Federated Auto Parts Adds New Features to Redesigned Website
Federated Auto Parts has redesigned its website to offer more information for its members and their service technician customers. The updated site offers new training and tech tips, plus enhanced information about Federated marketing and support programs for professional service technicians.
Successful APA Conference Continues Group’s Momentum and ‘Looking Ahead’ Spirit
Automotive Parts Associates’ (APA) 31st annual Shareholders’ & Manufacturers’ Conference, held Mar. 15-17 in Phoenix, AZ, boasted 66 members, 69 vendors and their guests in attendance, nearly mirroring the turnout of last year’s very successful event.
Suspension Tech: Monotube Shocks and Struts
When the monotube design was invented back in the 1950s, it was a revolutionary breakthrough in shock absorber technology. The floating piston and high pressure gas charge solved the foaming problem that had plagued conventional hydraulic shocks for a long time.
New AAPEX Education Sessions Geared for Parts Stores, Repair Shops
Among the 30 education sessions scheduled for the Learning Forum at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), nine have been specifically designed for parts store and repair shop attendees, including two technical training programs for technicians and shop owners, offered by the Car Care Professionals Network (CCPN) and AWDA Manufacturers Advisory Council.
Federated Members Choose Federal-Mogul as Outstanding Vendor of the Year
Federated Auto Parts recognized Federal-Mogul with its Outstanding Vendor of the Year Award for 2010. The award was presented by Bo Fisher, chairman of Federated Auto Parts, during Federated’s national meeting and annual awards dinner on April 28.
Professionals’ Choice Auto Parts Warehouse Distributors Announce Scratch & Win Grand-Prize Winner
This year’s grand-prize winner of the Professionals’ Choice Scratch & Win $10,000 Promotion is Hamid Esmailion, owner of Hank The Mechanic in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada. Hamid received the entry scratch ticket from APM Limited, who is a Bestbuy Distributors, Ltd. member, who in turn is a member of Automotive Parts Associates. Hank the
AP Performance, Autolite/Fram (Honeywell), Leacree and More Join ShowMeTheParts.com
With our most recent additions of the AP Performance, Autolite/Fram (Honeywell), Leacree, Performance Radiator, Precision Parts Australia, Prime Guard, Rainy Day Wipers and Security Filters lines, ShowMeTheParts.com now includes more than 150 brands, covering almost 2,200 part types.
WORLDPAC Hosts First-Time Supplier & Training EXPO
Successful event supported customers through specialized training.
WORLDPAC Hosts First-Time Supplier & Training EXPO
Successful event supported customers through specialized training.
Tech Tip: Strut Installation Issues
The left or right suspension strut installs OK, but the other side won’t line up correctly.