Executive Interview with Rich Sullivan, Vice President, NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc.
Joins us as Sullivan brings us up to speed on several new initiatives that NGK recently announced.
Atlantic Tire & Service Named 2008 Top Shop Award Winner
AKRON, Ohio — Tire Review magazine has announced the winner of its 2008 Tire Review Top Shop Award. The Tire Review Top Shop Awards presented by Ammco/Coats seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada. This year’s Top Shop winner is Atlantic Tire & Service,
Indy Racing League Championship Celebration to Place in Vegas During AAIW
INDIANAPOLIS — The stars of the IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights will travel to Las Vegas for the annual Indy Racing League Championship Celebration, league officials have announced. The celebration will take place Nov. 5, the second night of the 43rd annual SEMA Show, the premier automotive accessories trade show in the world. The
Economist to Discuss Shifting Markets at 2008 GAAS
On May 20, William Strauss, senior economist and economic adviser for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will present "Will the U.S. and World Economy Shift Forward?" during the 2008 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) held at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. Following his appearance at last year’s symposium, Strauss returns to discuss the state and the near-term outlook of the U.S. economy. He will also look further into the health of the automotive sector and the overall global economy.
Register Now for Aftermarket’s Premier Conference and Save $200
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – By registering now, attendees at the 2008 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program can hear an exciting lineup of speakers and industry leaders as they discuss "Shift Forward" at a $200 savings. The event will take place Tuesday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 21, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in
Northwood University to Honor Seven Aftermarket Professionals
Northwood University will honor seven automotive aftermarket leaders with its annual Automotive Aftermarket Education Award on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. The awards will be presented during a luncheon at the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo Show (AAPEX). Northwood’s Automotive Aftermarket Education Award recognizes leaders for their contributions to the educational process in the automotive aftermarket field. The award was created to insure that these individuals receive national recognition for their efforts to improve education inside and outside the industry.
Tire Review Magazine Announces First ‘Top Shop’ Award Winner
Tire Review has announced the winners of its 2007 Tire Review Top Shop Award. The Tire Review Top Shop Awards presented by Hennessy Industries seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada. This year’s Top Shop winner is Gatto’s Tires & Auto Service, headquartered in Melbourne, FL. The seven-location dealership, owned by Pamela Gatto, has been in business for 35 years.
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.
The Week In Review (Nov. 13-17, 2006)
By Amy Antenora Editor The Week in Review offers a snapshot into the most read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews.com. 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 of
Northwood Presents Automotive Aftermarket Education Award, MAAP Designations at AAPEX Luncheon
Northwood University honored 10 automotive aftermarket leaders with its annual Automotive Aftermarket Education Award today at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. The awards were presented during a luncheon at the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo Show (AAPEX). In addition, Northwood’s University of the Aftermarket presented the MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) designation to two longtime distribution professionals, Doug Washbish and Timothy Trudnowski.