NACE and CARS Announce 2009 Event Chairmen Appointments
Both the upcoming NACE and CARS shows, which take place November 4-7, are sponsored by ASA and co-located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, during the second annual Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW).
Executive Interview: Northwood’s Dr. Tim Nash Talks about the New Aftermarket Executive MBA Program
In this exclusive interview, Northwood’s Dr. Tim Nash shares details of the new Aftermarket Executive MBA program, which begins in May.
Chrysler’s Jim Press to Receive SAE Foundation Manufacturing Leadership Award
The Manufacturing Leadership Award recognizes individuals who have made meaningful contributions to the development of the automotive industry.
The Top Newsmakers of 2008
For the fifth year in a row, the editorial staff of aftermarketNews has selected the top individuals who have made an impact on the industry this past year.
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Surpasses 2,500 Shops
SAN ANTONIO – Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper have announced the enrollment of their 2,501st certified service center. “Our WDs realize this segment of the business is essential to their prosperity. They have embraced our certified service center program to help us surpass the 2500 mark,” said John Wick, vice president of sales and
Darrel Amberson Appointed Event Chairman Appointment for NACE 2007
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the 2007 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) announced that Darrell Amberson, current ASA collision division director, has accepted the appointment as the 2007 event chairman. This appointment includes leading a 25-member NACE Attendee Advisory Council in the logistical plan developments, formulated for the betterment of future NACE events.
Executive Interview: Alliance President and CEO Richard Morgan Talks about the 2007 Charity Cars Campaign
Last week at AAPEX, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance unveiled a new nationwide charitable program through which members of Bumper to Bumper and Auto Value will utilize their unique automotive skills and resources to help provide refurbished vehicles to victims of domestic abuse in their communities. aftermarketNews had the chance to learn a bit more about the campaign from Alliance President and CEO Richard “Dick” Morgan.
CARQUEST Names 2006 Excellence Award Finalists
RALEIGH, NC – CARQUEST Auto Parts has narrowed the 2006 Excellence Award to 11 finalists. The winner of the 2006 award will be named Oct. 6, in Orlando, FL. This is the 15th year of the CARQUEST Excellence Award and the Technicians Advisory Council. The award is based on criteria such as industry involvement, number
NACE to Premier Auto & Cycle Alley, A Car Show for Collision Repair Professionals
The International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) has added a new element being to this year’s event – The NACE Auto & Cycle Alley. NACE delegates are encouraged to bring their personal show cars, trucks and motorcycles to be displayed in the NACE Exposition. Entries will be judged and “Best of Class” winners receiving $2,000 each with the “Best of Show” and “Celebrity Pick” winning entries receiving $3,000 each. WIZARDS Products and CCC Information Services are sponsoring the awards with the “Celebrity Pick” being judged by a panel of experts led by Chip Foose, host of TLC’s Overhaulin’. His participation is sponsored by SATA Spray Equipment.
Denver Parts Store Owner Selected as 2006 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year
NAPA Auto Parts and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Michael Akens the 2006 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year. Akens, who co-owns Bookcliff Auto Parts, Inc. in Grand Junction, CO, with his wife, Donna, is the seventh individual to receive this national award, which provides special recognition to a parts professional within the NAPA system and the auto parts industry.