Dayco Associate Named Parts Authority Factory Rep Of The Year
Dayco Products’ New York Account Manager Luis Rivera was recently named the Parts Authority Factory Rep of the Year. Rivera, a 15-year employee at Dayco, was presented with the award during Parts Authority’s 40th anniversary trade show on April 30 at Citi Field, home of the New York Mets.
Randy Buller of Parts Authority to Address CAWA Annual Dinner
In his presentation, Buller will cover topics such as the contemporary issues facing distributors and their suppliers, and what the future holds for business owners and managers, particularly in the areas of technology, Internet sales, data, inventory, brand reliance and offshore product.
AASA Executive Breakfast During AAPEX to Feature U.S. Auto Parts, Amazon.com and The Parts Authority
U.S. Auto Parts acquisition of Whitney Automotive Group demonstrates relevance of aftermarket e-tailing discussion.
Parts Authority Holds Successful 2010 Trade Show
More than 5,000 attendees came to the event, including more than 4,000 technician customers. Approximately 100 vendors displayed their products at the trade show, and 589 “Ride and Drives,” sponsored by Monroe took place.
DST Honored by Parts Authority with “Partner in Technology” Award
DST Inc. was recently honored by New York-based Parts Authority with its “Partner in Technology” award for 2005. DST’s integrated parts business management solution DSTWare manages the operations of Parts Authority’s ten locations in the metropolitan New York City area. The award was presented at a gathering of almost 4,000 customers of Parts Authority at its “Spring Training” themed trade show. According to Howard Cohen, IT director for Parts Authority, the “Partner in Technology” award was presented to DST because DSTWare has enabled the company accomplish more technology initiatives than ever.
ASA Requests NHTSA Use Authority to Regulate Aftermarket Crash Parts
For years, ASA’s policy for automotive replacement crash parts has been that consumers should have notice as to the types of parts used to repair their vehicles and give written consent as to the use of these parts.
LKQ Completes Divestiture of GSF Car Parts
LKQ has sold GSF to Epiris, a private-equity fund based in the United Kingdom.
Fisher Auto Parts Acquires LaCava & Sowersby
The acquisition involves 3 large-volume locations in Massachusetts, located near an existing Fisher distribution center.
Colonial Auto Parts, A.P.M. Ltd. Donate 3M Mask Inventory
The donation included 111 3M half-face and full-face reusable respirator masks and 1,580 N95 disposable masks.
US Auto Parts Names Morris Chief Merchandising Officer
David Morris will lead global sourcing, merchandising and product development for CarParts.com and JC Whitney.
