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Soft winter pushes LKQ results below expectations

LKQ Corporation reported first quarter 2024 financial results that were below expectations, attributed largely to unseasonably warmer weather in the U.S., but somwhat offset by positive organic growth in Europe. “Our first quarter results were below our expectations...

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Embracing aftermarket opportunity the path to success

Embracing aftermarket opportunity the path to success

2024 Young Leader of the Year recipient says following in his father's Bert's footsteps wasn't something he embraced at first, but when he did, the aftermarket returned the favour. Patrick Verriet, Business Development Manager – Canada, Mann+Hummel Filtration...

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Challenges and opportunities ahead, says AIA Canada CEO

Challenges and opportunities ahead, says AIA Canada CEO

The automotive aftermarket is entereing an age of challenges and opportunities, says AIA Canada CEO JF Champagne in his opening remarks at the association's National Conference. The National Conference was held April 24 in Toronto. “The very vehicle we service today...

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AIA Canada National Conference kicks off April 23, 24

AIA Canada National Conference kicks off April 23, 24

The AIA Canada National Conference kicks off on April 23 and runs April 24 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre.   There will be a cocktail reception April 23 is followed by a full day of conference programming on April 24...

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DENSO launches into smart mobility aftermarket with MobiQ

DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc., an affiliate of leading mobility supplier DENSO, announces MobiQ: the company's new brand of aftermarket smart mobility and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) products and solutions. DENSO unveiled MobiQ today at ITS America...

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Genuine Parts Company results ‘ahead of expectations’

Genuine Parts Company results ‘ahead of expectations’

Genuine Parts Company, a leading global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, announced today its results for the first quarter, with modest gains largely due to automotive performance offsetting industrial segment softness. "Our performance in...

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WAI Global announces key leadership changes

WAI Global, a premier global parts manufacturer for the automotive, heavy-duty, agricultural, industrial, and power sports aftermarket, has announced key leadership changes. Ron Bernstein has been named President, North America. Ron has worked in the automotive...

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