http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness The leading publication serving the retail and wholesale distribution channels of the automotive aftermarket industry. 2009-11-07T12:57:48Z http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Hardware+and+Fasteners/Organic-polymer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639851?ref=25 EcoTecPower or ETP is an organic polymer, which is safe and easy to use, ecologically friendly, harmless to personnel, 100 percent non-toxic and biodegradable, according to the company. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639851/OrganicPolymer_639803_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639851/OrganicPolymer_639803_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639851/OrganicPolymer_639803_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/MEMA-champions-to-improve-the-aftermarket/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639732?ref=25 The economy has created many challenges and opportunities for the aftermarket — and both can work to make the industry stronger. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639732null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Exhaust%2FEmissions/Performance-exhaust-systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639852?ref=25 MBRP has three performance exhaust systems for the new Dodge Ram Hemi 1500 that crank things up a notch. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639852/PerformanceExhausts_639807_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639852/PerformanceExhausts_639807_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639852/PerformanceExhausts_639807_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Hardware+and+Fasteners/Fail-safe-alternator-pulley/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639849?ref=25 AIM offers the fail-safe, quiet Facet Reactiv belt vibration isolating alternator pulley. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639849/alternatorpulley_639841_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639849/alternatorpulley_639841_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639849/alternatorpulley_639841_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+AAPEX/Industry-should-observe-diverse-employee-landscape/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639845?ref=25 Our workplaces are becoming more diverse by the day. In fact, the word "minority" could be a term of the past, as Asians, Latinos and African-American will comprise half of the U.S. population by 2050, according to John DiBenedetto, executive vice president and chief people officer of General Parts International. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639845null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Gates-discusses-serpentine-belt-diagnostics/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639844?ref=25 At least one in five vehicles requires a new belt, according to the Car Care Council. And with more than 240 million vehicles on the road, that leaves plenty of opportunity for sales in the repair bay. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639844null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/BeckArnleys-commitment-to-quality-continues/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639459?ref=25 Beck/Arnley has made some changes over the years, but a few things — like their core values — have not changed. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639459null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Town-Hall-panel-discusses-new-technology-changing-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639385?ref=25 New vehicle technologies open the doors for a new arsenal of parts and service, but aftermarket executives see a downside to these changes, like the parts proliferation that is sure to follow. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639385null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Bosch-site-connects-consumers-shops/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639474?ref=25 Bosch has just made life a little easier for consumers. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639474null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/Activant-catalog-added-to-ASA-Tire-Systems-softwar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639338?ref=25 Tire dealers and repair shops using TireMaster business management software will have a means to access a comprehensive auto parts catalog, thanks to Activant's Integrated Service Estimator (ISE). 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639338null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/ContiTech-to-partner-with-Advance-Auto-Parts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639426?ref=25 ContiTech's Power Transmission Group has signed an agreement with Advance Auto Parts to distribute and sell timing belts and timing kits. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639426null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SPX-hosting-Webinar-next-week/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639241?ref=25 SPX is hosting a free one hour Webinar next week to help technicians improve their diagnostics skills. The Webinar will cover the Pegisys, graphing, bidirectional control, Mode 6, Direct Hit and scope usage. The Webinar is Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639241null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Investment-firm-gives-insight-into-industry-financ/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637908?ref=25 Although the stability of the industry?s finances remains uncertain, industry investory Roberts Bass says he has optimism for the future. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637908null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Fras-Le-taking-science-to-the-track-with-new-provi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639488?ref=25 LAS VEGAS ? The road ahead is laying out in more than 10 miles of track for Fras-Le. The company, which focuses strongly on its global reach, next month will open its new proving ground in Brazil. According to CEO and Director of Investor Relations Daniel Randon, 18 types of tracks covering 10 miles will be key for the company. Not only will it be able to test its many passenger and commercial offerings. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639488null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Autolite-program-aims-to-break-spark-plug-misconce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639384?ref=25 The Autolite team is putting their spark plugs to the test with the 2010 Autolite Challenge — a comprehensive program that is part online instant win game, part money-back guarantee for consumers and part training and rewards opportunity for technicians. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639384null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Chinese-auto-market-matures/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638868?ref=25 Fifteen years ago, Chinese automotive businesses were intensely interested in joint venture agreements with overseas companies. Not anymore. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/638868null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Harley-Davidson-tonneau-covers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639122?ref=25 TruXedo, Inc. releases the Lo Pro QT and Lo Pro QT Harley-Davidson Edition tonneau covers for the 2009-2010 Hummer H3T. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639122/HarleyDavidsonTonneauCovers_639074_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639122/HarleyDavidsonTonneauCovers_639074_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639122/HarleyDavidsonTonneauCovers_639074_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Ignition+Parts/Flywheels-and-clutches/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639121?ref=25 Fidanza has designed a complete range of its popular performance flywheels and clutches for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS 6.2L LS3. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639121/FlywheelsClutches_639070_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639121/FlywheelsClutches_639070_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639121/FlywheelsClutches_639070_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Tenneco-sets-achieves-goals-of-complete-coverage/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639097?ref=25 LAS VEGAS ? Heading into 2010, Tenneco has its sights set on continued coverage, some specific models and a new warranty. Monroe shocks is pushing its covers in the coming year, including pressing its first to market and late model applications, says Bill Dennie, director, Ride Control Channel Management, Tenneco. The company also is going after Kia and Hyundai for 2010 as part of its coming 160-plus new SKUs. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639097null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/NPD-study-offers-insight-on-consumer-spending/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637171?ref=25 Industry research firm The NPD Group is offering an FYI synopsis on DIY (do-it-yourself) and DIFM (do-it-for-me) consumer spending. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637171null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Liquid-Wrench-takes-history-into-the-future-with-n/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639079?ref=25 LAS VEGAS ? With 70 years of experience behind them, Liquid Wrench is reformulating some it its products and pushing out information through the Internet. Mike Guggenheimer, vice president of marketing, says the company is boasting a new Web site, www.liquidwrench.com, that features new search functions and more specific application videos that are tailored to technicians? needs. By implementing these new functions as well as a new texting feature, Liquid Wrench is hoping to reach more end users with more specific content. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639079null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Welding/Oxy-fuel-cutting-and-heating/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639120?ref=25 ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduces the Oxweld Trade Master GT II Outfit, an extra heavy-duty outfit for handheld oxy-fuel cutting and heating. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639120/OxyweldCutting_639068_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639120/OxyweldCutting_639068_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639120/OxyweldCutting_639068_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/Consultant-helps-analyze-customer-profitability/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637241?ref=25 Increasing margins, expansion and strategic planning are main focuses of the presentation “Protect the Winners and Fix the Losers: Customer Profitability Analysis for Distributors,” put on by consultant Brent R. Grover with Evergreen Consulting in Cleveland, Ohio. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637241null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+AAPEX/Get-ready-to-talk-to-vehicles-outside-your-shop-so/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638936?ref=25 LAS VEGAS ? Vehicle connectivity is becoming more and more common, so you better be ready to prepare your customers for what?s coming down the pike and get them ready to be able to watch it live in their shops. Mike Blicher, business development director of automotive, commercial and military markets for Immersion Corp., says in fact, some people will be buying their vehicles based more on their connectivity than anything else. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/638936null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Reverse-backing-system/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639119?ref=25 There's a new line of collision avoidance reverse backing systems (audible and camera systems), which will audibly or visually warn the driver if the vehicle is at risk of a reverse accident. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639119/ReverseBackingSystems_639053_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639119/ReverseBackingSystems_639053_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/639119/ReverseBackingSystems_639053_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Uni-Select-keeps-focus-on-independents/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638885?ref=25 Richard Roy, president and CEO of Uni-Select, Inc., encapsulates the company?s strategy as this: "We've always had a real focus on the independent distributors. This is our bread and butter." 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/638885null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Pro-Form-offering-auto-body-line-through-new-agree/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639249?ref=25 LAS VEGAS - Pro Form Products Ltd., a manufacturer of auto body specialty chemicals, introduces its line of professional auto body repair products in the United States under the Pro Form brand. The company already has an exclusive licensing agreement with Armor All to develop, distribute, market and sell a complete line of auto body and fiberglass repair products for the United States and Canadian markets under the Armor All brand. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639249null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/Honeywell-international-meeting-designed-to-help-c/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639072?ref=25 Honeywell wants to help its global distributors and retailers grow business ? and is doing something about it. 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639072null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Balistrieri-new-director-at-SPAL-USA/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637838?ref=25 SPAL USA has named Thom Balistrieri director of consumer sales for North America across all company divisions, including fans, blowers and accessories. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637838null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/EXCLUSIVE-INTERVIEW-JOSE-MARIA-ALAPONT/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638508?ref=25 To kick off Industry Week, Advanstar Automotive Group's Editorial Director Larry Silvey sat down with Jose Maria Alapont, the president, CEO and director of Federal-Mogul Corp., one of the most influential companies in today's aftermarket and OEM industries. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/638508null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/MAHLE-Clevite-wins-service-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637867?ref=25 MAHLE Clevite Canada, ULC received the prestigious E.R.I. “Outstanding Service Award” during the annual E.R.I. convention in October in Toronto. Each year, E.R.I., a large machine shop buying group in Canada, selects a candidate for its “Outstanding Service Award” based on a national poll of the entire E.R.I. membership. The “Outstanding Service Award” recognizes MAHLE Clevite Canada for taking the most care and time to effectively serve the needs of E.R.I.’s machine shop customer base. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637867null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Used-car-prices-up-16-percent-domestic-cars-holdin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637864?ref=25 Edmunds.com, the premier resource for online automotive information, report that three-year-old used cars currently sell for about 16 percent more than they did this time last year. Typically, used car prices rise 4.6 percent from year to year. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637864null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Delta-9-headlight-sealant/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638649?ref=25 Fitzgerald's Restoration has developed Delta 9 Headlight Sealer. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638649/HeadlightSealant_638110_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638649/HeadlightSealant_638110_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638649/HeadlightSealant_638110_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/OReilly-to-use-Experian-vehicle-population-service/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637861?ref=25 Experian Automotive and O?Reilly Automotive, Inc. announced a new relationship in which O?Reilly will use Experian?s AutoCount Vehicles in Operation offering to help its business make stronger inventory decisions for each of its more than 3,400 U.S. locations. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637861null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Vehicle+Lifts/Kahuna-vehicle-lift-system/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638652?ref=25 Chief Automotive Technologies' Kahuna lift/pulling system enables vehicle lifting and anchoring performed nearly simultaneously without removing the vehicle from the lift. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638652/VehicleLift_638105_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638652/VehicleLift_638105_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638652/VehicleLift_638105_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Vehicle+Lifts/Mohawk-weight-gauges/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638655?ref=25 Mohawk's weight gauge is a scale on the lift and is available for all Mohawk two-post and mobile column lifts from 7,000- to 30,000-lb. capacities. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638655/WeightGauge_638533_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638655/WeightGauge_638533_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638655/WeightGauge_638533_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Climate+Control/Cold-air-intake-systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638653?ref=25 The line of Spectre Performance cold air intake systems is engineered to increase airflow to the motor. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638653/ColdAirIntake_638530_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638653/ColdAirIntake_638530_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638653/ColdAirIntake_638530_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/AASA-asks-Do-you-Know-Your-Parts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638622?ref=25 We've all heard the adage that everything has its price. And for low-cost, low-quality aftermarket parts, the cost could be steep and devastating for the entire industry. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/638622null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Welding/Portable-welding-machine/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638654?ref=25 ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduces the Caddy Tig 1500i and 2200i single-phase DC/CC portable welding machines. 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638654/PortableWeldingMachine_638539_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638654/PortableWeldingMachine_638539_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/452009/638654/PortableWeldingMachine_638539_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Dealer-competition-discussed-at-AWDA-event/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637895?ref=25 As the population of automotive dealerships drastically decreases, the aftermarket faces a new set of challenges and opportunities as a result. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637895null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Auction-new-appointees-highlight-annual-CAWA-dinne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638247?ref=25 At the annual California Nevada Arizona Automotive Wholesalers' Association (CAWA) dinner Sunday evening in Las Vegas, the group's achievements were highlighted by travel prizes and keynotes from industry leaders. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/638247null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Iran-sees-vehicle-releases-international-productio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637504?ref=25 Puzzlement over why so many global governments seem reluctant to enact stiff economic sanctions against Iran in light of its apparent pursuit of an atom bomb and overall bellicosity may be partially explained at least by taking a look at Iran?s industrious automotive industry: It has business dealings with at least 35 countries spanning four continents. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637504null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/US-Army-uses-Snap-on-diagnostic-tool-for-Humvees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637475?ref=25 Looking for a diagnostic tool that could be all that it could be? The United States Army turned to Snap-on and has chosen the SOLUS PRO™ as the U.S. Army’s diagnostic tool for use on its Humvees. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637475null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Auto-Supply-Company-converts-to-Activant/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637499?ref=25 Auto Supply Company, Inc., a leading automotive replacement parts distributor with 22 locations throughout North Carolina and the Roanoke Valley of Virginia, is replacing its multiple enterprise operating systems with the innovative Activant Vision® system from Activant Solutions Inc. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637499null HTML http://stylingperformance.search-autoparts.com/stylingandperformance/Industry+News/Continental-and-Hoosier-Announce-Strategic-Allianc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638029?ref=25 The convergence of the high-performance street tire and race tire industries took a significant step forward today as Continental Tire and Hoosier Racing Tire announced a strategic alliance based on a shared vision for motorsports marketing and race proven technology. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/stylingandperformance/442009/638029null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/New-HDX-service-for-distributors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637502?ref=25 HDX Services, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Datalliance®, today announced the release of HDX SiMAN, a service that provides a single sign-on solution which allows distributors to easily access and utilize extranet sites for all heavy duty manufacturers. HDX SiMAN is a cooperative effort between HDX Services and SUPPLIER-INFO. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637502null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/JATO-appoints-Di-Girolamo-as-retail-development-ma/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637503?ref=25 JATO Dynamics, the world?s premier provider of automotive data and intelligence, today announces that it has appointed David Di Girolamo to the position of Business Development Manager for the Retail sector. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637503null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Fisker-buys-US-assembly-plant-to-build-plug-in-hyb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637176?ref=25 Fisker Automotive has selected the Wilmington Assembly plant in Wilmington, Del., to build affordable plug-in hybrid cars. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637176null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/NAVTEQ-saves-drivers-up-to-22-hours-per-year-in-No/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637268?ref=25 Recent extensive NAVTEQ research, including nearly 395,000 unique route tests in 18 U.S. and Canadian cities, concluded that NAVTEQ Traffic Patterns saves drivers 22 hours a year for an average, daily, roundtrip commute of 40 miles. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637268null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Engine+Parts/Replacement-engine-applications/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637519?ref=25 General Motors Service and Parts Operations (GM SPO) announces new lower pricing on the four most popular applications for new 5.7/350cid replacement engines available through GM Parts Powertrain Dealers. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637519/EngineReplacementParts_637352_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637519/EngineReplacementParts_637352_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637519/EngineReplacementParts_637352_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Breedlove-named-new-VP-of-retail-PG-sales/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637256?ref=25 Beck/Arnley has named Heath Breedlove its new vice president of retail and program group sales. In this position, Breedlove calls on and facilitates sales growth with program groups and retailer customers businesses. He reports to Paul Farwick, vice president of sales for Beck/Arnley. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637256null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/AAM-Group-announces-new-member/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637170?ref=25 AAM U.S.A., Inc. announces that a new member has been accepted to The AAM Group and the Total Truck Centers marketing program. Midwest Wheel Companies has been accepted into AAM membership effective Nov. 1. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637170null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/US-Postal-Service-uses-Precision-Fleet-Brakes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637254?ref=25 Precision Fleet Brakes has signed an agreement with Canam, the official supplier of high quality engineered products for the United States Postal Service, to provide its cryogenically processed rotors for use on the postal services? fleet of LLV delivery vehicles. Precision Fleet Brakes will be one of only two manufacturers to supply brake rotors and friction to the United States Postal Service. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637254null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Q4-earnings-down-net-income-up-for-Johnson-Control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637270?ref=25 Automotive Experience sales in the quarter declined 14% to $3.5 billion versus $4.1 billion last year due to lower production volumes in North America and Europe. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637270null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Head-gasket-sealant/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637520?ref=25 Bar's Leaks carbon fiber block seal head gasket and cooling sealant (p/n HG-1) is a strong formula designed to permanently seal any coolant leak in plastic, cast iron, copper and aluminum radiators, heater cores, freeze plugs, gaskets, intake manifolds, cylinder heads and engine blocks. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637520/HeadGasketSealant_637362_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637520/HeadGasketSealant_637362_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637520/HeadGasketSealant_637362_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Hex-key-wrench-sets/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637521?ref=25 Snap-on's L-Shaped Hex Key Wrench Sets include three options: nine-piece Metric L-Shaped Hex Wrench Set (AWMG9), eight-piece Tamper Proof TORX L-Shaped Set (AWTR8) and 13-piece Fractional L-Shaped Hex Wrench Set (AWS13). 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637521/HexKeyWrenchSet_637366_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637521/HexKeyWrenchSet_637366_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637521/HexKeyWrenchSet_637366_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Communications-council-sponsors-2009-Womens-Board/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637253?ref=25 The Car Care Council Women?s Board announces the Automotive Communication Council (ACC) has committed to sponsoring the 2009 Women?s Board activities. 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637253null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/International-Newsmaker-QampA-Kianoosh-Pourmojib/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637518?ref=25 Kianoosh Pourmojib is the deputy CEO of quality for Iran Khodro (IKCO). 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637518null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Standard-Motor-Products-announces-Q3-2009-results/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637003?ref=25 Consolidated net sales for the third quarter of 2009 were $205.6 million, compared to consolidated net sales of $202.9 million during the comparable quarter in 2008. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637003null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/EDI-systems-gain-a-school-of-followers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636825?ref=25 Electronic data interchange (EDI) is a fact of life for most retailers and consumer goods manufacturers; these companies have been trading electronic documents like purchase orders, bills of lading and advance ship notices (ASNs) for decades. But EDI has only recently gained traction in the automotive aftermarket. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636825null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Technology-Solutions-Newsmaker-William-Haser/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636826?ref=25 William Haser is vice president and CIO of Lake Forest, Ill.-based Tenneco, a leading manufacturer of emission and ride control sytems. A graduate of Northwester University's Kellogg School of Management, he also holds a BS in chemical engineering from Cornell. He has been with Tenneco in a variety of positions since 1983. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636826null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Consumer-Reports-Ford-makes-strides-in-vehicle-rel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637000?ref=25 Other than the Toyota Prius, the reliability of the 4-cylinder Fusion and Milan ranks higher than that of any other family sedan. Both of those Ford Motor Company products continue to beat the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, while the upscale Lincoln MKZ tops its rivals, the Acura TL and Lexus ES. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/637000null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Remy-Power-Products-makes-10000-grant-to-Universit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636834?ref=25 Remy Power Products has announced a $10,000 grant that will help significantly increase access to industry education through the University of the Aftermarket. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636834null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Inventory-management-co-founder-receives-womens-ho/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636828?ref=25 Quantum Retail Technology, a leading innovator of inventory management software systems for the retail industry, announced that co-founder Vicki Raport was one of nine female entrepreneurs selected to participate in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneurial Winning WomenTM program designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential businesses founded by women entrepreneurs. The winners were selected from a competitive list of women entrepreneurs residing across the US by a diverse group of independent judges. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636828null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Five-position-ratcheting-screwdriver/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637325?ref=25 The Snap-on ratcheting screwdriver (SGDMRCE44) features a five-position soft grip with three locking positions. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637325/RatchetingScrewdriver_637002_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637325/RatchetingScrewdriver_637002_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637325/RatchetingScrewdriver_637002_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Centric-Parts-rolls-out-wheel-bearing-seal-program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636851?ref=25 Brake system manufacturer Centric Parts is applying the company's decade-long automotive aftermarket expertise toward wheel bearings and seals by introducing a complete Centric Parts Wheel End program. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636851null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Hydraulic-system-stop-leak/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637322?ref=25 Bar's Leaks Jack Oil with Stop Leak (p/n HJ12) helps revitalize snowplow hydraulic systems, prevent seepage and seal leaks. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637322/rJackOil_636988_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637322/rJackOil_636988_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637322/rJackOil_636988_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Instrumentation/Domestic-and-import-wiper-parts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637327?ref=25 CARDONE offers 1,292 domestic and import wiper motor part numbers under their A1 CARDONE remanufactured brand. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637327/WiperMotorPart_637004_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637327/WiperMotorPart_637004_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637327/WiperMotorPart_637004_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Filters/Two-grades-of-oil-filters/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637324?ref=25 Purolator offers two grades of oil filters ? the premium Purolator PureONE and the Purolator Classic oil filter. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637324/rOilFilter_636990_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637324/rOilFilter_636990_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/637324/rOilFilter_636990_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Survey-shows-38-percent-of-consumers-willing-to-dr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636490?ref=25 Thirty-eight percent of U.S. auto buyers are willing to drive more than an hour for their best deal, highlighting the importance of aggressive advertising by dealers. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636490null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Hit-a-business-home-run/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636458?ref=25 As I write this, the baseball playoffs have just begun. And it occurred to me that baseball teams offer a few lessons in business management from which we can all take a little batting practice. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636458null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Storage+Containers/Tool-storage-boxes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636832?ref=25 Snap-on offers limited edition X-TS (Extreme Tool Storage) boxes. Choose from one of four Pastrana boxes or the X-TS Drift box for an innovative tool storage box. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636832/ToolStorageBoxes_636657_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636832/ToolStorageBoxes_636657_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636832/ToolStorageBoxes_636657_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/AAPEX-session-covers-new-vehicle-technologies/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636434?ref=25 ?Preparing for Tomorrow?s Vehicle Technologies? will be presented by Chris Chesney, CARQUEST at AAPEX. The presentation, one of 24 education sessions featured in Inside Track: AAPEX Learning Forum, will be held 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5 in the Venetian Hotel, Marco Polo, room 701. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636434null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Analysis-Auto-market-will-continue-to-soften-throu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636489?ref=25 The Automotive Wholesale "Bull Market" peaked in mid-September and wholesale values are likely to continue to soften for the remainder of 2009 due to declining showroom traffic, lower pre-owned retail sales and an overhang of aged inventory on dealer lots according to recent study by FirstLook, the pioneer in automotive retail performance solutions. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636489null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Light-trucks-overpopulate-passenger-cars/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636514?ref=25 Experian Automotive has announced new analysis that has shown the number of light trucks on the road in the U.S. is more than that of passenger cars. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636514null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Accident-prevention-system/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636830?ref=25 Mobile Awareness debuts VisionStat Plus, a complete commercial-grade system to prevent backing accidents. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636830/AccidentPreventionSystem_636656_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636830/AccidentPreventionSystem_636656_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636830/AccidentPreventionSystem_636656_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Philips-appoints-Illes-as-senior-sales-manager/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636488?ref=25 Philips Automotive Lighting North America has appointed Dave Illes as its senior sales manager for the North American Automotive Aftermarket. He will be responsible for all sales channels and customers in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/442009/636488null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Winter-proof-products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636833?ref=25 Penray's line of winter products includes Winter Pow-R Plus, which prevents gelling of diesel fuel, prevents ice crystal formation, reduces cold filter plug point by as much as 30 degrees F, and helps improve fuel economy. Winter Pow-R Plus for BioDiesel is ready for use in BioDiesel and is ULSD compliant. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636833/WinterProofProducts_636646_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636833/WinterProofProducts_636646_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636833/WinterProofProducts_636646_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Mobile-cleaning-trailer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636831?ref=25 Hotsy introduces the Trail Blazer mobile cleaning trailer, for on-site or in-the-field cleaning. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636831/MobileCleaningUnit_636652_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636831/MobileCleaningUnit_636652_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/442009/636831/MobileCleaningUnit_636652_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Vista-Pro-relocates-to-Nashville/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636199?ref=25 Vista Pro Automotive, LLC, a leading North American designer, manufacturer and distributor of automotive aftermarket products, has begun the process of relocating its corporate headquarters and 100 employees to Nashville. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636199null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/EnergyLogic-saves-money-minimizes-environmental-ri/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636187?ref=25 Many companies view energy costs, such as heat and air conditioning, as uncontrollable, unstable and perpetually on the rise. They consider themselves victim to price spikes and erratic price behavior, never knowing what to expect from one month to the next. Fortunately, businesses have options to minimize and even eliminate some of these costs. EnergyLogic’s waste oil heating systems and high volume, low speed fans help companies substantially reduce — and in some cases eliminate — energy costs, and they do so in an environmentally friendly manner, the company states. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636187null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Superior-Automotive-to-debut-strut-assemblies-at-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636185?ref=25 Superior Automotive, LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of leading branded automotive accessory products, will introduce its new RideEFFEX® EZ Mount Complete Strut Assemblies at AAPEX 2009 in Las Vegas. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636185null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Honeywell-posts-stronger-than-expected-3Q-earnings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636304?ref=25 Transportation systems sales were down 24% compared with the third quarter of 2008 due to lower volumes primarily driven by lower sales to global automotive OE customers and the negative impact of foreign exchange, partially offset by new platform launches with automotive OE customers and share gains in the automotive aftermarket retail channel. 2009-10-25T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636304null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Lawmakers-exclude-auto-dealers-from-new-federal-fi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636301?ref=25 The amendment, sponsored by Rep. John Campbell, R-Calif., will not subject auto retailers to the regulations of the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency (CFPA), but will continue the full range of consumer protection rules of the Federal Reserve, the Federal Trade Commission and state laws. 2009-10-24T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636301null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/High-tech-vehicle-systems-bring-high-tech-safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635938?ref=25 New vehicle technologies can be equal parts science and fiction, but in the category of safety systems, every new advancement exponentially increases the well being of drivers and passengers. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/635938null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/GM-partners-with-Autonet-Mobile/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635939?ref=25 Autonet Mobile and GM are creating the connected car. Autonet Mobile, the world's first WiFi hotspot certified for vehicles, is now a GM official licensed product for Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC automobiles. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635939null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/High-performance-all-season-tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636268?ref=25 Pirelli's ultra-high performance P Zero Nero All Season has an asymmetric tread design for precision handling in all conditions, the company says. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636268/AllSeasonTire_636263_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636268/AllSeasonTire_636263_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636268/AllSeasonTire_636263_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/SPX-completes-sale-of-Filtran-Business-Unit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636302?ref=25 With this divestiture, SPX has completed its strategy to exit the automotive components industry. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636302null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Instrumentation/Rebuilt-Volkswagen-speedometers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636160?ref=25 Mid America Motorworks adds rebuilt Volkswagen speedometers to its product line. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636160/RebuiltVolkswagenSpeedometer_6360_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636160/RebuiltVolkswagenSpeedometer_6360_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636160/RebuiltVolkswagenSpeedometer_6360_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Ken-Tools-center-cap-removers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636269?ref=25 Ken-Tool's Center Cap Removers come in two configurations. The wide blade model is for removing larger wheel covers without damaging the wheel, according to the company. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636269/CenterCapRemover_636265_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636269/CenterCapRemover_636265_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636269/CenterCapRemover_636265_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Paint+%26+Refinish/Limited-edition-spray-gun/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636173?ref=25 SATA introduces the new, limited edition FOOSE (Chip Foose) Design SATAjet 3000 spray gun. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636173/SprayGun_636063_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636173/SprayGun_636063_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636173/SprayGun_636063_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/High-performance-winter-tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636278?ref=25 A Latitude Alpin HP tire combines the ultra-high performance characteristics of Michelin's Pilot line with the winter abilities of its Alpin series, according to the company, noting that 3-D Active Sipes combine to create a stable tread block with multiple Biting Edges for better road hold in subzero temperatures. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636278/WinterTire_636262_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636278/WinterTire_636262_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636278/WinterTire_636262_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Brake+Systems/Air-powered-brake-washer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636154?ref=25 Clean brake parts without using electricity with the new air powered Oil Eater professional brake washer, which includes a cover that also functions as a catch basin. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636154/BrakeWasher_636061_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636154/BrakeWasher_636061_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636154/BrakeWasher_636061_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Auto-repair-chain-keeps-children-warm-this-winter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635962?ref=25 An estimated 39 percent of children living in the U.S. come from families with incomes below the poverty level, according to the National Center for Children in Poverty. Each year, thousands of these children face blustery, cold winters without coats, boots or even hats and gloves. But, people can lend a helping hand this year by participating in Merlin's Snug Hugs for Kids? Winter Clothing Drive. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635962null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Van%2C+Light+Truck%2C+SUV/Colored-cover-accents/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636159?ref=25 TruXedo introduces to its line of colored covers, a new light grey color option. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636159/LightGrayCover_636065_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636159/LightGrayCover_636065_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636159/LightGrayCover_636065_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Original-design-in-silverbronze-wheels/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636271?ref=25 Falken's Hanabi is an original design built by using the latest in low pressure casting technology, the company reports, adding that "with the introduction of higher performance tires, higher performance wheels would be the next natural fit." 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636271/SilverBronzeWheel_636264_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636271/SilverBronzeWheel_636264_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/636271/SilverBronzeWheel_636264_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/Safety-issues-regulatory-plans-addressed-in-AAPEX-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635891?ref=25 Ronald Medford, Deputy Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), will discuss future plans for safety regulations at a special education session at AAPEX. The presentation, one of 24 education sessions featured in Inside Track: AAPEX Learning Forum, will be held 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4 in the Venetian Hotel, rooms 705-706. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/635891null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Brake+Systems/Compact-brake-controls/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635968?ref=25 Valley Towing Products introduces two compact brake controls designed for safe stopping of trailers with electric brake systems. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635968/TrailerBrakeControls_635737_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635968/TrailerBrakeControls_635737_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635968/TrailerBrakeControls_635737_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Wisconsins-Perkins-Oil-to-offer-EcoPower-motor-oil/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636024?ref=25 Safety-Kleen announced that Perkins Oil, a large distributor of Shell, Pennzoil, Quaker State and Citgo products in the United States, has agreed to distribute EcoPower, Safety-Kleen's high-quality recycled motor oil, throughout its service areas. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/432009/636024null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Storage+Containers/Tire-desk-in-20-colors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635966?ref=25 Available in 20 colors to complement your store's décor, Handy's tire desk can be mounted on all of the company's companion shelving units or placed anywhere in your business. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635966/TireDesk_635728_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635966/TireDesk_635728_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/432009/635966/TireDesk_635728_100_flash.jpg REMOTE