Fifteenth Annual GAAS Looks at the Next Generation of Customers and Employees
The day’s presentations began with three aftermarket service veterans tackling the topic of “How Automotive Repair Service Chains Are Gaining Traction in Today’s Market.” The session was moderated by Barry Soltz, president, AMRA/MAP. Panelists were Joe Biggie, vice president of strategy and development, Just Brakes; Larry Magee, chairman, CEO and president, Bridgestone Retail Operations; and John Warzecha, senior vice president, franchise business development, Midas Inc.
The AMN Week in Review (March 22-26, 2010)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
Bosch Named World’s Most Admired Automotive Supplier by Fortune Mag
Company leapt from third place last year to this year’s top spot.
AASA Vision Conference to Hold OptiCat Panel, Roundtable Discussion to Provide Opportunity for Feedback
The AASA Vision Conference panel discussion, “OptiCat: A Supplier-Driven Catalog Model,” is scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, at the InterContinental O’Hare, Rosemont, Ill.
Sears Auto Centers Introduces New Franchise Business
Sears creates opportunity for former franchise car dealers to capture aftermarket parts and service sales.
University of the Aftermarket CEU Credits Available for AASA Vision Conference
Attendees can earn 0.6 University of the Aftermarket CEUs at the AASA Vision Conference 2010, “Know Your Parts.”
Sales Force Panel to Kick Off AASA Vision Conference 2010: ‘What Channel Partners Expect from Supplier Sales Initiatives’
AASA Vision Conference 2010: “Know Your Parts,” exclusive to AASA member companies, will kick-off with a Welcome Reception on the evening of Tuesday, March 16, following meetings of the AASA Board of Governors and AASA councils.
Firestone Brand Becomes Official Tire of Major League Baseball
Firestone becomes exclusive sponsor of in-stadium All-Star Game Balloting.
‘Know Your Parts’ Is Theme of AASA Vision Conference 2010
Online registration and hotel reservations are available now.
Still More Tire Price Increases
Another pair of tiremakers announced impending price increases.