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By Counterman
Judge Denise Casper dismissed the entirety of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation’s suit challenging the 2020 Massachusetts Data Access Law. The automakers’ bid to block the Massachusetts
link hidden, please login to viewlaw has failed and the law remains in effect. The judge’s written decision is still under seal but should be made available to the public soon. “Today’s ruling is a significant victory for the people of Massachusetts—and all Americans,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. “This decision by Judge Casper ensures that car owners have the right to access their vehicle’s repair and diagnostic data, empowering them to make informed choices about maintenance and repairs. It levels the playing field, allowing independent repair shops to compete fairly, which in turn drives down costs for consumers. As car owners, we all deserve the freedom to control and manage the data that’s generated by our own vehicles. This ruling is a crucial step toward fostering greater transparency, affordability, and innovation in the automotive industry for the benefit of all Americans.”
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By Counterman
Auto-Wares Group of Companies announced its 2024 Supplier Award winners. This year, six companies were recognized for their collaboration, contributions and success throughout the year. The awards were voted on by the Auto-Wares store, sales and leadership teams and presented at the Auto-Wares Group of Companies’ Tech Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Feb. 7-8, 2025, with an attendance of over 2,500 service technicians, parts store owners and other automotive aftermarket professionals.
link hidden, please login to view announced Gates as its Supplier of the Year for 2024. Gates has consistently provided Auto-Wares with high-quality products and exceptional customer support and service, Auto-Wares said. “We are honored to receive this prestigious award from one of our key partners,” said Colby Florea, vice president of sales at Gates. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work put in daily by everyone at Gates to ensure our partners like Auto-Wares have the support needed to enable us to win together.”
“Gates has been and will continue to be a tremendous partner with Auto-Wares. They have an excellent team and a strong desire to help our company grow,” said Todd Leimenstoll, president and CEO of Auto-Wares Group of Companies. “Together, we’ve accomplished great things in 2024 and look forward to what the future brings together.”
Auto-Wares 2024 Supplier Award Winners
2024 Supplier of the Year: Gates 2024 Rising Star Supplier of the Year: Mevotech/MacPherson Ride 2024 Sales & Marketing Supplier of the Year: DRiV 2024 Data & Technology Supplier of the Year: Standard Motor Products 2024 Outstanding Shipping Supplier of the Year: Bosch 2024 Rep of the Year: Glen Roy, NRS 2024 Supplier of the Year: Gates 2024 Rising Star Supplier of the Year: Mevotech/MacPherson Ride 2024 Sales & Marketing Supplier of the Year: DRiV 2024 Data & Technology Supplier of the Year: Standard Motor Products 2024 Outstanding Shipping Supplier of the Year: Bosch 2024 Rep of the Year: Glen Roy, NRS
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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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