Bosal Expands Coverage of Import Catalytic Converters
Bosal, global manufacturer of import exhaust systems and related components, has expanded its line of direct-fit catalytic converters. The line now includes more than 850 SKUs and covers a wide range of direct-fit catalytic converters, OE oxygen sensors and air tubes. The line also features a comprehensive selection of universal catalytic converters.
Jiffy Lube Continues its Platinum Sponsorship of the Car Care Council Women’s Board
Jiffy Lube announced it will continue its support of the Car Care Council Women’s Board by sponsoring the 2005 Women’s Board activities at the Platinum sponsorship level. There are three tax-deductible sponsorship levels are available platinum, gold and silver.
RepairOne to Sponsor No. 31 Team in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Opener in Daytona Beach
RepairOne service and repair center franchise has teamed up with Brevak Racing as an associate sponsor for the No. 31 Dodge truck in the opening race of the 2005 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Series rookie Jason Rudd, nephew of NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series star Ricky Rudd, will drive the No. 31 RepairOne Dodge on Feb. 18 at Daytona International Speedway in The Florida Dodge Dealers 250.
AutoZone Recognizes Two Top Suppliers
AutoZone has recognized two of manufacturing vendors as its Suppliers of the Year. Morse Automotive and Unit Parts Co. were recognized for their achievements at AutoZone’s annual Vendor Summit.
ITW Acquires Permatex
ITW Performance Polymers, part of Illinois Tool Works, has acquired Permatex, Inc., a well-known producer of sealants, adhesives, and other products for the worldwide automotive aftermarket and the industrial maintenance and repair market. The company made this purchase at the same it was in the process of acquiring Wynn Oil from Parker Hannafin, as announced on Jan. 4.
Executive Interview with James Croston, Director of Marketing, Trico Products
Our latest Executive Interview features James Croston, director of marketing, Trico Products. As director of marketing for Trico Products, Croston has surfaced as a leader in today’s highly competitive automotive aftermarket. He has dedicated the last 15 years at Trico to developing new products that fill voids in the marketplace, educating the sellers and the buyers alike and finding better ways of communicating with potential and existing customers. Croston recently shared with us his opinions on the future of the wiper blade segment, as well as details about Trico’s recent product launches for the Innovision and Oktane lines.
AOCA to Hold Annual Convention and Fast Lube Expo in April
The Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) will hold its annual convention and fast lube expo — AOCA & All That Jazz — from April 23-26, 2005, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. “Finishing touches are being put on what could be the greatest AOCA convention ever,” said Sue Ackley, president of AOCA. “We’ve added new topics, new speakers, more vendors and more to do on the exhibit floor. New educational offerings include sessions on working with the media and on knowing when to expand or sell your business. A special ‘Day in the Life of a Quick Lube’ video presentation is being compiled to share industry best practices in the realm of customer service.”
ArvinMeritor Light Vehicle Aftermarket Signs Distribution Arrangement with Jiffy Lube International
ArvinMeritor’s Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) business group, a manufacturer of automotive aftermarket products, has signed a contract to distribute LVA products for 419 Jiffy Lube company-owned service centers. The three-year contract will take effect on Nov. 1. Jiffy Lube International’s parent company, Shell Oil Products US (SOPUS), selected ArvinMeritor LVA as a distribution partner after deciding to close Heritage, a Shell-owned distribution company.
Executive Interview with Eric Sills, Director of Headquarter Operations, Standard Motor Products
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Eric Sills, director of headquarter operations at Standard Motor Products. It’s been just about one year since Standard acquired Dana’s Engine Management division. Join us as Sills brings us up to speed on the integration, and shares some of Standard’s goals and plans for the coming years.
Jiffy Lube International Becomes Platinum Sponsor of Women’s Board
Jiffy Lube International has announced a commitment to sponsor the 2004 Car Care Council’s Women’s Board activities at the Platinum sponsorship level. Jiffy Lube started in 1979 as an association of seven service centers. Today, the company has more than 2,200 service centers in the U.S. and Canada, and services more than 29 million cars a year.