R. L. Polk & Co.’s Ask the Industry Looks at Aftermarket Legislative Issues
Motor vehicle suppliers are the largest single manufacturing industry in the U.S. As such, this industry is not only greatly impacted by what goes on in Washington , but it can also be a great influence on Capitol Hill as well. There are a number of issues in debate right now that this industry must keep a close watch of – from environmental emissions regulations to small business health insurance plans and more.
Speaker Lineup Announced for 2007 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
The lineup of speakers has been announced for “Survival in a Changing Aftermarket,” the 2007 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program, slated for May 8-9, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. The GAAS 2007 program will begin with a special opening presentation at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8, featuring a new video about the GAAS scholarship, which is funded by Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), Automotive Service Association (ASA) and Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA). Pete Kornafel, vice chairman of CARQUEST and chairman of the GAAS scholarship committee, will announce the number of scholarship presented, including the 2007 awards.
ABRO Industries Testifies to Congress on Counterfeiting
WASHINGTON, DC – Peter Baranay, president of ABRO Industries in South Bend, IN, testified on intellectual property piracy in China before the House of Representatives Subcommittee on Trade on Feb. 15 in Washington D.C. Baranay, testifying on behalf of MEMA’s Brand Protection Council, spoke on the council’s legal battle with Chinese companies that have perpetrated
University of the Aftermarket to Offer Three New Business Strategy, Personal Skills Workshops
The University of the Aftermarket will sponsor three new industry-specific business management and personal skills workshops next month in Troy, MI, and Research Triangle Park, NC. Each of the new day-and-a-half programs has been developed specifically for professionals in the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarkets.
The Catevo Group Names Neal Zipser Vice President of Catevo Aftermarket
RALEIGH, NC — The Catevo Group, a global integrated communications, marketing, technology and management consultancy based in Raleigh, NC, has named Neal Zipser vice president of Catevo Aftermarket. In this role, Zipser will direct and help expand Catevo’s business efforts in the automotive and heavy duty aftermarket industries. “We’re delighted to have Neal join our
Delphi, Investor Group Sign $3.4 Billion Equity Deal
Delphi Corp. said it had signed an agreement for an investment of up to $3.4 billion by a group of investor funds that will take a controlling stake in the auto parts maker as it emerges from bankruptcy. The bankruptcy court overseeing Delphi’s reorganization approved the equity investment plan earlier this month over the objections of hedge fund Highland Capital Management, which offered a rival $4.7 billion reorganization plan.
HDMA’s 2007 Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance Study Now Available
The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association’s annual research study, “Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance in the USA,” is now available. The 2007 study is designed to be a reliable tool for trend analysis regarding heavy duty truck user repair factors, heavy duty truck use, changes in buying patterns and service work performance.
Sixth Annual Automotive PR Awards Open for Entries
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – Entries are now being accepted in the sixth annual “Excellence in Automotive PR” Awards, recognizing outstanding automotive-related public relations campaigns. Sponsored by the Automotive Public Relations Council (APRC), the Excellence awards honor those who have approached an automotive-related PR issue with exemplary professional skill, creativity and resourcefulness. The annual awards
Register Now for GAAS 2007 and Save $200
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – By registering now, individuals planning to attend the 2007 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program can hear an exciting lineup of speakers and industry leaders as they discuss “Survival in a Changing Aftermarket” at a $200 savings. GAAS 2007 will take place Tuesday, May 8, and Thursday, May 9, at
The Week in Review (Jan. 15-19, 2007)
By Amy Antenora Editor The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews . To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, click on any of the dates listed at the bottom