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AAPEX To Debut New Service Professionals Program At 2014 Event

In response to the increase in the number of service and repair professionals and independent shop and store owners participating in the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), the co-owner associations recently announced the new Service Professionals Program for the 2014 event, slated for Tuesday, Nov. 4, through Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sands Expo Center.

AMI Accepting Applications For Five Scholarships

The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) is accepting applications for the following five scholarships to be awarded this year: the Emil Stanley Merit Award, the BODYSHOP BUSINESS Magazine Scholarship, the Richard Cossette/Gale Westerlund Memorial Scholarship, the Tom B. Babcox Memorial Scholarship and the Arrowhead Specialty Markets “High Octane” Scholarship.

MAHLE Aftermarket Partners With IHRA

MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. has announced a three-year, multifaceted partnership with the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) naming Clevite the official bearing of the IHRA. As part of the agreement, Clevite also will present a special award at IHRA Nitro Jam Drag Racing Series events run in conjunction with the Summit Racing Equipment Pro-Am Tour presented by AMSOIL.

Federated Announces Shop Of The Year: Brighton Auto Service

Brighton Auto Service of Brighton, Mich., has been selected as the 2014 Federated Shop of the Year. The Federated Shop of the Year program recognizes a top shop with a demonstrated track record of excellence in such areas as customer service, quality repairs, knowledgeable staff and community involvement.

AAIA Rebrands Itself; Kicks Off Celebration At Leadership Days

The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association’s Spring Leadership Days meeting, which wrapped up recently at the Hyatt Regency in Huntington Beach, Calif., served as the official platform for an exciting announcement – the launch of the association’s official rebranding as the Auto Care Association.

AAPEX Attendee Webinar To Show How To Use Content Marketing

A free AAPEXedu attendee webinar, “Content Marketing: Your Newest Secret Weapon?,” is slated for Wednesday, May 7, at 4 p.m., EST. The webinar will focus on using content marketing to establish credibility via expert status, as a sales tools, and to maximize search engine optimization (SEO). The 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) is set for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nev.

National Car Care Month Vehicle Check-Up Events Double

The number of vehicle check-up events held during National Car Care Month in April has doubled in 2014, according to the Car Care Council. The council attributes a portion of the overall increase in National Car Care Month interest to the recent harsh winter weather and the need to address postponed service and repairs.

Employment Regulation Updates And Recent Activity At The Federal Level

There has been quite a lot of activity and proposed changes at the federal level in regard to employment law and regulations. This is creating major impacts on pretty much everyone including employees, federal contractors and companies of all sizes. It can be overwhelming at times and tough to keep up with, so we have put together a very brief overview of just a few of the most recent topics for employers to be aware of and keep their eye on as things progress.

For Consumers On The Go, ACDelco.com Goes Mobile

Whether it’s car care tips, product information or the location of the nearest ACDelco Professional Service Center Program participant, consumers with smartphones now have acdelco.com at their fingertips.

MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. Sponsors Formula DRIFT Driver Conrad Grunewald

MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. (formerly MAHLE Clevite Inc.) has announced its sponsorship of Formula DRIFT driver Conrad Grunewald for the 2014 Professional Drifting Championship Series. As an official partner, MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. will provide technical support for Grunewald and his Formula DRIFT Chevrolet Camaro. It also will have the MAHLE brand decal displayed on the No. 79 car.

Speaker Lineup Announced For ETI’s ToolTech 2014

The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) has finalized the speaker lineup for its ToolTech 2014, which takes place April 28 through May 1 in Sonoma, Calif.

ACDelco Tools’ ETC Power Tools Solve Under-/Over-Torquing Issues

All technicians are faced with one simple problem: They need more power to do the job in the shortest possible time. However, with increased power, it also means the issue of too much power could exist. ACDelco Power Tools introduced ETC – Electronic Torque Control tools specifically to solve under-/over-torquing issues.