Groups Donate $50,000 to University of the Aftermarket Foundation
The Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) and the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) have announced matching $25,000 contributions to the University of the Aftermarket Foundation to be used specifically to support additional scholarships for students interested in careers in the aftermarket. “I am extremely pleased with AWDA’s and AAIA’s willingness to step up and vigorously
Four Named to Tire Industry Hall of Fame
The Tire Industry Association announced the inductees of the 2012 Tire Industry Hall of Fame, as well as two recipients of the Ed Wagner Industry Leadership Award.
Universal Technical Institute Founder Dies at 87
Robert Sweet, founder of education company Universal Technical Institute Inc., died on July 9 at the age of 87.
Driving Program Expands With Help of Continental
Continental Tire the Americas has donated $25,000 for scholarships to the “Alive at 25” safe driving course for high school students in South Carolina.
Michelin/TIA Scholarship Deadline Looms
TIA announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Michelin/TIA Scholarships. The scholarship program is open to part-time employees and dependent children of full-time employees of TIA member tire dealers. The application deadline for the 2012 program is Monday, Feb. 6. Interested applicants can find information and apply online by visiting the TIA Facebook
Live at SEMA: TIA Sees Membership and GTE Growth
TIA reported increases in membership, a strengthened financial base, and significant rises in GTE show attendance and exhibitors.
3Q Tool Scholarship Winners Named
Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper announced the third quarter recipients for its tool scholarships, which help technicians obtain the tools of their trade so they can better assist their customers and the certified service centers where they work. During 2011, a $500 and $250 award is given each quarter. Recipients for the third quarter
Bridgestone Safety Scholars Teen Video Finalists Set
Ten finalists have been selected in the Bridgestone Americas Safety Scholars video contest, and now the public will have the chance to vote for their favorite teen driver-created video. Chosen from 1,466 total entries, the top 10 finalists’ videos will be posted at safetyscholars.com July 11-29 for online voting. The creator of the video that
Michelin/TIA Scholarship Deadline Approaching
TIA reminds members that the deadline to apply for the annual Michelin/TIA Scholarship Program is Mar. 1. Scholarships are open to part-time employees and dependent children of full-time employees of TIA member tire dealers. A total of $5,000 will be awarded to three recipients. Interested applicants can find complete information and apply online by visiting
Michelin/TIA Scholarship Deadline Approaching
The deadline for the 2011 Michelin/TIA Scholarship, awarded to part-time employees and dependent children of full-time employees of TIA member tire dealers, is March 1. A total of $5,000 will be awarded to three recipients. Since the program’s inception in 1995, more than $200,000 worth of scholarships have been awarded to college students across the