Aftermarket Business

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Misconceptions about ELD Mandate changes clarified by VDO RoadLog product managers

Many drivers and fleets believe that the mandate has imposed new restrictions on long-established HOS compliance rules, and RoadLog product managers are aiming to inform fleets and owner operators about the realities of the mandate.
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ITW consolidates maintenance chemicals brands under Full Throttle Performance Products lineup

ITW Professional Automotive Products introduces a newly updated Full Throttle® Performance Products brand of automotive aftermarket maintenance chemicals for professional installers and service providers.
UPS

New logistics services target automotive aftermarket

Automotive aftermarket manufacturers and suppliers are under increasing pressure to improve supply chain performance. New services from DB Schenker and UPS could help them optimize operations.
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Using data to maintain a competitive advantage

The automotive industry is going through a period of significant change thanks to advances in technology. Electric cars and self-driving vehicles, which once seemed futuristic, are now very much a reality. Those in the auto-parts industry are not imm
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Online training program scores with a generation of gamers by screening interactive animations

A trending trainee e-learning system that plays like a three-dimensional video game is preparing potential technicians and parts personnel for real-world work.
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Associations rallying opposition to Trump’s tariffs

Industry leaders are uniting with numerous other business organizations in pushing back against President Donald Trump’s announced imposition of tariffs on selected imports of steel and aluminum. 
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Do you want to increase your auto part business in Latin America, Caribbean?

More than 350 international auto part manufacturers and distributors gather in Panama each year for the Latin Auto Parts Expo.

Tenneco to acquire Federal-Mogul, create two independent public companies

Tenneco has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Federal-Mogu from Icahn Enterprises L.P. for a total consideration of $5.4 billion to be funded through cash, Tenneco equity and assumption of debt.
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Clearlake Capital Acquires Wheel Pros

Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. has acquired Wheel Pros Holdings, LLC in partnership with Wheel Pros' management team. Wheel Pros is a leading designer, marketer and distributor of branded automotive aftermarket wheels, performance tires and access
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NGK expands sponsorship with NHRA top sportsman driver Don O'Neal

NGK Spark Plugs is extending their sponsorship with NHRA Top Sportsman Driver and US Army Veteran Don O'Neal through the 2019 season, taking the primary entitlement spot on the hood of his 632 Big Block Chevy.

Special Reports

Auto service franchise owners say their recommendation is the best marketing tool

More than three-fourths (77 percent) of the auto service franchise owners and managers responding to the Aftermarket Business World 2018 Auto Service Franchise Study of four product categories said their recommendation to customers was thei
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Past Reports

Auto service franchise owners say their recommendation is the best marketing tool
Independent repair shops favor Facebook, Google Plus for marketing
Auto parts resellers cite quality as top need of professional customers

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Here are Aftermarket Business World's highlights from AAPEX 2015

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Last week, the Aftermarket Business World team attended the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas from November 3-5. Take a look at some of our photos and top stories below....Read more. 

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Mini Crimper and Pump
Gates’ new battery-operated pump has a sealed bladder reservoir that prevents contamination and allows the pump to operate in any position.
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