‘The Group’ Leadership Meets To Chart Growth Strategy
A strategic planning session for the recently formed Automotive Parts Services Group (The Group) was held Feb. 9-11 in Costa Rica. The Group was formed through the merger of the Pronto and Federated program groups with a goal to maximize effectiveness through a combination of efforts and resources. With a focus on continued collaboration, the
Vehicle Manufacturers’ Privacy Principles Fail To Adequately Provide Consumers Control Of Their Car’s Data
On Wednesday, Nov. 12, the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers released “Consumer Privacy Protection Principles,” which are intended to provide car owners with a set of principles regarding the sharing of the personal information available over vehicle telematics systems. While the Auto Care Association applauds the car companies for taking
20 Years of OBDII Connection
In 1994, select Toyota, GM and Ford models were sold with OBDII emission systems. To the amazement of many technicians, all of these models came with the same diagnostic connector called the data link connector or DLC. In 1995, 40 percent of vehicles sold had a common DLC. By the 1996 model year, all vehicles
ZF Services Setting Trends At Automechanika 2014
From product innovations and tailor-made solutions for the daily repair shop routine to strategic digital campaigns: ZF Services is utilizing the 2014 Automechanika Frankfurt trade show taking place this week as a showcase to share experience with customers the innovations it’s developing. The company said it also hopes to engage in an industry dialogue about
NHTSA Moves Forward With V2V Communications Technology Implementation
On Aug. 18, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) released an advance notice of proposed rulemaking with a goal of requiring vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication capability for light vehicles, including passenger cars and light truck vehicles. The rule would create minimum performance requirements for V2V devices and messages. The notice also included an outline for
Car Care Council Updates Popular Car Care Guide, 80-Page Guide Now In Color
The non-profit Car Care Council has totally redesigned its popular Car Care Guide, adding 20 additional pages of new information to help motorists be car care aware by better understanding the when, why and how of caring for their vehicles. “Since first introduced, the easy-to-follow Car Care Guide has become a valuable resource for shop
Stone Fort Group Says NACE | CARS 2014 Was Bigger, Better In Motor City
From BodyShop Business Stone Fort Group has declared NACE | CARS July 30 through Aug. 2 as an “exceptional week” considering the celebrities, industry giants, technical experts, live demos and a wide array of leading industry associations that converged in the Motor City. With more than 6,500 automotive industry professionals visiting the Expo and 8,000-plus
AAPEXedu To Offer Three New Customized Programs And More Than 40 Sessions
This year’s AAPEXedu will address the most difficult challenges facing attendees by offering three, all-new customized programs and more than 40 education sessions, all at no cost to attendees. The 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) is set for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nev.,
Dan Freeman, Industry Veteran of 50 Years, Takes a Look Back & A Look Ahead
A Cleveland, OH, native, Dan’s career began in 1964 working with his father who was in the wholesale/retail tire business, leasing space in a large discount store and selling passenger and truck tires. Fast-forward 50 years, and Dan, who’s been at the helm of Automotive Parts Associates (APA) for 25 years, looks back on his storied and successful career, and looks forward to giving back to the industry in his well-deserved retirement that begins later this month.
Automotive Parts Associates Announces 2014 Manufacturer & Member Award Recipients
At the Automotive Parts Associates’ (APA) 33rd Annual Shareholders’ and Manufacturers Conference this week, the 2014 award recipients were announced.