MACS Creates Car Care PSA
In a continuing effort to educate drivers on the importance of professional mobile A/C and engine cooling system repair, the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has created a 30-second video public service announcement.
American Axle & Manufacturing Awarded Contract for New Driveline System
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings (AAM) has been selected as the driveline system and module supplier for a 2008 model year North American vehicle program. AAM will be the sole source, exclusive supplier and systems integrator for all of the driveline components, systems, modules and forged products for the new off-road adventure sport enthusiast vehicle. The contract is valued at $100 million per year based on current customer design direction.
Tenneco Automotive Launches New Line of DuPont Teflon Car Care Products
Tenneco Automotive has unveiled a new line of DuPont Teflon car care products. The new line is being manufactured and marketed by Tenneco Automotive through a strategic product alliance with DuPont. According to Michael Kullman, director of DuPont corporate marketing, DuPont Teflon car care products carry one of the world’s strongest consumer brands while delivering what consumers are looking for in car care products — a clean and shine that really lasts, combined with non-stick protection for their car finishes.
Sears Exiting Auto Service
Sears Canada is leaving the vehicle service business, in a move that affects about 775 employees as the retailer licenses three other companies to operate at 36 of its 49 auto centers. The rest of the service centers will be closed or converted to non-automotive purposes, the company announced yesterday.
Executive Interview with Joe Puishys, President of Honeywell Friction Materials
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Joe Puishys, president of Honeywell Friction Materials. A 25-year veteran of the company’s automotive businesses, Joe Puishys has served as president of Honeywell Friction Materials since early 2002. His responsibilities include overseeing the most recent corporate effort to align closely with Honeywell’s business initiatives and operating plan. He has already played a major role in the cost cutting and six sigma programs occurring throughout the organization. Join us as Puishys gives us an update on Honeywell Friction Materials, including plans to expand manufacturing operations and launch new products.
AADCO Named a Preferred Supplier for Collision Care Canada
AADCO Automotive Inc., a leading supplier of Like, Kind and Quality (LKQ) used auto parts, has signed an agreement to provide LKQ and aftermarket parts to Collision Care Canada Inc. (CCC) facilities. AADCO Automotive Inc., a leading supplier of Like, Kind and Quality (LKQ) used auto parts, has signed an agreement to provide LKQ and aftermarket parts to Collision Care Canada Inc. (CCC) facilities.
ASA Launches New Government Affairs Web Site
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has launched a new Web site to help communicate with federal and state representatives about issues impacting the automotive repair industry. According to a press release issued yesterday, the new Web site will help ASA and its members “mobilize support or dissent for issues directly impacting the automotive repair industry on both federal and state levels.”
Three States Officially Proclaim April as National Car Care Month
The governors of Nebraska, South Carolina and Wisconsin recently signed state proclamations, officially declaring April 2004 as being National Car Care Month, according to the Car Care Council.
Executive Interview with Tony Perticari, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Crown Remanufacturing
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Tony Perticari, a 35-year veteran of the automotive parts industry. Perticari joined Philadelphia-based Crown Remanufacturing in 1986. He currently serves as vice president of sales and marketing for the company and is responsible for all NAFTA and overseas sales and marketing activities. Join us as Tony Perticari tells us what makes Crown tick, and what it takes to stay ahead of the pack. He also shares with us his predictions for the future of the reman industry, and the company.
Hi-Tech Engine Components to Supply AAM/Parts Pro Group
Hi-Tech Engine Components has been selected as a program vendor to AAM/Parts Pro by a unanimous vote of its members. According to Tim Odom, president of AAM/Parts Pro, having access to Hi-Tech’s arsenal of engine kits for more than 15,000 applications was just one of many reasons for the decision.