AMN Drivetime: Valvoline’s Roger England
When asked if he was currently in his “dream job,” as VP and Chief R&D officer for Valvoline, Roger England’s response says it all about his infectious enthusiasm for all he does. “Heck yeah. I have a great time. I enjoy going to work,” England shares with Bill Babcox in the most recent AMN Drivetime
The Road to AAPEX Ep. 1: Will a 33-year-old Cadillac make it to Las Vegas?
The truth is: We don’t know how this is going to end. The 2,500-mile drive from Babcox Media’s headquarters in Akron, Ohio, to Las Vegas, across the iconic Route 66, is enough to test any vehicle. But the car Babcox Media’s Joe Keene picked to rehab and drive to AAPEX held in Las Vegas, Nov.
The Road to AAPEX starts here
You may notice a different type of show car at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) this year. It only has 140 hp, with a four-speed automatic transmission and clocks in at 20 feet long. This car is not arriving at the show on a trailer. Instead, it’s coming from Akron, Ohio, on its own power. The
Stock up on brake system seasonal maintenance tips
None of us want to think about it, but winter is coming, and the chemical slurries that coat the road cling to your vehicle’s undercarriage and gnaw away at any intrusions. This causes rust and premature failure of components like brake pads. “But I just replaced those pads!” you yell, cursing Jack Frost. The question
AMN Drivetime: Rock Auto’s Tom Taylor (video)
An admitted “car hoarder,” Tom Taylor, VP of marketing and co-owner of Rock Auto, says he and his family really lucked out when they founded the online auto parts retailer in the midst of the “Dot Com” bubble. According to their website, Rock Auto’s goal is to “liberate information hidden behind the auto parts store
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AMN Drivetime: Pronto Network president Robert Roos (podcast)
From our friends at aftermarketNews: A conversation with Robert Roos. Next year will mark 40 years for Robert Roos in the industry and he says it’s been an incredible journey.
AMN Drivetime: Pronto Network president Robert Roos (video)
Next year will mark 40 years for Robert Roos in the industry and he says it’s been an incredible journey.
Two ways that EVs will change vehicle maintenance, and one major way it won’t
There’s no doubt that the increased market penetration of new EV sales will impact the service process once EVs begin to age. While there’s much to be said about the potential of reduced cost of ownership related to EVs, they will still need serviced regularly. To make sure your shop is prepared, here are two
AMN Drivetime: Tendeco’s John Lussier (podcast)
From our friends at aftermarketNews: A conversation with John Lussier. Bill Babcox and John Lussier discuss supply chain challenges, the value of OE heritage, international business and more.
AMN Drivetime: Tendeco’s John Lussier (video)
In this latest episode of AMN Drivetime, Babcox Media CEO Bill Babcox sits down with John Lussier, president of Tendeco Sales Inc., under which the Litens brand resides. In the interview, the two executives talk about a variety of important industry issues – from supply chain challenges to sourcing, R&D, OE heritage, international business and
AMN Drivetime: Transtar’s Neil Sethi (video)
During his recent AMN Drivetime podcast interview with Babcox Media CEO Bill Babcox, Neil Sethi, president and CEO of Transtar Holding Company, shares his fascinating journey from studying biology and medicine as an undergrad to shifting gears and finishing with an MBA focused on finance. Throughout this journey, which continues today in his role at
EV Regenerative Braking Doesn’t Mean You Forget About The Brake Pads
EVs are coming. As manufacturers ramp up production of EVs across nearly all car and light-truck makes and models, selecting a high-quality brake pad is extremely important. The reason is twofold. Not only are EVs quieter than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, making brake noise even more unwelcome, but EV braking system effectiveness can also