Kyosan Denso Manufacturing Kentucky Celebrates Mt. Sterling Grand Opening
Kentucky traditions combined with an ancient Japanese ceremony gave a decidedly international flair to the grand opening of Japan-based Kyosan Denso Manufacturing Kentucky, LLC (KDMK).
Brake Parts Inc. Receives Data Audit Certification (DAC)
Brake Parts Inc. announced this week that it is the first aftermarket company to pass all four groups of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association’s (AAIA) Data Audit Certification (DAC). DAC is part of AAIA’s Product Information Exchange Standards (PIES) program.
E-Publisher to Produce Catalog for New Spark Plug Company
Vertical Development (VDI), through its e-Publisher content management system, is now helping aftermarket newcomer E3 Spark Plugs introduce its advanced ignition technology throughout North America. Founded in 1997, E3 invested years of research developing an advanced electrode for spark plugs that would increase power output, reduce fuel consumption and decrease emissions. When they began marketing their new spark plug line earlier this year, E3 contracted Vertical Development.
Alltrade Launches New line of HOT ROD Branded Automotive Tools
Shop tool and equipment maker Alltrade Tools LLC recently launched a new line of branded automotive tools and garage equipment, using the Hot Rod magazine name for the new brand. Alltrade teamed up with PRIMEDIA Enterprises, the licensing merchandising division of PRIMEDIA Inc., which publishes HOT ROD magazine. This is the second HOT ROD product line to launch following last year’s debut of the HOT ROD line of garage furniture produced by Sauder Woodworking.
Denso’s New CEO Focuses on Big 3 Business
Mitsuo Matsushita, the new CEO of Denso International America Inc., wants to increase revenue and profit margins as the company diversifies its customer base. Matsushita wants to add Big 3 business to complement its business with Toyota Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co.
New Video Details Importance of Motor Vehicle Product Suppliers
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has produced a new video that demonstrates the importance of the motor vehicle product manufacturing industry to the overall automotive industry and to the American economy. The 11-minute video, titled “The Importance of The Automotive Supplier: The Engine Behind the Largest U.S. Manufacturing Industry” was produced as a service to the industry by MEMA in conjunction with its 100-year anniversary celebration.
DENSO Names New CEO of North American Headquarters
Mitsuo Matsushita has been appointed president and CEO of DENSO’s North American headquarters, DENSO International America. Matsushita has been president and COO of the company since July 2002. His predecessor, Tony Takeuchi, who served as chairman and CEO since July 1, 2002, has retired. He will continue to serve as honorary advisor, representing the company on several industry and trade association boards.
Pep Boys Integrates MISG’s TransLink EDI for e-Commerce
The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack — the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket service chain, has successfully integrated MISG’s Internet-based TransLink service for electronic data interchange (EDI) communications activities. Pep Boys, headquartered in Philadelphia, now uses TransLink as part of its overall e-commerce strategy to improve and streamline systems and minimize costs related to its supply chain processes.
Michelin Applies Expertise to Range of Automotive Accessories
Imagine if the same expertise that goes into creating the rubber compound that allows your tires to grip the road in all kinds of weather was used to create a high-performance windshield wiper that keeps the rain off your windshield just as effectively. Well, Michelin has done just that. Michelin Lifestyle Limited (MLL) has launched its line of high-performance wiper blades in another step to extend the Michelin brand to a full range of automotive accessories.
DST Asks: Is Your Company Part of a Technology Users’ Group
Scientists can’t actually agree on when mankind first discovered fire. Some think as recently as 100,000 years ago, but others claim evidence of campfires as old as 1.6 million years by carbon-dating them. In any case, whenever fire was discovered, everyone is in agreement that the first thing needed was a users’ group to share knowledge and techniques about this new, mysterious technology. Cavemen and their cavewomen traveled far and wide to assemble and discuss fire and trade new ideas and stories about its benefits. Can’t you just imagine the program agenda for that first Users’ Group? Probably workshops with titles like “Cooked Meat: A Whole New Paradigm” and “Heating Your Cave: Why a Chimney is a Good Idea” and “Stay Awake after Dark with a New Source of Light.”