Delphi Makes Personnel Moves in its Aftermarket Unit
Delphi Corp. has announced several organizational changes for Delphi Product & Service Solutions, the company’s aftermarket and consumer products division. John Short, managing director of Delphi Diesel Aftermarket has announced he will retire on Dec. 31 after more than 32 years with Lucas and Delphi in the automotive aftermarket. John Short, managing director of Delphi Diesel Aftermarket has announced he will retire on Dec. 31 after more than 32 years with Lucas and Delphi in the automotive aftermarket.
Visteon to Grow in China with Two New Parts Plants
Visteon Corp. said Tuesday it is expanding in China with two new plants that will support the explosive automotive market in Asia and position the Dearborn, Mich.-based company as a leading supplier of climate controls in the region. During a conference call, Visteon announced it plans to build an $80-million plant in Dalian, China, which will produce air-conditioning compressors and subcomponents. Meanwhile, construction was recently completed on a $29.8-million plant in Beijing, where about 200 workers build air-conditioning and engine cooling modules for Beijing Hyundai Motor Co. Visteon owns 80 percent of the 180,000-square-foot facility, with Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Corp. owning the remainder.
Automotive Oil Change Association Offers Private Manager Training Courses
The Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) is now offering private manager training courses, designed not only to meet the needs of professional technicians but also helping them overcome coming barriers to training.
Hot Wheels Racing, SPEED Channel, AutoZone Partner for Formula One Promotion
Mattel and its Hot Wheels Racing brand are partnering with SPEED Channel and AutoZone for a “Watch and Win” promotion that will award two VIP trips to the first Grand Prix race of the 2005 season in Australia.
Thomson Delmar Learning to Distribute CDX Global Products
Educational resources provider Thomson Delmar Learning has signed a distribution agreement with CDX Global, a provider of comprehensive automotive training programs based in Brisbane, Australia. Under the new agreement, Thomson Delmar Learning will become exclusive distributor for the CDX product line in 21 states.
Executive Interview with Max Dull, Vice President and General Manager of Beck/Arnley
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Max Dull, vice president and general manager of Beck/Arnley. Join us as Max shares insights from his extensive aftermarket experience, fills us in on what’s new at Beck/Arnley and explains the Beck/Arnley business philosophy.
Bosal Launches New Online Exhaust Catalog
Bosal, a leading manufacturer of import exhaust systems and components, has introduced a new online version of its full line catalog. The new electronic catalog covers Bosal’s complete line of one-piece, direct-fit replacement import exhaust systems, mufflers, catalytic converters, pipes and accessories and features more than 3,000 import makes and models. The online catalog provides application data, ordering information and illustrations.
Apogee Appoints New CFO
Apogee Enterprises, which develops and delivers value-added glass products and services for the automotive industry, has appointed William Marchido as its CFO. Marchido had been CFO at Siemens Dematic in Grand Rapids, Mich., since 1988. At Siemens Dematic, he was responsible for all financial areas, including IT systems management and productivity improvement programs, for the America’s Material Handling Division and locations in Europe, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia.
Coatings Manufacturer Valspar Acquires De Beer Lafkabrienken B.V.
Coatings manufacturer Valspar Corp. has purchased De Beer Lakfabrieken, a privately-owned, manufacturer and distributor of automotive refinish coatings based in The Netherlands. The acquisition includes De Beer’s subsidiaries in the U.K. and Australia. De Beer, which sells products in more than 65 countries, had sales of approximately $39 million ($50 million at current exchange rates) in 2003. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.