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 April 18.

Alltech Automotive Expands Sales Team

Brett Lucht and Bruce Overton join company as regional sales managers for the U.S. and Canada.

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Dynamic Tool Brand Improves Distribution with Online Store

Customers have full access to products on ShopDynamicTools.com with most online orders being shipped the same or next day.

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BorgWarner Receives US DOE Award for DC Fast Charger

BorgWarner will team up with American-made supplier partners for a 36-month project.

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Snap-On’s New Software Release Offers Diagnostic Depth

Every day when they power on, technicians can perform simpler and smarter fixes that lead to complete repairs and very satisfied customers.

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Autolite Reveals Home Garage Renovation Sweepstakes Winner

Sharon Ashmore of Stanley, NC, was selected in a random drawing to win the garage makeover worth more than $10,000.

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While there are numerous components that make up “landed costs,” duties, taxes and tariffs are a huge factor and can often be a detriment to global trade, says Thomas Cook, managing director at Blue Tiger International.

All companies engaged in the global supply chain seek to lower the “landed costs” on their goods in imports and exports sales, purchasing and operations.

While there are numerous components that make up “landed costs,” duties, taxes and tariffs are a huge factor and can often be a detriment to global trade.

ASE President Releases April Message

New ASE Chairman Tom Trisdale says 2024 is a year of action for ASE as the challenges of repairing vehicles and the pressures facing technicians have never been greater.

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Goodyear Names New Americas Unit President

Ryan Waldron joined Goodyear in 2003, serving in leadership roles in finance and supply chain for multiple North America business areas.

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Bartec TPMS Announces Addition to Field Service Team

Joe Miller has been involved in the automotive industry his entire career, starting in the family automotive shop, and over the years working his way through all the shop positions.

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Grote Names Star Safety Technologies’ Regional Sales Manager

Gunther Hochapfel brings more than 18 years of experience in the safety and warning technology industry to the company.

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Standard Motor Products Introduces 268 New Numbers

The release provides new coverage in 75 product categories and 80 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, SMP said.

VIPAR HD Announces Latin America Expansion Plans

Plans include focusing on new locations, stockholders, and suppliers to serve the growing market.

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Preparing for the ‘End Game’

Endgame strategies, Tartaglione explains, encompass the owner’s objectives for the business, including passing it on to the next generation, selling to a competitor or bringing in a financial partner.

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MAHLE Releases 2023 Sustainability Report

MAHLE noted it made significant progress in reducing its CO2 emissions, and increasing the use of renewable electricity.

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