Fisher Auto Parts Continues Expansion; Acquires Crystal Lake Pit Stop and Adds a New Distribution Center
Crystal Lake Pit Stop Inc., headquartered in Crystal Lake, Ill., was founded in 1977 and joined the Federated Auto Parts programmed distribution group in 1999.
Snap-on Expands Relationship with NHRA Legend Cruz Pedregon
In 2010, Snap-on will serve as the primary sponsor for Pedregon’s NHRA Funny Car team. A two-time NHRA Funny Car world champion, Pedregon started his NHRA career in 1987 and has been one of the most consistent and successful drivers for more than 20 years.
Executive Interview with Brian Cruickshank, Director of the University of the Aftermarket at Northwood University
In today’s Executive Interview, Cruickshank brings us up to speed on the many changes that have taken place at the University of the Aftermarket since he became director in 2008. He also talks about the value of executive education for today’s incoming aftermarket leaders, as well as the university’s new “On-Demand” online education offering.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Pays Tribute to Richard H. Morgan
The evening was a who’s who of the aftermarket with special guests spanning Dick’s career sharing a few stories and wishing him well.
Duracell Automotive Batteries to Power 2010 Numerals at Times Square, N.Y.
Human power is actually charging these automotive Duracell batteries to light the 2010 numerals.
The Aftermarket Foundation: The Aftermarket Industry’s Best Kept Secret
Considered one of the industry’s best kept secrets, the Aftermarket Foundation has made its mission for the past 50 years to serve as the automotive aftermarket industry’s only aftermarket-specific philanthropic organization.
TIA, SEMA Officials Vow to Create ‘True Tire Hall’
TIA and SEMA both vowed to work harder to assist commercial tire exhibitors gain greater benefit from their participation in the annual SEMA Show.
Industry Veteran Steve Bolio Passes Away
Veteran of the specialty-equipment industry and SEMA Hall of Fame member Steve Bolio has passed away. Earlier this year, Bolio along with his son Mike teamed up to launch Fulcrum Marketing, a manufacturers’ rep firm aimed at specialty automotive industry manufacturers and distributors.
More Collision Shops Joining Facebook, Twitter to Increase Market Presence
While no body shop owner is ready to claim a staggering sales boost as the result of being on Facebook, social networking/micro-blogging site Twitter or any other social networking site, some collision shops are creating presences for their businesses on these sites and feel they’re reaping some benefits from using what amounts to free marketing tools.
Snap-on Teams Up with Carbon Motors to Develop Police Car of the Future
Homeland security company enlists Snap-on for innovative solutions.