The Week in Review (June 25-29, 2007)
By Amy Antenora Editor The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom of
Executive Interview with Ric Alameddine
This week we talk with Ric Alameddine, vice president of marketing, North American Aftermarket, for Tenneco Inc., manufacturer of Monroe shocks and struts, Monroe premium brakes, Walker exhaust products, DynoMax performance exhaust, Rancho performance suspensions and shocks, and DuPont Car Care appearance and performance chemicals. In our exclusive interview, Alameddine talks about Monroe’s foray into the brake category and how the company keeps its branding and marketing initiatives fresh.
Pennzoil Platinum Kicks Off “Ultimate Protection” Tour
Pennzoil Platinum has kicked off its nationwide Pennzoil Platinum Ultimate Protection Tour, which features an interactive 53-foot mobile display unit showcasing the benefits of Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic motor oil. Now in its third season, the redesigned Tour will travel to more than 20 auto enthusiast events, select NASCAR races and for the first time
The Week in Review (June 4-8, 2007)
By Arianne Anderson The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom of the
New Website Focuses on Ride Control Education
As part of an industry-wide consumer awareness program, Tenneco’s new website can help teach drivers about the role of shocks and struts play in daily driving and vehicle safety. The site – at http://www.MyShocks.com – was developed as part of Monroe’s “Safety Triangle” campaign and emphasizes the suggested 50,000-mile shock/strut replacement schedule and the importance
Tenneco Announces Executive Appointments
Tenneco Inc. announced two executive appointments today. David Wardell has been named Tenneco’s new senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. Karel Van Bael has been promoted to vice president and general manager for the original equipment ride control business, Europe. Both appointments are effective immediately.
Japan-based Autobacs Seven Co. to Buy Strauss Discount Auto
It has been reported that Japan’s Autobacs Seven Co. Ltd. has reached an agreement to buy Strauss Discount Auto out of bankruptcy for a price of up to $55 million. The agreement, which would include the purchase of more than 90 Strauss Discount Auto stores located around New York City and Philadelphia, must be approved by the court overseeing Strauss’ Chapter 11 proceedings. Strauss filed for bankruptcy on August 10 after defaulting on a $22 million line of credit, and its lenders cut off its access to cash.
The Week in Review (April 2-5, 2007)
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Neapco to Buy Ford Auto Parts Plant
From AFX News Limited DEARBORN, MI — Ford Motor Co. has entered into an agreement to sell a Michigan auto parts plant to an affiliate of a China-based company, while it has closed the sale of a Mexico factory to another company. Financial terms for both transactions were not disclosed. Neapco LLC, a North American
Walker Exhaust Catalog
Tenneco has announced the release of more than 600 new part numbers and issued its first bilingual exhaust master catalog and updated ERIS electronic catalog for its Walker exhaust brand. The brand now also offers both French- and English-language websites, featuring comprehensive application search tools and up-to-date part listings.