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Source: Aftermarket Business World

NPD to analyze Walmart sales data

February 3, 2012

The NPD Group, Inc., a global leader in consumer and retail market research for a wide range of industries, has reached an agreement with Walmart to receive and analyze its point-of-sale information.

Source: Aftermarket Business World

New coalition supports vehicle tweaks to improve performance, fuel economy, safety

February 3, 2012

The Center for Automotive Research has announced the launch of the Coalition of Automotive Lightweighting Materials (CALM) to support efforts by auto manufacturers to aggressively down- weight vehicles to improve performance, fuel economy and safety. CALM is the first known organization of its kind to coalesce the strengths and knowledge of the aluminum and plastics/composites industries with technology providers in design, fabrication and joining to accelerate the implementation of mixed- material solutions that will reduce vehicle mass.

Source: Automotive Body Repair News

ASA asks Houston repairers to oppose proposed licensing ordinance

February 3, 2012

The Houston City Council is scheduled to consider a proposed ordinance to regulate the automotive repair and collision industry at an upcoming city council meeting. The Automotive Service Association (ASA) contacted the mayor and council members asking that they address a number of concerns with the proposed ordinance.

Source: Motor Age

Dana expanding drivetrain parts line for repairs on older vehicles

February 3, 2012

Designed specifically for servicing post-warranty vehicles, Dana is extending its SVL aftermarket drivetrain line to include additional heavy-duty parts and, for the first time, light- duty axle components.

Source: Motor Age

Michelin renews support for truck dealership's charitable contest

February 3, 2012

Michelin Americas Truck Tires (MATT) will continue to sponsor the Arrow Truck Sales dealership's ?Back on the Road Program,? which provides a deserving truck driver with a new truck and a job driving it.

Source: Automotive Body Repair News

PDR LINX joins NABC at diamond level

February 3, 2012

PDR LINX, a division of Dent Zone Companies, which is a national provider of paintless dent repair (PDR) services, joined the National Auto Body Council (NABC) at the diamond-level membership, which is the highest level of support.

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