Parts Suppliers Comment on NHTSA Proposal
Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has weighed in on NHTSA product marking recommendations for imported vehicles and vehicle part.
Supplier Groups Join Forces on Counterfeiting
MEMA has joined with CLEPA, the European association of automotive suppliers, and the Japan Auto Parts Industries Association (JAPIA) to address counterfeiting and intellectual property rights violations (IPR) in the global automotive industry.
Business Outlook Less Than Rosy, With Some Pockets of Optimism
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has announced the results of a recent member survey showing that suppliers expect business to look a little less than rosy for the automotive aftermarket this year.
Direct Importing: Do the Risks Outweigh the Reward?
(Akron/Tire Review) MEMA recently issued a special report dealing with the direct importation of automotive parts – including tires.
NHTSA Officer to Address Globally-Sourced Parts at APPEX
(Akron/Tire Review) Dan Smith, associate administrator for enforcement for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), will address the risks and hidden costs associated with global sourcing of automotive aftermarket parts during the upcoming APPEX Show.
PAACE Automechanika 2007: Not an Ordinary Trade Show
(Akron/Tire Review) Last week, many North American automotive aftermarket professionals – including myself – packed their bags for Mexico City and the annual PAACE Automechanika trade show.
Parts Suppliers Applaud Senate Action Defeating Card Check Bill
(Akron/Tire Review) The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers’ Association applauded the Senate’s defeat of H.R. 800/S. 1041, the Employee Free Choice Act, or card check bill, on June 26.
University of the Aftermarket Offers New Workshops
(Akron/Tire Review) The University of the Aftermarket is sponsoring three new industry-specific business management and personal skills workshops next month.
New HDMA’s Truck Maintenance Study Now Available
(Akron/Tire Review) The 2007 Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance in the USA, the recently concluded Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association’s annual research study, is now available.
AASA Promotes Spera
(Akron/Tire Review) Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has promoted Theresa Spera to director of marketing and member services.