Epicor Automotive Aftermarket eCatalog Surpasses 10.7 Million Part Numbers
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, has announced that the Epicor PartExpert automotive replacement parts database has surpassed 10.7 million part numbers.
Melling Adds Ron McCrum as Aftermarket Product Manager
Melling has hired Ron McCrum as a new aftermarket product manager. Ron will be located at the company’s Jackson, Michigan manufacturing facility. McCrum comes to Melling with 11 years of automotive aftermarket experience from Mahle Aftermarket Inc.
Bosch Aftermarket NA to Contribute $1,000 to Charity for Team Penske Victory at Daytona 500
Bosch Automotive Aftermarket North America has announced it will donate $1,000 to charity each time one of its sponsored teams scores a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series win during the 2015 season. Winning teams from Hendrick Motorsports, Team Penske and Joe Gibbs Racing will designate the charities they wish to support.
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. Names Fourth-Annual Champion Technician
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently named Las Vegas native, Kevin Roche as the fourth annual MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician. Roche was awarded the title based on his entry in the MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician contest, established to spotlight talented and forward-thinking engine technicians and specialists nationwide.
Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket INA FEAD Kit
The new INA FEAD KIT is now offered by Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket as a complete solution for repairing front-end accessory drives (FEAD). This product addresses the increasing complexity of a system supplying vital vehicle functions with ever-increasing loads.
Global Platform Shift Creates Opportunity for Aftermarket, IHS Automotive Reports
The continued trend toward a global platform strategy by automotive manufacturers presents new and unique challenges and opportunities for the automotive aftermarket, according to Mark Seng, global aftermarket practice leader for IHS Automotive, during a presentation to industry executives at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas.
TI Automotive Launches New Aftermarket Website
TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has launched a new website to showcase its high-performance, OE-quality fuel system replacement parts for the aftermarket at tiautomotive.com/aftermarket.
Aftermarket Foundation Announces Expansion – Hiring Executive Director
The Executive Committee of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced that in order to meet growing needs within the automotive aftermarket industry, it is commencing a hiring search for a full-time Executive Director.
MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently kicked off the fourth annual MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest, designed to spotlight talented and forward thinking engine technicians and specialists who demonstrate success and creativity as it relates to advancing the field of engine development.
Epicor Marks 30 Years of Automotive Aftermarket eCatalog
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, is celebrating the 30th anniversary of electronic cataloging for the automotive aftermarket. The company introduced the industry’s first electronic catalog (eCatalog) in August 1984. Today, Epicor eCatalog products and related data solutions are used by tens of thousands of parts professionals, more than
Magnum Gaskets Support Specialty Aftermarket Segments
The range of Magnum Gaskets offered by MSI (Modern Silicone Technologies Inc.) extends far beyond applications for traditional passenger cars and light duty trucks. Magnum’s innovative designs, modern sealing technology and unsurpassed quality have made inroads into the pickup truck diesel, heavy-duty diesel and high performance vehicle segments. Whether the task is replacing fuel injectors
Long-Time Automotive Aftermarket Executive John Lorimer Retires
After 44 years, automotive aftermarket and heavy-duty industry executive, John. F. (Jack) Lorimer retired on April 1. Lorimer started his career with Gates Rubber Company in 1970. His career included being Zone Sales Manager at Champion Parts Rebuilders, General Manager at Patton Distributors, Vice President of APS Inc. (Big A Auto Parts), Vice President & General
Aftermarket 8-Rib Serpentine Pulley System for LS Engines with Whipple 2.9L Superchargers
LS-powered Muscle cars using the Whipple W175FF 2.9-liter blower now have access to the first high-traction eight-rib serpentine pulley kit. Driving a blower that creates up to 10lbs of boost requires adequate belt grip and by increasing the ribbed surface area by 33 percent—substituting eight ribs for the traditional six—Concept One’s latest single-belt system achieves this
MAHLE Aftermarket and Engine Pro will Sponsor Must See Racing
Clevite engine bearings, a product of MAHLE Aftermarket, will join Engine Pro as a marketing and performance partner with Must See Racing Xtreme Sprint Series (MSRXSS ) for 2014. The winged sprint series starts its fifth year of racing April 11, 2014 on some of the best circle tracks in the nation including Anderson Speedway,
Babcox Media Announces Enhancements to Aftermarket Job Portal Websites
Babcox Media Inc. has made several renovations to its two job portal websites, Aftermarketjobs.com and AutoProJobs.com. The websites enable both aftermarket professionals and automotive technicians to connect with prospective employers in the industry. Both websites recently received a fresh redesign with a variety of valuable new features. Visitors of Aftermarketjobs.com are now able to upload their resumes for
MAHLE Clevite Changes Its Name To MAHLE Aftermarket Inc.
MAHLE Clevite Inc. has announced the transition of its company name to MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. According to the company, the changeover to the new company name, effective Jan. 1, 2014, serves a dual purpose: to bring MAHLE in line with all of the MAHLE Global Aftermarket divisions, and to highlight the substantial diversification of the
Dayco Adds Harmonic Balancers to its Line of Aftermarket Products
New product line comes with the acquisition of Precision Parts of Australia. TULSA, Okla. – Dayco Products is continuing its expansion activities into the harmonic balancer manufacturing market with the acquisition of Precision Parts Pty. Ltd. The company will now operate under the name Dayco Precision Holdings Pty. Ltd. This is the second acquisition for Dayco announced this
MAHLE Offers Original Turbochargers for Aftermarket
MAHLE Original turbochargers are available for high-performance and high fuel-economy diesel and gasoline engines. Company: Mahle Clevite www.mahle-aftermarket.com MAHLE Clevite offers a complete line of MAHLE Original turbochargers specifically for the aftermarket, available in a range of sizes and types. Designed to enhance performance, reduce fuel consumption and lower exhaust emissions, MAHLE Original turbochargers are available for
Federal-Mogul Board Elects Co-CEO of F-M Corp. and CEO, Global Aftermarket
The board of directors of Federal-Mogul Corp. has announced the election of Kevin Freeland to the position of co-CEO of Federal-Mogul Corp. and CEO of Federal-Mogul’s Vehicle Components Segment (VCS), effective June 17, 2013. Freeland will report to the company’s board of directors. Federal-Mogul’s VCS is one of the largest independent global suppliers of leading,
Victor Reinz Introduces New Aftermarket Website
Fromthe new site, the Victor Reinz Web catalog is just one click away, Danasays. The new website also features a “Service & Download” area, which contains all of the technical service and practical information, brochures and the entire catalog of 15,000 products. Another service the new website offers is an intuitive search function for