Dayco Bolsters its Aftermarket Expertise
Dayco, an engine products and drive systems specialist for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, has added aftermarket expertise in product management, engineering and sales with five new hires. Fernando Montano joins Dayco as regional sales manager; Brent Cressman as regional business development manager, Heavy Duty; Jon Crawford as product manager, Hydraulics; and Cody Colter and
Standard Motor Products Names Dave Illes Director of Sales, Heavy-Duty Aftermarket
Standard Motor Products, Inc. has announced Dave Illes has joined the company as director of sales for the heavy-duty aftermarket. Illes joins Standard Motor Products with more than 25 years of experience in the heavy-duty and automotive aftermarket industries, most recently serving as director of sales and marketing, North American Aftermarket for Lumileds LLC, a
NGK Spark Plugs Receives Aftermarket Award
NGK Spark Plugs has been named the brand with the highest increase in U.S. market share in the maintenance and repair super category as part of The NPD Group’s 2020 Automotive Aftermarket Performance Awards. The NPD Group’s automotive aftermarket division announced its second annual industry performance awards on November 3, 2020. Awards were given to
Premium Guard Inc. Acquires Aftermarket Filters Business from Tenneco
Premium Guard Inc. (PGI), a leader in automotive aftermarket filters, has purchased Tenneco’s global aftermarket filters business in Mexico. The announcement was made by Anan Bishara, CEO and President of PGI, who noted that the acquisition, which was finalized on October 31, 2020, includes Tenneco’s manufacturing facility in Tultitlan, Mexico, operations, the Interfil and Engine
Talking Shop – Ted Hughes of MAHLE Aftermarket
Ted Hughes, director of marketing for MAHLE Aftermarket, gave us some insight into what got him into the aftermarket and why he loves it so much.
Cloyes Grows its Aftermarket Catalog
The growth in VIO coverage is due to the addition of 76 timing drive system kit and component part numbers to its catalog.
Continental Strengthens Its North American Automotive Aftermarket Channel
On the heels of its recent acquisition of CRP Industries’ Continental’s North American automotive aftermarket business has now the capability to provide a full complement of belt, kit and hose products and services to all its aftermarket channels. “We already have a strong position in the retail channel and a strong all-makes program for the
Automotive Aftermarket Sales Surge Online
The aftermarket is having a surge in online sales, with a sales spike the week of April 12-18, according to Hedges & Company data. This surge set all-time sales records and appears to be continuing into the week of April 19. This shows parts and accessories sales continue to grow online, accelerated by the Coronavirus
Specialty Aftermarket Industry Largely Open for Business
The majority of businesses in the specialty automotive industry continues to operate during the Coronavirus pandemic. Even with “shelter in place” rules in effect in many states, more than two-thirds of industry businesses have not closed any of their facilities during this time. The findings are from a survey of SEMA member companies conducted April
Video: PennGrade Motor Oil and Aftermarket Additives
Lubricants are a precise balance of base oils and additives that work in a synergistic fashion. Ken Tyger of PennGrade1 High Performance talks about how detrimental aftermarket additives can be to the performance of your oil. For more information: www.penngrade.com
Mahle Aftermarket Kicks-Off “The Choice of Champions” Technician Promotion
Mahle Aftermarket Inc. has announced the official call-for-entries for the company’s inaugural “Mahle: The Choice of Champions” technician promotion, a premium sweepstakes in which one eligible participant will have the chance to win one of two custom-built vehicles of their choice. Racing and automotive enthusiast legends Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Casey Currie will each undertake
MAHLE Aftermarket Enters the Performance Piston Ring Market
MAHLE Performance rings are available through MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. and are now offered in a new performance package.
Mahle Aftermarket Extends Partnership with Kalitta Motorsports and Introduces Team Mahle
Team MAHLE marks the next level of partnership between MAHLE Aftermarket and the wide network of elite motorsports competitors that support MAHLE. Along with the creation of Team MAHLE, an extended partnership through 2020 was announced with all three Kalitta Motorsports teams.
MAHLE Aftermarket Announces Finalists for ‘Drive with the Original’ Promotion
The four finalists for the MAHLE “Drive With the Original” Technician Promotion have been selected for this year’s grand prize drawing. These four finalists will travel to the 2019 AAPEX show in Las Vegas, where one of them will win the grand prize, a custom-built Petty’s Garage Dodge Challenger.
OE Parts vs. the Aftermarket
Many of your customers believe that OEM parts are better than aftermarket parts. We wanted to dispel some of the myths once and for all. Without getting into the mud about which brands are better. It is important to note that not all parts are created equal, and this includes both aftermarket and OE replacement parts.
MAHLE Aftermarket “X Marks the Spot” Heavy-Duty Engine Kit Promotion
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. has announced a new “X Marks the Spot” Heavy-Duty Engine Kit Promotion offering participants the opportunity to win two pieces from a selection of MAHLE Service Solutions heavy-duty shop equipment. The MAHLE “X Marks the Spot” promotion began October 1, 2019, and runs through January 15, 2020.
MAHLE Aftermarket’s 6th Tier of its “7 Reasons” Promotion Features Gaskets
MAHLE Aftermarket North America has announced the latest tier of the “7 Reasons” promotion, offering participants the opportunity to win a “Watch the ‘Seals’ in Action!” themed grand prize package.
MAHLE Aftermarket Unveils its Petty’s Garage 1,100 HP Hemi Dodge Challenger
The unveiling of the supercharged, 1,100-HP MAHLE Dodge Challenger, the grand prize in the 2019 MAHLE “Drive with the Original” Technician Promotion, is shown in the third in a series of videos posted to the MAHLE Aftermarket North America YouTube Channel. The MAHLE Challenger, built by Petty’s Garage, will be awarded to a lucky technician at the 2019 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in Las Vegas.
MAHLE Aftermarket Announces its Fifth ‘7 Reasons’ Promotion ‘Turbocharged’
The fifth reason of the promotion, focused on turbochargers, will run from September 16, 2019, through September 29, 2019.
MAHLE Aftermarket Kicks Off Fourth Tier of “7 Reasons” Promotion
MAHLE Aftermarket North America recently launched the fourth tier of the “7 Reasons” promotion, offering participants the opportunity to win the Get to the ‘Start’ing Line!” grand prize package. The package consists of the winner’s choice of either a trip for two racing event package or a staycation package.