The AMN Week in Review (Sept. 12-16, 2011)
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Bob Wilkes of Bosch Brake Components Elected Chairman of the AASA/MEMA Brake Manufacturers Council
His election was announced at the council’s Annual Membership Meeting, held recently in Naples, Fla.
Beck/Arnley Announces 10 Percent Off Promotion on 089 Foreign Branded Brake Pads
The OE Foreign Branded Brake Pad Program, which includes 5,934 applications with a focus on model years 1995 to 2010, complements the existing range of Beck/Arnley brand OE replacement brake pads. The brake pads are sourced from OE import suppliers and provide foreign nameplate technicians with a direct equivalent to purchase instead of going back to the OE dealership, the company says.
Rick Jamieson of ABS Friction Elected Chairman Of the AASA/MEMA Brake Manufacturers Council
BMC also establishes three new subcommittees.
Beck/Arnley Expands 089 OE Foreign-Branded Brake Pad Program
The OE foreign-branded brake pads category was launched about 18 months ago and complements the existing range of Beck/Arnley brand OE replacement brake pads.
Aisin Contracts New Rep Agencies, Expands U.S. Aftermarket Sales Effort Across the U.S.
TORRANCE, CA – Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA), a manufacturer and distributor of water pumps, hydraulics, clutch and ADVICS brake pads for Asian import vehicles, announced this week that it has significantly strengthened its aftermarket sales effort in the United States. Bob Clark, AWA director of aftermarket sales, said the company plans to grow
AISIN Unveils New Look and Slogan
Aisin World Corp. of America, Inc. (AWA) unveiled a new graphic identity and slogan. The changes come as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary beginning this month.