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1. BB&T Weekly Aftermarket Intelligence Update
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 09, 2012
AAIA and BB&T Capital Markets have teamed up to provide a unique report available through AAIA. This report, AAIA/BB&T Weekly Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Update, is published every week in AAIA SmartBrief. The report provides comprehensive and timely information and trends about the aftermarket and the relative performance of companies serving the industry, including manufacturers/suppliers; distributors; retailers; service and repair; and collision. Blank (02/09)
2. BB&T Weekly Aftermarket Intelligence Update
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 14, 2012
AAIA and BB&T Capital Markets have teamed up to provide a unique report available through AAIA. This report, AAIA/BB&T Weekly Automotive Aftermarket Intelligence Update, is published every week in AAIA SmartBrief. The report provides comprehensive and timely information and trends about the aftermarket and the relative performance of companies serving the industry, including manufacturers/suppliers; distributors; retailers; service and repair; and collision. Blank (02/14)
3. Auto-parts advocates call for trade case against China
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 14, 2012
Advocates for the auto-parts industry are urging the U.S. to take legal action against China over subsidies that are decreasing demand for U.S. parts and costing Americans jobs. From 2001 to 2011, the U.S. trade deficit with China in auto parts increased by 10 times, and U.S. vehicle-industry jobs declined by more than 400,000. Manufacturing & Technology News (02/07)
4. GAAS 2012: One industry, endless opportunities
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 09, 2012
The 2012 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium will celebrate the endless opportunities available in the automotive market. GAAS 2012, "One Industry, Endless Opportunities," takes place May 16 and 17 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare near Chicago. The popular industry educational and networking event is now in its 17th year and a full agenda of speakers and panelists has been assembled for the 2012 event. Review the agenda and register. Early bird discount savings of $200 are available until Friday, April 13. Blank (02/09)
5. Used-car prices are expected to rise in 2012
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 09, 2012
The average price of used vehicles is projected to increase 1.8% this year, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association. The year-over-year increase would be the third straight, following a 3% rise in 2011. "The prices you see out there now [are] the new normal for the market," said NADA analyst Jonathan Banks. Wall Street Journal, The (02/06)
6. Lang Aftermarket Insight: Over 315 billion miles will shift to foreign nameplates
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 09, 2012
"Foreign nameplates averaged 37% of new vehicle sales between 1999 and 2006. Over the next five years, foreign new vehicle sales-share topped a 52% annual-average. This means 9.5 million foreign cars and light trucks were sold rather than domestic models during 2007 through 2011, with another estimated 4.1 million foreign vehicles sold in place of domestic nameplates during 2012 and 2013. As a result, over 315 billion miles on U.S. roads will shift from domestic to foreign nameplates during the next two years (2012 and 2013) along with the parts wear and tear those miles represent." View the Lang Aftermarket Insight for a complete analysis. Blank (11/29)
7. How to avoid 3 pitfalls of commission-based salaries
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 14, 2012
Commission-based salaries can be great motivators for workers, but employers that offer them need to continue providing a base salary, abide by federal labor laws and use more than just sales numbers to gauge performance, Kathryn Hawkins writes. Find a way to link commissions to milestones that help the company achieve its long-term goals, she writes. Intuit Small Business Blog (02/13)
8. Car-sharing services could become favored option for travelers
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 14, 2012
Car-sharing services that allow drivers to rent their vehicles to others could eventually become widespread. A report estimates that 4.4 million people in North America will participate in car-sharing networks by 2016. General Motors, which recently partnered with car-sharing company RelayRides, plans to release smartphone technology that helps drivers locate available vehicles. Time.com (02/07)
9. 3 ways to keep your young workers motivated
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 09, 2012
To meet the desires of younger employees who want more learning opportunities, structure your culture around promoting outside training and internal mentorship, Robert Hosking says. "If you've got somebody on your team who you know wants more, give them more," he advises. CBS MoneyWatch (02/07)
10. Performance expert shares productivity tips
AAIA SmartBrief | Feb 14, 2012
Be more productive by scheduling your day into 15-minute chunks, organizing your work around long-term and short-term tasks, and moving on quickly from tasks you've completed, workplace performance expert Jason Womack says. He also suggests using keyboard shortcuts to automatically respond to common e-mail questions. CIO.com (01/19)
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