Author: Search Auto Parts | Automotive News – Industry News
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U.S. automakers to grow global market share, KPMG says
In a marked turnaround after years of economic uncertainty and industry restructuring, global auto executives say that U.S. auto brands will continue to increase market share over the next five years, according to the 13th annual global automot…
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Champion spokesman Harvick to chat with Fans through Twitter, VYou.com
The thousands of NASCAR® Sprint Cup racing fans who have always wanted to ask driver Kevin Harvick a question will now have the chance through an innovative monthly #ChampionChat social media campaign that begins this Tuesday, January 1…
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Direct Lift becomes "The Official Lift of the Barrett-Jackson Auctions"
Direct Lift was selected as the exclusive lift sponsor for all the Barrett-Jackson auctions.
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Volkswagen reports 26.3 percent increase in 2011 U.S. sales
The Chattanooga-built Passat, one of the three finalists for North American Car of the Year, outsold 2010’s volume by 124 percent selling 22,779 units, including 6,884 units for the month of December 2011.
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U.S. Ford brand sales up 17 percent in 2011
Ford brand utility sales totaled 579,626 vehicles in 2011, up 31 percent, making it the best-selling utility brand in America.
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Chrysler Group LLC reports 2011 sales up 26 percent
For the year, Chrysler Group sales totaled 1.37 million units, up 26 percent versus sales in 2010, the largest percentage sales gain of any full-line manufacturer.
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Goodrich Baja drivers take checkered flag while racing in Mexico
BFGoodrich, the official tire of the SCORE Desert Racing Series, won its 25th overall Baja 1000 title with Team BFGoodrich member Andy McMillin and his father Scott McMillin taking turns at the wheel.
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SCRS responds to article on insurer involvement in setting rates
In a letter released December 20th, 2011, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) provided commentary on an article written by USA Today contributing editor, Adam Belz, and entitled, Auto body shops say they, not insurers, should set…
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BASF to showcase advanced automotive solutions at 2012 North American International Auto Show
BASF will showcase the increasing role of chemical products in helping to deliver improved vehicle performance and comfort at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
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U.S. Auto Parts Network names new CFO
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc., one of the largest online providers of automotive aftermarket parts and accessories, today announced the appointment of David Robson as Chief Financial Officer effective January 3, 2012.