Registration Brochure For GAAS 2014 In Chicago Is Now Available
The registration brochure for the 2014 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS), “Connected,” is now available at the organization’s website. GAAS 2014 will take place May 20-21 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill.
WD-40 Specialist/SEMA Cares Foose Ford F-350 Raises $200,000 For Charity At Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction
The WD-40 Specialist/SEMA Cares Foose Ford F-350 made its final stop around the country on Wednesday, Jan. 15, and received a winning bid of $200,000 at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, with all proceeds benefiting Childhelp, Victory Junction and the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.
University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2014 Officers And Board Of Trustees
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation announces its newly elected officers for the coming year.
University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Public Service Announcements Hit The Airwaves
The popular television shows “Two Guys Garage” and “Truck U” will air public service announcements promoting the virtues of education and the availability of scholarships for those seeking a career in the auto care industry.
Automotive Aftermarket Riders’ Club To ‘Ride For The Future’ For University Of The Aftermarket Foundation
The Automotive Aftermarket Riders’ Club (AARC) annual motorcycle ride from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon will have extra importance in 2013 as the riders will ride for the future, raising funds for the University of the Aftermarket Foundation. AARC seeks sponsors and pledges for its ride and plans to donate all proceeds to the foundation.
Northwood University To Host Third Annual Auto Show Gala And Live Auction
Northwood University will host its third annual Northwood University Auto Show Gala later this week. The theme for this year’s fundraiser is “You and Me in ’63” and will take place on Friday, Sept. 27 at the Midland Country Club in Midland, Mich. A strolling dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a live auction to follow at 7:30 p.m. The event will celebrate the Auto Show’s 50th anniversary with a showcase of vehicles from 1963 and also will bring back The Simone Vitale Band for dancing following the auction.
National Pronto Association Donates $100,000 To University Of The Aftermarket Foundation
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation extends sincere thanks to National Pronto Association for its recent contribution of $100,000 to help educate those who have the drive to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket.
Streamlight Marks Third Year As Sponsor Of The Travis Manion Foundation
Streamlight Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights, recently marked its third year of involvement as a sponsor of The Travis Manion Foundation, contributing to programs that honor and assist the nation’s veterans, first responders, and families of fallen heroes.
WD-40 And Chip Foose Partner To Design New Ford Off-Road Truck For SEMA Charity
Two of the biggest names in the automotive world are teaming up again – this time to design a custom off-road truck that will be the first vehicle built inside the new, state-of-the-art SEMA Garage. WD-40 Co. and Foose Design, through a partnership with the Alex Xydias Center for Automotive Arts, will have leading SEMA manufacturers working alongside underprivileged teens and young adults to install parts and equipment on the Foose-inspired vehicle, dubbed the WD-40/SEMA Cares Foose Ford F-150.
Founder Of Eden Prairie Auto Shop Wins National Humanitarian Award
National automotive aftermarket parts distributor Mighty Auto Parts recently recognized the volunteerism and charitable work of its business partners with the “Mightiest of the Mighty” awards. One of the three national winners was Bobby Williams, founder and senior partner of Bobby & Steve’s Auto World, which provides the Greater Minneapolis area automotive service, parts and maintenance products at eight area locations. Keith Boyd from Columbus, Ohio, and David Epperly from Columbus, Ga., were also recognized.