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.
AERA to hold Don Gross Regional Conference
AERA is doing its part to make gaining knowledge and networking opportunities easier by holding a series of regional conferences instead of a larger, national one. Along with the outlined technical programs, AERA is inviting leading manufacturers of engine building/rebuilding tools, supplies, services, parts and machinery to attend this conference. These suppliers will have table-top
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
Performance Warehouse Association Expands 2010 Annual Conference
Due to economic, legislative and technology issues, the globalautomotive aftermarket will experience more change in the next 10 yearsthan it has in the past 50. Already, the landscape of the distributionchannel has shifted dramatically. In an effort to fulfill its missionstatement, and to be inclusive of all companies in the business ofwholesale distribution of performance,
AETC Advanced Ford Modular Performance Conference Slated For December 7-9, 2009
Ford engine technology has seen some impressive developments over theyears, but none with the efficiency and performance potential of the 2,3 and 4-valve Modular designs of recent years. On December 7-9, the20th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference presented byMotor State Distributing will focus on the latest trends in FordModular engine technology and will be headlined
Engine & Performance Warehouse Presents Annual Awards at Summer Conference
Engine& Performance Warehouse (EPWI) recently named its 2008 "Vendor ofthe Year" and "Representative of the Year" at an awards dinner duringits annual summer conference. The event was held Aug. 6, 2009 in Vail, Colo. Engine & Performance Warehouse named Joe Gibbs Racing as EPWI’s2008 Vendor of the Year. Lake Speed Jr. accepted the award for
AWDA Announces the Executive Briefing Session for its 2009 Annual Conference
The Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) will present its popular Executive Briefing during the 2009 AWDA Business & Education Conference, in conjunction with AAPEX, this November in Las Vegas, Nev. Produced by the University of the Aftermarket for AWDA, the briefing will be OE Dealer Contraction: Aftermarket Threats & Opportunities. The briefing will take
North American Motor Sport Business Forum – New Pre-Show Conference for 2009
An unprecedented assembly of international motorsports leadership will present and discuss compelling industry trends at the inaugural North American Motor Sport Business Forum, December 8 – 9 in Orlando, Florida during the PRI Trade Show Week. The forum will be organized by IM2 Events, which has established a series of similar events in Europe and
PERA Announces its Conference Schedule
PERA has released its schedule for the 64th Annual Conference which includes an assortment of professional and technical seminars will be held along with a wide range of social and networking opportunities for engine remanufacturers and their spouses. Thursday, September 24 Golf Outing: Breakfast 7:45 am. Tee off 8:30 am Tour (Historic Trolley Tour &
Savannah, GA to Host 64th Annual PERA Conference
Since 1733, Savannah, GA, has been welcoming visitors with genuine Southern hospitality. This fall, the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association will join Bagger Vance, Max Cady and Forrest Gump as visitors to this beautiful city for the 64th Annual PERA Fall Conference, September 24-26. The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Savannah on the
MAHLE Clevite Receives Recognition for its Piston Catalog at NCMA Knowledge Exchange Conference
MAHLE Clevite Inc. received the President’s Award for Catalog Excellence, Gold level award in the “Paper Catalog” category, for its Piston Catalog at the 2009 National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) conference recently held in Newport Beach, CA. The MAHLE Clevite Piston Catalog provides detailed information about the complete line of pistons offered by MAHLE, as
PERA Spring Technical Conference Wrap Up
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) recently held its Spring Technical Meeting at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC, March 18-20. Approximately 56 attendees representing 11 production engine remanufacturers (PERs), and 23 manufacturers and other suppliers attended the event. Presentations on Alternative Fuels, Understanding Zinc in Engine Oils and a Comprehensive View of Synthetic
PERA Spring Technical Conference To Be Held In Charlotte, NC, March 18-20
The 2009 Production Engine Remanufacturers Assocation’s Spring Technical Conference will be held in NASCAR country, March 18-20, at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC. The conference will open with a reception in the hotel’s Lakeview Room on Wednesday, March 18th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Thursday morning will start with a buffet breakfast available from 8:15-9:00
McKinsey & Co. Unveils Study Results of U.S. Aftermarket’s Future At AASA Vision Conference 2009
Participants in the “Executive Session” at the AASA Vision Conference 2009 will be the first to gain insights into the future of the global automotive aftermarket. The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) will present AASA Vision Conference 2009, its annual membership meeting, on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 17-18, 2009, at the InterContinental Chicago O’Hare, Rosemont,
Advanced Engineering Technology Conference Announces Early Sign-Up Bonus
As if the great wealth of information and camaraderie were not enough, the AETC conference is now adding further incentive for early sign-ups – a special AETC jacket and 10 percent discount – just for being one of the first 100 people to sign-up. This embroidered jacket, a $250 value, is the most recent attraction
CVSN Joins Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week Conference Organizers; HDAW Moves from Las Vegas to Orlando
A combined management structurefor the 2009 Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week Conference (HDAW) has beenfinalized with the announcement of a new agreement between the threeconference organizers: Heavy Duty Distribution Association, Heavy DutyManufacturers Association and the Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network. HDAW ’09 will be held at the Orange County Convention Center inOrlando, Fla., Monday, Feb. 16 through
MaxiForce to Host AERA Tech & Skills Regional Conference
MaxiForce, a Miami-based provider of replacement diesel engine parts, will host the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA) Tech & Skills Regional Conference at its Miami headquarters. The one-day conference will take place on Saturday, April 5. “This is an exciting announcement for us, in that we look forward to interacting with our valued partners, as
PERA 2008 Spring Tech Conference Set For Big Cedar Lodge In Branson
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) Spring Tech Meeting is set for March 5-7 at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale (Branson), MO. The opening reception will take place on Wednesday evening. Events featured this year will be tours with PROformance and SRC Automotive. Hotel reservations should be made through Pam Burban at Worldtek Travel. Reservations
Coretalk: Chicago To Host PERA’s 62nd Annual Conference September 27-29, 2007
An assortment of professional and technical seminars will be held along with a wide range of social and networking opportunities for engine remanufacturers and their spouses. For more information on this event or to register for the convention, visit www.pera.org. Recon Launches Plan To Increase Availability and Reduce Delivery Times Recon Automotive Remanufacturers has announced