Akebono Brake Corporation Receives Third Import Product Award
The Import Product and Marketing Awards recognize innovative products and marketing programs designed to serve the import aftermarket.
American & Import Auto Repair Hosts Successful Women’s Car Care Clinic
The American & Import Auto Repair women’s clinic focused on ways women can stay safe, save money and learn more about their car. Some of the areas covered included how to change a flat tire and what to look for under the hood.
18th Annual Awards Recognize Excellence In The Import Aftermarket
“The Import Vehicle Community takes pride in recognizing our industry’s key leaders through our programs and events,” said Ira Davis, chairman. “Our annual awards program is a wonderful forum to recognize those individuals who have made great contributions to our industry.”
Bosch Community Fund Donates $100,000 To The University Of The Aftermarket Foundation To Fund Scholarships For Automotive Technology Students
The Bosch Community Fund, along with the Bosch Automotive Aftermarket Business Division, has established a $100,000 fund for the University of the Aftermarket Foundation to provide approximately 25 automotive scholarships each year over a three-year period. The fund is an important element in Bosch’s comprehensive strategy to help equip the automotive workforce of the future
Pennzoil Drives Vehicle Donation For Paralyzed Veterans Of America
Pennzoil this past weekend donated three retrofitted Toyota vehicles to three deserving veterans as part of the continued relationship between Pennzoil and Paralyzed Veterans of America. The 2013 Toyota Sienna XLE vans were unveiled and presented to the veterans prior to the 500-mile race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Oct. 12. Each veteran recipient received a vehicle of their choosing, retrofitted to their specific need.
The Trend In New Vehicle Sales And The Impact On You
Here in the states, you don’t have to look very hard to find Hyundai and Kia vehicles. They are not only becoming quite popular, but in the first half of this year their combined U.S. market share was 9%; putting them ahead of Nissan, and right behind Honda. I am mentioning this to you because it wasn’t very long ago when these two brands were unknown in the U.S., and because I feel this increase offers a peek into the future.
Tech Talk: Electric Vehicle Conversion
The electric vehicle’s (EV) popularity among consumers is rising due to its zero emissions, increased efficiency and lower operating costs. While some will choose to purchase a new EV, there has been a growing group of enthusiasts who would rather convert or have someone else switch their petroleum-burning vehicles into electric drive.
Automotive Service Association Of Michigan Launches A Special ‘Members Only’ Community Website And Updates The Main Site
ASA-Michigan announces the launching of a new “Members Only” community website and the revamping of their main site (which contains a brief video about the community website). The community website has multiple folders that include a virtual library, people, groups, discussions, blogs and news.
Auto International Association Presents the 2011 AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards
The Auto International Association (AIA), the import segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), has announced the recipients of the 2011 AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards. The winners were honored at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, NV.
President Obama to Tour Northern Virginia Community College’s Auto Repair Program
President Barack Obama will be touring Northern Virginia Community College’s automotive service program on Wednesday. He will be meeting with students that are part of the school’s “Drive 2 Employment program.” He will also tour the school’s classrooms and laboratories.