International Lubricants Unveils New Web Site
Specifically for the automotive industry there is a new “Technicians corner,” which features multiple technical resources such as the ATF Application Chart and various technical articles.
The Week in Review (Dec. 14-18, 2009)
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AASA Overseas Automotive Council Continues Tradition as Global Exporting Connection at AAPEX 2009
OAC’s activities during AAPEX 2009 began with a successful pre-AAPEX seminar on Nov. 2 featuring Dr. Timothy Weckesser of Sino-Consulting. Weckesser shared his expertise on the Chinese economy and examined the opportunities and challenges of the Chinese aftermarket.
DENSO and DuPont Automotive Co-Develop Award-Winning Eco Resin
Innovative plant-derived resin captures industry honors.
Delphi Names New Board
Chairman John “Jack” Krol will be joined by a seasoned team of global business leaders with experience in electronics, information technology, finance, specialty products and automotive manufacturing and supply.
Aftermarket Executive MBA Degree Program Now Accepting Applicants for Incoming Class
The highly manageable 30-month program blends these on-campus sessions with directed, Web-based instruction to accommodate the career and personal demands of participants.
Johnson Controls Elects David Abney to Its Board of Directors
Abney has held numerous positions throughout his 35 years with UPS. He currently directs all operations worldwide including a sophisticated global transportation network.
Ohio Technical College Celebrates 40 Years of Automotive Training
Ohio Technical College (OTC) began in 1969 as the Ohio Diesel Mechanics School, conducting six-week diesel training courses in Cleveland’s Warehouse district. Founded by Julius Brenner, the school began hitting its many growth spurts in 1971 as the demand for diesel tech training grew at a rapid pace and students moved into a larger facility to accommodate proper equipment. From that day in the early 1970s, the school hasn’t stopped expanding, changing its name several times – first to the Ohio Diesel Technical Institute, then to Ohio Auto/Diesel Technical Institute and the Ohio Auto Diesel Technical College – before deciding on Ohio Technical College in September 1997 to reflect its mission to provide premier technical training in the world of modern mechanics.
Q&A With J.D. Power and Associates’ Gary Dilts: The Auto Industry Recovery — One Vehicle Launch at a Time
Gary Dilts, senior vice president of global automotive operations for J.D. Power and Associates, provides an interesting perspective on the industry, having spent more than 30 years in the car business
Snap-on Announces Second Quarter 2009 Results
Company says investment in strategic growth opportunities continues.