WORLDPAC’s Second Supplier and Training EXPO Starts Today
The four-day event, which WORLDPAC says will help customers better succeed in the changing aftermarket environment, has grown to double the capacity of the initial event and provides exclusive technical and business training, along with product knowledge from suppliers.
PACCAR Begins Construction of DAF Factory in Brazil
The high-tech, environmentally friendly facility is designed to assemble the premium quality DAF XF, CF and LF vehicles and the industry-leading PACCAR MX engine, the company says. It will produce DAF trucks for Brazil and the entire Latin American market. The DAF trucks will be distributed through a network of independent DAF dealers.
Charles Ayers to Succeed Daren Fristoe as President and CEO of CCAR
Ayers currently serves as CCAR’s board chairman. He comes to CCAR after 24 years with Midas.
AMN Executive Interview with Dino Maggioni, CEO, After Market Parts and Services, Magneti Marelli
Following up on a 2010 interview, aftermarketNews.com Publisher Scott Shriber and Editor Amy Antenora again recently sat down with Dino Maggioni to catch up with Magneti Marelli and its foray into the automotive aftermarket in North America. Maggioni brings us up to speed on Magneti Marelli’s new product introductions and plans for the future.
Germany’s HUECO Automotive Bought by Hitachi Automotive Systems
Hitachi aims to strengthen its European automotive aftermarket business with this move.
Final Days to Register for MACS 2012 Convention and Trade Show
After Jan. 13, registration for MACS convention events will need to occur on site at the MACS convention registration desk at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Prices will be higher on site, so convention attendees are encouraged to register before the Jan. 13 deadline.
OEConnection Unveils Redesigned Website
The company says the new site combines function and design for the benefit of the numerous business customers of OEConnection – original equipment manufacturers, distributors, dealers, fleets and repair shops – as well as job seekers, community partners, the media and other interested parties.
Zep Inc. Signs Orchard Supply Hardware Stores
Latest move expands retail market access in California.
Magneti Marelli Introduces Open-Source Platform for the ‘Connected Car’
Magneti Marelli says it has presented the first infotainment system that complies with automotive requirements. The system was developed according to the GENIVI compliance specifications shared by major players in the automotive field.
Herman Trend Alert: 2012 Workforce/Workplace Forecast
Every year at about this time, The Herman Group issues its annual forecast. If it seems like much of this forecast is similar to last year, you are right. Due to prolonged economic challenges, employers are facing very similar conditions to last year.