Aeromotive Gets New National Sales Manager
Aeromotive, the manufacturer of aftermarket fuel systems and accessories, has announced the hiring of its new national sales manager, Phillip VanBuskirk. VanBuskirk brings 16 years of aftermarket automotive sales experience to Aeromotive, formerly working as a performance parts specialist for ProCharger and WELD Racing. In his new role, VanBuskirk will be responsible for all Aeromotive
Automotive Specialty-Equipment Retail Sales Reach New High
Despite what occurred throughout 2020, the specialty-equipment industry showed resilience with industry retail sales climbing from $46.2 billion to a new high of $47.89 billion in the U.S., according to the new 2021 SEMA Market Report. The report provides an overview on the state of the U.S. specialty-equipment market and examines how consumers and businesses
Elring – Das Original Announces Jeff Guenther Joins its Americas Sales Team
Elring-Das Original, the aftermarket brand of ElringKlinger AG, has announced Jeff Guenther is joining the Americas sales team focusing on the expansion of key aftermarket heavy-duty distribution partners, and will be based in Plymouth, MI. “This is a continuation of our project to become a leading supplier for the gasket category in the United States
Champion Oil Adds Scott Baubie as Director of Sales/Business Development Manager
Champion Brands, a blender and packager of automotive lubricants, chemicals, additives, and motor oils, has recently announced the appointment of Scott Baubie to its sales, business development and marketing team. As director of sales/business development manager, Baubie will contribute to sales strategies and business development initiatives, as well as design and implement new market penetrations within
Permatex Promotes Eva Pitts to Director of Sales
Permatex, an innovator in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, has promoted Eva Pitts to director of sales. In her new role, Pitts will manage Permatex’s traditional and international businesses, driving continued growth through strong sales programs, new product initiatives and customer partnerships. Pitts joined Permatex’s parent company, ITW, in 2015 as brand manager
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
MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Joe Maylish to Sales and Program Manager
MAHLE Motorsport General Manager, Brad Green, announced the promotion of Joe Maylish to sales and program manager for the company’s North American motorsports division. MAHLE is a leading piston manufacturer and piston liaison between upper level professional racing, OE and the specialty equipment automotive aftermarket. The U.S. motorsports division operates out of the company’s North American
Lubrication Specialties Inc. Hires Todd Cawley as VP of Global Sales
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand, has announced Todd Cawley as the company’s first vice president of global sales. The position was filled in June of this year in response to the unprecedented growth LSI has encountered in multiple markets in the USA and the potential to capture market share of
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
SEMA Welcomes Jeff Dahlin as Sales Director
The Specialty Equipment Market Association has hired Jeff Dahlin as an industry sales director to help oversee a portfolio of client accounts and create partnerships for the SEMA Show, Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show, and their accompanying monthly publications and media channels. Staff member Brendan Gillespie was promoted to industry sales manager and Reham
Roger Conley Joins Holley as Motorsports Sales Manager
Holley has announced “Racepak” Roger Conley has joined the company as Motorsports Sales Manager. Roger brings over three decades of motorsports experience with work that includes product development, sales, technical support, and engineering.
Total Seal Hires Lake Speed Jr. as VP Sales and Marketing
Total Seal Piston Rings has announced Lake Speed, Jr. joined the company as the new vice president of sales & marketing, effective December 1, 2019.
Dayco Names New VP of Sales and Business Development
Wouter Nijenhuis has joined Dayco, accepting the role of Executive Vice President of OE Sales and Business Development, reporting directly to the company’s CEO, Joel Wiegert.
Edelbrock Appoints New VP of Brand Sales
Cary Redman will focus on guiding Edelbrock’s field sales team while expanding customer relationships, and also manage the customer and tech service departments.
DEI Introduces New Sales Representatives
Thermal and acoustic specialist, DEI, has announced two additions to the company’s inside sales department – Eric Baun and Will Farkas.
Dayco Announces Leader for US Aftermarket Sales & Marketing
Dayco has announced the appointment of Mike McTeer as vice president of sales and marketing for the US aftermarket. In this role, Mike will be accountable for all aspects of Dayco sales and marketing strategy within the United States.
Renegade Welcomes Philip Delgado as New National Sales Manager
Philip Delgado was born and raised in Southern California. He is very passionate about motorsports, racing, off-road and anything fast and loud.
Warren Kosikov Named SEMA VP of Sales
Warren Kosikov has been named Vice President of Sales for SEMA, where he will lead the sales team and guide the day-to-day sales strategy for both the SEMA and PRI Shows, SEMA News and PRI magazines and related media content.
Starrett Appoints Jon-Michael Raymond as Director of Sales
Raymond will be responsible for sales of the company’s core products including precision measuring tools and gauges, hand tools and saw blades in North America.
Dana Names New Aftermarket Sales, Strategy Leaders
Dana Incorporated has announced the appointment of Dan Griffin to the position of senior director of strategy, product planning, and program management for commercial vehicle and the aftermarket. The company also appointed Bill Nunnery to the position of senior director of aftermarket sales, customer service, and marketing.
