Solenium Group Launches Visual SKUs for High-Volume, High-Quality Product Images
Early adopters of the product have already reduced product returns by more than 10 percent, the company said.
Nominations Open for Tire Industry Hall of Fame
This year’s recipients will join past inductees, including Harvey Firestone, Charles Goodyear, Andrew Michelin, John Dunlop, Les Schwab and Mario Marangoni.
The AMN Week in Review (March 22-26, 2010)
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Bosch Named World’s Most Admired Automotive Supplier by Fortune Mag
Company leapt from third place last year to this year’s top spot.
McCourt Introduces New Line of Tire Balancers and Changers
The line is being marketed under the Wheel Products name. Included in its initial offering will be passenger-vehicle tire changers and balancers.
NASCAR Performance and Exclusive Partners to Sponsor NASCAR Hall of Fame
Through this sponsorship agreement, NASCAR Performance will integrate its family of automotive brands into an interactive exhibit area in the Race Week section of the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. Hires Lori Simonelli as Senior Director of Technical Services
Previously, Simonelli worked for 27 years at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. With a career focused on new product development, she served as a project manager for consumer products in North America, and was a project manager overseeing technical and quality for consumer tire sourcing.
Sears Auto Centers Introduces New Franchise Business
Sears creates opportunity for former franchise car dealers to capture aftermarket parts and service sales.
NASCAR Names National Series Prize Money & Decal Program Sponsors for 2010 Season
Contingency partners continue to support NASCAR Sprint Cup, NASCAR Nationwide and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series teams with per-race and year-end awards.
Babcox Promotes Two Top Executives to Vice President Positions
CFO Greg Cira and Group Publisher Jeff Stankard take on new responsibilities at the company.