Team MSD Takes Division 4 of
Team MSD of Eastern Oklahoma County Tech Ctr., Choctaw, OK, took first place with a time of 60 minutes and 15 seconds. The 8 teams were made up of invited auto technology classes from local high schools. Each team consists of five students and the instructor/coach. The individual schools set standards and guidelines for
New Study Confirms Auto Industry’s Significant Contribution to U.S. Economy
Thecurrent economic recession has highlighted the importance of theautomotive industry to the economy and the nation’s employment, where1.7 million automotive-related direct jobs impact more than 8 millionjobs in the private sector, according to the Center for AutomotiveResearch (CAR). A recently released report by the Sustainable Transportation andCommunities group at CAR, an Ann Arbor, MI-based nonprofit
University of the Aftermarket Introduces Special Savings in Support Of AAP and MAAP Candidates, New NCMA Certificate Program
For a limited time, aftermarket professionals can save 20 percent on any of the 12 Web-based University of the Aftermarket “On-Demand” short-format video courses available through www.universityoftheaftermarket.com. This special offer, available through June 30, is designed to help industry participants earn continuing education units toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket
OBITUARY: Frederick W. Thul, 88, of Thul Auto Parts
Frederick W. Thul, 88, alifelong resident of North Plainfield, N.J., died Saturday, May 1, atthe Hunterdon Care Center in Flemington, N.J. Thul was a graduate of North Plainfield High School, class of 1940,where he excelled in academics and athletics. He was undefeated in thehigh jump for three years and set new records for North Plainfield
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: April 2010
Employee Education Without ASE Machinists Certifications Back in January in this column we talked about dealing with bad employees. This month I would like to express how important it is to keep yourself and your employees up to speed with our industry. Keep in mind that ASE will no longer be offering its Machinist certifications
Hastings Recognized as One of the Top 10 Foreign Brands in China
Hastings East Manufacturing Co. Ltd., a wholly foreign-owned enterprise ofHastings Manufacturing Co. LLC, has been recognized as a Top TenAutomotive Parts Brand in China. Hastings is a nearly 100-year-oldAmerican manufacturer of piston rings with worldwide sales anddistribution to engine OEMs and the aftermarket. The Top Ten Foreign Automotive Parts Brand in China ceremony was heldat
Annual International Council of Motorsport Sciences Event Added to 2010 PRI Show
TheInternational Council of Motorsport Sciences (ICMS), an association ofmedical professionals, scientific, motorsports health personnel andother interested persons concerned with the improvement in performanceand safety in racing, announced that it will hold its annual congressin conjunction with the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show inOrlando this December. The organization is based in Indianapolis. The2010 Annual Congress of
Engine Builder Magazine to Co-Sponsor International BIG R Show
TheAutomotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) and its Heavy DutyRemanufacturing Group (HDRG) have announced the addition of Engine Buildermagazine as a co-sponsor of the International BIG R Show. APRA’s BIG RShow will be in Las Vegas on Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, just prior to the AAPEXand SEMA Shows. Bill Gager, president of APRA said in
Jack Roush Honored with Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award
OnMarch 12 Jack Roush was given one of the highest honors inthe hot rod world, when he was presented with the Robert E. PetersenLifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony took place during the grandopening breakfast of the 12th Annual HotRod & RestorationTradeShow, in front of nearly 1,000 attendees at the Indiana ConventionCenter in Indianapolis. “Being
HDAW’10 Reports Great Attendance for Las Vegas Conference
Despite the challenging economic times, show organizers for Heavy DutyAftermarket Week (HDAW) in Las Vegas have reported a strong showing forthe event, which took place in late January. A total of more than 1,500 individuals attended the three-dayconference, including 229 exhibitors and 426 distributor executives. The 5th annual HDAW conference was held Jan.
Dick Morgan Retires as John Washbish Takes Presidency of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
For more than 15 years, Richard (Dick) Morgan has served as presidentand CEO of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (Alliance). On hisretirement, effective Dec. 31, 2009, Morgan culminated a 48-year careerof successes in the industry. “I’ve been fortunate to have spent the final years of my career at theAlliance,” said Morgan. “This is the best group
Street Performance Cylinder Heads
Where I grew up in Connecticut wasn’t the hotbed of street racing like Woodward was in Detroit, but we had the Berlin Turnpike, River Road in Middletown, plus a few local small-town hotspots. It was during this period that I got my first education about the importance of cylinder heads. A local rich kid got
Minneapolis, MN Selected As Site of Fall 2010 PERA Convention
Minneapolis has been selected as the site of the 2010 Production Engine Remanufacturers Association Annual Convention. The convention, to be held Sept. 15-18, will include technical seminars, business and marketing presentations and at least two tours of local remanufacturing facilities. The Association’s annual Golf Outing will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 15 with an opening
Boosting Performance – Nitrous, Superchargers and Turbochargers
From the budget six-cylinders that get 300 hp and 28 mpg for less than $25,000 to the 600 hp Viper V10 to the 630 hp Corvette ZR1 for just over $100,000, the performance market is deep and wide. “It’s amazing, the horsepower potential that these cars are coming with off the factory floor,” says Frank
Questioning a Trip to Las Vegas?
Starting on Tuesday, Nov. 3, many thousands of people working in theautomotive industry will join together in Las Vegas as participants inthe AAPEX, SEMA, NACE and CARS shows, (and Big R Show Nov. 1-2). Combined, these five shows are the largest celebration ofeverything automotive, from hard parts, accessories and paint, to toolsand equipment and anything
University of the Aftermarket CEUs Available for 26 Business Events at 2009 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas
The University of the Aftermarket has finalized the accreditation process for a near-record 26 business events that will take place during the 2009 AAPEX Show, Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. Industry professionals attending any of these sessions will be able to earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) that can be applied toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional
MAHLE Clevite Inc. to co-host upcoming Tech & Skills Regional Conference
Bill McKnight, training manager and motorsports sales and technical representative for MAHLE Clevite will present the day’s first technical session from 9:15-10:30 am. With over 28 years of experience with MAHLE Clevite, McKnight will inform attendees how to recognize different signs and symptoms of bearing distress. Each attendee will receive a free MAHLE Clevite digital
Early-Bird Registration Offer and Contest Announced for HDAW’10
HDAW’10has announced a special deferred billing option, reduced earlyregistration prices and an early registration contest for distributorswho plan to attend HDAW’10 in Las Vegas. Registered distributors canelect to defer their credit card payment for HDAW’10 conferenceregistration until Jan. 2, 2010. HDAW’10 will be held Monday, Jan. 18, through Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, at the
New Web Site and Online Registration Launched for Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week 2010
HeavyDuty Aftermarket Week 2010 has officially launched online conferenceregistration along with a new look for its Web site – hdaw.org. HDAW’10 conference is scheduled for Jan. 18-21, 2010, at the Mirage in Las Vegas. The new HDAW’10 Web site features different areas dedicated to thespecific event needs of distributors, suppliers and press. A video
Ohio Technical College Celebrates 40 Years of Automotive Training
Alot has changed in the world of automotive technology since 1969, withV8 muscle cars making way for high-tech hybrids and the days ofdo-it-yourself repairs being replaced by professional technicianservice. The same holds true for leading automotive school OhioTechnical College, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary as apremier provider of hands-on technical training. This milestone