Nominations Now Being Accepted for 2008 Heavy Duty Technician of the Year
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, Dayton Parts LLC, Haldex, MAHLE Clevite and SKF now are accepting nominations for the 2008 Technician of the Year Award program. The program is designed to recognize a technician or heavy duty (HD) machinist who exemplifies the best qualities of the profession, including his/her technical and mechanical experience, service specialties
Manufacturer-Driven IT Solutions Slated for Discussion at MIS Council Fall Conference
Representatives of three automotive parts manufacturers will discuss how information technology (IT) innovations have helped their companies realize supply chain improvements and profitability on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the MIS Council Fall Conference in Marco Island, Fla. The Fall Conference program on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 14, will be devoted to manufacturer IT innovations.
NASCAR Performance Offers Ultimate Car Makeover Sweepstakes
NASCAR Performance, NASCAR’s exclusive automotive marketing program, is inviting NASCAR fans to enter the Ultimate NASCAR Performance Makeover Sweepstakes at www.NASCAR.COM/makeover between Aug. 23 and Oct. 19. The grand prize winner will receive a complete vehicle makeover, courtesy of Goodyear Gemini, with parts provided by NASCAR Performance automotive partners. The winner will also receive apparel and accessories of their favorite driver, a Sprint FanVie and a VIP trip to the final race of the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, the Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Fla.
Uni-Select’s Brent Windom to Speak at 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference
Brent Windom, vice president of marketing and product management for Uni-Select USA, will present his company’s technology strategies during a "Customer Spotlight" at the 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Marco Island, Fla. Windom will discuss Uni-Select’s technology environment, current e-commerce projects and future technology initiatives, especially in light of Uni-Select’s recent acquisitions of Parts Depot and Beck/Arnley.
The Week in Review (July 14-18, 2008)
By Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says "News Archives" at the
The Marx Group Hires Leslie Maxwell
SAN RAFAEL, Calif. — The Marx Group has announced the addition of Leslie Maxwell to its agency staff, effective June 2008. Maxwell will serve in a dual role as client manager and public relations (PR) manager for existing and new clients. She will work from a satellite office in Nashville, Tenn. Maxwell will work closely
R. L. Polk & Co.’s Ask the Industry: The Value of New Vehicle Information for Product and Inventory Planning
Every year, there are more than 100 new vehicle launches and changes that significantly affect the landscape of the automotive industry. What impact do these new vehicles have on your company and the industry? How important is receiving timely new vehicle information to your product and inventory planning? These questions were asked of AMN readers and aftermarket executives working within various segments of the automotive aftermarket – including warehouse distribution, manufacturing and collision repair. And, what stands out most among all the comments were heard is the emphasis on the need for timely information.
The Week in Review (May 12-16, 2008)
By Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says "News Archives" at the
General Motors Recognizes Best Suppliers
JACKSONVILLE , Fla. – General Motors Corp. recently recognized 97 companies with its highly coveted Supplier of the Year Award. There are 57 multiple-year winners among this year’s nominees. “GM is proud to honor our best suppliers with the Supplier of the Year Award, an award that we believe is the most meaningful honor in
VIDEO FEATURE: LDN Fun Run Raises $6,000 for GAAS Scholarships
A record number of aftermarket execs laced up their running shoes for a worthy cause last week. The Leadership Development Network (LDN) hosted its annual Fun Run benefit during the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) Spring Leadership Days, which took place April 9-11 in Bonita Springs, Florida. While in Bonita Springs, aftermarketNews Editor Amy Antenora talked with LDN Chairman Jason Porrini about the history of the Fun Run, as well as his own experiences as one of the first participants in LDN’s Next Generation Club program.