Dorman Adds More New Aftermarket Revenue with New Products, New Solutions and New Opportunities
Dorman Products has announced its new product introductions and line extensions that were introduced at the 2005 AAPEX show in Las Vegas. The new product categories and extended coverage provide distributors with more revenue opportunities and the opportunity to allow service dealers to source these products from their preferred supplier – their aftermarket distributor. In all, the company will introduce more than 2,000 new parts to the aftermarket in 2006.
Dorman Announces New Aftermarket Brand Strategy
Since 1918, Dorman Products has been known by a number of different names including Dorman, R & B, Motormite and Motormite/Dorman. Recently, parent company R&B, Inc. announced plans to leverage the well-known Dorman name as the corporate brand across its product categories.
CRP 2006 Belt Application Catalog Unveiled at AAPEX
CRP Industries, Inc. has announced that its 2006 Domestic and Import catalogs are ready for distribution. The new 2006 catalogs cover model years up to 2005 on an extensive range of cars, light trucks and SUVs in the NAFTA market. CRP has continued to add a complete range of the latest ContiTech serpentine belts, timing belts and timing belt tensioner kits to their already extensive program.
Aftermarket Update: New Hampshire Store Manager Named 2005 Counterman Magazine Counterperson of the Year
Akron, OH – When New England customers say that Sanel Auto Parts is their “first call” for auto parts, what they really mean is that they rely on veteran store manager Dennis Call to solve their automotive parts needs. Because of Call’s dedication to his industry and customers, Counterman magazine named the Sanel Auto Parts
Equus Announces Extended Technical Support Hours
Equus Products, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of gauges and test equipment for the automotive aftermarket, recently announced it will extend its technical support hours. The new hours will be Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., U.S. Pacific time, and will officially go into effect Jan. 2, 2006.
Henkel Launching Loctite 1001 Applications Contest for Technicians
Henkel Corp. is launching an applications contest for its Loctite brand in the automotive and heavy-duty aftermarkets. The promotion is open to all professional technicians and will be promoted under the theme, "How do you use your Loctite?" The contest will start on January 1, 2006 and run through June 30, 2006.
Meineke Names Hunter Preferred Equipment Provider
Meineke Car Care Centers has named Hunter its preferred vendor of alignment and wheel service equipment offered to Meineke shops through the company’s dealer equipment program.
Visteon SpecTRACKular Web Game Invites Aftermarket Pros to Win
Visteon Corporation has introduced a free web-based promotion that encourages automotive aftermarket professionals to compete for a variety of attractive prizes. By predicting the outcomes of the last 10 races of the 2005 NASCAR season, participants can win a grand-prize expenses-paid trip for two to the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
Dana Corporation Coating Technologies Lower Emissions, Improve Engine Durability and Performance
Dana Corporation has announced that it has developed two advanced coating processes for engine bearings and piston rings that greatly improve their durability. Products with these advanced coatings will be on display at the 61st International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, through Sept. 25 at Dana’s exhibit.
Dana Corporation to Supply Advanced Drivetrain, Sealing Systems for Redesigned Ford Explorer
Dana Corporation announced recently that it will supply the front axle assembly, as well as driveshafts and advanced sealing technologies, for the 2006 Ford Explorer.