NCMA Raises More than $6,200 for the Aftermarket Foundation
The National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) held its 32nd annual Knowledge Exchange conference last month in Tempe, Ariz. Since 2004, the organization has been using its annual meeting as an opportunity to raise money for the Aftermarket Foundation. Founded in 1959 as the Jesselson Benevolent Association, the Aftermarket Foundation assists individuals and families in the automotive aftermarket through difficult times.
Spirit of NAPA Award Goes to NAPA Filters
NAPA Filters was presented the 2004 Spirit of NAPA Award, according to Terry McCormack, president and CEO of Affinia Group Inc. The Spirit of NAPA is presented to the manufacturer supplier who has provided the most outstanding service to the NAPA organization during the year.
Register Now for GAAS and Save $200
By signing up now, attendees can save $200 on the registration for the 10th annual Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program. The event will take place Wednesday, May 11, and Thursday, May 12, at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago and features a stellar lineup of speakers and industry leaders as they discuss “Lessons from the Past, Perspectives on the Future.”
The Top Ten Newsmakers of 2004
For the first time ever, Counterman magazine and aftermarketNews.com bring you The Top 10 Newsmakers of the Year. Our editorial team took a look at some of this industry’s most influential leaders and selected the 10 we believe have had a direct impact on the success of the aftermarket in 2004. Beyond that, we believe these individuals have helped set the stage for an even more productive future for our industry.
The Year in Review – A Look at the Top 10 News Stories of 2004
Whether you believe 2004 was a good or bad year for the aftermarket, no one can argue this was a big news year for our industry. The year included noteworthy shifts in leadership, mergers, acquisitions and more, most of which will significantly impact the industry for many years to come. Here’s a month-by-month look at what aftermarketNews.com considers to be biggest news events that happened in our industry in 2004.
Airtex Products VP of Sales Dave Cavanaugh Retires, Ray Swetman to Succeed Him
David Cavanaugh, vice president of sales at Airtex Products, announced that he will retire as of Sept. 1. Cavanaugh spent 18 years of his career with Airtex, joining the company in 1984 as master division sales manager. He was appointed vice president of sales in January 1997 and has directed overall sales and marketing efforts for the company since that time.
New Advance President Outlines Guidelines for Future
Advance Auto Parts’ Shane O’Kelly outlined principles that will guide the company’s path forward as he takes over the helm.
Dana Builder Axle Program Helps Upgrade Off-Road Experience
The three-step process lets customers quickly find and order new Spicer parts to fit most off-road vehicles.
GM to Invest More Than $100M in CCA Facility
GM announced plans to invest more than $100M in its Customer Care and Aftersales Processing Center in Burton, Michigan.
A Force for Change
Parts suppliers balance both challenges and influence as one of the nation’s biggest industries.
