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By Counterman
Women in Auto Care, a community of the Auto Care Association, is accepting applications for positions on its leadership committee in 2023.
Women in Auto Care provides opportunities, education and career leadership in the auto industry through conferences, networking, scholarships, education, data, awards and more.
The volunteers who comprise the Leadership Committee participate in awarding scholarships, help in planning an annual conference and auction, social media, awards, sponsorship, mentoring and engagement. These positions require a time commitment of 1-2 hours per week and participation in Women in Auto Care Events.
Each position is for a two-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2023. The deadline to apply is Dec. 16.
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Interested in volunteering, but not sure about taking on a leadership role?
Help support the community by becoming a Champion! Women in Auto Care Champions have exclusive opportunities to help support our key initiatives through “micro volunteering” efforts. Champions earn insight and exposure to the committee and meet volunteer requirements for certifications, such as ACP.
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By Counterman
Women in Auto Care, an Auto Care Association community, has named Kim Nolan of BBB Industries the Auto Care Woman of the Year. Nolan is BBB’s senior vice president – traditional sales.
In addition, Tanya Hunt, BBB’s commercial project manager, was named the Auto Care Champion of the Year.
Women in Auto Care presented the awards on Nov. 2 in Las Vegas during AAPEX.
The Auto Care Woman of the Year recognizes a woman who is a leader, mentor and role model who has made significant and outstanding contributions to the auto care industry. Nolan was selected among the largest group of nominations Women in Auto Care has ever received.
This selective award recognizes individuals who have, over the course of a career spanning many years, distinguished themselves through their integrity, unselfish commitment to and high level of performance within the aftermarket.
The Auto Care Champion of the Year is presented to a volunteer who has gone above and beyond in supporting Women in Auto Care. Hunt encompasses the volunteer spirit in every aspect of her life. In its inaugural year, the award recognizes Hunt’s extraordinary dedication and commitment to Women in Auto Care.
“We are honored to have Kim and Tanya as part of the BBB team,” BBB Industries CEO Duncan Gillis said. “This is an incredible recognition of their strong leadership and commitment to excellence. I am confident both will continue to have a profound impact on others in the industry.”
The Women in Auto Care annually honor deserving women throughout the industry who have made significant contributions in the auto care community.
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By Counterman
The stage is set for a unique initiative from Babcox Media, in partnership with AAPEX, to shine a spotlight on today’s most dynamic performers across the vehicle care industry – individuals who, to put it simply, rock!
That’s the premise behind Vehicle Care RockStars, a brand dedicated to celebrating the vehicle care industry and the array of channels it serves. Babcox Media unveiled the platform with a special announcement and video during the keynote session of the 2022 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas.
Vehicle Care RockStars promises to honor today’s vehicle care professionals held in the highest esteem for their accomplishments, leadership, innovations – and other intangibles that distinguish their work in specific industry categories. They’re visionaries and influencers in all of the following markets:
Aftermarket Distribution & Repair Tire Dealers & Distributors Transmission Collision Repair Heavy Duty New Car Dealers Powersports, Performance Car Wash Tools & Equipment The inaugural class of RockStars will be featured throughout 2023. Honorees will be celebrated, recognized and profiled in all of Babcox Media’s brands and channels, including websites, e-newsletters, webinars, podcasts, videocasts, social media platforms and magazines.
“Let’s bring to center stage the incredible individuals of today who rock their respective vehicle care categories,” said Bill Babcox, CEO of Babcox Media. “We’re excited to debut the Vehicle Care RockStars brand that acknowledges these industry superstars –and allows them to take the bow they so richly deserve.”
Nominations officially opened Nov. 1 for the Class of 2023 Vehicle Care RockStars. The Selection Committee will be led by industry veteran Jay Burkhart and supported by the Babcox Media content team. Burkhart said, “We are excited to recognize RockStars who are moving the needle in today’s marketplace.”
To nominate a Vehicle Care RockStar, or for additional information, visit:
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By Counterman
Counterman’s “
link hidden, please login to view” contest challenges our readers to solve an automotive riddle, for a chance to win $100. And each month, we receive hundreds of responses from aftermarket professionals trying to guess the model of the vehicle depicted. The correct answer for the August/September contest is the Honda Clarity. The winner is Don Maloney, store manager at Carquest in Muscle Shoals, Alabama.
Now, let’s get to know the “Guess the Car” champion.
CM: How long have you been working in the auto parts business?
DM: About 15 years or so.
CM: What do you like most about your job?
DM: Talking to people about vehicles and helping them solve their problems – that’s usually the most fun. And you get to meet some very interesting people and hear some interesting analysis.
CM: What’s the strangest question a customer has asked you?
DM: What I like is the customer who comes in and buys oil and an oil filter and says, “OK, where do I pull the car around to get this done?” That’s probably the best question we get asked. We even get that question with belts and alternators and starters.
CM: What’s the coolest car you’ve ever owned or worked on?
DM: The coolest car I ever owned was a 1986 Mercedes 190E Cosworth. It was a four-door sedan with a Cosworth-built engine. It came standard with Recaro seats and a dogleg five-speed transmission. It was what they call a homologation car, which means that Mercedes had to build a certain number of these cars [for street use] and put them on the market for sale to qualify for a race series.
CM: Do you have any interesting hobbies? What do you do for fun?
DM: When you have seven grandkids, you pretty much have your days off occupied. That is my hobby, pretty much.
CM: What’s your dream car?
DM: My dream car would be a Mercedes 190E Evolution. There may be a few floating around the United States, but way beyond anything I could ever afford.
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By Counterman
Well this is a first.
Apparently, after months of easy puzzles, the August/September “Guess the Car” contest has stumped our readers.
So far, Counterman hasn’t received any correct answers. However, we’ve seen some excellent guesses, and we can tell you this: Some of you are on the right track.
The woman in the picture is having an “aha moment.” That much is obvious. But how does that translate into the name of a vehicle model?
Here are a few answers that are close but not correct:
Fiat Idea GM Bright Idea Honda Insight If we don’t receive any correct answers in the next week or two, we’ll provide more clues to help you gain some clarity on the current puzzle.
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