The Politics of Being a Tire Dealer
And as a tire dealer, you have far more political expertise and influence than you may realize. From serving on boards and councils locally to speaking on industry issues before the House and Senate – even running for office – tire dealers have a reputation for getting involved.
Did Politics, Law Kill Michelin Expansion Plans?
Nova Scotia Conservative Party leader Jamie Baillie claims Michelin North America canceled plans to expand its Waterville, N.S., plant because of a pro-labor law adopted in the province last year.
Politics, Economy Force Automechanika Thailand to Postpone
Show organizer Messe Frankfurt has announced that Automechanika Thailand, scheduled for March 2010, has been postponed.
Tanzanian Plantation Politics
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Members of the Tanzanian Parliamentary Committee for Investment have called on the government to transfer ownership of the Muheza Rubber Plantation in Tanga Region to General Tyre factory in Arusha to raise rubber production and create more job opportunities.
Continental Celebrates Corporate HQ Opening
The new European Continental campus is comprised of six buildings.
AAPEX Keynote Speakers Discuss Elections, State of Aftermarket
AAPEX 2022 kicked off Nov. 1 with a keynote discussion between political icon, James Carville, and political strategist, Karl Rove, who provided their points and counterpoints on this year’s midterm elections. The discussion was moderated by Ann Wilson, senior vice president of government affairs, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), and Lisa Foshee, senior vice
AAPEX Show 2022: Full List of Events, Locations for Networking
At this year’s AAPEX Show, the Auto Care Association will open different locations and host several events for attendees. The organization encourages attendees to meet its staff and get the most out of the AAPEX experience at the following event locations. For more information about event registration, click here. Auto Care Association Member Center Times
MotoRad CEO Matt Buchholz: ‘Pride is Unproductive’
At 17, Matt Buchholz, now CEO of MotoRad, got his first job turning wrenches and along the way discovered what he describes as “a passion for high levels of customer service.” In this drive to meet the needs of customers while building his career and developing his leadership skills, Buchholz shares that he sought out
AAPEX 2022 Announces Keynote Speakers
AAPEX announced that political consultant James Carville and political strategist Karl Rove will participate in a keynote discussion at this year’s event for the global automotive aftermarket industry. The keynote discussion, “Differing Opinions Discuss the 2022 Midterms and Beyond,” will be held on Nov. 1. With AAPEX taking place the week before the 2022 midterm
Catalytic Converter Theft: How it Can Affect Your Shop
In the past six months, we have seen a dramatic rise in catalytic converter thefts. Criminals are using lithium-ion battery-powered reciprocating saws to cut the catalytic converters out of vehicles. Criminals are not stealing them for replacement value because it is illegal to install a used catalytic converter unless it’s tested by the Environmental Protection
