NEWS RELEASE: AAIA Releases Popular Electronic Aftermarket Factbook

BETHESDA, MD - July 26, 2006 - The 2006/2007 edition of the Aftermarket eFactbook is now available from the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). With identical content to the best-selling Aftermarket Factbook, users of the eFactbook can access information from the CD-ROM, whether in the office or on the road. Charts and tables can be printed or copied and pasted into Excel, PowerPoint and other software packages. "AAIA members consistently rate market research as one of the most valuable benefits offered by the association," said Kathleen Schmatz, AAIA president and CEO. "We're told that having the data, analysis and charts and graphs instantly available on a CD delivers real value and saves significant time whether the task is simple reference or a major presentation." The 2006/2007 Aftermarket eFactbook provides a comprehensive overview of the entire aftermarket industry and includes information on: * Overall size of the automotive (i.e., light duty) aftermarket. * Overall size of the heavy duty aftermarket. * Key aftermarket segments (paint and body equipment, tool and equipment, etc.) * DIY consumer demographics. * Vehicle registrations. * Vehicle sales. * Vehicle usage statistics and operating costs. * Miles driven. * Purchases of aftermarket accessories. * Sales of automotive chemicals and fluids. * State summary statistics. * U.S. trade data of motor vehicle parts and accessories. * Information on the Chinese and Canadian aftermarkets. * Key economic and financial indicators. * Guide to aftermarket data resources. The 2006/2007 Aftermarket eFactbook is available to AAIA members for $199 and to non-members for $449. To order a copy of the eFactbook or the printed Factbook, call 301-654-6664. For more information, visit www.aftermarket.org. Discounts are available for multiple copies. About AAIA AAIA is a Bethesda, Md.-based association whose more than 8,000 member companies and affiliates manufacture, distribute and sell motor vehicle parts, accessories, service, tools, equipment, materials and supplies. Through its membership, AAIA represents more than 100,000 repair shops, parts stores and distribution outlets. Click below to unsubscribe: http://www.magnetmail.net/Actions/unsubscribe.cfm?message_id=205267&user_id=AutoAfterM&recipient_id=12875346&email=submit@theautochannel.com&group_id=55396