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By Counterman
Auto-Wares announced the hiring of James Bannister as the company’s new director of training. The company said he will lead training efforts and focus on empowering employees and customers through comprehensive learning and development programs. Auto-Wares added Bannister’s role is essential in ensuring its teams across stores, warehouses, and corporate functions have the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to meet Auto-Wares’ strategic goals.
According to the company, Bannister brings over 20 years of experience in leadership and process optimization. His career spans roles in operations and training.
link hidden, please login to view added that he’s known for crafting innovative training programs that drive growth and develop teams across industries, including Fortune 500 companies. After starting his career as a technician and achieving ASE Master Certification, Bannister has also worked as a technical product specialist, shop foreman and operations manager.
link hidden, please login to view emphasized he has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead, mentor and develop impactful training programs, backed by his Automotive Technology degree from Lincoln Technical Institute. The post
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By Counterman
The Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), a community of the Auto Care Association, presented its 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award in Honor of Martin Fromm to Sue Godschalk, president of Federated Auto Parts. The award was presented by AWDA Chairperson Ashlee Arnold on Nov. 3 at AWDA’s 2024 Annual Conference in Las Vegas.
AWDA’s Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have, over the course of many years, distinguished themselves through their unselfish commitment to, and high level of performance within, the motor vehicle aftermarket industry. The award is named in honor of former AWDA President Martin Fromm.
Starting 52 years ago at the bottom and working her way up to the very top of the organization, Godschalk began in the aftermarket in the inventory control department and this year will go on to become CEO of Federated Auto Parts. She has experienced great success in an industry that has been traditionally dominated by men.
Like many small business leaders, Godschalk wears numerous hats including managing financials, people, meetings, payments, rebates and much more. She’s a consensus builder who listens, contributes, pushes hard for what she believes in and then implements the plan better than nearly anyone else.
Godschalk leads through servant leadership, collaboration and by putting the time in until the job is done. Like all great leaders, she seeks professionalism over popularity. She doesn’t seek the limelight and accomplishes far more than nearly everyone else, and for years has been able to set new standards working alongside her husband Herb.
Godschalk had great mentors in Larry Pavey, Rusty Bishop and Art Fisher, as well as all of the Federated membership. Her team has benefited from being around such a highly capable person who is the perfect combination of a productive manager, worker bee, and intelligent team player.
Great plans can often fail without excellent execution and Godschalk works the plan as well as anyone and deserves credit for all of her successes both personally and professionally. While working long hours, she finds time to support her church as the lector and the secretary of the parish council. She also loves to cook and entertain, and in high school, she was even a starter on her basketball team and the captain of their cheerleading squad.
The independent aftermarket has a world-class “cheerleader” and an expert “player” in award winner Sue Godschalk.
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By Counterman
Mevotech announced the release of 239 new part numbers, featuring TTX front lower forward control arms for police vehicles. The company said the parts are engineered for late-model Ford Explorer and Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles. A news release from
link hidden, please login to view explained the parts come with three exclusive patented technologies to withstand severe conditions, including high heat and heavy loads. A full replacement kit of Repel-TEK coated hardware—including the frame bolts—is supplied to speed up installation, the company said.
link hidden, please login to viewadded that it is releasing 40 additional products, including parts for late-model Ford pickups and SUVs, such as ball joints from the Supreme and TTX lines, as well as TTX inner tie rod ends. Key release highlights, according to Mevotech, include:
2024-2020 FORD EXPLORER 2023-2020 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY CTXMS401286/CTXMS401287
Front L/R Lower Forward Control Arm
Patented greaseable and self-lubricating sintered Dynamic Control Bearing optimizes service life and increases durability. Exclusive patented Bi-Metallic technology allows sintered bearings to be used in unitized aluminum control arms. Patented locking multi-lipped dust boot design seals out contaminants and protects internals. Added knurling to the bushing sleeve improves retention to the vehicle frame. Repel-TEK anti-corrosion coated hardware, including vehicle frame bolt, makes installation quick and easy. 2024-2021 FORD F-150
TXMS40554 Front Upper Ball Joint
Patented greaseable and self-lubricating sintered Dynamic Control Bearing and Directional Bearing optimize part life and durability. Patented locking multi-lipped dust boot seals out contaminants. Entire part is protected by Repel-TEK anti-corrosion formula. Repel-TEK anti-corrosion coated hardware included makes installation a snap. 2023-2021 FORD BRONCO
TXMS40560 Front Upper Ball Joint
Patented greaseable and self-lubricating sintered Dynamic Control Bearing optimizes part service life for vehicles often used as working trucks. Patented locking multi-lipped dust boot prevents contaminant ingress. Thicker housing flange improves part strength. Repel-TEK anti-corrosion formula protects entire part and hardware. 2024-2021 FORD F-150
2024-2022 FORD EXPEDITION TXMS40785
Front Inner Tie Rod End
Enhanced bearing material improves part strength and longevity. Included jam nut, dust boot and dust boot clamps ensure a complete install. “Zip-tie” style rack end clamp enables a quicker fitting. Repel-TEK anti-corrosion coating on entire assembly makes future alignments easier. Pre-applied thread locking compound reduces assembly time Additional application: 2024-2022 Lincoln Navigator. 2023-2020 FORD RANGER
MS40564 Front Lower Ball Joint
Greaseable and self-lubricating sintered bearings replace OE-style plastic for increased durability. Upgraded multi-lip boot design wicks away contaminants and protects internals. Bootstaller tool enables precise and secure fitting in three easy steps. Entire part, hardware and bootstaller are anti-corrosion coated to extend service life. The post
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link hidden, please login to view announced the launch of 20 new products in North America. The new part numbers include complete strut assemblies and shock absorbers, representing nearly 8 million vehicles in new coverage. The launch includes coverage for light vehicles like the Hyundai Sonata, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Subaru WRX, in addition to popular pickup truck applications, including the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado and the Dodge Ram 1500, among others, according to link hidden, please login to view. “We are continually launching aftermarket products using the same high-quality components as our original equipment offerings,” said Bruno Bello, director of global marketing at PRT. “These new items not only expand our portfolio but also strengthen our presence in North America. The new products are in stock and ready to ship!”
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link hidden, please login to view announced link hidden, please login to view is the newest member of TruStar. Established in 2011, Parts Universe offers parts for internal combustion engines (ICE), electric vehicles (EVs), and marine applications, including connectors, fuses, cables, batteries, motor oils, and other components, a news release from APA explained. “After considering our options, TruStar seemed to offer more product lines and opportunities for sales growth,” said Mike Zhu, president of Parts Universe, who added that joining a buying group was recommended by sales representatives for better deals.
“We are excited to have Parts Universe join TruStar and are eager to see how our network and purchasing power will contribute to their expansion,” added APA President Steve Tucker.
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