SmarTire Signs Product Distribution Agreement with Redmer Industries
Oct 18, 2004
Redmer to focus on automotive and recreational vehicle manufacturers and aftermarket RICHMOND, BC, Oct. 18 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (OTCBB: SMTR) announced today that Redmer Industries has become a distributor of SmarTire's innovative tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) in the US. Redmer Industries is a privately h ... Continue reading
Shanghai Auto Parts & Equip Exhibition to Open Shortly
Oct 15, 2004
SHANGHAI, China, Oct. 15 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- 'The 5th Auto Parts & Equip Shanghai' will be held from October 19th to 22nd, 2004 at INTEX Shanghai. The exhibition is sponsored by the Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Shanghai (''CCTPIT Shanghai'') and the Society of Automotive Engineers of China (''SA ... Continue reading
AutoZone to Attend Upcoming Investor Conference
Oct 13, 2004
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 12 -- AutoZone, Inc. , today announced it will be attending the Fifth Annual SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Consumer "Un-Conference" on Tuesday, October 19, 2004. As of August 28, 2004, AutoZone sells auto and light truck parts, chemicals and accessories through 3,420 AutoZone stores in 48 states plus ... Continue reading
Oct 12, 2004
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Oct. 12, 2004-- Tire-Tossing Little Old Lady The Latest Example of Pitchman Turned Pop Culture Icon One flying tire, a broken glass window, and a little old lady have earned their place in TV commercial history. Joining the ranks of Charmin's Mr. Whipple, Wendy's affable founder Dave Thomas and the L ... Continue reading
AAIA Releases Report on Equipment Purchasing Trends-Report on Tool Purchasing Also Available
Oct 11, 2004
> Dear Aftermarket Industry Expert: > > Did you know that motor vehicle repair shops value quality more than > any other factor when purchasing shop equipment? The next most > important factor influencing their decisions was service, followed by > warranty. On the other hand, price was only the fifth most important > r ... Continue reading
Car Care Council - Maintenance Tips and Articles
Oct 11, 2004
The following articles are derived from the Car Care Council library to help you better understand how to take care of your car. Organized by subject area, they include a word count and brief description. If you'd like to suggest a topic, please contact info@carcare.org. Appearance High Water HeadachesWhile your vehicl ... Continue reading
NAPA Filters' Promotional Contest Targets Auto Repair Professionals
Oct 7, 2004
GASTONIA, N.C., Oct. 7 -- Most auto professionals know when they install NAPA Filters on their customers' cars, vans, SUVs and trucks it's a win-win situation: the customer gets the best possible filter, and the repair professional gets a satisfied customer. Now, NAPA Filters is adding a third potential "win" to the eq ... Continue reading
Wal-Mart Same-Store Sales Up 2.4 Percent
Oct 7, 2004
CHICAGO October 7, 2004; Reuters reported that Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world's largest retailer, on Thursday said sales at stores open at least a year rose 2.4 percent in September, slightly higher than its preliminary report but still toward the low end of its forecast range. The world's largest retailer also said i ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2004
- New Agreement With RPM Group Expected to Add Approximately $3 Million in Annualized Revenues - ALSIP, Ill., Oct. 7 -- Universal Automotive Industries, Inc. today announced it has been selected by RPM Group, a national automotive aftermarket buying group, as its preferred supplier for brake friction. The company said ... Continue reading
First Look at New iPod(TM) Adapter for Car Stereos
Oct 5, 2004
Leading A/V Information Website CrutchfieldAdvisor.com Provides In-depth Review of Alpine's KCA-420i iPod Interface CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Oct. 5 -- CrutchfieldAdvisor.com (http://www.crutchfieldadvisor.com/) announces the first in-depth review of Alpine's KCA-420i iPod(TM) Interface Adapter -- one of the most hotly ant ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Parts & Services Promotion: 'Take 2 Movie Ticket Giveaway'
Oct 5, 2004
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 4 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. Inc., (TMS) today announced its "Take 2 Movie Ticket Giveaway," which commenced Oct. 1 and runs through Oct. 31. When customers spend at least $20 in parts or service at participating Toyota dealerships, they can receive two complimentary movie tickets redeemable a ... Continue reading
AutoZone Announces Organizational Changes
Oct 4, 2004
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 4 -- AutoZone, Inc. , today announced the following organizational changes effective immediately. Veteran retail executive Jim Shea has been hired to the position of Executive Vice President, Merchandising and Marketing. Most recently, Jim was the Chief Executive Officer of Party City. Previous to ... Continue reading
Detailed Data On The Market And The Players Therein For Aftermarket Tyres In UK
Oct 1, 2004
DUBLIN, Ireland--Oct. 1, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com) has announced the addition of UK Aftermarket Tyres Data Report to 2008 to their offering. This report provides detailed data on the market for aftermarket tyres in UK, including data on market volume, market value, volume and value ... Continue reading
Avoid the Winter Blues: Helpful Fall Auto Maintenance Tips
Sep 30, 2004
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 30 -- With temperatures changing and traffic once again bustling, the American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) is encouraging motorists to take some time to think about preparing their car for winter. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040116/NYFNSM01LOGO ) "As the ... Continue reading
Precision Auto Care Announces FY 04 Year End Results
Sep 29, 2004
LEESBURG, Va., Sept. 29 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2004. Revenues were $11.8 million and profits were $1.6 million, or $0.07 per share, compared with a profit of $10.9 million, or $0.72 per share, on revenues of $11.9 million f ... Continue reading
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