Polk Announces 2010 Inventory Efficiency Award Winner
The Polk Inventory Efficiency Award recognizes and rewards outstanding aftermarket companies for process improvements relative to inventory efficiency. Tenneco received the honor for its InVision inventory analysis and optimization solution.
Fifteenth Annual GAAS Looks at the Next Generation of Customers and Employees
The day’s presentations began with three aftermarket service veterans tackling the topic of “How Automotive Repair Service Chains Are Gaining Traction in Today’s Market.” The session was moderated by Barry Soltz, president, AMRA/MAP. Panelists were Joe Biggie, vice president of strategy and development, Just Brakes; Larry Magee, chairman, CEO and president, Bridgestone Retail Operations; and John Warzecha, senior vice president, franchise business development, Midas Inc.
Increasing Aftermarket’s Legislative Clout to be Focus of U of A Leadership 2.0 Team Presentation at GAAS
Graduates of the 2009-10 University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0 program will present the findings of an intensive research project focusing on the urgent need for industry participants to become involved in the political process, during Wednesday’s session of the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Chicago.
Reworked Rancho Site Adds Interactivity
The site, said Tenneco, features “more interactivity, simpler navigation and added content,” allowing consumers to “interact and engage in the brand’s online presence.”
Parts Authority Holds Successful 2010 Trade Show
More than 5,000 attendees came to the event, including more than 4,000 technician customers. Approximately 100 vendors displayed their products at the trade show, and 589 “Ride and Drives,” sponsored by Monroe took place.
MEMA Technology Council Announces 2010 Leadership
Ray Nicholas of Standard Motor Products will serve as chairman.
2010 Walker Emissions Control Catalog Features Hundreds of New Parts for Domestic, Foreign-Nameplate Models
Tenneco’s Walker emissions control team continues to expand late-model coverage through quarterly product line updates to help ensure that repair providers and other customers have access to the products they need for today’s vehicle population.
Twenty-six Professionals Begin Final Week of University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0 Experience
Group convenes in West Palm Beach, Fla., for continued study of emerging business challenges and presentations of team research projects.
Motorists Can Save Up to $150 on New Shocks and Struts Through Monroe Promotion
Mail-in rebate offer available now through May 31.
Snap-on’s Tom Ward Elected 2010 Chairman of the AASA Board of Governors
Bruce Zorich of United Components Inc. joins as new board member.