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E-tailing boom on the horizon
December 12, 2018 by Adam Malik

Jobbers that haven’t moved into the electronic retail space better lace up their boots because it’s expected to take off in the next year. The trend of buying aftermarket products online is increasing at a growth rate of three times…

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New wheel sensors from Continental
December 12, 2018 by Adam Malik

Continental has brought in ATE Wheel Speed Sensors that are genuine OE parts. The sensors detect rotational direction for hill start assist and park assist systems, as well as provide wheel speed inputs to ABS, TCS, and ESC control systems.…

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ACDelco launches new online training courses
December 12, 2018 by Allan Janssen

ACDelco has added a series of new web-based training courses to its training web site. The new courses are available exclusively to program member customers. This is in addition to the hundreds of online training courses available for program members…

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Airtex-ASC adds account manager
December 11, 2018 by Adam Malik

Trevor Lilovich has joined Airex-ASC as an account manager. He joins the company from Bake Parts Inc. where he partnered with distributor customers to develop mutually profitable relationships. He has also held positions at Valvoline and Hertz. “We are pleased…

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Valeo launches new line of wiper blades
December 11, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Valeo has launched a new all-in-one wiper blade solution. The Titanium features Valeo’s latest technology including the patented Pyramid beam blade design with Tec2 rubber formula.  The pyramid design creates three-point air flow control for even pressure and optimal windshield…

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Permatex names new VP and GM
December 10, 2018 by Adam Malik

Lee Burtelson has been named the new vice president and general manager for engine repair in the automotive aftermarket group at Permatex. Burtelson was previously vice president of strategic marketing for the ITW fluids platform. He’s been with ITW since…

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New AAE gearboxes for Ford
December 10, 2018 by Adam Malik

Premature failure of gearboxes in some Ford trucks can be prevented in the latest product release from CRP Automotive. Its new line of AAE Steering Gear Boxes for popular Ford truck applications feature larger, case-hardened shafts and oversized bearings for…

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YES Committee brings holiday cheer
December 7, 2018 by Adam Malik

The Young Executive Society Committee hosted its second Holiday Networking Reception in Toronto recently. Held at Baro Food + Drink in downtown Toronto, 55 people came out for a few hours after work to meet up with industry friends and…

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ACDelco launches final ‘Brakeathon’ promo
December 7, 2018 by Adam Malik

A new promotion from ACDelco for December is focusing on its Professional and Advantage friction parts. Once registered, participating Canadian repair facilities can earn an exclusive long sleeve t-shirt and a chance to win an ACDelco parts shopping spree and…

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Mahle Motorsport names new marketing manager
December 6, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Joe Maylish has been hired to lead the marketing department of Mahle Motorsport, the North American motorsports division of automotive parts and equipment company Mahle. He will be based in the company’s headquarters in Fletcher, N.C. Maylish worked most recently…

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Wakefield creates new sales divisions
December 6, 2018 by Adam Malik

Wakefield Canada has announced the creation of two new and separate sales divisions. The Canadian manufacturer and distributor of Castrol will have Shannon Spano will lead the consumer sales division, while Hasan Zobairi will oversee commercial and industrial sales. The…

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Akebono names Cota national sales manager
December 6, 2018 by Adam Malik

Akebono Brake Corporation has promoted Borise Cota to national sales manager for the Michigan-based company’s North American aftermarket operations. He spent the last 18 years leading the western region and overseeing the Canadian market. “Borise’s aftermarket experience, technological knowledge, history…