Ford Celebrates Black History Month with 'Finding Your Roots' host Dr. Henry Louis Gates
Feb 10, 2014
The Ford-employees African-Ancestry Network at Ford Motor Company will celebrate Black History Month with Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. - Event will be hosted by daytime Emmy Award winner and co-host of "The View," Sherri Shepherd - FAAN's 33rd Annual Black History Month celebration will take place Friday, Feb. 21 in Dearb ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Engineer Receives 2014 Black Engineer of the Year "Visionary Award"
Feb 10, 2014
Chrysler Group Head of Fastener Engineering honored during 28th annual event Award recognizes leaders "whose lifetime performance marks a career that affects the careers of many others" Chrysler Group Information Technology and Product engineers also receive recognition as "Modern Day Technology Leaders" U.S. Black Eng ... Continue reading
Eric Jorgensen Takes the Helm as the New Chairman of the American Truck Dealers
Jan 28, 2014
Eric Jorgensen, president and CEO of JX Enterprises in Hartland, Wis., is the new chairman of the American Truck Dealers (ATD). He replaces Dick Witcher, chief executive officer of Minuteman Trucks in Walpole, Mass., who served as chairman for two years. ... Continue reading
American International Automobile Dealers Announce New Jersey Dealer Larry Kull as 2014 Chairman
Jan 28, 2014
The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) today announced Marlton, N.J., dealer Larry Kull as its 2014 chairman. Kull took over the position during AIADA's 44th Annual Meeting and Luncheon, held today in New Orleans. "I don't expect to eliminate government involvement in our stores or our indust ... Continue reading
McConnell Ready to Lead NADA in 2014
Jan 28, 2014
Although new-car dealers continue to face a host of challenges from the government and industry, Forrest McConnell, III, 2014 chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association, said dealers are risk-takers and they can rely on NADA just as he and his family have done for generations. ... Continue reading
Bob Pradzinski Named Hyundai's Vice President of National Sales
Jan 28, 2014
Hyundai Motor America today announced that Bob Pradzinski has been named vice president of National Sales. Pradzinski will take the helm of Hyundai's sales organization following the recent promotion of Dave Zuchowski to president and CEO. ... Continue reading
Sergio Marchionne to Kick Off 2014 Canadian International AutoShow
Jan 27, 2014
Chrysler Group/Fiat CEO will deliver the keynote address to officially open the 2014 Canadian International AutoShow TORONTO, Jan. 27, 2014 - Sergio Marchionne says he lives on a plane. Such is the pace of life for the dynamic Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Chrysler Group LLC and CEO of Fiat S.p.A., who ... Continue reading
Ally and TIME Announce 2014 TIME Dealer of the Year
Jan 27, 2014
Ally Financial and TIME are pleased to announce that Jeff Teague of Teague Ford Lincoln in El Dorado, Ark. has been selected as the 2014 TIME Dealer of the Year. Teague was selected from an elite group of 56 U.S. dealers who were recognized at the 97th annual National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Convention & ... Continue reading
Jim DeLuca to Lead GM Global Manufacturing
Jan 25, 2014
Jim DeLuca will become Executive Vice President of General Motors Global Manufacturing on February 1, succeeding Tim Lee, who is retiring April 1 after a nearly 45-year career that included key positions in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering and global operations. DeLuca is currently Vice President of Manufacturi ... Continue reading
Joe Mejaly named to lead General Dynamics' AxleTech International
Jan 24, 2014
Joseph (Joe) L. Mejaly has been appointed vice president and general manager of AxleTech International, a General Dynamics company. AxleTech develops and manufactures axles, brakes and suspension systems for off-highway and specialty vehicles. Mejaly will lead the company's global management team in executing customer- ... Continue reading
Allison Transmission Announces Vice President Retirement, Successor Named
Jan 21, 2014
Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. , a global leader in the design and manufacture of commercial and military fully automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, today announced that James L. Wanaselja, Vice President of North American Marketing, Sales and Service, has elected to retire effective April 1. (Log ... Continue reading
Jan 21, 2014
As previously announced, Chrysler Group and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (the "UAW") have entered into a memorandum of understanding to supplement Chrysler Group's existing collective bargaining agreement. Under the MoU, Chrysler Group will provide ... Continue reading
GM Announces U.S. Executive Moves
Jan 17, 2014
Steve Hill named vice president, U.S. Sales and Service Tim Turvey to lead Customer Care and Aftersales organization DETROIT â General Motors today announced that Steve Hill, 53, currently North America vice president, Customer Care and Aftersales, has been named vice president, U.S. Sales and Service. He will lea ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Named To FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For® In 2014
Jan 16, 2014
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For® by FORTUNE magazine. This represents the company's fifth consecutive year on the list and the only auto manufacturer to make the ranking. The list, now in its 17th year, recognizes companies that have exceptional workplace cultures. It ... Continue reading
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