Executive Interview with Tom Tecklenburg, Director, Global Automotive Aftermarket, Distribution and Services, Timken
Join us as Tecklenburg discusses Timken’s global business strategy and the e-business initiatives that help the company stay ahead of the game.
U.S. Auto Parts Network Announces Acquisition of Auto Information and Advice Website
U.S. Auto Parts Network, an online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, has entered into an agreement to purchase certain assets of SmartTrac Inc. related to a website that provides information on the purchasing, caring for and repairing automobiles.
Manufacturer-Driven IT Solutions Slated for Discussion at MIS Council Fall Conference
Representatives of three automotive parts manufacturers will discuss how information technology (IT) innovations have helped their companies realize supply chain improvements and profitability on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the MIS Council Fall Conference in Marco Island, Fla. The Fall Conference program on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 14, will be devoted to manufacturer IT innovations.
Datalliance to Acquire and Manage HDeXchange
Datalliance, an independent provider of vendor managed inventory (VMI) and other e-commerce services, has acquired the assets of HDeXchange Inc. (HDX), a provider of e-commerce solutions to the heavy duty truck parts supply chain. Datalliance will assume control of all activities related to both HDeXchange, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, HDX Services. HDX will maintain its name and full suite of services, but with the financial backing of Datalliance.
The Week in Review (Aug. 18-22, 2008)
By Amy Antenora The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says "News Archives" at the
Uni-Select’s Brent Windom to Speak at 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference
Brent Windom, vice president of marketing and product management for Uni-Select USA, will present his company’s technology strategies during a "Customer Spotlight" at the 2008 MIS Council Fall Conference Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Marco Island, Fla. Windom will discuss Uni-Select’s technology environment, current e-commerce projects and future technology initiatives, especially in light of Uni-Select’s recent acquisitions of Parts Depot and Beck/Arnley.
AAEQ Appoints Mark Moore as National Sales Director of EngineQuest
AAEQ, parent company to EngineQuest (EQ), has announced the appointment of Mark Moore as national sales director for the company’s highly specialized engine parts division. Moore brings to this senior level position more than a decade of experience in the automotive industry and 27 years of management and sales experience.
Fristoe Named CCAR President and COO; Stewart Named EVP
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR) has announced new leadership for the organization’s staff, based at its headquarters in Overland Park, Kan. Daren Fristoe has been named CCAR’s new president and chief operating officer. Robert Stewart, who previously served as CCAR president, has been appointed to the position of executive vice president.
Aftermarket eForum Will Wrap Up with Breakout Sessions on Solutions to Tech Challenges
BETHESDA, Md. – The 2008 Aftermarket eForum will conclude Wednesday morning, July 16, with three concurrent breakout sessions with a focus on solutions to technology challenges that aftermarket companies are facing. The breakout sessions topics will focus on manufacturers implementing service-oriented architecture (SOA), a practical discussion on industry standards and technology compliance, and a primer
Cooling Parts Southeast Completes 2008 Expansion Plan
Cooling Parts Southeast has completed its 2008 expansion initiative with the opening of its 46th branch warehouse in Jackson, Miss., this month. Starting with just four locations in 2005, the company has added 36 branches during 2007 and 2008. With this year’s growth phase accomplished, Cooling Parts Southeast‘s corporate footprint extends throughout nine Southern states. The company is the largest privately held distributor of auto air conditioning and heat transfer products in the United States.