The AMN Week in Review (Oct. 31–Nov. 4, 2011)

The AMN Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says "News Archives" at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.

By now most of the industry is packing up and heading home after another successful trip to Las Vegas for AAPEX. As noted earlier in the week, preliminary numbers for AAPEX 2011 were up: the number of exhibitors increased 11 percent from 2010; and the number of pre-registered buyers was up 15 percent. More than 61,000 buyers were expected to walk the show floor this week.

Below we offer a recap of the week’s most popular news stories for your review, with many exciting announcements direct from the show floor. Simply click on the headlines below to read more:

AAPEX REPORT: Larry Sills Recognized with 2011 AWDA Lifetime Achievement Award

AAPEX REPORT: Shots from the Show Floor

AAPEX REPORT: ‘China Is Here to Stay,’ Says O’Reilly VP at Specialty Products Alliance Luncheon

Epicor Announces Multi-Million-Dollar Investment in Next-Generation eCatalog Technology for the Aftermarket

AAPEX REPORT: Outlook for Aftermarket Is Bright and Bankable, Says AASA President, Panel