NABC to Raise $50,000 for SkillsUSA
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) said it intends to raise $50,000 for SkillsUSA, a national organization serving more than 264,000 high school and college students and professional members enrolled in training programs in technical, skilled and service occupations.
AASP to Hold Seminar at AAPEX on Using OEM Web Sites
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) has announced it will sponsor the seminar “A Practical Guide to Using OE Websites in Your Repair Shop” at AAPEX on Thursday, Nov. 4. Presenter Dave Scaler, director of the Mechanic’s Education Association (MEA), will discuss how to use OEM Web sites to obtain direct access to service information for technicians. He will review service information Web sites and will cover cost, details of content, speed, system requirements and compliance with current laws as well as practicality and application in
Amerityre Enters Accord to Sell Manufacturing Systems and to License Technology in Developing Countries
Amerityre Corporation has entered into an agreement with International Research and Development (IRD) in La Jolla, Calif., to introduce Amerityre’s polyurethane tire manufacturing technology in developing countries around the world. The term of the agreement is for three years and may be automatically renewed for successive three year terms.
TI Automotive Selects Hart County, Georgia, for New Plant
TI Automotive has selected Hart County, Ga., as the site for a new facility to manufacture automotive fuel system components.
GSC Motorsports Launches New Web Site
GSC Motorsports announced that its new Web site, www.gscmotorsports.com is open for business. Now consumers have the opportunity to find the latest information on the hottest parts and accessories to make their cars go faster, handle better and look cooler.
Collision Industry Raises $1,500 for Washington, D.C., Children
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) recently donated $1,500 to the National Children’s Medical Hospital during a meeting held in Washington, D.C.
Accuride Reports First Quarter Results
Accuride Corp. reported net sales of $111.4 million for the first quarter, which ended on March 31. This compares to net sales of $88.2 million for the first quarter of 2003, an increase of 26.3 percent. The increase is due primarily to greater demand across all market segments.
Speedway Motorsports’ First Quarter Results Exceed Market Expectations
Speedway Motorsports has reported revenues of $122.2 million, net income of $24.7 million and diluted earnings per share of 57 cents for the first quarter of 2004. The results exceeded market expectations, Speedway said.
NACE Registration to Include Complimentary Admittance and Shuttle to AAIW Shows
Organizers of the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) have announced that the registration fee will now include a badge that will admit attendees to the NACE Exposition, as well as Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW) shows – SEMA and AAPEX.
U.S. Bank, Bridgestone, Labatt Blue Renew Return as Sponsors of 2004 Champ Car Grand Prix of Cleveland
Officials from the Champ Car Grand Prix of Cleveland announced that U.S. Bank will return to the annual Roar by the Shore summer event as presenting sponsor in 2004. Officials from the Champ Car Grand Prix of Cleveland announced that U.S. Bank will return to the annual Roar by the Shore summer event as presenting sponsor in 2004.