Obama Down on Prospects for Passage of ‘Card Check’ Legislation
The legislation, a high priority of the administration, would amend the national Labor Relations Act, removing the requirement for a private ballot election and instead, permit a shop to be unionized by having employees sign authorization cards, a process known as “card check.”
Tenneco Names Hari Nair as Chief Operating Officer
Company promotes Josep Fornos to senior vice president, Europe, South America and India.
AMN Executive Interview with Mike Lambert, President of the Automotive Distribution Network
In this exclusive Executive Interview, ADN President Mike Lambert talks about some significant changes that have taken place at the Network in recent months, including the addition of Auto Pride and CMB to the group. He also shares his thoughts on what’s ahead for the distribution segment.
Car Care Council Announces Two New Partnerships to Expand Services
Demandforce and CalRecycle are the latest to join in the Car Care Council’s consumer education efforts.
Indy Racing League to Establish Advisory Committee to Aid in Search for New IZOD Indycar Series Car
The advisory board will include a league representative, a team owner, an engine expert, a marketer/promoter and a racing engineer. The project will be named the ICONIC (Innovative, Competitive, Open-Wheel, New, Industry-Relevant, Cost-Effective) IZOD IndyCar Series Advisory Committee.
AWDA Offers Distributors, Vendors Chance to Connect at AAPEX
New this year for the association’s member distributors is the AWDA Pavilion on the show floor.
Interested in the Import Nameplate Aftermarket?
AAIA’s Auto International Association offers timely programs at AAPEX.
Edward Whitacre, Jr. to Become Chairman of New GM
Purchasing VP Bo Andersson resigns.
The Week in Review (July 7-11, 2008)
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Delphi Taps Ron Pirtle to Lead Powertrain Division; James Bertrand to Succeed Pirtle as President of Delphi Thermal
Delphi Corp. has announced changes in the top leadership of its Powertrain and Thermal Divisions. Ronald Pirtle has been named president of Delphi Powertrain and president of the company’s European Operations. He succeeds Guy Hachey, who is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity. Pirtle, who had been president of Delphi Thermal, will relocate to Luxembourg and will continue to report to Delphi CEO and President Rodney O’Neal. James Bertrand succeeds Pirtle as president of Delphi Thermal and also maintains his current responsibilities as president of the company’s Automotive Holdings Group (AHG). Both divisions are headquartered in Southeast Michigan. Bertrand will continue to report to O’Neal as well.