http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness The leading publication serving the retail and wholesale distribution channels of the automotive aftermarket industry. 2010-03-18T04:36:52Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/EXCLUSIVE-INTERVIEW-John-Washbish-President-CEO-th/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661497?ref=25 John Washbish is a familiar face in the industry. With more than 35 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, Washbish began a new journey this year as president and CEO of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. He recently spoke with Aftermarket Business magazine and www.searchautoparts.com. 2010-03-18T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661497null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/GAAS-speaker-asks-Is-Generation-Y-shifting-away-fr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661752?ref=25 Surrounded by a world of social media and mobile technology, members of Generation Y apparently don't have the same motivation toward all things automotive. 2010-03-18T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661752null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/AAIA-Supply-Chain-Council-kick-off-Webinar-April-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661759?ref=25 Aftermarket supply chain experts and other professionals are invited to attend the kick-off Webinar for the Automotive Aftermarket Supply Chain Working Group, a collaborative initiative between the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and the Supply Chain Council. 2010-03-18T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661759null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/DENSO-to-build-new-plant-in-Brazil/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661750?ref=25 DENSO Corporation today announced that it will construct a new plant for DENSO do Brasil Ltda. (DNBR), one of DENSO's Brazilian production sites, in Santa Barbara d'Oeste City, Brazil, about 80 miles northwest of Sao Paulo City. 2010-03-18T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661750null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Raybestos-offers-rebate-reward-for-techs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661739?ref=25 In celebrating Raybestos brake products as the preferred street/road course brake pads of the IZOD IndyCar Series, technicians and consumers have the opportunity to earn a generous cash rebate when choosing Raybestos products from April 1 through May 31. 2010-03-18T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/122010/661739null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Federal-Moguls-breakthrough-in-crankshaft-seal-des/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/661621?ref=25 Federal-Mogul Corporation (Nasdaq: FDML), a leading global supplier of technologies that enhance safety and improve powertrain efficiency, has developed an innovative new seal design, called MicroTorq?, that reduces friction by up to 70 percent versus conventional lip-type seals. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/122010/661621null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Federated-to-sponsor-ARCA-races-in-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661475?ref=25 Federated Car Care will be the presenting sponsor of two ARCA races in 2010: the ARCA 200 at the Toledo Speedway on May 23 and the Southern Illinois 100 on Sept. 6 at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds in DuQuoin, Ill. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661475null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Opportunities-abound-for-aftermarket/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661704?ref=25 Industry players can take a deep breath — things are getting better in the aftermarket. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661704null HTML http://stylingperformance.search-autoparts.com/stylingandperformance/Distribution/Key-West-Ford-to-build-ROUSH-Mustangs-for-Western-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661472?ref=25 In response to a growing enthusiasm for the ROUSH® brand, and to provide cost-effective access to Canadian-specification vehicles, ROUSH® Performance has licensed Key West Ford as builders of serialized ROUSH Mustangs for the Western Canadian provinces. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/stylingandperformance/122010/661472null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/TRICOs-Raining-Rebates-promotion-forecasts-increas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661433?ref=25 Trico Products, a global manufacturer of wiper blades and systems, is offering a strategic 2010 Spring Promotion Campaign through May 15 to drive more store traffic and increase wiper blade sales. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661433null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/IDQ-receives-certification-for-DIY-refrigerant-sal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661440?ref=25 IDQ, parent company of the Interdynamics and Quest brands of auto air-conditioning products, has become the first manufacturer to receive certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to sell small containers of automotive refrigerant in California. 2010-03-17T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661440null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Mitchell-1-signs-agreement-with-National-Roadside-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661323?ref=25 Mitchell 1 has signed a partnership agreement with National Roadside Service, LLC (NRS) to provide Mitchell 1 repair information and shop management systems to NRS service providers to use in their businesses. 2010-03-16T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/122010/661323null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Transtar-promotes-Parker-to-HR-VP/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661287?ref=25 Transtar Industries, Inc., a provider of driveline solutions, has promoted Nancy Parker to vice president of corporate human resources. 2010-03-16T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661287null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/CARB-approves-EVI-zero-emission-vehicles/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661285?ref=25 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved Electric Vehicles International?s (EVI) fully electric return-to-base medium and heavy-duty trucks. 2010-03-16T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661285null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Used-car-prices-up-except-Toyotas-says-Edmunds/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661288?ref=25 Used car prices are up about two percent from last month, but the prices of used Toyotas affected by the recalls are down about 2.5 percent, according Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. 2010-03-16T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/122010/661288null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/ASE-ends-some-truck-machinist-certification-tests/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661327?ref=25 The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) announced that, effective Dec. 31, it will no longer offer the Truck Aftermarket Brake Parts (P3), Truck Aftermarket Suspension & Steering (P9) or the Engine Machinist (M-Series) tests as part of its certification program. 2010-03-16T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/122010/661327null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Messe-Frankfurt-joins-forces-with-Spanish-trade-fa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661157?ref=25 Messe Frankfurt and IFEMA, a leading Spanish trade fair company, announced in Madrid that they plan to organize "Motortec Automechanika Ibérica" together. This trade fair is to establish itself as the leader in the Iberian automotive parts and aftermarket sector. 2010-03-15T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/112010/661157null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/COVERKING-signs-with-Illumaware/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661158?ref=25 COVERKING signed a subscription agreement on March 11 with Illumaware to use Evokat 2.5, Illumaware's Web-based data authoring tool to manage their own aftermarket data. This do-it-yourself approach marks a departure from the company's previous practice of third-party data management. 2010-03-15T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/661158null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Toyota-incentives-trigger-bounce-in-sales-says-Edm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661142?ref=25 Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, has evaluated early March car sales and determined that so far this month, sales industrywide are stronger than they?ve been in nearly a year. 2010-03-15T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/661142null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Deeza-Chassis-breaks-ground-on-new-production-plan/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661141?ref=25 Deeza Chassis Parts, a technology focused manufacturer of premium chassis parts for the global aftermarket, has broken ground on a new 280,000 sq. ft. production plant in Turkey. At an estimated cost of $6 million, the new facility is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2012 and will nearly double the company's production capacity. Gokhan Kuru, president, Deeza Chassis Parts, announced that the company will also invest in new tooling for the facility. 2010-03-15T04:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/661141null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Electric-Motors-Corporation-names-Roger-Umbaugh-CF/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661021?ref=25 Electric Motors Corporation (EMCO), developer of electric pickup trucks and drive systems, has appointed Roger Umbaugh to the company as its Chief Financial Officer. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/661021null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Affinia-Group-Announces-Continued-Margin-Improveme/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/661219?ref=25 Affinia Group Inc., an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/112010/661219null XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Hella-offers-new-optical-warning-systems-catalog/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661004?ref=25 Hella, Inc. has just released its new 2010 Optical Warning Systems Catalog, which features an expanded range of lighting-based optical warning systems, including the latest in LED technology, Dual technology and DOT Systems. The catalog provides complete descriptions, comprehensive technical data and application information on Hella?s rotating halogen, strobe and LED-based warning systems, as well as Hella's versatile line of mounting accessories. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/112010/661004null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/CarMax-announces-Twitter-contest-grand-prize-winne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661023?ref=25 CarMax, Inc. has concluded its "Tweet Yourself to a New Ride" contest on the social networking site Twitter. The Grand Prize winner of $25,000 from CarMax is Stephanie Beck from Pensacola, Fla. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/112010/661023null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Snap-ons-Ward-to-head-AASA-Board-of-Governors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660963?ref=25 Tom Ward, president of Snap-on Tools Group, has been elected as 2010 chairman of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Board of Governors. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660963null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Avon-Motorcycle-Tyres-North-America-launches-new-W/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660867?ref=25 Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America is proud to announce the launch of the all-new Avon motorcycle Web site. The new Web site offers all the best product information, company news and information, technical information and more including the latest on motorcycle events and contests, featured builders, featured riders and testimonials in a clean, user-friendly design. The site has been optimized for a variety of browser platforms making it simple to access and use by both the Mac and the PC user. 2010-03-11T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660867null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/BMW-Announces-best-dealerships-for-2010/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660914?ref=25 BMW of North America, LLC announced the names of its top performing dealerships in the U.S. 2010-03-11T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/112010/660914null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Smart-driving-sales-push/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659239?ref=25 You might not have heard about the Department of Transportation's IntelliDrive program, but it holds great promise for a new category of aftermarket retail sales. 2010-03-11T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659239null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Snow-hit-areas-report-double-digit-sales-lift-in-w/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660911?ref=25 In areas of the country that experienced cold and snowy weather this past winter, local auto parts stores experienced a 20 percent plus lift in sales of winter-related products, according to automotive aftermarket research conducted by The NPD Group, a leading market research company. 2010-03-11T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660911null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Brake+Systems/Brake-diagnostics-include-bleeder-kit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660895?ref=25 Thexton master cylinder brake diagnostic system includes the Thexton master cylinder bleeder kit part number 803X, and the Thexton master cylinder plug kit, Part Number 803P. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660895/rsz_1brakediagnosticsystem_660652_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660895/rsz_1brakediagnosticsystem_660652_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660895/rsz_1brakediagnosticsystem_660652_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Fuel+Systems/Fuel-pump-socket-removes-nuts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660900?ref=25 The Volvo fuel pump socket (p/n #69800)has been designed to remove the left and right fuel pump retaining nuts on all late model Volvos. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660900/rsz_1fuelsocket_660891_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660900/rsz_1fuelsocket_660891_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660900/rsz_1fuelsocket_660891_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/DENSO-donates-to-Chile-earthquake-relief/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660495?ref=25 DENSO Corporation expresses its deepest sympathy to all those affected by the earthquake in Chile. DENSO Corporation is donating $1 million yen (approximately $11,000) to aid in the recovery and rebuilding efforts in Chile. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660495null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Van%2C+Light+Truck%2C+SUV/Bed-mat-offers-protection/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660897?ref=25 The new heavy-duty rubber bed mat from ProTecta (now available with a Harley-Davidson logo) protects your truck's bed. No curling, shrinking or cracking, and no need for fasteners. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660897/rsz_1rubberbedmat_660660_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660897/rsz_1rubberbedmat_660660_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660897/rsz_1rubberbedmat_660660_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Vehicle+Lifts/Lifting-system-for-Dodge-models/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660899?ref=25 Rancho has a new system for 2009-2010 Dodge models, including the new 2500/3500 Ram trucks (p/n RS6585B) and Power Wagons (RS6584B). 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660899/rsz_1vehicleliftsystem_660662_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660899/rsz_1vehicleliftsystem_660662_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660899null REMOTE http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Chrysler-names-Laura-Soave-to-lead-Fiat-for-North-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660879?ref=25 Soave will lead the reintroduction of the Fiat Brand in North America, beginning with the Fiat 500. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/112010/660879null XML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Vehicle+Lifts/Pit-racks-accommodate-many-vehicles/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660894?ref=25 New Hunter pit racks offer greater capacities and capabilities to easily service everything from passenger cars to box trucks. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660894/rsz_1pitrack_660646_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660894/rsz_1pitrack_660646_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660894/rsz_1pitrack_660646_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Tire-features-low-rolling-resistance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660898?ref=25 Designed specifically for crossovers, Toyo's new Versado CUV has a debut low rolling-resistance compound that brings heightened wear resistance and all season performance while maximizing fuel efficiency, according to the company. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660898/rsz_1silentwalltire_660892_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660898/rsz_1silentwalltire_660892_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660898/rsz_1silentwalltire_660892_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://stylingperformance.search-autoparts.com/stylingandperformance/Industry+News/Prolong-sponsors-HNRA-Motorsports-Museum-Twilight-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660493?ref=25 Prolong Super Lubricants is proud to sponsor the "Twilight Cruise" - a popular street rod, hot rod and muscle car event held in association with the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum and the Cal-Rods Car Club. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/stylingandperformance/112010/660493null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Federated-Auto-Parts-300-scheduled-for-June-in-Nas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660607?ref=25 More than 1,200 Federated guests will be in attendance for the 15th annual Federated Auto Parts 300 NASCAR Nationwide Series race, scheduled for June 5 at the Nashville Superspeedway, in Nashville, Tenn. The race will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660607null HTML http://stylingperformance.search-autoparts.com/stylingandperformance/Industry+News/Labbe-wins-NASCAR-MOOG-Problem-Solver-at-Atlanta/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660494?ref=25 Paul Menard posted the best overall performance of his Sprint Cup racing career and his crew chief, Richard ?Slugger? Labbe, won his first NASCAR® MOOG® ?Problem Solver of the Race? Award after Menard?s #98 Ford finished fifth in Sunday?s Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/stylingandperformance/112010/660494null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Lighting+Systems/LED-whitelight-includes-mounting-bracket/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660896?ref=25 Grote Industries debuts the Trilliant 36 LED WhiteLight with mounting bracket. 2010-03-10T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660896/rsz_1ledlamp_660656_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660896/rsz_1ledlamp_660656_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/112010/660896/rsz_1ledlamp_660656_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Taiwans-LUXGEN-vehicle-gets-international-debut/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660421?ref=25 LUXGEN, the first automobile brand from Taiwan, has successfully finished its international debut in 2009 Dubai Motor Show. "Taiwan's IT industry has been highly acknowledged around the world, and we aspire to capitalize on that strength as an automaker and promote a Taiwanese auto brand on the global stage," says K.C. Hu, CEO of LUXGEN. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660421null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ford-rolls-out-suite-of-high-tech-security-feature/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660422?ref=25 With the rapid convergence of in-car technology and the Internet, Ford Motor Company says it is offering a suite of security features to protect the personal information of millions of Ford owners from the threat of computer hackers and viruses. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/112010/660422null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/University-of-Aftermarket-distance-learning-course/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660380?ref=25 The University of the Aftermarket is offering a record 19 online Distance Learning courses during its Spring 2010 term. Registration is now open for each of the 12-week university-level courses, which begin April 12. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660380null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Bright-Automotive-awarded-electric-vehicle-contrac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660427?ref=25 Bright Automotive has been awarded a contract by the United States Postal Service (USPS) to develop and test an electric postal delivery vehicle. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/112010/660427null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Toyota-recognizes-top-North-American-suppliers-for/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660557?ref=25 DENSO, Johnson Controls, Inc. and MAHLE, earned top recognition from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA) at its Annual Supplier Business Meeting (ABM) today. The awards recognize suppliers who exceeded the company's expectations in several areas. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/112010/660557null XML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/Industry+News/US-Commercial-Service-approves-trade-fair-status-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660549?ref=25 The U.S. Department of Commerce?s U.S. Commercial Service is pleased to announce that it has granted Trade Fair Certification status to Messe Frankfurt to organize the official United States Exhibitor Pavilion at AUTOMECHANIKA Middle East 2010, May 25 - 27, 2010 held at the Dubai International Convention Center, United Arab Emirates (UAE). 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/searchautoparts/112010/660549null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/Industry+News/Department-of-Commerce-to-support-US-companies-at-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660548?ref=25 The U.S. Department of Commerce?s U.S. Commercial Service is pleased to announce that it has granted Trade Fair Certification status to Messe Frankfurt to organize the official United States Exhibitor Pavilion at AUTOMECHANIKA 2010, September 14 - 19, 2010 held at the Messe Frankfurt Fairgrounds, Frankfurt, Germany. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/searchautoparts/112010/660548null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Scosche-celebrates-30th-anniversary/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660379?ref=25 Scosche Industries, a recognized leader in the mobile electronics aftermarket and iPod/iPhone accessory industries, celebrates 30-years of innovation in 2010. A family owned and operated company, Scosche is proud of this significant milestone and attributes product innovation and a loyal customer base for its success and longevity. 2010-03-09T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/112010/660379null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/ShowMeThePartscom-implements-new-Where-to-Buy-feat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660292?ref=25 ShowMeTheParts.com has implemented a new "Where-to-Buy" feature that helps users find resellers of specific products within 50 miles of their location. The feature is likely to drive more business to stores that support the site. 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660292null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Reviewing-the-math/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659233?ref=25 Automotive News reports that the 86,000 independent repair shops in the United States will be the beneficiaries of $5 billion in business spurred by dealership closings. 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659233null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/WyoTech-Laramie-receives-national-recognition-for-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660297?ref=25 WyoTech-Laramie was named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, for the third consecutive year. This is the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660297null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Automotive-expert-Bobby-Likis-State-of-the-Automot/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660345?ref=25 Respected automotive industry expert & host of the nationally syndicated "Bobby Likis Car Clinic" broadcast, Bobby Likis tells it like it is in the automotive service aftermarket industry (including the aftermarket "sweet spot," automotive maintenance & gas prices); shares what he learned during his recorded interview with Mark Reuss (President, General Motors North America); and gives insight into Chairman Akio Toyoda's testimony before Congress. 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/112010/660345null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Marketing-re-direct/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659079?ref=25 Last month I started an examination of marketing in the aftermarket by explaining "zero-based marketing." Briefly, it is the practice of starting from a "zero base" and analyzing marketing programs for future relevance in terms of their potential contribution toward a measurable goal. Budgets for zero-based marketing are built around what will be required for the upcoming period, regardless of allocation 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/659079null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Standard-Motor-Products-Inc-announces-Q4-2009-resu/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660195?ref=25 Standard Motor Products, Inc., an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, reports today its consolidated financial results for the three months and for the year ended Dec. 31, 2009. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/660195null XML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Teenage-racing-sensation-von-Moltke-to-race-in-Mia/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660209?ref=25 Nineteen year old racing sensation, Dion von Moltke is roaring into Miami for the Grand Prix of Miami, March 5-6, 2010 at the Homestead Miami Speedway. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/660209null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/The-investor-gamble/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659071?ref=25 Investor sentiment toward O'Reilly Auto Parts, as well as many other parts retailers, has grown negative over recent months, in our opinion. From July 30, 2009 (when shares of O'Reilly hit a high of $42.29) until Feb. 9, 2010, the Standard & Poor's 500 (S&P) appreciated 8 percent, and the consumer discretionary segment of the S&P is up 15 percent. In contrast, shares of O'Reilly have declined 8 percent, Advance Auto Parts is off by 12 percent and only AutoZone managed to post a modest gain (2 percent). 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/659071null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/More-than-60-percent-of-Ford-Fusion-Fusion-Hybrid-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660154?ref=25 Ford Fusion and Fusion Hybrid America's most fuel-efficient midsize sedan is luring customers from other brands at a record pace with consideration from import shoppers at an all-time high. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/660154null XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Car-Care-Month-helps-build-long-lasting-relationsh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660051?ref=25 Getting the preventive maintenance message out to people and forming lasting customer relationships is the ultimate goal no matter where the event takes place for shops across the country during National Car Care Month, slated once again for April. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/102010/660051/ccmflash_flash.gif HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Vendor-Newsmaker-QampA-Curt-Boyer-Continental/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660058?ref=25 Curt Boyer is director of sales, Aftermarket, for Continental Corporation, a position he's held since 2007. He is responsible for managing the aftermarket sales organization in the NAFTA region. Prior to his sales management assignment, Boyer was the senior sales manager, responsible for national accounts, including AutoZone, CARQUEST, NAPA/Balkamp and Pep Boys. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660058null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Toyot-GM-lose-ground-with-consumers-in-February/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660213?ref=25 Amidst concerns over the Toyota recall, interest in several of the brand's popular models declined sharply in February on Cars.com. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/660213null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Bosal-appoints-Aad-Goudriaan-as-new-CEO/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660163?ref=25 The Bosal Group announced the appointment of Aad L. Goudriaan as the group's new CEO. He will take charge on April 1. Goudriaan joins the Bosal Group from DAF Trucks N.V. where he was president and vice-president of PACCAR Inc. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660163null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/NCMA-Knowledge-Exchange-conference-to-focus-on-edu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660192?ref=25 The 37th annual National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) Knowledge Exchange conference, April 24-27, in San Antonio, Texas, will feature technical breakout sessions and market expert presentations. The theme of the conference is Content Without Borders and will address the growing range of catalog and automotive product content required in the aftermarket. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660192null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Parts-Plus-of-New-Mexico-acquires-BampB-Brake-and-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660191?ref=25 Parts Plus of New Mexico, a Parts Plus member of the Automotive Distribution Network, has purchased the assets of B&B Brake and Suspension in the Albuquerque, N.M. market, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network. 2010-03-05T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660191null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Revamped-Raybestos-loyalty-program-free-to-technic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659975?ref=25 The Raybestos brand loyalty program has been restructured for 2010 to reward technicians for installing Raybestos brake and chassis products. The program is offered completely free-of-charge to all qualifying repair facilities and technicians. The Raybestos Rewards Program takes the place of the Raybestos Safety Center Program and is intended to increase participation and enhance brand awareness. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659975null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Glam-bags-offer-extra-storage/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661258?ref=25 Stocking Kiki C's recently launched reusable GlamBags on your shelves inspires "quart-size happiness for girls-on-the-go" of all ages, according to the company. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661258/CarStorageBags_660147_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661258/CarStorageBags_660147_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661258/CarStorageBags_660147_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Hardware+and+Fasteners/Valve-spring-reduces-stress/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661262?ref=25 COMP Cams designed a valve spring to reduce stress and increase valve train stability. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661262/ValveSrping_660156_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661262/ValveSrping_660156_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661262/ValveSrping_660156_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Keep-the-money-coming/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/658882?ref=25 I have been in this business for a long time. I've seen recessions and depressions. I've witnessed things I never thought I would see. Before I continue, I will say I've never seen the auto parts business this topsy-turvy. As a result, we have instituted a few changes to help us survive and possibly prosper. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658882/Smith-Thumb_thumbnail.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658882/Smith-Main_main.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658882null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Toyota-evaluates-acceleration-complaints-in-remedi/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/660151?ref=25 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., has received verifiable information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) about some vehicles whose owners have reported unintended acceleration after receiving the accelerator pedal recall remedies. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/660151null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/International-Lubricants-wins-technology-leadershi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659931?ref=25 International Lubricants Inc. announced it has won another lubricant technology award from research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659931null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Tire-pressure-tool-simplified/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661261?ref=25 OTC's new Tire Pressure Reset Tool is a fast and simple to use standalone TPMS activation and reset system supporting sensors through the 2009 model year. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661261/TirePressureReset_660146_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661261/TirePressureReset_660146_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661261/TirePressureReset_660146_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/CARB-approval-granted-to-Roush-propane-powered-For/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660031?ref=25 The California Air Resources Board has granted certification approving Roush propane-powered Ford F-250 and F-350 pickups. The certification recognizes these alternative fuel vehicles for having met the state's strict emission standards, and allows their sale and operation across all 50 states. This is valid for the 2010 Ford F-250 and F-350 models with the 5.4-liter V8 engine. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/660031null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Tire-designed-for-long-haul/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661259?ref=25 Yokohama's new premium long-haul steer tire, the Zenvironment 101ZL, is EPA SmartWay verified for low rolling resistance, the company reports. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661259/LongHaulSteerTire_660149_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661259/LongHaulSteerTire_660149_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661259/LongHaulSteerTire_660149_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Tenneco-forms-JV-in-China-with-FAW-Sihuan-to-suppl/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659905?ref=25 Tenneco Inc. has announced a joint venture with Changchun FAW Sihuan Group Ltd., a subsidiary of FAW Group Corporation, to supply emission control components and systems for passenger and commercial vehicles. The new JV will be based in Changchun, China. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659905null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Tire-is-a-Top-25-rollout/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661260?ref=25 Michelin's XHA 2 loader tire has been honored by Aggregates Manager magazine as one of the publication's "Top 25 RollOuts" for 2009. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661260/SelfcleaningTire_660155_75_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661260/SelfcleaningTire_660155_75_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661260/SelfcleaningTire_660155_75_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Remanufactured-alloy-wheels-on-market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661257?ref=25 Keystone's remanufactured OEM alloy wheels and wheel covers for budget-minded customers are thoroughly inspected and quality certified for the life of the vehicle, the company says. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661257/AlloyWheel_660157_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661257/AlloyWheel_660157_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/122010/661257/AlloyWheel_660157_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Prolong-sponsors-Sprint-Car-racer-Mathew-Shedarowi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659982?ref=25 Prolong Super Lubricants will sponsor Sprint Car racer Mathew Mad Dog Shedarowich, the youngest competitor in the USAC/CRA Racing Series. Shedarowich drives a USAC 410 cubic-inch, non-wing Sprint Car emblazoned with the Prolong Super Lubricants logo. 2010-03-04T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659982null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/Federated-to-sponsor-Cleveland-Auto-Rama/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659778?ref=25 Federated Auto Parts will sponsor the 44th annual Auto-Rama custom car show March 19-21 at the Cleveland International Exposition Center (I-X Center). 2010-03-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/motorage/102010/659778null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Dale-Jarrett-Racing-Adventure-sets-back-to-back-sa/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659823?ref=25 Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure, Inc., the "Full Throttle" lifetime experience company, announces that it broke all-time sales records for January and February. January sales exceeded $127,000 eclipsing 09's sales by over 14 percent and beating 07's previous best by 11 percent. February's $178,000 in sales blew away the previous February record by 23 percent. 2010-03-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659823null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Wix-Filters-auctions-signed-oil-filters-collection/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659779?ref=25 Wix Filters, part of the Affinia Group, is auctioning a collection of six pink oil filter banks signed by 47 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers as part of its Filter Out Cancer campaign. The campaign aims to raise money for the American Cancer Society. 2010-03-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659779null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Wal-Marts-great-wall/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/658876?ref=25 Years ago I told – maybe more like warned – readers that Wal-Mart wanted it all. It wasn’t going to settle for just selling groceries, electronics, sporting goods, furniture, toiletries, jewelry, household goods, furniture, cadavers (not really – just wanted to see if you were paying attention) and auto parts. 2010-03-03T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658876/Silvey-Thumb_thumbnail.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658876/Silvey-Main_main.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658876null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Daimler-AG-reports-a-total-of-15827-vehicles-sold-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659598?ref=25 Mercedes-Benz USA today reported February sales of 15,385 vehicles, an 8.4 percent improvement over February 2009 and a 24 percent increase on a year-to-date basis. 14,870 passenger cars, light trucks and 515 Sprinter vans are included in this total. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659598null XML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Genuine-Parts-Company-completes-acquisition-of-BC-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659654?ref=25 Genuine Parts Company announced today that its Industrial Parts Group, Motion Industries, has completed the acquisition of the North American assets of BC Bearing (BC Bearing and US Bearings), effective March 1, 2010. The Company had previously announced the pending agreement to acquire these assets on December 21, 2009. The Company will no longer be acquiring the assets of Norcan Fluid Power. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659654null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/National-Autotech-adopts-Mitchell-1s-enterprise-sy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659454?ref=25 Mitchell 1 has announced National Autotech Inc., doing business as City Garage of Duncanville, Texas, has adopted Mitchell 1's Manager Enterprise program for all of its service locations. City Garage operates 16 full service and repair facilities in the Dallas and Fort Worth metropolitan area. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659454null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Cordless-impact-wrench-provides-power/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659927?ref=25 Snap-on's new 3/8-inch micro cordless impact wrench (CT561) provides power and speed in a small package, delivering up to 50-ft-lbs of max torque output while delivering 2500 RPM's and 3,000 blows per minute. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659927/ImpactWrench_659638_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659927/ImpactWrench_659638_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659927/ImpactWrench_659638_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Johnson-Controls-acquires-lighting-services-compan/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659532?ref=25 Johnson Controls Inc., the global industrial leader in providing energy efficient and sustainable products, services and solutions, has announced the acquisition of National Energy Services, a lighting services company headquartered in Roswell, Ga. Specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659532null XML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Mitsubishi-Motors-reports-February-sales/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659628?ref=25 Mitsubishi Motors North America today announced February 2010 sales of 4,019, a slight decrease (1 percent) from January sales. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659628null XML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Chrysler-Group-LLC-reports-February-2010-US-sales-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659596?ref=25 Chrysler Group LLC today reported total U.S. sales for January of 84,449 units, a slight increase versus the same time period last year (84,050 units) and an increase of 48 percent compared with January 2010 (57,143 units). 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659596null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Kasey-Kahne-Crew-Chief-Kenny-Francis-wins-NASCAR-M/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659515?ref=25 Kenny Francis, crew chief of the #9 Budweiser Ford driven by Kasey Kahne, was presented the NASCAR Moog "Problem Solver of the Race" Award in recognition of the team's first top-10 finish of the season, in Sunday's Shelby American Sprint Cup race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659515null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/NAPA-Stores-to-stock-Green-Grease-products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659274?ref=25 NAPA Auto Parts Stores recently announced the availability of Green Grease, a waterproof, synthetic polymer grease. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659274null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Frost-amp-Sullivan-Special-Report-Audio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/658873?ref=25 Vehicle audio systems are one of the most popular upgrades to a vehicle among modification enthusiasts and end-users, just after tires and wheels. While showing negative sales growth in 2009, unit sales of vehicle audio systems are expected to increase in 2010, with the North American economy showing slow signs of improvement. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658873/FS-Thumb_thumbnail.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658873/FS_Main_main.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658873/FS_Flash_flash.gif HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Hyundai-Motor-America-reports-February-2010-sales/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659613?ref=25 Hyundai Motor America today announced February sales of 34,004 units, up 11 percent versus February 2009 and the same amount over January of this year. This marks the fourteenth consecutive month of year-over-year retail market share gains for Hyundai and our best retail share performance since the government?s ?Cash-for-Clunkers? program in August 2009. 2010-03-02T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659613null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/The-Autolite-Challenge-puts-spark-plugs-to-the-tes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659247?ref=25 The Autolite team is ready to put their spark plugs to the test with The Autolite Challenge, a new program for 2010 that combines an online instant win game and money-back guarantee for consumers, and a training and rewards opportunity for technicians. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659247null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/WIX-Filters-sets-product-development-record-in-200/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659223?ref=25 WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, developed 414 new part numbers in 2009, shattering its previous high mark set in 2008 by almost 100 filters. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659223null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/PR+Newswire/Wonder-Auto-Technology-Inc-to-present-at-the-upcom/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/659214?ref=25 Wonder Auto Technology Inc., a leading supplier of automotive electric parts, suspension products and engine components in China, will be presenting at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual China Investment Conference in March 7-9, in Beijing. The conference will be held at The Regent Hotel at 99 Jinbao Street. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlenewsfeed/searchautoparts/102010/659214null XML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Virtual-Aftermarket-eForum-still-open-for-business/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659222?ref=25 The inaugural Virtual Aftermarket eForum, the educational symposium focused exclusively on e-commerce and business technology in the aftermarket, is still open. Originally held on Sept. 30, 2009, the eForum's presentations, virtual trade show and all the content from the Resource Center are still available to registered attendees on-demand until March 30. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/102010/659222null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/The-sweet-spot/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/658448?ref=25 When it comes to the subject of the aftermarket sweet spot there is no shortage of opinions on whether it is shrinking, getting wider or being totally redefined. 2010-03-01T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658448/Thumb_thumbnail.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658448/Main_main.gif http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/092010/658448/FLash_flash.gif HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Storage+Containers/Automotive-stationary-storage-is-redesigned/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659916?ref=25 Lista International Corp. introduces its redesigned automotive stationary storage and workbench system. 2010-02-28T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659916/StationaryStorage_659207_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659916/StationaryStorage_659207_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659916/StationaryStorage_659207_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Remanufactured%2FRebuilt+Products/Line-of-blower-and-cooling-fan-motors-expanded/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659910?ref=25 Continental Corp. has expanded its full line of VDO HVAC blower motors, cooling fan motors and cooling fan assemblies to more than 1,400 SKUs. 2010-02-28T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659910null REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Vehicle+Lifts/Heavy-duty-service-jacks-are-available/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/659914?ref=25 OTC has released two new heavy-duty (HD) service jacks: the OTC 6-ton (P/N 5206) and 10-ton HD (P/N 5210) service jacks. 2010-02-28T05:00:00Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659914/ServiceJacks_659204_100_thumbnail.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659914/ServiceJacks_659204_100_main.jpg http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/102010/659914/ServiceJacks_659204_100_flash.jpg REMOTE