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By Counterman
Alltech Automotive has added premium wheel hubs to its QualityPro brand of automotive products, providing full U.S. coverage for second- and third-generation hubs.
QualityPro premium wheel hubs feature a water-based, nontoxic e-coating treatment that enhances corrosion resistance, according to the company.
Lab tests prove that e-coating can prevent corrosion for more than 120 hours in salt-spray test environments, according to Alltech Automotive.
“Our premium wheel-hub expansion addresses ongoing demand in the marketplace for enhanced corrosion protection,” said Nancy Liu, chief executive officer/president at Alltech Automotive. “All mounting hardware and precise torque specs are included in every box for a complete, successful install.”
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AutoZone on Jan. 2 completed its previously announced leadership transition plan.
Phil Daniele became president and CEO. Daniele, a 30-year AutoZoner, previously served as executive vice president merchandising, marketing and supply chain.
Bill Rhodes, who most recently served as chairman, president and CEO, transitioned into the role of executive chairman. Rhodes served as AutoZone’s CEO for nearly 19 years.
“A very special congratulations to Phil on becoming AutoZone’s president and CEO,” Rhodes said in a news release. “For only the fifth time in our company’s rich history, we have a new CEO. I am tremendously excited about AutoZone’s future and continued growth under Phil’s leadership.”
AutoZone first announced the leadership changes on June 26.
“I am extremely honored and enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve as president and CEO of AutoZone, a company that I love dearly and have been a part of for over three decades,” Daniele said. “Our ability to put the customer first is and will forever be the key to our accelerated growth and continued success. Both Bill and I deeply believe that AutoZone’s best days lie ahead.”
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MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association (MEMA), proudly recently announced its new chairman, board members and executive committee for 2024, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s 120-year journey toward future advancements.
The newly elected chairman is Kurk Wilks, president and CEO of MANN+ HUMMEL. Wilks will lead MEMA as chairman of the board of directors, bringing his extensive experience and visionary leadership to the forefront.
Members of the 2024 executive committee are:
First vice chairman – Jon Husby, president and CEO, ADAC Second vice chairman – Eric Steinbecher, president automotive aftermarket – Americas, Schaeffler Treasurer –Dominic Grote, president and CEO, Grote Industries Immediate past chair/officer – Marc Blackman, CEO, Gold Eagle President – Bill Long, CEO, MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association “MEMA extends its deepest gratitude to Marc Blackman for his exemplary leadership and guidance during a transformative period,” the association said. “His contributions have been invaluable in shaping MEMA’s path forward.”
Newly elected board members are:
Jason Gerding, executive vice president, Transportation Products Group, Marmon John Hanighen, president and CEO, Cloyes “Their fresh perspectives will enrich the board’s strategic vision,” MEMA said in a news release.
The full list of the 2024 MEMA board of directors is:
Chairman – Kurk Wilks, president and CEO, Mann + Hummel First vice chairman – Jon Husby, president and CEO, ADAC Second vice chairman – Eric Steinbecher, Schaeffler Treasurer – Dominic Grote, president and CEO, Grote Industries Immediate past chair/officer – Marc Blackman, CEO, Gold Eagle President – Bill Long, president and CEO, MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association Mike Alcala, CEO, GNS N.A. Jason Gerding, executive vice president, Transportation Products Group, Marmon John Hanighen, president and CEO, Cloyes Justin Greenberg, president and CEO, DieselCore Matt Joy, CEO, Hendrickson Tim Musgrave, CEO, Pressure Systems Chris Pruitt, executive vice president, East Penn Bruce Ronning, senior vice president Global Sales and Commercial Operations, DriV/Tenneco Sandy Stojkovski, CEO, Vitesco “The board of directors for 2024 reflects a diverse and dynamic group of industry leaders, each bringing unique expertise and vision to MEMA,” the association said. “Their collective experience is set to propel MEMA into a new era of innovation and advocacy for the vehicle supplier industry.”
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With a new year comes new leadership at ASE, and current President and CEO Tom Zilke is reaching out to the industry to thank its members for its support of the organization over the years.
In an open letter below, Zilke emphasized the organization’s achievements over his 16-year tenure and laid out his vision for ASE in the future.
In June, Zilke and Trish Serratore, senior vice president of communications,
link hidden, please login to view at the end of this year. Dave Johnson, who brings more than 30 years of automotive-industry experience to ASE, will succeed Zilke come Jan. 1. Johnson also penned an open letter (see below) outlining his goals as he steps into the top spot at ASE. Johnson previously served as global director, service engineering operations at Ford Motor Co. where he led all vehicle repair support activities.
Open Letter from Tom Zilke
It has been an honor and privilege to have served as ASE president and CEO for the past 16 years. I joined ASE in 1991 and have enjoyed working on behalf of automotive service professionals and for the betterment of the transportation industry.
ASE has an incredible staff of 50 people that have an amazing passion and level of commitment. Together, we have transformed ASE in many ways, and I am very proud of our achievements, including the conversion to computer-based testing which opened testing opportunities throughout the year as well as the introduction of the ASE Renewal App that allows automobile technicians to recertify remotely. We have embraced newer vehicle technologies and most recently, ASE introduced testing and certifications for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Electric Vehicle Safety.
We have also aligned ASE, the ASE Education Foundation and ASE Training Managers Council (ATMC) to support the career cycle of technicians from initial education through lifelong learning. Through testing and certification, ASE encourages technician learning, which ultimately results in a better repair and driving experience for consumers. Technician improvement also makes technicians more productive and employers more profitable.
Going forward, I would like to see ASE continue its work to redefine the technician image and address the recruitment/retention challenges. Technician image and recruitment/retention are interrelated and changing perceptions will take time. ASE is the logical industry-wide organization to help address these challenges, primarily through the ASE Education Foundation that is working diligently on these initiatives.
I would also like to see ASE continue to add measurable value to industry organizations’ technician training programs and be nimble in adapting to a rapidly changing industry and its technologies. Finally, I would like to see ASE continue to provide an unsurpassed level of service to technicians and employers.
I want to thank everyone throughout the industry for their support of ASE over the years. I am excited about the future with Dave Johnson leading ASE. We share a passion for the ASE mission, and I am very confident that he will take ASE to new heights.
Open letter from Dave Johnson, president and CEO designate, ASE
I am honored to follow in the footsteps of Tim Zilke and take on the mantle of leadership of this important industry organization. I look forward to working with industry stakeholders as well as the outstanding ASE staff to serve the industry’s service professionals and motoring public. I know we have an exciting future ahead of us and I look forward to sharing the amazing mission of ASE.
I joined ASE with over 30 years of automotive industry experience, working previously as global director, service engineering operations at Ford Motor Company where I led all vehicle repair support activities. I am looking forward to using those experiences to take ASE to the next level of technician and consumer value.
I am confident that my experience has prepared me to help contribute to the ASE cause. I have been fortunate throughout my career to work closely with technicians, service business owners, parts suppliers, and most importantly, the customers they all support. I believe that my background and formal technical and business education have prepared me to work with this entire industry ‘ecosystem’ that is part of the ASE team’s mission to champion and support.
One of my first goals since joining ASE has been to learn all I can from Tim and the ASE team, while continuing to build upon the solid foundational elements that ASE is best known for. While I have thoughts and ideas about moving forward, I first need to learn from those on the ASE team who have been working in the trenches much longer than me. Just as importantly, I want to learn about what is on the minds of all various stakeholders to ensure that the ASE team is aligned with what the industry really needs.
I wanted to take on this new role because I could see from my time serving on the ASE board that there was so much good being accomplished and so many possibilities for the future. I am excited to bring my skills and experience to the table in a more significant way to help take ASE to the next level.
There are real challenges facing the transportation industry, from the need to attract and retain service professionals to complex vehicle designs and advanced technologies that demand more knowledge and ability than ever before. Having lived with these challenges firsthand and working within one company to address them, I view ASE as the place where the industry can come together to multiply our efforts, influence and accomplishments, and rise to meet these challenges. It is going to be an exciting and rewarding journey for all involved.
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By Counterman
Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) has launched three redesigned websites.
Each of the refreshed designs features “a clean and intuitive user interface and are a clear reflection of the company’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction,” the company said.
“PGI is leaning into the future of the automotive aftermarket industry,” explained Anan Bishara, CEO of PGI. “Our emphasis is on putting customers first while providing accurate and comprehensive data, in a fresh, user-friendly design to ensure an end-to-end experience that helps the professional installer get the job right in a timely manner.”
The revamped PGI corporate site, found at
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Designed in tandem, the new and improved
link hidden, please login to view and link hidden, please login to view sites “deliver modernized, user-centric interfaces and enhanced e-catalogs with cutting-edge product and application search functionality,” PGI noted. Built with service professionals in mind, the new sites showcase innovative features such as dynamic search; push-to-talk; application-specific fluid and capacity data; and other digital tools aimed at improving service bay and parts-counter efficiency.
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