News By Topic: Parts Dealers

Automotive Specialty Industry Enjoys Superb Growth in 2003

Apr 2, 2004

SEMA Reports Annual Market Sales of $28.9 Billion, Up 7.7 Percent DIAMOND BAR, Calif., April 2 -- The U.S. automotive specialty equipment industry grew 7.7 percent to $28.9 billion in 2003. The market's 2002 sales of products such as appearance accessories, racing and performance parts, and suspension and handling equi ... Continue reading

Release: Dale Earnhardt, Sr., Wheels & Hubcaps

Mar 31, 2004

Good afternoon! The following is a press release of the new Dale Earnhardt, Sr., fan gear from Victory Wheels, Inc. We do have an image available to accompany this release -- please contact me with an e-mail address or FTP to which you would like it sent. In a special agreement with Richard Childress Racing, and thanks ... Continue reading

CarParts.com Updated... Largest Selection of Automotive & Truck Parts Online

Mar 31, 2004

CHICAGO, March 31 -- CarParts.com has updated its web site after undergoing an extensive upgrade with newly designed graphics and improved services. This user-friendly site offers individual consumers access to the largest selection of name brand parts on the Internet for import and domestic vehicles of all makes. Over ... Continue reading

Under-Maintained Vehicles Cost Motorists Billions; Education is Key (April is National Car Care Month)

Mar 30, 2004

ATLANTA, March 30 -- The Car Care Council advises that regular vehicle maintenance saves owners time and money, enhances safety and improves auto performance. (April is National Car Care Month) The Council estimates that more than $60 billion in vehicle maintenance and repair are not performed every year, evidence that ... Continue reading

Technological Advances in Auto Security Devices

Mar 29, 2004

According to Mr. Mobile Electronics, New and Innovative Anti-Theft Devices Can Help Fight Stolen Car Epidemic VAN NUYS, Calif., March 29 -- A car is stolen every 27.5 seconds totaling 1.2 million per year nationally, according to the recent National Insurance Crime Bureau's report on the most stolen vehicles. Californi ... Continue reading

American Tire Distributors Announces 2003 Results; Fiscal 2003 Sales Increased 4.9%

Mar 26, 2004

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--March 26, 2004--American Tire Distributors, Inc., a nationwide distributor of tires, wheels and automotive accessories, today announced its operating results for the fiscal year ended December 27, 2003. Consolidated net sales from continuing operations for fiscal 2003 improved 4.9% or $52.1 million to ... Continue reading

Federal-Mogul and Champion Brands Strike Multi-Year Licensing Deal

Mar 22, 2004

SEBRING, Fla., March 22 -- Federal-Mogul Corporation (Southfield, Michigan) and Champion Brands, LLC (Clinton, Missouri) announced at the Sebring International Raceway a long-term licensing agreement that extends the globally-recognized red and black Champion "Bow Tie" logo to market high-quality performance additives ... Continue reading

Plaintiffs' Attorney Joseph Lisoni Claims News Media Was Inaccurate in Coverage of Firestone Case Ruling

Mar 19, 2004

PASADENA, Calif.--March 19, 2004--In the wake of a ruling Wednesday by a California Superior Court Judge denying a motion, without prejudice, to certify a national class action lawsuit against Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. for alleged defects in its Steeltex tire series, plaintiffs' attorney Joseph L. Lisoni said today t ... Continue reading

CSK Auto Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2003 Results

Mar 18, 2004

PHOENIX--March 18, 2004--CSK Auto Corp. , the parent company of CSK Auto Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Feb. 1, 2004. The financial information described as being on a "comparable basis" is adjusted for certain ... Continue reading

SmarTire Signs Distribution Agreement with Lexani Wheel Corp.

Mar 15, 2004

Premier luxury wheel manufacturer to include SmarTire TPMS on Johnson line of wheels RICHMOND, BC, March 15 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (SMTR: OTCBB) today announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Lexani Wheel Corp, a premier manufacturer of luxury alloy wheels based in California. Lexani will bundle Sma ... Continue reading

AutoXray Lands on the Shelves of NAPA Auto Parts

Mar 15, 2004

Retailer Orders Leading Scan Tools to Fulfill Customer Demand TEMPE, Ariz., March 15 -- AutoXray, the leading provider of cost-effective automotive diagnostic scanners, today announced that National Automotive Parts Association (NAPA) Auto Parts, America's first choice for automotive parts and accessories, has made the ... Continue reading

NetWolves and CarParts Technologies Partner to Deliver CPT Automotive Service Applications over Broadband

Mar 15, 2004

TAMPA, Fla.--March 15, 2004-- NetWolves to Resell VAST Product to Certinet Automotive Service Outlets and Offer Secure Managed Broadband Connectivity Services to all CPT Customers NetWolves Corporation , a leading managed IP security services and multi-telecom network provider, today announced they have been signed by ... Continue reading

Advance Auto Parts Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Orlando

Mar 5, 2004

49 Store Re-Openings and 525 Team Members Reaffirm Company's Commitment to Orlando Community ROANOKE, Va., March 4 -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc., , a leading retailer of automotive parts and products, announces the Grand Re-opening of its Orlando market, bringing 49 retail stores and 525 Team Members under the newly bran ... Continue reading

MACS' Tips for Your Vehicle's A/C System Care

Mar 5, 2004

LANSDALE, Pa., March 4 -- April is National Car Care Month and the beginning of the air conditioning season in many areas. Is your vehicle's A/C system up to the summer challenge? The A/C in your vehicle is a sealed, high-pressure system containing a refrigerant providing cooling. As the refrigerant moves through the s ... Continue reading

Advance Auto Parts Celebra la Gran Reinauguración de Orlando

Mar 5, 2004

Vuelven a abrir 49 tiendas y 525 miembros del equipo son reconfirmando el compromiso de la empresa con la comunidad de Orlando ROANOKE, Virginia, 4 de marzo /PR Newswire/ -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc., , un distribuidor líder de repuestos y productos automotores, anuncia la reinauguración de su mercado de Orlando al ju ... Continue reading