Obituary: AP Emissions’ Sales Executive Passes Away
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By AutoZone
MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE: AZO) today reported net sales of $4.8 billion for its third quarter (12 weeks) ended May 9, 2026, an increase of 8.4% from the third quarter of fiscal 2025 (12 weeks). Same store sales, or sales for our domestic and
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE: AZO) today reported net sales of $4.3 billion for its second quarter (12 weeks) ended February 14, 2026, an increase of 8.1% from the second quarter of fiscal 2025 (12 weeks). Same store sales, or sales for our domestic and
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By Counterman
link hidden, please login to view, provider of nationwide auto parts and tire delivery logistics, announced that Ben Yelowitz has joined the company as director of North America group sales. In his new role, Yelowitz will focus on building customer relationship and new business development with the automotive aftermarket program buying groups and working with their member WDs, helping strengthen PDX’s continued mission of delivering fast, dependable delivery service for automotive parts distribution across the U.S., the company said.
Yelowitz brings 52 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket parts distribution business to his new role, and is well versed in delivery logistics and transportation, PDX said. He has a strong background in the automotive aftermarket, supporting jobbers and WDs as well as dealer networks, OEM partners and aftermarket supply chain operations.
Most recently, he was new business development manager at GPC/NAPA Auto Parts. He also was CFO of POJA Warehouse LP, and president and CEO of Crest Auto Stores in Philadelphia, where he was known for his commitment to service, reliability and operational and financial excellence, PDX said. Yelowitz was also a prior long-term board member of
link hidden, please login to view, where he served as chairman, vice chairman and treasurer. “Ben’s experience and industry knowledge will be a strong addition to our team,” said Fred Frankel, PDX president. “We’re excited to welcome him to PDX and look forward to the impact he’ll make as we continue to grow and support our customers nationwide.”
“I’m looking forward to bringing my experience to PDX and contributing to the company’s continued success,” Yelowitz said.
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By Counterman
Tommy Rorex has joined
link hidden, please login to view sales team as national sales representative for Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Rorex has more than 25 years of sales and management experience across the transportation, heavy equipment and waste industries, supporting mobile air compressor and multi-power system customers.
In his new role, Rorex will help fleet managers, upfitters, dealers and service professionals identify the right VMAC systems for their operations. His deep industry experience, combined with VMAC’s products, positions Rorex to drive sales growth and deepen customer relationships.
“Having a seasoned sales professional like Tommy on our team reflects VMAC’s forward momentum and dedication to the markets that matter most to our customers,” said Jim Raymond, VMAC sales manager.
Rorex’s Background
Rorex’s background spans decades of sales leadership and customer engagement, and he’s known for connecting with customers by listening first and delivering what they need to get the job done effectively and profitably, according to VMAC.
Southern US region
“I’m thrilled to join VMAC and support customers in the southern US region with industry-leading air compressor technology,” said Rorex. “VMAC’s products stand out for their durability, and I look forward to helping dealers and operators leverage these systems to build stronger, more efficient fleets.”
VMAC designs, engineers and manufactures its products in-house, serving industries including construction, transportation, municipal services, mining, oil and gas, and equipment repair.
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link hidden, please login to view is expanding its evaporative emissions (EVAP) program for the automotive aftermarket. The line now includes more than 1,150 part numbers spanning canister purge valves and solenoids, canister vent valves and solenoids, fuel vapor canisters, leak detection pumps, purge pumps, and purge and vent hoses. Market Impact: Emissions Regulations Drive EVAP Demand
Tighter evaporative emissions standards are pushing vehicle manufacturers to improve onboard leak detection systems. Regulators have also lowered the allowable hydrocarbons emitted before a malfunction indicator light is triggered, a change that is increasing replacement rates for EVAP components.
These regulations are driving significant growth in EVAP component sales, making precision manufacturing and rigorous testing more critical than ever, according to SMP.
Product Development and Coverage
link hidden, please login to view has expanded late‑model coverage for canister purge hoses to include 2019-25 General Motors trucks and 2018-23 Ford vans, among other applications. The company said the expansion targets high‑volume platforms and supports aftermarket distribution needs for complete EVAP repairs. The EVAP portfolio is part of SMP’s wider emission control program, which also covers crankcase ventilation, exhaust gas recirculation and diesel emission components.
Manufacturing Footprint and Quality Testing
Nearly 80% of Standard EVAP components are manufactured in SMP’s North American facilities in Greenville, South Carolina; Independence, Kansas; and Reynosa, Mexico. SMP said components are engineered and tested for durability and OE‑matching performance, with multiple quality checks before release.
To validate system integration with the more complex EVAP systems on modern vehicles, SMP conducts on‑vehicle testing at its Vehicle Testing Center in Irving, Texas.
SMP’s EVAP Program Includes:
Canister purge valves and solenoids Canister vent valves and solenoids Fuel vapor canisters Fuel vapor leak detection pumps Vapor canister purge pumps Vapor canister purge valve hoses and vent hoses Executive Commentary
John Herc, vice president of vehicle control marketing at SMP, said, “Our complete EVAP Program is a single-source solution for our distribution partners. The Standard® program is unmatched for its industry-leading coverage, and we engineer and test each component to ensure that professional technicians feel confident installing Standard® EVAP components.”
Distribution and Catalog Access
All Standard evaporative emission control applications are listed in the catalog at
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