponsor 2004 Super Chevy Show Series
Continuing its longstanding belief in the grassroots approach with racers and car enthusiasts, Edelbrock has signed on as a contingency sponsor for the 2004 Super Chevy Show Series. “The Super Chevy Show Series is a great way for Edelbrock to meet with our loyal race customers and fans and hear what they have to say,” said Jason Snyder, Edelbrock national sales manager.