California Enacts Law Prohibiting Installation Of Unsafe Used Tires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new used tire law, which forbids the installation of unsafe used tires on vehicles in the state.
TechForce Foundation Announces Sponsorship Of TMCFutureTech Skills Competition
Approximately 60 students are expected to compete on Sept. 16 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Alliance Wraps Up Summer Shareholder Meeting And Hosts Information Technology Meeting
During the four-day conference, hundreds of channel partners as well as Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper shareholders attended committee and board meetings, panel discussions, shareholder workshops, a channel partner mixer, networking opportunities and more.
David Alspaugh Named 2018 Mitchell 1 Educator Of The Year
As the 2018 recipient, Alspaugh receives a one-year complimentary subscription to Mitchell 1’s ProDemand diagnostic, estimating and auto repair information software for the school where he teaches, as well as a check for $500 and a recognition certificate.
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Concludes Summer Shareholder Meeting In Phoenix
“This was a great meeting,” said Scott Bennett, Alliance chairman of the board and president of Bennett Auto Supply. “Our meeting was overwhelmingly productive and it was great to see all of our channel partners under one roof as we prepare them for our visit to AAPEX with 5,000 of our technician customers during the Aftermarket Jackpot this November.”
Barrett Automotive: Providing Impeccable Service In Cornelia, GA
As the owners and operators of Barrett Automotive, a Confidence Plus® Certified Service Center and Bumper to Bumper customer, Justin and Nicole Barrett have built a solid team that includes two technicians who, along with Justin, work on all makes and models of vehicles. The shop now boasts six bays, up from two, since construction of a new building was completed in July 2017.
TechForce Summit Emphasizes Collective Action
In an effort to continue to build momentum for TechForce Foundation’s FutureTech Success campaign, 30 industry leaders gathered on Jan. 30-31 in Phoenix for the inaugural, annual summit of the FutureTech Success National Leadership Cabinet. Participants ranged from the heads of national associations such as ASE and SkillsUSA, to corporate chief marketing officers and HR/technical
Upgrading Brake & Front End
Earlier this year, we upgraded Brake & Front End’s website. We completely redesigned the site to make it more mobile phone- and tablet-friendly. Now, it is easier than ever to view past and present digital issues of Brake & Front End, renew your subscription and find technical articles on the fly.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance’s Summer Shareholder Meeting Crosses The Finish Line
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance finished its Annual Summer Shareholder Meeting in triumphant fashion in Louisville, Kentucky, last week. “It was a wonderful meeting,” said Doug Washbish, president and CEO of Moog Louisville Warehouse, a Bumper to Bumper member. “This meeting brings us together as a group, to leverage our strengths and to strategically address
John Rush Joins Elite As Business Development Coach
Elite has announced that John Rush has joined the company as its newest business development coach. In his new role, Rush will utilize his 27 years of experience as a successful shop owner to provide 1-on-1 business building guidance to current shop owners throughout the U.S. Before retiring in 2012, John Rush ran two of