SEMA Elects New Board Members
On June 11, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Board of Directors announced election results, with the addition of several new board members. Wade Kawasaki of the Coker Group has been elected as the chairman-elect and joins the association for the 2015-’17 term. Kawasaki fills the position previously held by Doug Evans, executive vice president of Luken Communications.
K&N Filters Expands Team Lucas Relationship In 2015
K&N Filters announced that it has expanded its 2015 Team Lucas involvement to encompass multiple racing series this year. For 2015, K&N Filters has been named “Official Sponsor of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series” and “Official Filter of the Lucas Oil Modified Series.” In addition, K&N Filters has stepped up to provide sponsorship
Rotary Lift Named 2014 Equipment Vendor Of The Year By KOI Auto Parts
KOI Auto Parts, a leading automotive parts provider in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana and West Virginia, has named Rotary Lift its 2014 Equipment Vendor of the Year. The annual award recognizes a manufacturer’s product quality, sales and service support, inventory supply speed, and sales volume. “We have a very strong relationship with Rotary Lift, and we
Brake Job: 2010 Ford Fiesta
What’s so significant about the 2010-current Ford Fiesta brakes? First, the Ford Fiesta is one of the first sub-compacts on the market with the “Full Monty” of ABS/ESC/EBC/TC to come as standard. 2014-current models even have torque vectoring. Second, this vehicle uses an old technology to solve a modern problem with cars equipped with electronic
What Every Shop Owner Needs To Know About Accountants
In order to build a successful auto repair shop, there are a number of things you will have to do. You will need to have clearly defined goals, a plan, and you will need to surround yourself with successful people. You will need gifted techs and advisors, a great support staff, the help of marketing
Fuse5 Announces ‘Pick Your Fantasy With Ken Schrader’ Contest
Fuse5, a provider of cloud-based software for the automotive aftermarket, has announced its “Pick Your Fantasy with Ken Schrader” contest. Through its partnership with veteran NASCAR racer Ken Schrader, Fuse5 will be providing one AAPEX attendee an opportunity to spend a day with Schrader. Entries for the contest may be completed on the company’s website,
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Names CARS OnDemand As A New Training Provider
The Automotive Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance announced that CARS OnDemand, an Internet-based training provider, will be its partner in Alliance University (Alliance U). Alliance U delivers a strong curriculum of online training that is available on any schedule with a full range of topics from human resources, safety, sales and automotive technology. Alliance U is
Babcox Media Unveils New Online Job Board Destination, AutoCareCareerhub.Com
Babcox Media Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of AutoCareCareerHub.com. AutoCareCareerHub.com builds upon the strengths of AutoProJobs.com, the company’s niche job board serving the auto repair, service, collision, parts distribution and heavy-duty segments of the automotive aftermarket. AutoCareCareerHub.com is a digital destination for automotive professionals who are looking for job openings and companies that
Stone Fort Group Says NACE | CARS 2014 Was Bigger, Better In Motor City
From BodyShop Business Stone Fort Group has declared NACE | CARS July 30 through Aug. 2 as an “exceptional week” considering the celebrities, industry giants, technical experts, live demos and a wide array of leading industry associations that converged in the Motor City. With more than 6,500 automotive industry professionals visiting the Expo and 8,000-plus
Zep Automotive Introduces New Patent-Pending Non-Chlorinated 50-State Compliant Brake Cleaner
Zep Automotive, a unit of Zep Inc., recently announced the introduction of its reformulated, non-chlorinated 50-state compliant Brake Cleaner featuring an ultra-low VOC content with full-strength cleaning power. Zep Automotive’s Patent Pending Brake Cleaner delivers excellent cleaning power while meeting California ARB, OTC and LADCO VOC requirements, according to the company. It quickly and easily