Amy Mattinat Elected New President Of Car Care Council Women’s Board
The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) announces Amy Mattinat, Auto Craftsmen, has been elected the new president of the organization, effective following the WB reception at AAPEX on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nev. In this position, Mattinat will preside over all meetings and board leadership, and supervise the activities of the board for a three-year term.
Multi Parts Supply Announces 2013 GAAS Scholarship Recipients
Multi Parts Supply (MPS) has announced the four recent recipients of the MPS scholarships awarded through the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS). This year sets a record for the number of scholarships granted in a single year by the aftermarket auto parts developer and manufacturer.
Casite Announces 90th Anniversary Promotion July And August Winners
Casite, makers of Motor Honey, has awarded more than $5,500 in prize money over the past seven months to help celebrate the company’s 90th anniversary. The promotion began on Feb. 1, and will continue through October. Each month, nine lucky contestants are awarded a $90 Visa gift card.
Join The Counterfeit Tools Conversation at NASTF’s 2013 Fall General Meeting
Thinking about heading to the AAPEX and SEMA shows? Also attend NASTF Fall 2013 General Meeting while you’re in Las Vegas. GM’s Bob Stewart will address the issue of counterfeit tools.
FMI Automotive Adds Import Nameplate Water Pump Coverage
FMI Automotive has expanded its line of premium performance water pumps to include new part numbers for Infiniti, Nissan, Audi, Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz cars and light trucks. In addition, the company has recently added new heavy duty water pump coverage that fits Cummins engines.
New Diesel Class Added To AVI Conference Schedule
AVI has announced the addition of a new Diesel Class to the AVI Conference schedule. The class, Dodge Cummins 6.7L Highlights, will be taught by Tony Salas. The AVI Conference takes place Nov. 4-5 in the Venetian/Palazzo Congress Center in Las Vegas, in conjunction with AAPEX.
WIX Announces Top 20 Schools In ‘2013 School Of The Year’ Competition
WIX Filters and O’Reilly Auto Parts, partners with Tomorrow’s Tech as title sponsors for the “2013 School of the Year” competition, have announced the Top 20 schools selected from nearly 160 entrants in the U.S.
Magnum Gaskets By MSI Triples Size Of Product Line
Magnum Gaskets has tripled its product offering to nearly 1,000 SKUs as part of its continued growth initiative. Over the past 12 months, world-class head gaskets, head sets and head bolts have joined Magnum’s line of premium-quality valve cover, oil pan and manifold gaskets at very competitive prices. Magnum’s make and model application coverage also continues to climb with the addition of newer models and specialized vehicles in diesel and high performance markets.
Guest Editorial: Buying Counterfeit Scan Tools Goes Way Beyond Just ‘Buyer Beware’
Our business is serious, and we have a high expectation of quality along with a parallel expectation of support for the tool we will depend on. When the counterfeit tool fails, we lose productivity. When the counterfeit tool turns the ECM to a brick, we lose money.
WIX Filters Sponsors Tomorrow’s Technician’s ‘2013 School Of The Year’ Competition
WIX Filters and O’Reilly Auto Parts have partnered with Tomorrow’s Technician as title sponsors for the “2013 School of the Year” competition, a national contest to find and name the best technician training school in the country. Schools can nominate their programs for the award by Aug. 26.