HushMat Moves Into Larger Facility
LENEXA, KS — HushMat, a manufacturer of a full line of vibration damping, thermal insulation, tape and sound absorption materials for the automotive aftermarket, has moved. According to President Tim McCarthy, the company was in need of additional warehouse room and personnel as a result of a recent increase in business. “We have received quite
NABC’s “Leave Something Behind” Campaign Helps Generate Sponsorships for 70 Free Cancer Screenings
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced this week that the collision industry helped raise funds for 70 free prostate cancer screenings for patients that may not otherwise have been able to afford them. The total donation, $1,600, was raised over the course of the NABC board meeting and Collision Industry Conference (CIC) that took place on April 10-12 in Atlanta. NABC executives said the fact that the sum was raised in a relatively short time frame indicates the effectiveness of council’s ongoing “Leave Something Behind” campaign, which is dedicated to producing a tangible, positive impact on localities that host collision industry gatherings.
ACCC and CARQUEST Form Strategic Partnership and Launch MaxPak Program
American Car Care Centers Inc. (ACCC) and CARQUEST Auto Parts have formed a new strategic marketing partnership that will be marketed by ACCC as MaxPak. MaxPak will include training and education and an insurance offering, among other services. Set to launch Apr. 1, MaxPak will consist of two primary elements: ACCC University and a range of marketing and promotion offerings. ACCC University is a series of web-based, self-paced training modules, including nine non-technical courses, 10 ASE test-prep courses, two tech assessment classes, two other technical courses and more.
Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems Appoints Two New Aftermarket Sales Execs
FLORENCE, KY — Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems, a division of Prestolite Electric, has announced the appointment of two executives to its aftermarket sales organization. Jeff Haar has been appointed to manage aftermarket sales in Washington state, Alaska, and all of Canada. Haar brings with him 15 years of experience in the heavy-duty industry at Kenworth
HushMat Hires Powerful Mobile Audio Professionals to Represent Company
LENEXA, KS — HushMat, a manufacturer of a full line of vibration damping, thermal insulation, tape and sound absorption materials for the 12-volt market and automotive aftermarket, has retained the services of 14 nationwide mobile electronics industry sales representative firms for the company’s line of products. “We are excited by the market intelligence and strategic
Peterbilt Trims Production, Cuts Workforce
Paccar Inc.’s Peterbilt unit is cutting production at its Nashville, TN, truck assembly plant, and will lay off some 670 employees after the first of the new year. Paccar said the moves are being made in anticipation of significantly lower orders for new trucks in 2007. New EPA engine regulations, which kick in as of Jan. 1, created a heavy pre-buy and used truck purchase market this year.
R. L. Polk & Co.’s Ask the Industry Looks at the Role of the Internet in Business Today
The Internet has become a mainstay of life today. A flexible, affordable and robust business tool, the Internet has become a primary vehicle for communicating with customers and business partners in the aftermarket. Its uses vary — from e-catalogs to online promotions and product demos — and the quality and ease of use can vary too. The aftermarket executives we spoke with for this week’s “Ask the Industry” touched upon the benefits and challenges of doing business online.
HushMat Hires Team of Independent Sales Reps
LENEXA, KS — HushMat, manufacturer of a full line of vibration damping, thermal insulation, tape and sound absorption materials for the automotive aftermarket, has retained the services of Scafidi-Bolio & Associates, Considine Sales & Marketing, Inc., Bill Perry and Associates, Tom Griggs Sales, and SS Sales & Marketing as its sales representatives for the company’s
CARS Announces Shop Licensing Panel
LAS VEGAS — The Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) will host a shop licensing forum the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 1, at The Mirage in Las Vegas during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week. The panel discussion is scheduled from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. in the Mirage Events Center – C2. Panelists will include: •
HushMat Retains Media Management Marketing as PR Firm of Record
LENEXA, KS — HushMat, manufacturer of vibration damping and sound absorption materials for the automotive aftermarket, has appointed Media Management Marketing as its public relations and marketing firm. “The addition of Media Management Marketing provides an immediate boost to our strategic brand development plan,” said Tim McCarthy, president of HushMat. “HushMat is an exploding growth/premium