The Week in Review (Feb. 18-22, 2008
By Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom of
Court Puts Final Stamp on TPMS Regs
A Federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) challenging its TPMS regulations, putting to an end a three-year quest by some tire companies and a consumer group to strengthen the rules. The plaintiffs – Goodyear, Bridgestone/Firestone, Cooper, Pirelli North America, the Tire Industry Association (TIA) and consumer group Public Citizen – challenged NHTSA standard requiring factory-installed TPMS to notify drivers if tire pressure drops 25 percent below carmaker-set tire inflation pressures. The group said that in order to be effective, the standards should be stricter.
Universal Technical Institute Teams Up with NASCAR Angels
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has teamed up with NASCAR Angels, NASCAR’s nationally-syndicated reality television show that helps deserving people in need of a transportation fix, to promote the importance of car care and the value of automotive technicians. As a major sponsor of the TV show, UTI will be fully-integrated via in-show billboards and commercials, as well as branding, product placement and a scholarship promotion.
Thirty-Two Aftermarket Experts will be Roundtable Lunch Discussion Leaders at MACS Convention and Trade Show
LANSDALE, PA — One of the highlights of the upcoming MACS Convention and Trade Show will be the Roundtable Lunch co-sponsored by DuPont and Underhood Service Magazine. The Roundtable Lunch will be held at noon on Friday, Feb. 1 in the Fiesta 5 ballroom at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Walt Disney World. It is a
T&WA Sells Tire Mounting Business Assets
AKRON, OH — The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced that T&WA Inc., a tire mounting business based in Louisville, KY, has sold all of its assets to EnovaPremier, LLC. Goodyear has had a minority ownership interest in T&WA since 1999. T&WA and EnovaPremier have not disclosed the terms of the transaction. Goodyear anticipates recording
The Week in Review (Dec. 3-7, 2007)
By Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom of
Seventh Annual National Tire Safety Week to Take Place in April
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) announced that the Seventh Annual National Tire Safety Week will be held April 20-26, 2008. The annual event is an initiative of the Rubber Manufacturers Association’s "Be Tire Smart — Play Your PART" program, a year-round effort designed to help drivers learn the simple steps they can take to ensure that their tires are in good working condition. For National Tire Safety Week, tire manufacturers and retailers nationwide will work to educate motorists about proper tire care and maintenance. RMA provides tire retailers, auto dealers and automotive repair shops with free "Be Tire Smart" brochures and other materials. Many participating retail outlets will use the opportunity to promote tire care through advertising, promotions, free tire pressure checks and conducting media outreach.
Tire Review Magazine Announces First ‘Top Shop’ Award Winner
Tire Review has announced the winners of its 2007 Tire Review Top Shop Award. The Tire Review Top Shop Awards presented by Hennessy Industries seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada. This year’s Top Shop winner is Gatto’s Tires & Auto Service, headquartered in Melbourne, FL. The seven-location dealership, owned by Pamela Gatto, has been in business for 35 years.
The Week in Review (Oct. 1-5, 2007)
by Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom of the
AMRA Announces Retirement of Larry Hecker
The board of directors of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) has announced the retirement of Executive Director and President Larry Hecker. Hecker will step down effective June 30, 2008, after 14 years with the association. Hecker will also be retiring from his leadership post at the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP), a subsidiary of AMRA, at the same time.