Northwood University Announces Groundbreaking for Sloan Family Building for Aftermarket Studies
Northwood University President Keith Pretty, J.D. has extended to the community an open invitation to the ground-breaking ceremony for The Sloan Family Building for Aftermarket Studies. The groundbreaking ceremony for this 25,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art education center will take place at 11 a.m. on March 21, at the building site near the back parking lot behind the NADA Center. A reception and lunch will follow at 12 noon in the NADA Education Center. The Northwood University Michigan campus is located at 4000 Whiting Drive in Midland, MI.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Holds Annual Winter Meeting in Sunny Florida
The shareholders of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc. gathered in Boca Raton, FL, for the group’s annual winter meeting held Dec. 2-6. Each shareholder of the Alliance was represented. The meeting is a culmination of the past year’s efforts of Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper parts stores and certified service centers. Reports and breakout meetings focusing on marketing, product and education were reviewed. New vendors were reviewed and approved and the 2007 marketing strategy was presented.
Herman Trend Alert: Internet Recruiting and
As the saying goes, “Information wants to be free.” Savvy job-seekers know this. Millions of people go online every day to research companies and compare potential employers. Company web sites, job boards and other recruiting sites, and blogs posted by disgruntled former employees and upset customers provide a treasure trove of information to help us make career decisions.
Pete Joy of Haldex to be Honored with MEMA’s Triangle Award During HDAW
Robert “Pete” Joy, president of Haldex Friction Brake, will receive the prestigious Triangle Award from the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and its heavy duty market association, the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA), during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW). HDAW takes place Jan. 22-25, 2007, in Las Vegas.
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Launches National Charity Program
A new nationwide program that helps victims of domestic violence and abuse gain their freedom through the donation of refurbished cars has been launched by Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper. This unprecedented vehicle gift program is sponsored by the warehouses, parts stores and certified service centers flying the Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper flags. Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, parent company of Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper, announced the new program yesterday at AAPEX.
Delphi Says it May Sell Power Products Business
Delphi has decided its power products business is no longer a core operation. The company has said it is considering selling the business.
Judge OKs Meridian Financing Changes
The judge overseeing reorganization efforts of Meridian Automotive Systems Inc. approved changes in its bankruptcy financing that will help the auto-parts supplier stay competitive as it navigates turmoil in the industry. Judge Mary Walrath’s order Wednesday allows the Dearborn, MI-based company to take advantage of the full $75 million of its debtor-in-possession loan, and it extends the maturity date of the financing package to Dec. 31. The agreement was set to expire Oct. 31.
TIA Announces 2006 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has announced the members of the 2006 Tire Industry Hall of Fame. The new inductees are Jaques Bajer, president of Tire Systems Engineering Inc. and Armando Tornel Murillo, executive president at Empresas Tornel.
David Finley Elected Secretary of CAWA Board
The California/Nevada Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA) has announced the election of David Finley to the position of secretary to the board of directors. Finley owns several NAPA stores in Northern Nevada with his headquarters located at the NAPA Auto & Truck Parts in Sparks, NV. He has been a member of the CAWA Board of Directors for six years and has been active on various association committees. Finley currently serves on CAWA’s Public Affairs Committee representing the legislative, regulatory and legal interests of the members in the State of Nevada.
R. L. Polk & Co.’s Ask the Industry Goes to Washington
At MEMA’s recent Legislative Summit, congressional representatives discussed aftermarket issues with the association’s members. Counterman Managing Editor Michael Freeze spoke with a number of industry execs at the event, and asked: As an attendee at the MEMA Legislative Summit, what industry issue do you feel most passionate about?