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New AIA Canada board members, executive in place

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has announced the election of three new directors to the 2025-2027 AIA Canada Board of Directors, as well as further changes to its Board during the 83rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 15, 2025....

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Setting up new delivery drivers for success

Setting up new delivery drivers for success

As spring starts to bloom, many operations will be welcoming new delivery drivers just starting their professional careers. Here are some tips to help set them up for success. Being a new auto parts delivery driver can be an exciting and rewarding job. Here are some...

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SKF names President of Vehicle Aftermarket for North America

SKF has named DJ Kimsey its new President of Vehicle Aftermarket for North America. In this role, Kimsey will oversee the region's sales, marketing, operations, and product management. He will be based at the region’s headquarters in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. Olaf...

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National Sales Inc. names Sales Professional of the Year

National Sales Inc. has announced that the NSI Sales Professional of the Year Award for 2024 has gone to Trevor Nation, who represents NSI in Manitoba, Ontario Lakehead, and Saskatchewan. "The Sales Professional of the Year Award is given to a sales representative who...

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Driven Brands closes of sale of U.S. car wash business

Driven Brands Holdings Inc. announced the completion of the sale of its U.S. car wash business to Express Wash Operations, LLC dba Whistle Express Car Wash. “The completion of this transaction marks an important milestone for Driven Brands, enabling us to focus on our...

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SmartParts announces DR!VE+ North America launch 

SmartParts has announced the launch of DR!VE+ in North America at the 2025 NEXUS Business Forum in Abu Dhabi. This marks a major step in its global expansion, following strong growth in 2024 for the exclusive global aftermarket brand for NEXUS members worldwide. The...

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