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The automotive aftermarket or motor vehicle aftermarket is a critical segment of the U.S. economy. Distribution channels include original equipment, original equipment service, traditional automotive, programmed distribution, large retailers, and the non-traditional markets. This industry includes all products and services purchased for light and heavy duty vehicles after the original sale. This includes replacement parts for under hood and undercar, engine management, temperature controls, accessories, lubricants and appearance products. This also covers service repairs and the tools and equipment necessary to make the repair.
The Automotive Aftermarket total revenue exceeds 307.7 billion dollars in sales. Additionally, this industry employs over 4.1 million people, more than 800,000 of which are technicians.
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Ford Announces Leadership Changes; Steven Armstrong To Succeed Nigel Harris As President, Changan Ford China JV
August 2019The new role for Armstrong (at right) will be effective Oct. 1. He will report to Ford China President and CEO Anning Chen.
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Audio Interview: The Global Approach To Most Effectively Reducing Car Emissions
August 2019This 18-minute interview features Nick Molden, CEO of UK-based Emissions Analytics Ltd., and a specialist in data analytics, particularly in the automotive industry.
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MEYLE Parts In Motorsports: From Race Track To Road
August 2019Whether in the drift scene, truck racing, sprinting or long-distance driving, MEYLE is active wherever vehicles and vehicle parts have to withstand the highest loads.
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China Autonomous Vehicle Market Forecast: Vehicle Sales Expected To Reach 1.5 Million Units By 2025
August 2019According to ResearchandMarkets, autonomous vehicle technology will see more adoption in passenger car business segments, such as public taxis and mobility service vehicles. Public taxis and other mobility service vehicles will account for 25.6% of the passenger car market share in 2025.
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AASA Tech Conference To Explore Digital Products
August 2019Charles Vaillant, chief technology officer for MANN+HUMMEL, will present on "Developing Digital Aftermarket Products" at the event, which will be held Sept. 29 through Oct.1 in Boca Raton, Florida.
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Valvoline To Acquire The Assets Of Minit Lube In Alberta, Canada
August 2019The addition of six locations in Alberta will extend Valvoline's existing base of quick lube locations, including its first company-owned stores in Canada.
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Spectra Premium Featured On 2 NASCAR Trucks This Weekend At Mosport
August 2019"We are proud to participate in the sole Canadian event of the NASCAR Trucks series for the third year in a row," said Jason Best, senior vice president, Aftermarket at Spectra Premium.
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ZF Aftermarket Releases 534 New Numbers Under The TRW Brand
August 2019The newly issued TRW part numbers include coverage for nearly 250 million vehicles on the road today, offering a wide range of vehicle coverage to emphasize their care of safety and focus towards each individual part.
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Chevin Drives Global Growth With Two New Board Member Appointments
August 2019Will Wycks and Ray Creamer will join Ashley Sowerby, David Gladding and Julian Smith to form Chevin's board of directors.
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ElectraMeccanica Appoints EV Auto Industry Executive As Director Of Sales
August 2019David Neace joins Meccanica with more than 20 years of expertise in sales management, with his most recent role as senior program manager at Tesla, where he was key in creating both of the electric vehicle maker's Employee Delivery and Factory Direct programs.
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