Top 5 Stories Of The Week

Top 5 Stories Of The Week

A recap of the top five stories on aftermarketNews during the week of Aug. 17.

NPW Acquires Stores From Icahn Automotive Group

NPW has acquired 13 Auto Plus and two Pep Boys retail stores in Oregon and Washington state.

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Parts Warehouse Finalizes Merger With Tri-States

The merger expands PWI’s footprint to nine total states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. 

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Red Line Synthetic Oil Expands Powersports Oil Line

Company introduces new 15W50 Powersports Oil.

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Todd Cawley Promoted To President Of LSI Chemical

Cawley has a strong sales and technical background in the oil, fuel and lubricant business.

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APSG Selects Dayco As A Certified Vendor Partner

Dayco’s enhanced offering will include fill rate guarantees and access to market analytics.

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WAI Announces Leadership Changes

Ron Bernstein, David Boer and Steve Garland have been named to new leadership positions within WAI Global.

WAI Global announced three recent leadership changes.

Ron Bernstein Appointed President, North America

Bernstein has worked in the automotive industry for 29 years with executive roles in Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, Strategy, Product Management and Supply Chain. Over the last two years at WAI, Bernstein has played a role in restructuring and enhancing WAI’s North American operations, proving his leadership capabilities, the company said. In his new position, Bernstein will oversee the direction and execution of WAI’s North American Business Unit.

Bendix to Consolidate Nevada Operation into Indiana Campus

The company expects no changes to availability going forward and little to no customer impact as the consolidation is completed.

ASE Education Foundation Partners on 10 Training Scholarships

Ten instructors were chosen to attend a five-day, hands-on training session at the Navistar OEM state-of-the-art training center in Woodridge, Illinois.

ASE Education Foundation Partners on 10 Training Scholarships
NexaMotion Group Expands Product Offering in Fort Worth, Texas

General repair product lines are now available at Transtar’s branch in Fort Worth, Texas, in addition to transmission and driveline-related products.

BendPak Announces Longer-Lasting LITESTIX Work Light

A larger battery keeps the rechargeable hands-free light shining bright for up to 7 hours, BendPak said.

BendPak Announces Longer-Lasting LITESTIX Work Light

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Snap-on Approved for Direct Access to Nissan Secured Gateway Vehicles 

The ability to work with Nissan secure systems is available on Snap-on Wi-Fi enabled products operating the latest software. 

Nissan Secured Gateway Vehicles 
Federated is Title Sponsor of Five More World of Outlaws’ Events

This is in addition to its continued sponsorship of the Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55, which hosts the World of Outlaws in April and in August for the prestigious Ironman 55.

Federated Becomes Title Sponsor of Five Additional World of Outlaws Events
MEMA’s SCO Forum Includes Tour of Long Beach Seaport

The Supply Chain & Operations (SCO) Forum meeting will take place May 14-15, in Long Beach, CA.

YANG Announces Speakers at Auto Care Connect

The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) has announced speakers for its 5 for 5 sessions.

Auto Care Connect YANG speakers