The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) has awarded hundreds of scholarships to students for the upcoming school year. In all, 378 scholarships totalling $640,250 were given out. A complete list of scholarship recipients can be found at AutomotiveScholarships.com/scholarship-alumni. Scholarships…
With the retirement of Jürgen Buchert at the end of this year, TecAlliance announced Peter van der Galiën will take over as chief executive officer. Buchert will retire after 22 years. An announcement noted van der Galiën has many years…
Several new faces a joining the board of directors at the Automotive Communications Council as changes were announced for the 2023-2024 year. At the top will be some familiar faces. Shawn Collins, founder of the Extend Group, will serve as…
Denso Products and Services Americas has added new names and familiar faces to its management team. Michael Small has been promoted to senior manager of national accounts sales and marketing. He has been with Denso for 11 years, most recently…
Tire distributor Groupe Touchette announced it has acquired Fastco Canada, which designs, manufactures and distributes alloy wheels. In an announcement, Groupe Touchette said the deal will allow it to expand its customer service offering and give Fastco greater access to…
Thomas Litzinger has been named industry chair of aftermarket education at Northwood University. He will provide strategic leadership for the full range of aftermarket education, from professional development and training to bachelor’s and master’s degrees. “Dr. Thomas Litzinger has already…
Auto Care Association, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers criticize deal they say has holes and lacks teeth
Mohawk College handed out Alumni of Distinction Awards recently and a Hamilton-area shop owner was recognized. Scott Eccles, owner of Eccles Auto Service in Dundas, Ontario, was one of 10 recipients of the award. It recognizes “outstanding Mohawk graduates for…
If you have customers who bought or leased a new vehicle between the late 1990s and the middle of the last decade, they could claim compensation through a series of class action lawsuits that will see pay outs following an…
Tire Pressure Monitoring System manufacturers want to remind automotive service professionals to keep their tools up to date. Along with the Tire Industry Association, ATEQ, Bartec, Continental and Schrader have launched a public service campaign called “Update Your TPMS Tools!”…
Tom Amero has been appointed as director of operations at Elite Worldwide. Elite provides training, coaching and consulting services for auto repair shop owners and managers. The company’s announcement said that “Amero’s extensive experience and strong leadership qualities make him…
Engine Rebuilders Inc. (ERI) is welcoming Bill Hay as its new president. He will move into the position on July 4, ERI chairman Rick Miller said in an announcement, which further highlighted Hay’s experience in leadership roles and with various…