Spring ASE Certification Testing Schedule Announced
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will offer its full complement of 40-plus certification tests for repair professionals and parts specialists this spring over the course of three evenings on May 3, 5 and 10, 2005. The tests will be given at more than 750 locations throughout the United States and Canada. The registration deadline is March 25, 2005.
BFNAT’s Dueler H/L Alenza Receives Award at AAIW Show
Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire’s (BFNAT) Dueler H/L Alenza was awarded a Popular Mechanics Editor’s Choice Award at the 2004 Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW) show in Las Vegas. Specifically, Popular Mechanics acknowledged BFNAT’s Ever-Black technology, which allows the Dueler H/L Alenza to stay black, even as it ages. The Dueler H/L Alenza is targeted at luxury SUVs.
Goodyear’s Dunlop Brand Releases Three New High-End Tires
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is looking for big things from its storied Dunlop brand in the near future, and gave the nameplate a major boost with the launch of three new high end tires just before the opening of the 2004 SEMA Show. Revealed at a special launch program at the Las Vegas Speedway were the Dunlop Direzza DZ101 for the sport compact market segment, the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx for the luxury UHP segment, and the Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 for the high-end luxury SUV segment.
Ford, Magna Face Multi-Million-Dollar Class-Action Suit Over Door Latches
Up to 400,000 Canadians might be driving Ford vehicles with faulty door latches that could lead to serious injury or death, according to a class-action lawsuit commenced Tuesday against Ford Motor Co., Magna International and several of its subsidiaries.
Genuine Parts Co. Reports Second Quarter Sales and Earnings
Genuine Parts Co. reported sales and earnings for the second quarter and six months, which ended on June 30.
SEMA Sets Fall Dates for Installer Certification Tests
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) will hold its fall test session for Z1-Z4 accessory installation certification on Tuesday, Nov. 9, in more than 700 locations around the United States and Canada, as well as elsewhere outside the United States. All tests begin at 7 p.m. Registration for the tests closes Wednesday, Sept. 22.
Goodyear Releases 2003 Financial Results
Despite record sales of $15.1 billion and some bottom-line improvements, Goodyear Tire & Rubber yesterday reported a full-year 2003 net loss of $802.1 million or $4.58 per share. The 2003 net loss also included a -$56.2 million restatement for the year, part of a total of $164.8 million in additional net losses over the 1997-2003 period.
Goodyear Releases 2003 Financial Results
Despite record sales of $15.1 billion and some bottom-line improvements, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. reported a full-year 2003 net loss of $802.1 million or $4.58 per share. The 2003 net loss also included a -$56.2 million restatement for the year, part of a total of $164.8 million in additional net losses over the 1997-2003 period.
Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion Gives Bowling Green $3.5 Million Economic Boost
When participants and fans cruise into Bowling Green, Ky., for the June 18-20 Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion, they’ll bring their hot rods, cool cars…and their wallets. It’s estimated the Reunion, presented by DuPont Automotive Refinishes, and now in its second year at Beech Bend Raceway Park, will generate more than $3.5 million to the Warren County area, which is more than 2.19 percent of the almost $161 million economic impact of tourism on Bowling Green for the year, according to the Bowling Green Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Recording Trademarks With U.S. Customs Service Key Step to Anti-Counterfeiting Fight
An important tool for protecting the coveted trademarks of aftermarket companies is to record registered trademarks with the U.S. Customs Service. U.S. Customs only has authorization to seize shipments that infringe on recorded trademarks, copyrights and trade names. By recording trademarks with customs and by working closely with the agents to help identify infringing shipments, trademark owners gain a critical ally in deterring the entry of counterfeit products into the U.S. aftermarket.