The New Aftermarket Reality: Road Ahead Requires Collaboration, Shared Vision And Planning For The Connected Aftermarket
As advanced technologies and the increased complexity of vehicles change “business as usual” in the automotive aftermarket, new strategies are needed for the industry’s continued growth and success, says Bill Long, AASA president and chief operating officer.
AASA Addresses Aftermarket’s Vital Role In Bridging The Gap To Connected/Automated Cars
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association discussed the significant impact that aftermarket solutions can have in improving road safety last week at TU-Automotive Detroit 2017.
Aftermarket’s Strong, Steady Growth Contributes To Increased M&A Activity In 2016, With More To Come In 2017
“AASA is a strong advocate of the vibrancy of the aftermarket and the significant contributions to the U.S. economy by vehicle parts manufacturers, especially in providing manufacturing jobs for our nation,” said Bill Long, AASA president and chief operating officer.
Paul McCarthy Assumes New Role At Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association
In his new role, McCarthy provides executive and strategic leadership to further advance the business interests of AASA members. He also will continue in his MEMA role as a member of the association’s executive staff, reporting to MEMA CEO Steve Handschuh.
AASA’s Technology Council Talks About Advanced Aftermarket Technology With Northwood University Students
ATC Chairman Brent Berman of Federal-Mogul Motorparts and AASA’s Chris Gardner addressed classes in Northwood’s management information systems and aftermarket management curriculums at the university’s Midland, Michigan, campus.
AASA Board Of Governors Announces 2017 Officers, New Members
Joe Pomaranski, vice president and general manager, North American Aftermarket, Tenneco, and Marc Blackman, president and CEO, Gold Eagle Products, will serve as the 2017 chairman and vice chairman, respectively, of the board of governors of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).
AASA Opens The Dialogue On ‘The New Aftermarket Reality: Putting The Puzzle Together’
The 2017 AASA Vision Conference will be held at the Loews Chicago O’Hare, Rosemont, Illinois. New for this year, the conference will include participation by aftermarket channel partner attendees in addition to the leading aftermarket supplier members of AASA.
Register Now For The 2017 AASA Vision Conference: ‘Trends That Will Change The Industry’
The conference will examine how new distribution channels, technologies, telematics, new administrative policies, regulations and vehicle advancements will drastically alter the aftermarket landscape.
The Group’s Bill Maggs, Larry Pavey Tell AASA Members, ‘Data Is the Big Differentiator’
Pavey and Maggs spoke at the 2015 AASA Vision Conference, which took place March 16-17 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, N.C.
AASA President Bill Long: Aftermarket Suppliers Need A 360° View Of Today’s Market
Long spoke today at the 2015 AASA Vision Conference taking place at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, N.C.
AASA Launches Groundbreaking Starting And Charging Campaign
The aggressive new campaign, which is part of AASA’s “Know Your Parts” program, seeks to educate repair professionals on the importance of doing complete and proper diagnostics for starting and charging issues.
AMN Executive Interview: Bill Long, President And COO, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA)
Today in our AMN Executive Interview series, we feature a discussion with Bill Long, president and COO of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). In the interview, Long shares with AMN readers his thoughts on the globalization of the supplier industry, the evolution of AASA and where both the association and the industry as a whole are headed.
