Lang Distributing President Tim Lee to Deliver Convocation Address at April’s Leadership 2.0 Session
An early proponent of aftermarket leadership education, Lee will discuss the importance of trusting the right people in building a successful career.
ATD Chairman Pushes Dealers to Embrace Change
In his last speech as chairman of the American Truck Dealers (ATD), Utah truck dealer Kyle Treadway urged his fellow dealers to embrace the many changes affecting heavy- and medium-duty truck retailing, including the introduction of new federal regulations, technological advances and the entrance of a younger generation of future dealers.
AVI and Babcox Sponsor Free Management Webinar
Shop owners and managers who want to create a team spirit throughout their shop that will help increase sales, productivity and profits will benefit from this program. Through this information-rich webinar, attendees will learn the easy-to-follow steps to help create the right environment, and will turn employees into superstars at the same time!
Automechanika 2012 to Present ‘Tomorrow’s Mobility Concepts’
E-mobility pioneer Karabag planning major presentation on “smart grids” at 2012 event.
OBITUARY: 1960 Indy 500 Winner Jim Rathman Dies at 83
Born in Los Angeles on July 16, 1928, Rathmann started life as Royal Richard Rathmann, becoming “Jim” in the immediate post World War II years, when he began racing hot rods as an underage
teenager.
Joe McAleese of Bendix Heads Slate of 2012 MEMA Board Officers
In addition to McAleese, new MEMA officers for 2012 include: Vice Chairman – John Corey, president and CEO, Stoneridge Inc.; Vice Chairman – Doug Grimm, chairman, president and CEO, Grede Holdings LLC; and Immediate Past Chairman – Terry McCormack, CEO, president and director, Affinia Group Inc.
DuPont Starts Up $500 Million Kevlar Facility in South Carolina
Facility will increase DuPont’s global Kevlar capacity by 40 percent. Product to be used in growing applications including automotive and tires.
American National Standards Institute to Host Free Conference on Transatlantic Partnerships
Open to all interested stakeholders, the conference will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C.
Manager, Technology Standards – AAIA
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) is seeking a Manager of Technology Standards. The position reports to the Vice President of Technology Standards. Summary of Responsibilities The Manager of Technology Standards is responsible for the documentation, implementation and management of the technical industry standards and programs of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association. The position requires
Guest Column: A Day at the Races
Industry veteran and longtime Babcox contributor Dave Caracci gives us an inside look at the races with a professional sports car team; or, in his words, he shows us “how an aftermarket guy relaxes in retirement.”