Collaboration Is Key To Improving, Advancing Aftermarket/OEM Partnerships
“Collaboration” was the predominant theme at the Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) 2013 ToolTech event, held April 23-25 at the Hyatt Mission Bay in San Diego. A host of representatives from across the aftermarket industry presented ToolTech attendees with their insights and concerns about the future of the aftermarket and its relationships with the OEMs.
Federal-Mogul Introduces New MOOG Problem Solver Sway Bar Link Kits
Exclusive kits eliminate installation hassles and provide increased durability, the company says. Innovative design dramatically simplifies washer and nut installation in the service bay; premium urethane bushings outperform and outlast traditional materials, Federal-Mogul states.
IZOD IndyCar Series Car To Feature New Components In 2013
The chassis manufacturer has designed structural pieces for the sides of the monocoque with the goal of further reducing the risk of cars potentially rotating on side impact. To improve durability, brake disc guards will be mandatory for oval races and optional for road and street course events.
Timken Enhances Internet Sites For Changing Customer Needs
Tri-lingual versions of TimkenInfo.com and expanded mobile sites deliver information on demand.
Executive Interview With Stan Gowisnock, President And CEO Of DST
Today’s Executive Interview features Stan Gowisnock, president and CEO of Distribution Service Technologies (DST). In the interview, Gowisnock talks about the trends he is seeing when it comes to the role of technology and e-commerce in the automotive aftermarket today.
Top-Scoring Females in SkillsUSA Competition Receive WIN Scholarships to NACE
This year’s recipients are Jessica Crowley, who placed third in the automotive refinishing technology category, and Kristina Shaver, who is the high scorer in the collision repair technology category. The WIN scholarship includes airfare, lodging and associated expenses, as well as a full access NACE Expo Pass provided by the Automotive Management Institute (AMI) and ASA. In addition, Crowley and Shaver will be honored at the ASA-sponsored industry awards ceremony in October. They also will receive 2012 WIN memberships.
Motorcraft Announces R.O. Writer Software Integrated with eCounter
Integration allows eCounter product orders to seamlessly transfer onto customer repair orders to enhance shop operations by helping reduce costs and improve accuracy, the company says.
Federal-Mogul Offering Up to $150 in Pre-Paid Cash Cards on Purchases of Moog Complete Strut Assemblies, Control Arms
Technicians who install MOOG complete strut assemblies and control arms between Feb. 25 and April 30 can receive up to $150 in pre-paid cash cards.
Federal-Mogul Introduces New MOOG Complete Strut Assemblies for Foreign Nameplate, Domestic Applications
According to Federal-Mogul, MOOG complete strut assemblies enable shops to save time while performing a complete strut replacement.
Executive Interview with Bill Hanvey, Director of Business Development, Automotive Aftermarket, Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
This week in the AMN Executive Interview series, we feature Bill Hanvey, director of business development for Schaeffler Group USA’s Automotive Aftermarket Division. In this interview, Hanvey talks about the critical role of anti-counterfeiting efforts in Schaeffler’s overall brand strategy. He also gives us the scoop on some exciting new products.