Bar’s Products/Rislone Earns AutoZone Mexico Extra Miler Award
In 2011, the company made AutoZone Mexico history by being the only supplier to be named Vendor of the Year two years in a row.
Arnott Inc. Moves Into Larger Facility
In addition to expanded corporate offices, the new location houses Arnott’s warehouse and distribution center, which will provide customers with streamlined logistics and even faster shipping. The new facility also more than doubles Arnott’s advanced 30,000-square-foot Research & Development center, allowing new products to be designed, tested and brought to market faster, the company says.
Metaldyne Expands in Eastern Europe
Production at the Metaldyne Zbysov plant is anticipated to begin by the end of 2012.
AAPEX Organizers Warn of Scam
AAPEX organizers have alerted exhibitors to be on the lookout for a fraudulent letter from Fair Guides, seeking information for a directory listing.
CIMS Exhibits at the National Automobile Dealers Association Convention
Company stresses the importance of vehicle safety during its first visit to NADA.
Industry Veteran Josh Russell Named EVP of PROtential
As part of his new role, Russell will spearhead business development for PROtential, and oversee its involvement in a new Chicago-based consortium of automotive marketing specialist agencies called The Brand Speed Shop.
Gentex Promotes Bruce Los to Senior Vice President
Los has been with Gentex since 2004, leading the company’s human resources group. In his new role, he has responsibility for facilities, the travel/flight department and human resources.
Gabriel ‘Own the Chrome’ Sales Event Starts March 1
Sales event offers customers up to $125 in savings via mail-in rebate and an opportunity to win a $25,000 gift card.
Goodyear Announces Offering of Senior Notes
Goodyear said it intends to use the net proceeds from this offering, together with current cash and cash equivalents, to redeem all of its $650 million in aggregate principal amount of its 10.5 percent senior notes due 2016.
Titan International Announces Record Fourth Quarter, Record Year
Company says 2011 sales increased 69 percent while gross profit improved 123 percent.