AAPEXedu Adds New Partners, Sessions
New partners and sessions are coming to 2017 AAPEXedu to offering attendees an expanded education lineup on the automotive aftermarket in a high-tech world.
AAPEX 2017 Registration Open
Online registration is now open for AAPEX 2017, scheduled for Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas.
Auto Care Association’s Register to Discuss Telematics at AAPEX
Joe Register, director of emerging technologies for the Auto Care Association, will present “An Aftermarket Solution to the Telematics Issue,” at AAPEX’s “Let’s Tech” program – located on the Level Two Lobby of the Sands Expo Center on Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. During his talk, Register will discuss vehicle telematics and a technical solution
Trico Celebrating 100-Year Anniversary at AAPEX
Trico Products Corp. is kicking off its 100-year anniversary celebration early at AAPEX. “While our 100th Year Anniversary officially begins next year, AAPEX serves as the perfect opportunity to kick-start the milestone celebration,” said Dawn Gonzalez, brand manager at Trico Products Corp. “This is one of the largest automotive aftermarket events in the world, and
Bartec Tech400Pro Wins Three Awards
Bartec USA’s Tech400Pro TPMS scan tool has won three prestigious product awards. The Tech400Pro recently took home the Top 20 Tool award from Motor Magazine, the Top 10 Products award from Undercar Digest and the People’s Choice award from PTEN. “This just confirms what we and our many customers already know, the Tech400Pro is the
Mitchell 1 Kicks Off Facebook Sweepstakes to Win AAPEX/SEMA Trip
Mitchell 1 has launched its “Fabulous Las Vegas Sweepstakes” on Facebook, giving participants the chance to win an all-expense paid trip to attend the SEMA Show and AAPEX. “As a way to thank our Facebook fans, we wanted to give one lucky winner the opportunity to join us in Las Vegas for four exciting days
ASA, AVI Offering Training During AAPEX 2016
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and AVI are offering two days of management and technical training during AAPEX 2016 on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas. The ASA management training for automotive repair shop owners, managers and service advisers will cover topics such as “Maintenance Profit Master,” “Strategies for
Former CIA, NSA Director Michael Hayden to Speak at AAPEX 2016
Retired four-star General Michael Hayden, former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA), will speak at the AAPEX 2016 General Session taking place on Wednesday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. at the Venetian in Las Vegas. During his address, Hayden will dissect political situations in hot
AAPEX 2015 Reports Growth, Expanded Reach
For the second consecutive year, organizers of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) reported attendance increases in several target buyer categories, with independent garages showing the largest growth at nearly 43%. Significant increases also were reported in the target buyer categories of auto parts retailers, warehouse distributors, including auto parts, import parts specialists and program
Wagner Releases New Brake Pads
Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Wagner brand has introduced a line of premium replacement brake pads – the Wagner OEx Brake Pads – for light trucks, sport utility vehicles and crossovers. The new brake pads include reduced rotor wear and dusting as well as up to two times longer pad life. Additionally, the pads can help consumers stop
Tire Dealer Wins Female Shop Owner of the Year
Pamela Gatto, president of Gatto’s Tires & Auto Service, has won the Car Care Council Women’s Board’s 2015 Female Shop Owner of the Year award. She will be presented the award during the Women’s Board press conference and receptions Nov. 3 at AAPEX. The Female Shop Owner of the Year award is given to an
Northwood University to Honor Industry Leaders
Northwood University will honor seven industry leaders and supporters of educational initiatives and learning with the Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Awards. Recipients will receive their awards on Nov. 3 during AAPEX 2015 in conjunction with the Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP)/Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) graduation luncheon, at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. “Recipients of