DanaAftermarket.com features instructional videos to help automotive professionals get the most out of Dana Incorporated’s e-commerce platform and an extensive literature library that provides in-depth product attribute information. “For those new to...
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance takes it virtual
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Sales Marketing Forum sessions included some live discussions in addition to a host of virtual features. The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., broadcast its annual Sales & Marketing Forum to a record audience. Hundreds of...
Aftermarket gains, but loses ground to dealers
According to the J.D. Power 2020 Canada Customer Service Index—Long-Term (CSI-LT) Study, car dealers and independents both increased their auto service customer satisfaction ratings and average dollars per visit, but the independent aftermarket lost ground. While the...
AIA launches third round of COVID-19 aftermarket surveys
The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has launched the third round of its COVID-19 aftermarket business impact surveys. The input will help to inform the financial and other supports for companies large and small during the COVID-19 pandemic. Input from...
Performance Racing Industry show cancelled
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) announced that the 2020 PRI Trade Show will not be taking place as scheduled in December. The Indianapolis, Ind. event was regarded as the last holdout among major industry trade events to remain on the calendar. “The announcement...
Vange Proimos led group acquires AP Emissions
APC Automotive Technologies, LLC and APACE Holding Company, LLC announced that APACE has acquired APC’s AP Emissions business unit. The APACE group is led by Vange Proimos, a former owner of AP Emissions. The move comes following a comprehensive strategic analysis...
CHAT Media announces a new team member
CHAT Integrated Media Inc. publisher and director of content Andrew Ross welcomes the newest member of our team: Hannah Ryder Ross. Hannah will take on a sales support function for the company. Hannah Ryder Rosshannah@chatmedia.ca CHAT Media publishes Indie...
Uni-Select and Bumper to Bumper host AUTOXPO 2021
Uni-Select Canada Inc. and Bumper to Bumper are launching AUTOXPO, The All-Digital Personalized Experience that will shape the future of the Canadian Automotive Aftermarket Industry January 15, 16, 17, 2021.Uni-Select and Bumper to Bumper have reimagined the...
GEM-CAR appoints Kevin King as VP Operations
V2V Technologies has announced the appointment of Kevin King as Vice President of Operations for the GEM-CAR team. Kevin King, a professional in the automotive industry for more than 30 years, will now be available to our clients. His field skills and involvement in...
Maximizing self-serve sales
Products that are highly consumable and replaceable by consumers themselves, including lighting and wipers, are often a reliable traffic and income generator for auto parts stores. But during a pandemic, what is usually a relatively straightforward sale may require...