Bendix Brand Launches New Ceramic High-Performance Brake Lubricant
According to Bendix, its new Bendix Ceramic High-Performance Brake Lubricant lasts longer than traditional petroleum-based lubricants. Only a thin layer of this lubricant is needed to fill surface roughness. Unaffected by salt, weather or brake fluid, it is designed to last the life of the brake pads and shoes, the company said.
AASP Announces 2010 Industry Improvement Grant Recipients
The grant program, established earlier this year, funds initiatives that demonstrate innovative and collaborative projects and programs that address unmet needs within the mechanical and collision repair industries.
GUEST COMMENTARY: We Have Content; The Question Is, Do We Have Contact?
Without question the Internet and Google have indeed changed the world forever. We live in a world where we have access to as much information as we need or seek on a particular subject, and for the most part this is a good thing. But it comes at a price, according to Dr. John Passante. In today’s Guest Commentary, Passante asks: Has our industry lost the art and interest in having a conversation with the customer? Are we relying too heavily on e-mails, text messages, blogs, etc.?
Kristen Goodson Named Director of Product Management at Peterson
Goodson joined Peterson as a customer service representative immediately following her 1995 graduation from the University of Kansas with a degree in business administration. She has since worked in or with every department within the company, steadily advancing through a series of sales and management roles.
Affinia Group Unveils World Smart Strategy
Affinia said during the past six years it has taken control of its global supply chain with an innovative approach to global commerce. The World Smart direction assures consistent product quality regardless of where a product is manufactured globally.
Activant Reports Record-Setting Year for Parts Data Timeliness and Volume
Company says it dramatically reduced data cycle time over the past year; projects significant acceleration in 2011.
Veyance Names John Hamilton CEO
Hamilton, who most recently was president and CEO of Electro-Motive Diesel in LaGrange, Ill., will assume his new duties on Nov. 8 and will be based in Fairlawn, Ohio.
OTC Celebrates 85 Years of Innovation
Company has evolved from a twentieth century special service tools provider to become a world leader in automotive aftermarket specialty tools and equipment.
Activant Announces ListingExpert Solution for WDs, Jobbers Listing Parts on eBay Motors
New service from Activant aims to minimize time and labor required to sell parts to a global audience through eBay Motors.
Dana CEO Jim Sweetnam Resigns, Executive Chairman John Devine Named Interim CEO
Dana Holding Corp. has announced that James Sweetnam, president and CEO, has resigned by mutual agreement with Dana’s Board of Directors. John Devine, executive chairman, will serve as Interim CEO while the board conducts a search for a permanent successor.