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 March 1.

Continental Sells 6 Retread Locations To Conlan Tire

BestDrive locations in Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma were also involved in the sale.

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PTC Expands New Steering Knuckle Assembly Coverage

These new numbers fit some of the most popular vehicles on the road today accounting for more than 7 million applications.

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MPA Helps Accelerate Electric Charging Station Development

MPA’s subsidiary D&V Electronics USA has received notification that its high-power direct current emulator is being utilized in the development program sponsored by the DOE.

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Michelin Launches Serpentine Belt Drive Component Kit

The Michelin automotive accessory kit, available now on Amazon, includes serpentine belts, idlers and tensioners.

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Marelli Appoints Chief People And Organization Officer

Sherry Vasa has spent her career working in the U.S., Asia/Pacific and Europe for Fortune 500 organizations. 

Read more here.

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FullSpeed Automotive Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

Stacey Pool brings more than two decades of marketing and e-commerce experience to FullSpeed.

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FullSpeed Automotive has announced the appointment of Stacey Pool as the new Chief Marketing Officer, effective May 28, 2024. She will report directly to Chief Executive Officer, Rob Lynch, and serve on the FullSpeed Automotive executive leadership team.

Pool brings more than two decades of marketing and e-commerce experience from Nike, Vail Resorts, and most recently, Noodles & Company.

Advance Auto Parts Offers Race Fans Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip

One winner and a guest will “Do the Double” by attending the Indianapolis 500, before traveling to Charlotte for NASCAR’s 600-mile race.

PACCAR Elects New Board Directors

Pierre Breber and Brice Hill have been elected to serve on the PACCAR Board, effective July 1.

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Dana Releases Rear Semi-Float Axles for Jeeps 

The axles provide Jeep owners with a direct-fit, bolt-in upgrade solution that is built for superior strength inside and out, the company said.

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Dayco Announces Leadership Hires, Headquarters’ Relocation

Dayco said these developments strengthen its focus on innovation and growth.

Dayco has announced the appointment of several strategic leadership positions,  as well as the relocation of the company’s headquarters to Birmingham, MI.

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Cummins Names VP, Cummins Emissions Solutions

Alison Trueblood was promoted to the role, effective May 1.

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Fix Network World Celebrates Apprenticeship Program Approval

The program is also celebrating the graduation of its first apprentice, Gabrial Duran.

SMP Announces Q1 2024 Results

Net sales for the first quarter of 2024 were $331.4 million, compared to consolidated net sales of $328.0 million during the comparable quarter in 2023.

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GPC Acquires Largest NAPA Independent Store Owner in the US

Genuine Parts Company said the acquisition advances its strategic initiative to own more stores in priority markets.

GPC Acquires Largest NAPA Independent Store Owner in the US