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We’re on the cusp of an EV boom, analysts agree
May 23, 2019 by Adam Malik

Challenge will fall to repairers to understand the different drivetrain technologies.

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MiX program allows senior executives to learn from millennials
May 23, 2019 by Renee Montague

The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) is giving industry veterans an opportunity to learn from the younger generation. Its Modern Industy eXpertise (MiX) council has launched an Executive Partnership Program which uses a ‘reverse mentoring’ model to focus on the perspective…

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Women’s group now accepting nominations for annual awards
May 23, 2019 by Renee Montague

Women in Auto Care is now accepting nominations for the many 2019 Women of the Year Awards that will be handed out this fall. Deadline for nominations is July 1. Categories include, “Auto Care Woman of the Year,” “Female Shop…

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GPC to acquire the balance of Australia-based parts distributor
May 22, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Genuine Parts Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 65 percent stake of Inenco Group, headquartered in Sydney, Australia. The company previously purchased a 35 percent stake in Inenco in spring 2017, and held the opportunity…

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AirSept filter finds air cabin solution, earns patent
May 22, 2019 by Renee Montague

AirSept has been granted a patent for its OEM-approved GM Retrofit Cabin Air Filter. GM built full-size pickup trucks and SUVs are built with a cavity for cabin air filters (CAFs) but no CAFs are installed. “It is impossible to…

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Winhere’s Russ Barker to be new director of sales
May 22, 2019 by Renee Montague

Aftermarket industry veteran Russ Barker has been named the new director of sales at Winhere Brake Parts, Inc. Barker has spent 26 years in the automotive aftermarket industry, is a member of the Automotive Sales Council and served on AWDA’s…

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COMMENTARY: Time For An Industry Makeover
May 22, 2019 by Adam Malik

Your customers don’t need a new Johnson Rod. They need a better preventive maintenance strategy!

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The more things change? Spark Plugs
May 21, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Our latest walk down memory lane takes a look at how the manufacturing and marketing of spark plugs has changed over the years. May 2019: Spark Plugs March 2019: Invoicing Systems The more things change? Take a look back at…

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Networking and golf offered at YPA conference
May 21, 2019 by Renee Montague

Young Professionals of the Aftermarket (YPA) are invited to enjoy a conference and networking morning followed by a round of golf on June 18. The event, organized by the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s YPA group, will be held at…

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Mahle completes integration of Behr Hella Services
May 21, 2019 by Renee Montague

Mahle Aftermarket is officially bringing Behr Hella Services in-house after purchasing the cooling and AC business last summer. According to a press release from Mahle, all Behr Hella Services will be transferred to Mahle starting Jan. 1. The company says…

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Aftermarket view on telematics posted on NY Times opinion pages
May 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Bill Hanvey, president and CEO of the Auto Care Association, wants consumers to know how smart modern vehicles are, and why they need to care about who it’s talking to. In an opinion piece published in the New York Times…

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Randy Moore discusses new book in ASW “Deep Dive” video
May 20, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Former Mister Transmission president and CEO Randy Moore sat down with Auto Service World editor Allan Janssen recently to discuss his book “Fly Free.” The inspiring tale of a motivational speaker who never misses an opportunity to dispense good advice…