Beck/Arnley Introduces New Brand Marketing Campaign
“Parts Made Right. Life Made Easy.” to be company’s new tagline.
Ford and LKQ Settle Patent Disputes
The settlement provides that LKQ will not challenge the validity and enforceability of Ford’s design patents during the term of the agreement.
Navistar Launches New Private Label Value Line
Navistar says its new PartSmart value line offers smart and reliable choice for customers.
Toyota Introduces Third Phase of OE Radiator Price Program
While price reductions for specific models vary, prices are reduced by approximately 50 percent, on average, through the program.
The Week in Review (October 6-10, 2008)
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Executive Interview with ISN Vice President John Snowden
A supply chain services and business development professional with 20 years of distribution and manufacturing experience, John Snowden joined Integrated Supply Network (ISN) in May 2007, as vice president of operations. After a year spent fine-tuning the company’s distribution process, Snowden is now performing the role of vice president of mobile sales. His mission is to redefine the level of experience that mobile distributors have when purchasing from ISN, bringing customer service and product excellence to the forefront of every interaction. In this exclusive interview, Snowden talks about the changing dynamics of the tool and equipment distribution model.
Executive Interview: An Update on Uni-Select’s Purchase of Beck/Arnley
In this exclusive Executive Interview, Uni-Select President and CEO Richard Roy and Max Dull, vice president and general manager of Beck/Arnley, provide an update on what to expect following Uni-Select’s acquisition of the import parts maker. The two address plans for strategy, branding and distribution.
Executive Interview with Jesse Jones, Director of Marketing, MAHLE Clevite
Jesse Jones, a 25 year veteran of the aftermarket, was appointed in 2006 to the role of manager – marketing for Clevite Engine Parts, now MAHLE Clevite Inc. Jones is responsible for the company’s overall strategic marketing efforts, which include communication, customer program management, tradeshows, motor sports, brand management and customer training. In this exclusive Executive Interview, Jones brings us up to speed on MAHLE Clevite as the company celebrates nearly one and a half years under the ownership of Stuttgart, Germany-based MAHLE Group.
Hahn Automotive Warehouse Celebrates 50 Years in Business
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Hahn Automotive Warehouse will celebrate its 50th year in business in Rochester, N.Y., this summer. More than just an auto parts distribution company, it is also the story about the true success of an Israeli immigrant who fulfilled the American dream. Basing his business principles on his life principles and working extremely
Proliance International Names Michael Barbee Vice President of Sales
Proliance International has announced the appointment of Michael Barbee as vice president of sales. He previously was group vice president for the southeast group of Genuine Parts/NAPA, where he spent 24 years, starting as a management trainee.