ASA Notes Babcox Among Latest Associate Member Renewals
Babcox Media, publisher of Tire Review magazine, was among a group of some two dozen companies that renewed their associate memberships with the Automotive Service Association. Among the companies re-upping with ASA were Tire Review partner AskPatty.com, Babcox Media unit Automotive Video Inc., and aftermarket suppliers ACDelco, 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division, Robert Bosch, Carquest, Denso,
More Dialogue Needed to Sort Out Tire Repair, Used Tire Legislation
There has been a little discussion (see First Off, February 2012) about the concept of legislation, introduced by the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), in reference to forcing all tire repair facilities to perform proper tire repairs and the impact of existing and/or new repairs to used tires intended for sale. This proposed legislative remedy would
2011 AIA Import Product and Marketing Award Winners
The Auto International Association (AIA) announced the recipients of the 2011 AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards. The awards recognize products and marketing programs designed to serve the import aftermarket industry. The winners were honored during the recent Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, Nev. The 2011 winners included: • Best Overall Import
AMRA, USAP Coalition Respond to FTC on Warranty Act
The Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) announced its support of the Uniform Standards in Automotive Products (USAP) Coalition’s response to the Federal Trade Commission regarding its request for public comment concerning potential changes in the interpretations of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. AMRA, a member of the USAP Coalition, said it supports comments submitted by
Manufacturers Sue to Stop NLRB Posting Requirement Rule
NAM has filed a lawsuit to stop the National Labor Relations Board from moving forward with its “posting requirement” rule.
Downsized Car Dealer Reinvents Himself With a Tire Dealership
his. Poulin described GM closing his franchise as, "A horrible thing to go through, yet it strengthened me a lot." He explains his resolve this way: “I’m a young guy, I’m 46 years old. People told me you’re going to come back. Their support strengthened me. I chose to be the victor and not the
AirSept Releases A/C Suction Filter Plates
AirSept’s new Compressor Guard A/C suction filter plates expand coverage of compressors used for GM ’93-’08 car and truck, Dodge truck ’94-’05 and Chrysler minivan ’01-’08 applications (including some Denso and Sanden series). The filters protect compressor installations from failed compressor debris that can stay in the A/C system (even after flushing) and help prevent
TIA Seeks Member Support of 1099 Repeal
The Tire Industry Association is urging its members and other tire industry professionals to call their U.S. senators and ask they support H.R. 4 – which the association said would "repeal the burdensome and costly Form 1099 reporting provision" passed as part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act – and to vote against
Auto Parts Maker Donates to Chile Relief
Japan’s Denso Corp. has donated 1 million yen (approximately $11,000) to aid recovery and rebuilding efforts in earthquake stricken Chile. "We express our deepest sympathy to all those affected by the earthquake in Chile," the company said in a statement.
Doubling Pre Tax Profits, Euro Car Parts Thinks Big
Aftermarket parts supplier Euro Car Parts has reported pre-tax profits of over £17 million in 2009, two and a half times the £6.6 million figure it reported in 2008. According to the company, this has been achieved through partnerships with many leading original equipment brands. In 2009, ECP entered into a long-term agreement, which added