Work Truck Show 2009 Exhibit Space Selling Fast; Registration Opens in October
Exhibit space at TheWork Truck Show 2009 is nearly sold out, and many long-time exhibitorshave reserved much larger booths than in the past, according to theNational Truck Equipment Association (NTEA), which produces the annualcommercial truck and equipment event. The Work Truck Show 2009 is North America’s largest work truckevent. The Work Truck Show brings together
Managing Charges In Times of Great Change
What do you do when nothing seems familiar anymore? When everychallenge appears different and somehow inconsistent with anythingyou’ve ever seen before? It’s easy to say “Improvise. Adapt. Overcome.” But, this isn’t theMarine Corps. And, if that’s all you are doing, if everything you faceis an exception to the rule because none of the rules seem
MAHLE Acquires Clemex Mexico S.A. de C.V
The Stuttgart-based MAHLEGroup has acquired the total shares of Clemex Mexico S.A. de C.V. andits subsidiaries in Lerma, Mexico. The company, which will continue to operate under the name ClemexMexico S.A. de CV until early 2009 when it is merged into the MAHLEGroup, produces engine bearings and bushings for the automotiveaftermarket and global automotive OE
MAHLE Acquires Clemex Mexico S.A. de C.V
The Stuttgart-based MAHLEGroup has acquired the total shares of Clemex Mexico S.A. de C.V. andits subsidiaries in Lerma, Mexico. The company, which will continue to operate under the name ClemexMexico S.A. de CV until early 2009 when it is merged into the MAHLEGroup, produces engine bearings and bushings for the automotiveaftermarket and global automotive OE
Leverage Your Relationships
By Charlie Fewell When the economy is in the doldrums, as it is now, it is imperative that you focus your attention on your best customers. I know this seems odd. You’re thinking: surely now more than ever I need to find new customers and get my cash flow ticking over. Your analysis would not
JASPER Receives
The Indiana Department of Labor has announced the “Merit” Certification of Jasper Engines and Transmissions in Indiana’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). VPP, Indiana’s Voluntary Protection Program, was established to recognize and promote safety and health management programs throughout the state. All companies, regardless of size or business, can participate in VPP – where management
Federal-Mogul Announces Organizational Appointments
Federal-Mogul has announcedsenior leadership changes within its finance, global purchasing,corporate communications and investor relations staffs. Jeff Kaminski has been appointed senior vice president and chieffinancial officer. He will continue to serve as a corporate officer andmember of the Federal-Mogul Strategy Board (FMSB). Markus Wermers has been appointed senior vice president, globalpurchasing. He will also serve
O’Reilly Automotive CEO Greg Henslee Talks about the Recent Acquisition of CSK Auto
What made CSK an appealing acquisition for O’Reilly? What do you feel are CSK’s biggest assets? We have a history of successful acquisitions so we understand whattype of company makes the best fit for O’Reilly and how to integrateits people and processes into our company to make it stronger. Buildingupon the foundation of CSK’s strong
AMI Accepting Applications for the $1,000 Tom B. Babcox Memorial Scholarship
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) is accepting applications for the annual $1,000 Tom B. Babcox Memorial Scholarship. AMI’s resource development effort, EXCEL, in conjunction with Babcox Publications, established the scholarship, which is awarded to an Automotive Service Association (ASA) Mechanical Division member who strives to be, or is presently working, in a management capacity. The
Melling Tool Co. Acquires Dana
MellingTool Co. this week completed the purchase of Wop Industria e Comerciode Bombas ltda, (WOP) a subsidiary of Dana Industrias Ltda, theBrazilian arm of Dana Corp. based in Toledo, OH. WOPengineers and manufactures oil and water pumps for the Brazilianautomotive original equipment market. The facility is located in thecity of Diadema, State of Sao Paulo,
Alapont To Remain As Federal-Mogul CEO Following Bankruptcy
Federal-Mogul Corp. CEO Josè Maria Alapont says he will remain with the supplier for the long term after its exit from more than six years of bankruptcy protection on Dec. 27. Alapont has been CEO of the company since March 2005. It filed for bankruptcy protection amid a number of asbestos lawsuits in October 2001.
Executive Interview with Michael Tate, General Manager, MAHLE Clevite Inc.
From aftermarketNews.com In September, Michael Tate joined MAHLE Clevite as general manager. He brings 26 years of aftermarket experience to MAHLE Clevite, most recently with SPX Service Solutions. In addition to SPX, Tate held a variety of sales management positions with such companies as Parker Automotive, Dorman Products and Phillips & Temro Industries. As GM
Coretalk: PROFormance Acquires Automotive Remanufacturers de M
The acquired company was previously a business segment of Recon Automotive Remanufacturers and was part of a sale of Recon’s assets to PROFormance. The acquisition provides PROFormance expanded production capacity, a broadened product offering and entry into the Mexican and Central American markets for remanufactured automobile engines. “PROFormance continues to grow its remanufactured engine business.
Coretalk: Performance Marine Industry Expo To Launch In Las Vegas
The theme of the show is “Experience the Power, the Passion and the Performance.” Consumers will be able to see boats in action at Lake Mead, performance test new boats and test boats they purchased at the show. Performance Marine Industry Expo is the result of ConvExx, producer of the internationally acclaimed SEMA show, teaming
Coretalk: Key Industry Speakers Slated For PERA’s Chicago Convention
Yastrow and Som will discuss “Current Issues in Employment-Related U.S. Immigration Law: I-9 Compliance, Visa Updates.” In addition to addressing hot topics and compliance tips, they will provide answers to your specific questions.Bob McKenna, President/CEO of Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and Past President of NAPA, will be speaking on “Motor Vehicle Parts Suppliers
Scratching The Niche
If you have been a reader of this magazine for any length of time, you’ll know that one thing is certain: this isn’t the same industry it was even just a few years ago. Not so long ago, a car or truck that was more than six years old would have been considered a junker,
The 2006 Machine Shop of the Year
Turning 40 used to be a bad thing… On that tragic day, the black balloons, the wacky "Over The Hill" gag gifts and the general air of sympathy that your best years had all come and gone were about the only things you could hope for. That is, if you view 40 as old. But
Coretalk: Pro Motor Engine Team Sets Clevite Showdown Record To Win Finals
>Borem and Hoffman, who had an engine-build time of 16 minutes and 25 seconds, with no penalties, went head-to-head with Hendrick Motorsports’ Kevin Webber and Scott Vester, who finished second with a build time of 17 minutes and 47 seconds with no penalties. For their efforts (the third fastest build time overall), Webber and Vester
Coretalk: Clevite Aftermarket Sale To Mahle Group Approved by Court
Nearly a year and a half after Dana Corporation announced plans to divest its engine parts operations, the deal is complete. The $98 million sale to the MAHLE Group of Germany has been approved by European Union (EU) regulators. EU commission officials said the purchase didn’t pose antitrust concerns, and Dana has said the sale
Coretalk: Clements Racing Engines Receives First PBM Engine Builder Award
PBM’s Kevin Harrison made the presentation at the Speedway Club at Lowe’s Motor Speedway during the series’ 2006 Awards Banquet. Clements Racing Engines led the series with 10 victories on the season. Among the drivers visiting victory lane with Clements power under the hood were Ricky Weeks, Jack Pennington, Noel Tucker, Royce Bray, Ed Basey