Learn More about Government Affairs and Private Equity’s Role in the Aftermarket and More
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Aftermarket industry veterans and experts will discuss a wide range of topics focusing on the theme of "Shift Forward" at the 2008 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS), which takes place Tuesday, May 20, and Wednesday, May 21, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. "Let’s Know Them Before We Need
The Pulse: Who Should Decide What Parts Get Used in a Collision Repair?
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at a recent BodyShop Business survey asking who should decide what parts get used for a repair.
Federated Recognizes Outstanding Supplier Support
Federated Auto Parts has presented Outstanding Supplier Support Awards to companies that achieved exceptional success in each of six categories in 2007. The awards were presented on April 24 at Federated’s annual meeting in Dallas.
GPI/CARQUEST Names Todd Hack Senior VP of Product Management, President of CARQUEST Corp.
Todd Hack has been promoted to senior vice president of Product Management for General Parts/CARQUEST and president of CARQUEST Corp. He will be responsible for management of the Product Store Support Center. Hack has been with CARQUEST for 18 years, during which time he managed a CARQUEST Auto Parts store and worked in sales and distribution. In 1992, he moved to CARQUEST Corp., where he was the marketing coordinator and held the positions of product manager, director of product marketing and vice president. Hack became executive vice president, CARQUEST Headquarters and vice president, marketing, General Parts, Inc. in 2001. Most recently, he was general manager of CARQUEST Products, Inc. in New Castle, Ind.
PPG Senior Vice President Kevin Sullivan to Retire
PITTSBURGH — Kevin Sullivan, senior vice president, chemicals, plans to retire from PPG Industries and will transition his responsibilities as of July 1. “Kevin’s contributions to both our chemicals and fiber glass businesses over the years have been significant and his natural business acumen will be missed," said Charles Bunch, chairman and chief executive officer.
Equipment and Tool Institute Announces 2008-2009 Officers and New Directors
ROCHESTER, Mich. — The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) has announced its 2008-2009 Officers and Board Members. Beginning today, the following individuals start their terms: Officers (one-year term): President – Dave Schaar (SPX Service Solutions) Vice President, Programs – Randy Gard (Chief Automotive Technologies) Vice President, Marketing – Steve Gill (Alldata) Secretary/Treasurer – Mike Cable
Tasco to Acquire the Collision Equipment Group
PPG distributor and Collision Equipment Group (CEG) founding member Tasco Auto Color has announced the acquisition of CEG as a strategic move to accommodate CEG’s rapid growth. CEG and Tasco will expand their exclusive distribution agreement with Spanesi, S.p.A to include a broader range of Spanesi products and even closer ties to the Italian manufacturer of body shop repair equipment including benches, lifts and the Touch computerized electronic measuring system. Tasco says that Touch sales in the United States and Canada have established CEG and Spanesi, a leading supplier to the European body shops, as companies that are greatly contributing to shop efficiency and profitability.
Arthur “Butch” Smith Named Director of Product and New Business Development for Proliance’s Ready-Aire Division
Proliance International has named Arthur “Butch” Smith director of product and new business development for Ready-Aire, the company’s line of air conditioning and temperature control products for the automotive and light truck aftermarket in the U.S. Smith will be headquartered at Arlington, Texas, where the company’s center of operations for its domestic air conditioning business is located.
Centric Parts Names New VP Sales Special Markets
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — Centric Parts has appointed Jamie Fiffles to the newly created position of vice president sales special markets. In this role, Fiffles will be responsible for expanding market share by focusing on national installer chains, major buying groups, OES, co-manufacturers, fleets, private label and retail. Fiffles has extensive experience in the
Federated Names East Penn Outstanding Vendor of the Year
Federated Auto Parts recently presented its Outstanding Vendor of the Year Award for 2007 to East Penn Manufacturing. The award was presented by Bo Fisher, chairman of Federated Auto Parts, during an awards dinner held April 24 in Dallas. Accepting the award on behalf of East Penn were Harold Eberly, vice president of sales; Bruce Herman, national sales manager; and John Lutes, sales manager.