William Nowicke Joins THINK As Vice President, Global Operations
Prior to joining THINK this month, Nowicke was a vice president at the global turn-around, restructuring and business advisory firm, AlixPartners LLP headquartered in Southfield, Mich. His responsibilities included the restructuring and turn-around of several manufacturing operations within the automotive, consumer products, aerospace and defense industries. Nowicke has also held several senior level executive positions within manufacturing and manufacturing engineering operations across Chrysler Corp. in the U.S.
APRA Issues Second Edition of ‘BuyReman: Remanufacturing Marketplace’ Online Buyer’s Guide
The 2011 edition of the Marketplace has been given a facelift to improve appearance and usability, and also includes new features. Enhanced listings now come complete with a company description, direct email and website links, including social networking sites, white papers, product catalogs and the ability to add specific products and brands.
Ford Looks Back at the ‘Decade of Change’: Top 10 Ways Your Car Has Changed in 10 Years
As the calendar flips to 2011, and automakers kick off a new chapter of innovation at the North American International Auto Show, here, Ford presents what it believes to be the top 10 ways the industry has changed since 2000.
UQM Technologies Announces Shift Into Production Phase
UQM adds full production capability after decades of advanced development work on energy-efficient electric motors, generators and power electronic controls for electric and hybrid vehicles.
Herman Trend Alert: 2011 Workforce/Workplace Forecast
Every year at about this time, The Herman Group issues its annual forecast. Again, this year, we offer you our full forecast (longer than our usual alert) for the coming year.
Edmunds.com Reports 2010 Auto Industry Trends
As another year draws to a close, Edmunds.com takes a look back at what it considers the key auto industry trends for 2010.
UCI’s Ralph Barr Appointed to CAWA Manufacturers’ Advisory Council
Barr had previously served on the MAC and CAWA board of directors in the late 1990s. He has been involved in the automotive aftermarket industry since 1977.
EP Management Corp. Selling Wolverine Advanced Materials to Wynnchurch Capital
With private equity support, Wolverine will focus on global growth and industry diversification.
Eaton Hybrid Systems Achieve 100 Million Miles of Service, Saving 4 Million Gallons of Fuel
According to the company, more than 4,500 of Eaton’s hybrid systems are in use today on city buses, school buses, package delivery trucks, beverage delivery trucks, refrigerated delivery trucks, refuse and recycling trucks, utility vehicles and other commercial applications. Eaton has also begun offering a complete line of electric vehicle charging systems to further reduce fuel consumption and harmful emissions.
Littelfuse Announces Acquisition of Cole Hersee Co.
Terms of the transaction included cash consideration of $50 million, which was paid out of cash on hand and existing credit facilities. This acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings in 2011.