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I offer vehicle inspections at my shop.
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I am a distributor and I encourage increased sale of vehicle maintenance parts.
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I host lane-check events or Car Care Fairs.
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Electric Motors Corporation names Roger Umbaugh CFO

March 12, 2010

Electric Motors Corporation (EMCO), developer of electric pickup trucks and drive systems, has appointed Roger Umbaugh to the company as its Chief Financial Officer.

Source: Aftermarket Business

Snap-on's Ward to head AASA Board of Governors

March 12, 2010

Tom Ward, president of Snap-on Tools Group, has been elected as 2010 chairman of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Board of Governors.

Source: Aftermarket Business

Smart driving, sales push

March 11, 2010

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

Snow hit areas report double-digit sales lift in winter-related auto products

March 11, 2010

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America launches new Web site

March 11, 2010

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

DENSO donates to Chile earthquake relief

March 10, 2010

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.

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