Dayco’s Aftermarket Division is launching a comprehensive new Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump program that includes an industry leading 201,000 km warranty. Effective October 15, when a technician or a DIYer purchases a Dayco Water Pump or Dayco Timing...
Jacob and Sam Yako have opened SAKO Auto Parts in Barrie, Ont. The Bestbuy Distributors automotive aftermarket distribution organization has announced the return of Jacob and Sam Yako as shareholders. Jacob and Sam Yako have opened SAKO Auto Parts at 18 Alliance...
Gabriel (Ride Control, LLC), the automotive ride control technology company, announces the expansion of its light vehicle ride control product line, including first-to-market ReadyMount Loaded Strut Assemblies for the Ram ProMaster applications. This popular new...
Following the cancellation of Canada Night at AAPEX, the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc. has announced it will host a virtual Canada Night as a part of its 2020 virtual Winter Shareholder Meeting. “Canada Night at AAPEX is always an enjoyable night for members...
Tim MacDonald, President of Ideal Supply, has announced the appointment of Mike Smith to the role of General Sales Manager for the company. Mike Smith, Ideal Supply Mike will manage the strategic direction of Ideal’s three sales divisions (Electrical, Industrial &...
Dorman Products, Inc. has announced the release of more than 230 new replacement auto parts, including OE FIX pre-pressed axles. Dorman is continuing to grow its line of OE FIX pre-pressed axles, with two new parts (926-141 and 926-142) for nearly 700,000 Toyota and...
Word has reached us of the passing of aftermarket veteran Barry Dixon. He passed away on October 5, 2020, at the age of 62, after a battle with cancer. Living in Brantford, Ont., but originally from Winnipeg, Man., he was known to many from his time with manufacturer...
Hot Shot’s Secret introduces a new addition to their Blue Diamond Severe Duty Transmission Fluid family. Blue Diamond G56, while developed specifically for G56 6-speed manual transmissions, meets the specifications for any application where a SAE 50 manual...
Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) has appointed Steve Gushie, President of CARQUEST Canada Ltd., to its 2020-2021 board of directors. Steve Gushie, CARQUEST Canada Steve has worked in the Automotive Aftermarket for over 40 years beginning his career...