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Aftermarket Websites Adds ‘Pro’ Level Tier of Service
PRO customers get exclusive search, data, email, and customization tools…
There’s No Substitute for Hands-On Training
An investment in proper business training can pay for itself…
ZF Aftermarket Earns Partslife Environmental Award
The company’s new dry powder coating adhesive for brake pads does not use organic solvents…
Stertil-Koni Vice President of Sales Retires
Jim Sylvester had spent 21 years at the company…
AAPEX 2019 Announces New Product and Packaging Showcase Winners
AAPEX 2019 announced the winners of the New Product and New Packaging Showcases during the show last week at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. The AAPEX New Product Showcase is the launchpad for products making their debut at this year’s event. Entries were judged electronically by pre-registered buyers who viewed the products in the… Continue reading AAPEX 2019 Announces New Product and Packaging Showcase Winners
Techs Rock Awards Nominations Now Open
The awards celebrate the nation’s most accomplished technicians…
The Next Great Frontier in Automotive Education
In early 2015, Anthony Williams had a dream—a very vivid dream. In it, the Colorado resident, who at the time was an automotive teacher in real life, walked through a futuristic high school. There, students were learning not just automotive skills, but simultaneously studying core subjects, like English, math, science, and history as well. He… Continue reading The Next Great Frontier in Automotive Education
Yukon Gear & Axle Announces New Authorized Master Installer Program
The three-day program will educate installers on drivetrain products and installation…
AkzoNobel’s Carbeat Bodyshop Workflow System Gets Patent
The system allows managers, technicians and third parties to track the progress on a project…
Keystone Automotive Operations Launches Jobber and Installer Friendly E-commerce Website PartsVia.com
The site will gives consumers the option of at-home delivery or in-store pick-up…
SEMA Report: Automotive Parts Retail Stores Still Thriving
Eighty-three percent of retailers have reported stable or growing sales…
The Risks of Project Vehicle Sponsorship
With the SEMA Show right around the corner, the industry tachometer will be in the red zone. Manufacturers will be releasing new products, retail buyers will be eager to learn about the hottest trends and car builders will show the world what is possible, as the show venue is the perfect environment to excite consumer… Continue reading The Risks of Project Vehicle Sponsorship
Keystone Automotive Launches Exclusive Interactive Garage Integration
The program serves as a virtual custom vehicle build visualizer…
Restyling: Finding the Right Formula Will Lead to Sales
The SEMA PRO (Professional Restylers Organization) Council is putting four restylers to the test this year in the Inaugural PRO Cup Challenge, a new competition that will see the participants judged on their ability to put together a marketable, creative and replicable build. The four PRO Council members—Brandon McNew, Altered Garage; Cristina Jorge, Specialty Automotive Treatments; Josh Poulson, Auto Additions; and Dino… Continue reading Restyling: Finding the Right Formula Will Lead to Sales