Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Releases Free MyPlaceForParts VIN Scan Application
The new MyPlaceForParts VIN Scan App is free to download for both Android and Apple devices. According to the Alliance, the app’s simple design is easy to use, and acts as the interface to a powerful scan engine that provides access to all VIN details. VIN data uploads to MyPlaceForParts.com with just one push of a button, enabling quick, accurate parts lookup to help increase bay productivity and lookup accuracy, the group says.
Epicor Introduces Low-Cost eCommerce Store Development Service For Parts Distributors, Jobbers
Company says fast, turnkey service can help auto parts wholesalers tap into expanding consumer e-commerce market.
ASPA Luncheon At AAPEX To Feature Presentation From Sears’ Automotive Merchandise Manager
The featured speaker will be Ken LeBlanc, division merchandise manager auto at Sears Holdings Corp. The luncheon will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at The Venetian Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
Advance Auto Parts To Acquire General Parts International
Deal will create the largest automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America with combined sales of more than $9.2 billion and more than 70,000 employees.
AWDA Education Program Scheduled For Saturday, Nov. 2 In Las Vegas
The program, co-sponsored by Stant and Plews & Edelmann, will begin with a general session on e-commerce and the DIFM and DIY customer. Presentations by Bryan Murphy (eBay Motors) and Steve Bieszczat (Epicor) will address e-commerce from the DIY and DIFM perspectives and how traditional distribution fits into both market spaces.
AMN Executive Interview: AASA’s Chris Gardner And AAIA’s Scott Luckett Discuss The New Aftermarketmatch.com
Under the direction of Chris Gardner, MAAP, vice president, programs and member services, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), and Scott Luckett, MAAP, chief information officer, Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), a new website called www.aftermarketmatch.com was launched to help suppliers and resellers align their electronic commerce and data standards. In today’s interview, Gardner and Luckett discuss what this new site can offer aftermarket suppliers and resellers.
FinditParts.com Launches Web Commercial
FinditParts is an online marketplace with more than 1 million parts from more than 800 manufacturers for heavy-duty trucks, transit, school bus, light-duty and medium-duty vehicles, trailers, forklifts, off-road and more. The privately funded, Los Angeles-based company was founded by a team of heavy-duty and automotive parts specialists with more than 30 years of experience in aftermarket distribution, sourcing and close ties to all of the major parts manufacturers and suppliers.
MAM To Launch New eBay Tool For U.K. And Ireland Marketplace
MAM Software announces plans for a new eBay module for its Autopart management software.
Executive Interview With Steve Bieszczat, Senior Vice President, Automotive And Marketing, Epicor
In today’s Executive Interview, Bieszczat discusses the critical role of modern software solutions in a successful distribution business, and offers up his thoughts on the role of e-commerce in retail today.
Inspire Marketing Firm Launches New Aftermarket Division
Founder Jonathan Medford rejoins the organization.