Automotive Parts Associates Launches Summer Harley Promotion
Automotive Parts Associates (APA) is giving service professionals across North America the chance to win a Harley Davidson Sportster.
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Names New President And CEO
Yoshitaka Narita most recently served as corporate officer, corporate administration group, and general manager of finance and accounting at NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd. in Japan.
AASA Lobbies On Vehicle Safety Bill
“On Oct. 21, MEMA Senior Vice President Ann Wilson testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee as the major representative of motor vehicle suppliers – including the aftermarket,” said Bill Long, president and chief operating officer of AASA. “It is vital for our elected officials to hear from aftermarket suppliers, since new car dealers only represent approximately 14.3 percent of the total automotive service outlets and 28.1 percent of the service bays where light vehicles can go for repairs and maintenance.”
NGK Completes Acquisition Of Wells Vehicle Electronics Business
“Wells, like NGK, is a highly respected and trusted source of quality products for millions of vehicles and other applications,” said Wells President David Peace. “This acquisition significantly strengthens the reach of our respective product portfolios and positions our combined organization for continued growth within the North American market and around the world.”
YANG Offers Leadership 2.0 Scholarship To Young Auto Care Professionals
Leadership 2.0 is the aftermarket’s premier post-graduate style leadership and business skills education program designed to promote the development of the next generation of auto care leaders. It is an intense and intellectually challenging two-week executive development and learning experience that features well-known speakers and invaluable networking opportunities with top-level industry leaders.
Automotive Parts Associates Sends 12 People To The Kentucky Derby
From November 2014 through February 2015, APA’s shareholders ran the “Win Place Show” promotion at their locations across North America.
Summer Coding Camp Sponsored By Bendix Will Benefit Local Students
Funding of the week-long high school coding camp is part of Bendix’s ongoing support of local education and technology initiatives.
NGK Spark Plugs Recognized By O’Reilly Auto Parts As 2014 Vendor Of the Year
WIXOM, Mich. – At its annual Managers Conference held Feb. 5-8 in St. Louis, Mo., O’Reilly Auto Parts honored NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc. with the 2014 Vendor of the Year award. The award recognized NGK’s dedication in providing outstanding order fill, performance and quality for both NGK spark plugs and NTK oxygen sensors in
NGK Spark Plugs Recognized By Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance For Outstanding Shipping
WIXON, Mich. – On Dec. 9, 2014, in Aventura, Fla., NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc. received the Outstanding Shipping Performance award from Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance at the annual Alliance Shareholders’ winter meeting. The award recognized the dedication represented by NGK with consistently high shipping performance (95 to 96.9 percent) of NTK Oxygen Sensors and
Bosch Launches First Performance Gauge Line In North America
WARREN, Mich. – Bosch has announced the launch of the company’s first-ever performance gauge line, bringing contemporary style and design to tachometers, pressure, temperature, hour meters, gauge cases and accessories. Available at most automotive retailers, Bosch will offer analog gauges in 2-inch sizes for restoration, custom projects or direct replacements. The gauge line is accompanied