German Auto Parts Makers Tour Southern U.S. Sites
Ten executives from German companies that serve the automotive industry are in Charlotte, N.C., and upstate South Carolina this week to investigate expansion sites. While rushing to expand in China, German automotive companies still consider the U.S. the most attractive market, in large part because BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Audi continue to increase sales here.
Larry Samuelson Named President of U.S. Automotive Parts Group
Larry Prince, chairman and CEO of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), announced yesterday that Larry Samuelson has been named president of the U.S. Automotive Parts Group, effective immediately. The position was previously held by Bob McKenna, who departed in 2003. GPC CEO Tom Gallagher held the position in the interim. Samuelson is currently president and CEO of NAPA Canada/UAP Inc. He will continue to hold these responsibilities in addition to his new ones with the U.S. Automotive Parts Group.
Fenix Parts Acquires Green Auto Parts & Recycling
The company also announced Edgar Akopyan will be joining Fenix Parts as the director of business development, Southern California.
Auto Care Association Hosts Cataloging Standards Conference in Brazil
The conference was made possible by the Market Development Cooperator (MDCP) award from the U.S. DOC and International Trade Administration.
Auto Care Voices Support for FTC, DOJ Comments on Right to Repair
The agencies asserted that renewing and expanding repair-related exemptions would promote competition in markets for replacement parts, repair and maintenance services.
How Much Do Gas Prices Affect the Automotive Aftermarket?
The fluctuations in gasoline prices serve as barometers for a variety of economic factors.
Advance Auto Parts Appoints Three New Independent Directors
With the appointments, the company’s board will temporarily expand to 12 directors.
National Auto Body Council Welcomes Empire Auto Parts
Empire operates from 39 locations throughout 24 states in the eastern U.S. with an inventory of more than 48,000 SKUs.
bproauto Launches Revised Aftermarket Parts Website
The expanded website includes search by part number or vehicle fitment, dealer locator, region selection tool for U.S., Canada and Mexico, and much more.
Advance Auto Parts Announces ‘National Battery Day’ Promo
DieHard battery giveaways and complimentary battery testing will be part of nationwide festivities held on Feb. 18.
