Herman Trend Alert: Girls Winning the Battle of the Sexes in the Classroom, According to U.K. Research
In the past, boys have traditionally maintained their hold over girls in a number of more traditional practical disciplines. However, a new study has found girls are now pulling ahead in subjects previously thought to be linked with male-dominated industries.
SAIC USA Opens New North American Operations Center in Michigan
SAIC USA parent company, Shanghai, China-based SAIC Motor, is the largest automotive manufacturer in China.
Delphi Automotive in Negotiations to Acquire Motorized Vehicles Division of FCI
The $972 million acquisition will enhance Delphi’s position as a leading supplier of automotive electrical/electronic architecture, and expands Delphi’s global footprint, especially in Asia.
MAM Software Group Announces Share Repurchase Program
MAM also announced the appointment of Peter Kamin to the board of directors.
Trelleborg Inaugurates a New Facility in Bangalore, India
New facility will develop, manufacture and supply advanced sealing solutions for a range of applications.
New Leadership at Fontaine Fifth Wheel and Fontaine Parts Connection
Roger Crawford (pictured, center) has been promoted to president of Fontaine Fifth Wheel – North America OEM. Todd Shelton (pictured, left) joins Fontaine Parts Connection as president, joined by Larry Stone (picture, right) as vice president of business development.
Ownership of AMS Automotive Passed On to the Next Generation
Chris Jackson acquires the business from his father, Ron Jackson, who has announced his retirement. The father and son duo worked together at AMS for 23 years.
Leadership 2.0 Blog: Nikki Ayers, Ayers Automotive Repairs
Once again, several participants in the University of the Aftermarket’s Leadership 2.0 program have agreed to give us their insider’s take on the experience, as part of our second annual Leadership 2.0 blogger series. Our second blog entry this week comes from Nikki Ayers of Ayers Automotive Repairs.
National Account Manager – Willowbrook, Ill. – Midtronics
Reporting to the Director of Automotive Aftermarket Sales, the National Account Manager will specialize in the development and maintenance of high-level, cross-functional relationships within targeted major automotive retailers, service providers, and battery suppliers.
Transtar Acquires Cadco Products
The addition of the Cadco location in Columbia, S.C., increases Transtar locations in North America to more than 75.