Award-Winning 2018 Brake Parts Catalog Available
Centric Parts is releasing the 2018 edition of their award-winning 2018 brake parts catalog.
JohnDow Introduces Dynamic TPMS Programmable Solution
JohnDow Industries’ Dynamic division has introduced its new programmable sensor solution, the DVT Pro-Select system to add to the brands growing selection of TPMS products and tools.
University of the Aftermarket Foundation Elects Officers, Trustees for 2017
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation elected its officers and trustees for 2017 during a vote at its annual board of trustees meeting. Officers elected for 2017 include: • Chairman – Timothy Lee, MAAP, chairman of Lang Distributing • Senior Vice Chairman – John R. Washbish, MAAP, president and CEO of the Aftermarket Auto Parts
SEMA Pre-Show: MAM Software Demonstrating VAST Software Updates
MAM Software Inc. will be demonstrating its latest products and services, including the recently updated VAST (version 8.2) POS system, at its booth (#40145) at the 2016 SEMA Show. Recent enhancements to VAST include integration with MyCARFAX, Epicor’s Lasercat3 catalog, and improvements to vTire lookup. Plus, a new feature for selling lifetime service warranties and
Super Support: Manufacturer and Dealer Marketing Programs
Dealers looking to assemble business support have their pick of tire manufacturer and dealer marketing groups. Here’s a rundown of the marketing programs that can provide dealerships superhero support. ATD Name of dealer program: ATDServiceBay Website: atdservicebay.com What the program offers: The ATDServiceBay program is grouped into “Bays,” similar to the way a tire dealer may
From the Inside: What Service Parts Sellers See
Vehicle service and repair is a huge part of the revenue and profit equation for independent retail tire dealers. But how much do dealers really know about those companies and groups that provide the parts and information that help them succeed in delivering outstanding auto service? Recently, Mark Phillips, editor of Counterman, a sister publication
New Features Added to TireMaster Software
ASA Automotive Systems announced new features to its TireMaster software with the latest release of the Epicor Integrated Service Estimator (ISE). The Web-based Epicor ISE enables users to capture parts and labor information needed to estimate and complete common automotive repairs, the company said. The software provides access to the Epicor PartExpert and also provides
Andreoli & Associates Updates System for More Accurate Payments
Andreoli & Associates, a point-of-sale provider, plans to integrate Merchant Partners payment processing in its cloud-based HITS BPOS. This allows Andreoli customers to electronically process payments for every type of credit card, debit card, check and several tire manufacturers’ cards within the point-of-sale, eliminating duplicate data entry, which improves accuracy. “The integration eliminates the need
Moving Parts Online
Selling your inventory on eBay Motors (motors.ebay.com) used to be a painstaking process. You needed to type every part’s line code and other specifications individually online and then post it for auction or direct sale. For Jeff Kleckner, operations manager at Meyers Auto Parts (meyersautoparts.com), a three-location retail aftermarket chain in Las Vegas, the process
Chevy, GMC Truck Models Added to E-Catalog
ACDelco has added part numbers for medium duty Chevrolet and GMC truck models to its e-catalog offerings. The move gives distributors, fleets and independent service centers – including ACDelco Professional Service Center program participants – improved access to replacement parts for more than 40 Chevrolet and GMC medium-duty models. Epicor, WHI and WIP e-catalogs will