Akebono Creates New Division, Names New President
Akebono Corp. North America understands the importance and potential of the aftermarket in North America, and is refocusing its efforts on achieving success in this market segment. Akebono demonstrated its commitment to the aftermarket by appointing one of its highly successful top-level executives to lead a dedicated team focused solely on the aftermarket and OES business.
Delphi Sells Stake in Akebono, Toyota Among Buyers
Delphi Corp sold last month its entire 5.5 million shares of Akebono Brake Industry Co, roughly 5.9 percent of the brake maker’s outstanding shares, for an estimated 3.7 billion yen, the Nihon Keizai Shimbun reported without citing sources.
Akebono to Acquire Delphi’s Stake in U.S. Joint Venture
Akebono Brake Industry Co. said Tuesday that it will acquire on Sept. 30 Delphi Corp.’s stake in Ambrake Corp., a 50-50 joint venture, and turn it into a wholly owned subsidiary. The aim of the transaction is to “reorganize and strengthen our North American operations,” according to a company spokesperson.
Akebono Receives Excellence Award from National Catalog Managers Association
Akebono Corp. recently received a President’s Award for Catalog Excellence from the National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA). The award, which Akebono received for electronic catalog data submission, was presented by AMS Computer Group on May 3rd at the 32nd Annual NCMA Conference in Tempe, Ariz. The awards recognize automotive aftermarket companies that have achieved excellence in electronic cataloging as well as traditional paper catalogs.
Akebono Launches Three New Product Lines
Akebono Corp. North America (ACNA) unveiled several new product lines during the 2004 AAPEX show held earlier this month in Las Vegas. All three new lines feature Akebono Ceramic Technology.
Akebono North America Names New Executive Vice President
Akebono Corp., one of North America’s leading suppliers of advanced brake technology, has appointed Johann Finkelmeier as executive vice president, global strategy and business development.
Executive Interview with Randy Mordue, Director, Aftermarket Division, Akebono Corp.
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Randy Mordue, director, Aftermarket Division, Akebono Corp. Mordue joined Akebono North America in 1999. He has more than 20 years of sales, national account and new business development experience within the automotive aftermarket industry. Mordue recently took the time to talk with aftermarketNews.com and bring us up to speed on the latest developments at Akebono.
Akebono Introduces Expanded 2004 ProACT Catalog
Akebono Corp. has announced the availability of its expanded 2004 ProACT Application Catalog, which features ProACT Ultra-Premium Ceramic Disc Brake Pads and Precision Remanufactured Loaded Calipers. The company noted that more than 100 ProACT pad part numbers have been released since July 2003, adding coverage to hundreds of vehicles including several early release 2005 models.
Akebono Strengthens Brake R&D Leadership With Second Chassis Noise Dynometer
Akebono Corporation, North America’s leading supplier of advanced brake technology, today announced the installation of a second full chassis noise dynamometer at its research and development technical center in Farmington Hills, Mich. This new piece of testing equipment positions Akebono as one of the only companies in the automotive industry with two such testing machines, further strengthening its industry-leading brake noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance capabilities.
Bruce Mardar Joins Akebono North America
Akebono Corp. has named Bruce Mardar eastern regional sales manager for aftermarket sales. Mardar replaces Carl Schaefer, who passed away unexpectedly earlier this year. Before joining Akebono, Mardar spent 14 years with Qualitee International, a supplier of aftermarket brake and clutch components, where he most recently served as national sales manager.