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APA Heads to the Big Easy for General Meeting
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By Counterman
Automotive Parts Associates (APA) announced it recently wrapped up an action-packed weekend in Las Vegas, where winners of the Vegas Adrenaline Adventure Weekend promotion “experienced high-octane thrills and unforgettable moments.” From Feb. 28 to March 2, 10 winners and their guests enjoyed an all-expense-paid trip featuring off-road driving, machine gun shooting, Topgolf, plus $500!
APA said the winners also got to enjoy a Friday night dinner sponsored by FCS. “A special shoutout to FCS for sponsoring a fantastic Friday night dinner, adding to the excitement of the weekend,” APA said.
The promotion, which was open to
link hidden, please login to viewshareholders’ and TruStar members’ customers from September 15 through October 31, awarded entries for every $200 purchased from sponsoring suppliers. In addition to the grand prize trip, 10 second-place winners received a $250 gift card and salespeople earned a $100 gift card for each winner. Following are quotes from participants sharing their appreciation for the experience:
“Thank you very much for the great and memorable trip and your kind hospitality. We do appreciate it. I was glad to meet a lot of shop owners and great people and also exchange great information. We had a great time.” “Both of my sons thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thanks for putting that together. It was a trip they may never take again together!” “Gail and I would like to say thank you to APA for a great weekend away, we really enjoyed ourselves!” “It was an unforgettable weekend,” said Jan Larson, director of marketing for APA. “What started as a group of strangers on Friday quickly turned into a close-knit group by Sunday, exchanging contact information and sharing stories like lifelong friends. I always encourage our shareholders and TruStar members to take advantage of these promotions. Participation is easy and can have a meaningful impact on employee morale. These events drive engagement, boost sales, and create lasting memories—don’t let your customers miss out on these incredible opportunities!”
APA said it hosts two promotions annually, one in spring and one in fall. Up next is the 2025 Tanks For The Memories Sweepstakes, where ten winners will receive an all-expense-paid trip to drive real tanks at Drive A Tank in Kasota, MN.
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link hidden, please login to view, a division of link hidden, please login to view, announced it is adding new general repair parts commonly used by transmission repair shops in over 50 locations. With the addition, these general repair parts will now be available at the majority of Transtar’s 70 locations, simplifying complex vehicle repair by enabling repair shops to find the parts they need in one location, the company said. The aftermarket brands with which Transtar is partnering as part of the expansion, and their respective repair parts, include:
• Denso – ignition coils, oxygen sensors, spark plugs
• ProMax – Brake pads, rotors, chassis, control arms
• Sunsong® – Brake hoses
• GSP® – CV axles, hub assemblies
• DFC – Brake pads, rotors, calipers
“The addition of general repair parts at a significant number of our locations is an exciting enhancement and one that is a part of Transtar’s overall commitment to becoming a one-stop solution for our customers,” said Tom DeMille, executive vice president, sales and marketing. “We’re committed to supporting shops in all types of repairs. Whether that’s a general automotive repair or more complex transmission repair, Transtar has the parts needed to keep the world moving.”
For a complete listing of Transtar locations and products, visit
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By Counterman
Advance Auto Parts announced that it has appointed Jeff Vining as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective March 2, 2025. In this role, the company said Vining will be responsible for all aspects of the Advance’s legal, corporate governance and compliance functions. Vining will report directly to Shane O’Kelly, president and chief executive officer.
The company added that Tammy Finley, who currently serves in this role, is retiring and will stay with Advance in an advisory capacity to support the transition. Finley spent 27 years at Advance in the legal, human resources and communications functions.
link hidden, please login to viewsaid she was vital in leading the company through almost three decades of growth and change management, and, most recently, the divestiture of the Worldpac business. “Jeff’s experience in supporting successful business transformations and driving efficiencies is critical for the success of our strategic action plan,” O’Kelly said. “We are thankful for Tammy’s many contributions over the years along with her passion for Advance and our team members. We wish her all the best as she retires.”
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link hidden, please login to view explained that Vining brings more than 20 years of deep legal expertise within publicly traded companies, including key areas such as corporate governance, M&A, risk management, labor and employment, and litigation. Most recently, he served as general counsel and secretary at Unifi, Inc., where he was responsible for the company’s global legal functions and ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements. Vining received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence at the University of Richmond School of Law in Richmond, Virginia, and his Bachelor of Science from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
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