Continental Acquires Diagnostics Specialist Omitec
Since 2008, Continental ContiSys has been offering multibrand diagnostic solutions from Omitec under the VDO brand.
Executive Interview with Scott Libertore, President and CEO of FIMC
Libertore recently sat down with aftermarketNews to tell us more about The American Traveler Motor Club division of FIMC and the opportunities for growth and expansion in today’s independent repair market.
Schrader Continues to Expand EZ-Sensor Coverage
Nearing Schrader’s goal of reaching 90 percent coverage by the end of 2011, EZ-Sensor now covers more than 65 percent of the estimated 65 million TPMS-enabled vehicles in the U.S., the company says.
ArvinMeritor Aftermarket Adds Hydraulic Brake Rotors for Medium-Duty Vehicles
The coated rotors will be distributed under the Meritor and Euclid brands through commercial vehicle aftermarket distributors and OE truck dealers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico starting this month.
Hercules Tire Expands and Relocates its Chicago TDW Branch
Hercules Tire opened its Chicago TDW branch in 2004 in Melrose Park with four employees and six docks. Since then, TDW Chicago has grown to employ 20 individuals and operates 17 loading docks.
Executive Interview: AASA President and COO Steve Handschuh Talks About the Association’s New Know Your Parts Initiative
Next month at AAPEX in Las Vegas, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) will reach out to the aftermarket community on its new “Know Your Parts” initiative that was recently unveiled. Here, AASA President and COO Steve Handschuh shares some early details.
Edmunds.com Says Cash for Clunkers, Production Cuts Helped Lower July Incentives
According to Edmunds.com, combined incentives spending for domestic manufacturers averaged $3,743 per vehicle sold in July 2009, up from $3,727 in June 2009.