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Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
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By Counterman
Applications are now being accepted for the annual Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship through March 31. High school seniors and college students in the U.S. and Canada who wish to pursue a career in the auto repair industry can apply by visiting the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Central website at
link hidden, please login to view. “We’re proud to continue our sponsorship of the Automotive Technology Scholarship as part of our commitment to supporting excellence in automotive education,” said Jen MacDonald, director of marketing for Mitchell 1. “Each year, we look forward to helping a deserving student achieve their goals and develop the skills they need for a successful career in the automotive industry.”
The recipient will receive a $2,500 scholarship, a check for $500 and roundtrip airfare and accommodations for the winner and a guest to attend the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) conference, June 9-12, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.
To be eligible, scholarship applicants must be a current student majoring in automotive technology / auto shop repair course work and meet the following criteria:
Nomination from their NACAT instructor Minimum overall 3.0 grade point average Planning to attend an accredited college or university, or already enrolled in an accredited college or university A U.S. or Canadian citizen By completing a single application
link hidden, please login to view, students will be considered for multiple scholarships for which they are eligible, including the Mitchell 1 scholarship. The streamlined website allows applicants to view the details of all scholarships available and continue to update their application until the March 31 deadline. The post
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By Counterman
Fisher Auto Parts has acquired New Jersey-based P&A Auto Parts and its eight locations. Geoffrey Shifflett, area vice president of Fisher Auto Parts, made the announcement. Headquartered in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, P&A Auto Parts has served the northeastern New Jersey market since 1982.
According to a news release announcing the acquisition, key employees Joe Cupoli and Bill Freedman purchased the company in 2003. Both will stay on to run the business following the acquisition, while Freedman will serve as regional manager.
“As a privately held business that is well established in its community, P&A Auto Parts is an excellent addition to the
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link hidden, please login to viewsaid that P&A Auto Parts focuses on the professional commercial market, while maintaining a steady retail and do-it-yourself customer base.
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By Counterman
Paul Agather, president and CEO of
link hidden, please login to view member Automotive Jobbers Supply, was honored with the Art Fisher Memorial Award, Federated’s most esteemed recognition. He received this award earlier this month during the Automotive Parts Services Group membership conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. “The Art Fisher Memorial Award is the highest honor we bestow upon our members, and this year it goes to Paul Agather, a member who has shown exceptional commitment to the initiatives and objectives of the Federated group,” said Bo Fisher, chairman of Federated Auto Parts. “Although the award is given each year, it signifies enduring commitment, support, engagement and loyalty to the Federated community. My father would have taken great pride in presenting Paul with this award and recognizing his ongoing dedication to the success of Federated, his fellow members and the aftermarket industry.”
Agather began his career at Automotive Jobbers Supply in 1988 before leaving to finish college in 1990. He returned to the company in 1993 and held a variety of positions including director, treasurer, CFO and CIO, before assuming his current role as president and CEO. Active in the industry, Agather has served as a committee member of the Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) logistics and technology committee and has been a presenter at several AWDA industry events, encouraging and promoting the use of technology in the aftermarket, according to a news release announcing his recognition. He is a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) leadership council for the state of Washington and serves as vice chair of the NFIB Washington state political action committee.
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link hidden, please login to view founder Art Fisher, the Art Fisher Memorial Award is presented annually to a member of the Federated group who has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the success of Federated Auto Parts, its members and initiatives. Award recipients also have a history of sharing their time and expertise for the benefit of all members and have served in industry roles, representing the interests of the Federated membership. The post
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By Counterman
The Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), a community of the Auto Care Association, presented the 2024 Art Fisher Award for Excellence in Education, to Larry Pavey, CEO of the Automotive Products Services Group. The award was presented on Nov. 3 by AWDA Vice-Chair Fletcher Lord III at AWDA’s 2024 Annual Conference in Las Vegas.
AWDA’s Art Fisher Award for Excellence in Education is presented annually to an aftermarket company or individual that demonstrates outstanding commitment to education and training, either within their organization or throughout the industry. Given in memory of former AWDA Chairman Art Fisher, the award grants scholarships in the name of the award winner to two students enrolled in the automotive aftermarket management program at Northwood University.
Larry Pavey, CEO of the Automotive Parts Services Group, has spent his entire career in the automotive aftermarket, starting in sales at Walker Manufacturing, then on to the BWD division of Echlin. He served as vice president of marketing for the Borg Warner, Niehoff and Whitaker brands.
With Pavey at the helm, Echlin’s brake business made more than 20 acquisitions, becoming the largest brake supplier in the aftermarket industry. He served as president of Echlin’s North American Operations and later president of Dana’s Under Vehicle Group.
Today Pavey serves as CEO of the Automotive Parts Service Group, a joint venture between the National Pronto Association and the Federated Alliance. He has been active in many industry associations, serving on the boards of ASE, AAPA, MEMA, the Auto Care Association and the AWDA Board of Governors.
In 2016 Pavey was presented with the Martin Fromm AWDA Lifetime Achievement Award and in 2018 he was presented with the Jack Creamer Leader of the Year Award.
His commitment to the automotive aftermarket is long and varied. He has worked on both sides of the supply chain. He is a quiet but effective leader and teacher who has had a major impact on the industry.
Pavey has the ability to look at the industry as a whole and strive to do what is best for everyone to help them succeed.
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link hidden, please login to view announced the acquisition of Rowe Auto Service, marking the company’s third acquisition since the Berrodin Parts Warehouse affiliation in October 2023, and is in addition to 32 greenfield locations opened year-to-date in 2024 and 30 locations opened in 2023. link hidden, please login to viewalso announced that the recently purchased 217,000 sq. ft. distribution center in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is expected to open in March 2025. Rowe Auto Service in Oneonta, NY, has been owned and operated by the Odell and Hogan families for nearly 60 years. It was purchased by Howard J. Odell and Joseph R. Hogan in June 1964 from the original Rowe brothers. Their sons Lance E. Odell and Joseph D. Hogan worked in the business and, in June 1995, purchased the company from their fathers. They will stay on with Fisher Auto Parts beyond the transition.
“As a family-owned, privately held business with an experienced team of professionals, Rowe Auto Service is a good fit for Fisher Auto Parts,” said Geoffrey Shifflett, area vice president of Fisher Auto Parts. “We plan to grow market share in this region, so we are very pleased that Lance and Joe agreed to pass the torch to us, and we thank them for staying on to help with the transition.”
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