MEMA Guide Provides Tips for Complying with the ‘Made in the USA’ Standard
MEMA has released a new publication, “Complying with the ‘Made in the USA’ Standard,” that provides tips on compliance with the “all or virtually all” standards required for any product advertising itself as “Made in the USA.”
Industry Standards for Aftermarket Data Program Set for Nov. 15-16
Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket, in conjunction with its association sponsors and the AAIA Electronic Commerce Committee, will present “Industry Standards for Aftermarket Data” on Nov. 15-16. The program will give participants the training necessary to successfully implement AAIA’s new enhanced e-CAT Standard (ACES) and Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES). R.L. Polk & Co. will host the seminar at their site in Detroit, Mich.
E-Publisher to Produce Catalog for New Spark Plug Company
Vertical Development (VDI), through its e-Publisher content management system, is now helping aftermarket newcomer E3 Spark Plugs introduce its advanced ignition technology throughout North America. Founded in 1997, E3 invested years of research developing an advanced electrode for spark plugs that would increase power output, reduce fuel consumption and decrease emissions. When they began marketing their new spark plug line earlier this year, E3 contracted Vertical Development.
AMN Publisher Jon Owens Talks about “Getting in Sync”
Technology is a fact of life in business. Technology is ready for us. The question is, are we ready for it? We’ve run the alphabet soup of acronyms by you before: PIES, HTML, DAC, XML and on and on. But don’t make light of them. They will be common jargon for you very soon.
R. L. Polk & Co. to Present “Industry Standards For Aftermarket Data” Seminar
Those who attended the Aftermarket e-Forum in Chicago earlier this month learned the importance of implementing industry standards for aftermarket data. Now, to provide specific education for implementing the standards, Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket, in conjunction with its association sponsors and the Electronic Commerce Committee will present “Industry Standards For Aftermarket Data” Seminar.
Five States Home to One-Third of Independent Repair Shops, Auto Parts Stores, Says AAIA
The five largest U.S. states comprise one-third of all U.S. independent repair shops and automotive retail establishments, according to new data reported in the “2004/2005 Aftermarket Factbook,” which is published by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). California, Texas, New York, Florida and Illinois also dominate the U.S. motorist population, with more than one-third of all licensed drivers.
Aftermarket eForum Offers the Latest in Aftermarket Supply Chain Technology
So what exactly is supply chain technology, and how can it help your business? Attendees of the fourth annual Aftermarket eForum came in search of answers to these questions, and yesterday, they found answers.
Collaboration: We All Know What the Word Means, But Are We Doing it?
While he admits the word is a bit overused in our industry, Scott Luckett, chair of the 2004 Aftermarket eForum conference, told the crowd of more than 350 attendees at this year’s eforum that “More than anything else, this conference is about collaboration.”
U.S. Consumers Not Replacing Parts Often Enough for Maximum Performance, Says AASA
U.S. consumers are replacing vital parts and fluids in their vehicles, but not as regularly as needed to keep the vehicles running in top condition, according to the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).
New Video Details Importance of Motor Vehicle Product Suppliers
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has produced a new video that demonstrates the importance of the motor vehicle product manufacturing industry to the overall automotive industry and to the American economy. The 11-minute video, titled “The Importance of The Automotive Supplier: The Engine Behind the Largest U.S. Manufacturing Industry” was produced as a service to the industry by MEMA in conjunction with its 100-year anniversary celebration.