Educate Drivers About Tire Maintenance During National Tire Safety Week
During National Tire Safety Week, retailers nationwide will work to educate motorists about proper tire care and maintenance. RMA provides tire retailers, auto dealers and automotive repair shops with free “Be Tire Smart” brochures and other materials.
Earn AAP, MAAP Credits for Education Sessions at AAPEX
Attendees of the Learning Forum education sessions at the 2010 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) will earn up to 0.1 continuing education units (CEUs), per session, by the University of the Aftermarket toward the Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) and Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) professional designations.
AASA ‘Know Your Parts’ Campaign Promotes Quality Brand Name Aftermarket Parts
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has initiated a “Know Your Parts” awareness and educational campaign designed to address concerns over the low-cost, off shore, generic auto parts that are flooding the domestic aftermarket.
Shop Profile: No Place Like Bob’s Wheel Alignment
When Bob Archer opened the doors to Bob’s Wheel Alignment in Charlottesville, VA, almost 30 years ago, he had one technician and one front-office secretary. Today, the shop employs 21 people and has grown to more than 17,000 square feet. What’s made Bob’s so successful all these years? “Service, service, service,” he says.
Lineup for AAPEX Learning Forum Hot Topic Sessions
Among the 30 education sessions scheduled for the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) Learning Forum, six hot topic sessions will focus on timely issues impacting all channels of the aftermarket. Topics include new OEM engine oils, imports, health care legislation, consumer buying habits, global markets and strategies for economic downturn.
AAPEX Organizers Expand Education Program
In response to attendee feedback calling for more education and training opportunities at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), the “Inside Track” Learning Forum has been expanded to include 28 education seminars. All sessions will be held over a three-day period in the Venetian in Las Vegas, NV, Tuesday, Nov. 2 through Thursday, Nov. 4.