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ZF campaign draws wide ranging submissions
September 19, 2019 by Allan Janssen

ZF Aftermarket says its campaign to have customers share pictures on social media of them using ZF products has grown in unexpected ways. Apparently, purchasers of their automotive replacement parts include a significant number of non-professionals. The company’s #ItsAboutThePart campaign…

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Brake Parts Inc. names new vice president of sales
September 18, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Jake Wegner has been named vice president of sales for Brake Parts Inc LLC (BPI). Paul Ferrandino, chief commercial officer for BPI, said Jake is an experienced and innovative sales management executive who will make a positive impact with the…

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Hunter Engineering reaches manufacturing milestone
September 18, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Hunter produced its 30,000 RX Scissor Lift Rack in July at the company’s Durant, Mississippi plant. “We are extremely proud to reach this milestone,” said Durant plant manager Wayne Bowling. “While we know others have offshored similar products, Hunter keeps…

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Record turn-out for the Alliance’s Sales & Marketing Forum
September 17, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Nearly 150 sales and marketing professionals from four different countries descended upon San Antonio for the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.’s seventh annual Sales & Marketing Forum Sept. 11. “It’s been incredible to watch this event grow from 30 people…

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LexisNexis Risk Solutions launches ‘Recall Clarity’
September 13, 2019 by Allan Janssen

LexisNexis Risk Solutions has launched a new service designed to track down the owners of vehicles with safety-related recalls. Recall Clarity is designed to enable identification, location, and notifications to current owners. LexisNexis Risk Solutions says the service will address…

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Registration opens for MACS 2020
September 12, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Registration is now open for the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) 40th anniversary training event and trade show. The MACS ACcess show will be held Feb. 19-22, 2020 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn. Attendees…

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Global Brake Safety Council seeks nominations for key position
September 12, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Scott Lambert’s term as chairman of the Global Brake Safety Council (GBSC) ends at the end of this week. Nominations are now being accepted to fill the position. “Scott has set the course for the GBSC to be a true…

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CATEGORY FOCUS: Ignition and starting
September 12, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Recently released products in the ignition and starting space include spark plug boots from Design Engineering; a new line of automotive sensors from NTK; a new performance products catalogue from E3; and new alternators and starters from Robert Bosch. Welcome…

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‘Installation’ video wins $5000 from Cardone
September 11, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Cardone has awarded $5,000 to a freelance videographer from Henrico, Virginia for a video he produced featuring the installation of an under-the-hood or under-the-car part. It was the culmination of Cardone’s “installation video competition,” which attracted a great number of…

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ATEQ appoints new sales manager
September 10, 2019 by Allan Janssen

ATEQ TPMS Tools has appointed Dennis Flanery as its new sales manager. Flanery’s new responsibilities include managing TPMS sales, accounts, support and training as well as attending trade shows in the United States. He will work closely with the TPMS…

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Groupe Del Vasto raises $41,000 for charity
September 10, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Nearly 170 golfers helped raise $40,100 for charity at Groupe Del Vasto’s Annual Golf Tournament on Aug. 21. The funds, raised through registrations, a silent auction, and generous sponsorships from automotive suppliers, will be donated to charitable organizations, including the…

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YouTube channel to test Shell Rotella gas-truck engine oil
September 10, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Shell Rotella Gas Truck Engine Oil is being put to the ultimate test in a video series produced by YouTube Channel The Fast Lane Truck. The Shell Rotella Gas Truck Torture Tests is a five-part series showcasing some of the…