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Enter to Win a 46" HDTV!

2010-07-29T09:28:00.000-07:00

Enter to Win a 46" HDTV!

Don't forget to enter the WORLDPAC 46" LCD HDTV Sweepstakes every month through December 2010 for a chance to win!

Sweepstakes deadlines are based on calendar months, so you have a few more days to enter July's Sweepstakes. Then return to register for August's Sweepstakes beginning Aug 1st!

The TV sweepstakes supports our 2010 advertising campaign which highlights reasons WORLDPAC is "Perfectly Adjusted for Your Service Center" including:

- 100,000+ parts inventory
- SpeedDIAL electronic catalog and order fulfillment system (it's industry leading!)
- 85,000+ high-resolution product images
- 80+ metro area locations in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico
- Multiple same-day delivery in most metro areas
- Overnight shipping to any address in the USA and Canada
- World-class WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) for Technical and Business training
- Customer Marketing Solutions (CMS)
- Best selection of OE brands for European, Asian and domestic vehicles

Visit the campaign website (www.worldpac.com/2010) each month to register for your chance to win. Register to WIN today!

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WORLDPAC Recognized as Top Bay Area Employer

2010-07-06T09:52:00.000-07:00

WORLDPAC Recognized as Top Bay Area Employer

WORLDPAC Inc. was recently recognized as one of the top 10 best San Francisco Bay Area companies to work for in 2010!

The “Top WorkPlaces 2010” independent survey was conducted by the Bay Area News Group in partnership with Workplace Dynamics to present the top work places located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Workplace Dynamics has conducted similar surveys in major cities and regions throughout the USA. Over 1,200 Bay Area companies of 50 or more employees were invited to participate in the survey.

WORLDPAC was ranked #3 in the “Top 10 Large WorkPlaces” category (400+ employees). Rankings were determined by a comprehensive survey of San Francisco Bay Area companies that used employee responses to rate area companies. Over 80% of WORLDPAC teammates located in the Newark, CA headquarters and their six regional Bay Area branches participated in the survey.

The results support WORLDPAC’s guiding principles; create an environment for motivated and enthusiastic teammates working together to provide the very best customer experience.

“This is a great accomplishment for our Company and our teammates. Our selection as a Top Bay Area Employer provides positive feedback that we are providing a very open and rewarding work environment where our teammates are afforded opportunities to excel and remain highly committed to achieving our goals”, said Bob Cushing, WORLDPAC’s President & CEO.

For WORLDPAC, headquartered in the Bay Area’s Silicon Valley, it is a tremendous accomplishment to be recognized in a community of Fortune 1000 companies such as Adobe, Apple, Cisco, eBay, Google, and Yahoo!

The complete Top WorkPlaces 2010 survey recognizes 60 small, medium and large Bay Area companies. Results were published in Bay Area News Group publications including Tri-Valley Herald, San Jose Mercury News, CONTRA COSTA TIMES, Oakland Tribune, Marin Independent Journal, San Mateo County Times and InsideBayArea (June 20, 2010 and June 27, 2010) or view our ranking and profile online! (http://www.jobscareers.com/topworkplaces).

WORLDPAC Inc. imports and distributes brand recognized OE and quality automotive parts directly to the import automotive service community. The company has locations in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico and also offers extensive customer services such as their highly praised technical & business training and targeted customer marketing solutions. To learn more about WORLDPAC contact (800) 888-9982 ext. 5470 or visit www.worldpac.com.

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Introducing CUSTOMER VIEWPOINT Poll Questions!

2010-06-29T12:10:00.000-07:00

Introducing CUSTOMER VIEWPOINT Poll Questions!

Introducing the CUSTOMER VIEWPOINT – a new opinion poll area located within the Community Forum pages of speedDIAL, WORLDPAC's electronic catalog and order fulfillment system!

CUSTOMER VIEWPOINT allows WORLDPAC customers to share opinions about specific automotive industry topics, WORLDPAC, products and services, and more. Your response will help us better serve your needs in the future.

Visit speedDIAL's Community Forums today and let your opinion be known!

(WORLDPAC speedDIAL login and password are required)

CUSTOMER VIEWPOINT poll questions are located on the right-hand side bar of speedDIAL Community Forum pages:

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Monthly 46" TV Sweepstakes!

2010-04-27T09:46:00.000-07:00

Monthly 46" TV Sweepstakes!

Don't forget to enter the WORLDPAC 46" LCD HDTV Sweepstakes every month through December 2010 for a chance to win!

Winners are already enjoying their prizes ... You could be next! Learn more about the lucky winners by visiting the Sweepstakes Winner's Hall of Fame web page.

The TV sweepstakes supports our 2010 advertising campaign which highlights reasons WORLDPAC is "Perfectly Adjusted for Your Service Center" including:

- 100,000+ parts inventory
- 80+ metro area locations in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico
- Multiple same-day delivery
- Industry leading speedDIAL catalog and fulfillment ordering system
- World-class WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI)
- Customer Marketing Solutions (CMS)
- Best selection of OE brands

Visit the campaign website (www.worldpac.com/2010) each month to register for your chance to win. Register to WIN today!

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WORLDPAC Hosts Grand Opening in Puerto Rico!

2010-03-19T08:16:00.000-07:00

WORLDPAC Hosts Grand Opening in Puerto Rico!

WORLDPAC celebrated our first off-shore branch facility in Bayamón, Puerto Rico by hosting an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, March 13, 2010.

The event included a Supplier Expo attended by some of the leading OEM suppliers, including: Bosch, Denso, ATE/Continental, PBR brakes, Gates, Exedy, Conti-tech/Pentosin, Lubro-Moly, K&N, ZF Group – Lemforder, Sachs, Stabilus, Boge, Valeo and Schaeffler Group's INA, FAG and LUK brands.

WORLDPAC customers enjoyed local regional food prepared by celebrity Chef Piñeiro, various children’s activities, warehouse tours and on-going 30 minute speedDIAL catalog and ordering demonstrations with tips. The entire day was informative and fun for customers and their families while formally introducing customers to the entire WORLDPAC team.

Headquartered in Newark, CA. USA, WORLDPAC is an importer and distributor for original equipment quality replacement automotive parts. We provides brand recognized OE quality automotive parts directly to the import repair specialist and also offers extensive customer services such as our highly praised technical & business training as well as targeted customer marketing services.

For more information about WORLDPAC visit www.worldpac.com.

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New WORLDPAC Ad Campaign and Monthly TV Sweepstakes!

2010-02-17T17:01:00.000-08:00

New WORLDPAC Advertising Campaign and TV Sweepstakes!

WORLDPAC recently launched a new advertising campaign for 2010!

The campaign theme communicates why WORLDPAC is Perfectly Tuned for Your Service Center.

At WORLDPAC we work hard to provide our customers with the components needed to run a successful service center. Through years of experience as a direct importer and distributor of import automotive parts, we have been able to fine tune each component to offer you, our customer, a complete parts and service offering including:

Best Parts Inventory

WORLDPAC stocks more than 100,000 parts for over 1,000,000 vehicle applications! The fact is, by the time new cars hit the road, replacement parts are in our system, ready for you to source.

Best Selection of OE Brands

WORLDPAC imports parts directly from the most respected OE manufacturers in the automotive industry. Sourcing the original parts from the original manufacturers ensures the precise fit and easy installation the first time, as well as the quality that maintains the integrity of the vehicle.

SpeedDIAL Online Catalog and Fulfillment Ordering System

WORLDPAC’s industry leading speedDIAL online catalog and fulfillment ordering system features 24x7 real-time pricing and availability on multiple product brands as well as online self-service returns, 50,000+ high-resolution color product images, VIN decoder and integrated AAIA ACES vehicle identification recognition, as well as WORLDPAC Forums which puts you in contact with thousands of repair technicians sharing ideas and business solutions throughout North America.

Over 80+ Metro Area Locations

Leveraging the organization and efficiencies of our 80+ strategically located facilities (including locations in the U.S., Canada and Pureto Rico) is the backbone of our commitment to delivering the right part at the right time.

Best Delivery Schedule Including Multiple Same-Day Deliveries

Our company-owned fleet of vehicles and drivers provides multiple same-day deliveries to most major metropolitan areas. Our proprietary Electronic Delivery Verification System allows prompt and accurate order fulfillment as well as paperless delivery, increased order accuracy, estimated delivery times, digitally stored proof of delivery, and real-time account receivables updates. We also offer nationwide overnight service for dependable and consistent overnight delivery to every address in North America.

You might ask yourself, "what does this mean for me and my service center business?" We are glad you asked! It means WORLDPAC's timely and consistent delivery service can help you increase technician productivity while decreasing your inventory levels which results in increased revenue and decreased expenditures!

Customer Marketing Solutions (CMS)

WORLDPAC understands that marketing your independent service center can be challenging. That is why we offer “turn-key” marketing services to assist you with your marketing plan. Depending on your goals, WORLDPAC offers various acquisition (gain new customers) and retention ( retain and grow current customers) marketing solutions.

To learn more about the difference between acquisition and retention marketing strategies, download our Customer Marketing Solutions (CMS) brochure or request that your Sales rep send you a copy today.

Available customer marketing solutions include direct mail, service reminders, shop calendars, post-service feedback surveys and more.

WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI)

Our mission at the WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) is to assist customers in growing and increasing the profitability of their business through education.

Our technical program provides advanced level diagnostic training designed explicitly for independent repair professionals. View technical training.

Our business development program provides training in the management of the repair shop business. Skills include how to increase productivity and profits, as well as how to best manage difficult areas of the business including financial management, employee management, marketing and service adviser training. View business development.

Monthly TV Sweepstakes

To celebrate the new campaign, WORLDPAC is giving away a 46" LCD HDTV each month during the 2010 TV sweepstakes giveaway!

Visit the campaign website (www.worldpac.com/2010) each month to register for your chance to win. It's that simple! Register to WIN today!

Monthly winners will be featured on the WORLDPAC Sweepstakes Winners Hall of Fame web page.

View WORLDPAC's new advertisement live on the back cover of Motor Age magazine's February 2010 digital issue.

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WORLDPAC opens new facility in Bayamón, Puerto Rico!

2010-02-17T08:12:00.000-08:00

WORLDPAC opens new facility in Bayamón, Puerto Rico!

Introducing WORLDPAC’s first branch location in Puerto Rico!

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Article: Ramping Up for 2010

2009-12-29T11:33:00.000-08:00

Article: Ramping Up for 2010

By Mary DellaValle
Editor, ImportCar Magazine
December 09, 2009

As you get ready to close the book on another year, it's not uncommon to think about challenges in the year ahead and how you will be handling them. Many shop owners take a hard look at their business model and make strategic adjustments that will help pave the way for increased profits and a bigger market share.

Mary DellaValle also writes:

Here are some things to consider as you ramp up for next year ...
Get more training

Help get your customers’ vehicles ready for the winter driving season

Check your customers’ tires

Don’t “eat” valuable service time by not charging for diagnostics

Go green

Read Mary's full article to learn more: Ramping Up for 2010: What Are You Doing to Stand Out from the Competition?

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Happy Holidays from WORLDPAC

2009-12-22T15:14:00.000-08:00

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GearWrench Promotion: Earn up to $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!

2009-12-01T08:40:00.000-08:00

GearWrench Promotion: Earn up to $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!

It’s the holiday season and GearWrench would make a wonderful gift for you or someone who appreciates high quality professional hand tools.

GearWrench is a premier hand tool brand from Danaher Tool Group and WORLDPAC now stocks some of their most popular ratcheting wrench sets, electronic torque wrenches and TPMS electronic torque wrenches.

"Earn for the Holidays” provides you an opportunity to earn as much as $200 in Amazon gift cards. Order this month and start earning your Amazon gift cards so that you can buy some fantastic items on Amazon.com.

Gift card earnings schedule - GearWrench cumulative purchases during the promotion period:

The "Earn for the Holidays" promotion runs from December 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009 while supplies last. Maximum Amazon gift card amount earned is $200 per customer.

Happy Holidays from WORLDPAC!

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Is Unemployment Influencing Aftermarket Sales?

2009-11-12T08:50:00.001-08:00

Is Unemployment Influencing Aftermarket Sales?

The NPD Group provides market research for understanding business and consumer trends. Aftermarket Perspectives is a communication from NPD that delivers insights into current issues in the aftermarket industry.

Excerpt from NPD's November 2009 issue of Aftermarket Perspectives:

We [NPD] found that markets with lower than average unemployment had higher sales growth than markets with higher unemployment. While that finding may not be too surprising, a deeper look reveals some interesting differences.

. . . hard parts sales in high unemployment markets fared significantly better than front-of-store categories. Consumers searching for work in these markets may find themselves unable to purchase a replacement vehicle during these trying times. But these consumers still may depend heavily on an existing vehicle to continue the job search, transport other family members to work, and serve their households’ critical transportation needs. As these vehicles need replacement parts, even cash-strapped consumers may find such expenditures necessary. Hard parts sales in the highest unemployment markets even slightly outpaced the national average growth rate.

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WORLDPAC's Hans Wulff Recognized at AIA Awards Luncheon

2009-11-05T15:39:00.000-08:00

WORLDPAC's Hans Wulff Recognized at AIA Awards Luncheon

WORLDPAC's Hans Wulff, Senior Vice President of Supply & Product Strategy, was recognized as a "Lifetime Achiever" while being awarded a prestigious AIA People Award during AIA's 11th annual awards luncheon.

AIA's People Awards were presented Wednesday Nov. 4th at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas during this year's Industry Week.

Below is an article excerpt summarizing Hans' achievements:

Industry Executives Recognized at AIA Awards Luncheon
November 5, 2009
By aftermarketNews staff

With more than 35 years of experience, Hans Wulff is truly a pioneer in the import automotive parts industry. In 1979, Wulff became a team member of World Wide Trading (now WORLDPAC). During his 30 years with WORLDPAC, he has held several management positions. In his current position as senior vice president of product and supply strategy, Wulff’s responsibilities include product development, supply chain management, inventory control, supplier relations and cataloging. Wulff also has played a significant role in several of WORLDPAC’s strategic initiatives including the development and implementation of a state-of-the-art automated procurement and supply chain system, WORLDPAC’s internally developed electronic catalog, and two acquisitions and integration projects (IMPAC in 1995 and Metrix TPW in 1999).

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Congratulations Hans!

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I Didn't Know WORLDPAC Stocks . . .

2009-11-03T12:22:00.000-08:00

I Didn't Know WORLDPAC Stocks . . .

We recently updated our WORLDPAC Line Card by Category to highlight some lesser known products we stock.

Newly highlighted products available at WORLDPAC include headlamps & tail lamps, mini bulbs, factory coolants, factory fluids, CV boots, shop supplies & gloves and emblems. We also stock hose clamps and exhaust manifolds!

Of course, the line card still features all our well known items under product categories such as Air Conditioning, Brake Systems, Clutch, Cooling Systems, Engine, Electrical, Emissions & Fuel, Exhaust System, Suspension and Miscellaneous.

Click to view the updated WORLDPAC Line Card by Category or contact your WORLDPAC Sales Associate to learn more.

Headquartered in Newark, CA. USA, WORLDPAC is an importer and distributor for original equipment quality replacement automotive parts. We provide brand recognized OE quality automotive parts directly to the import repair community and also offer extensive customer services such as our highly praised technical & business training and targeted customer marketing solutions.

To learn more about WORLDPAC contact (800) 888-9982 ext. 5470 or visit www.worldpac.com.

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STX: Opening Remarks

2009-11-02T11:15:00.000-08:00

Opening Remarks

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Mario Recchia, senior vice president of marketing at WORLDPAC, gives his opening remarks during the first WORLDPAC Suppliers and Training Expo in Orlando. This is the first expo of its kind WORLDPAC has hosted, and Recchia reports like other parts of the aftermarket, there are three keys to success. He says education and training, specialty tools and good hard parts are key in today’s aftermarket. And he also says there are good times ahead. “The cup is not half empty it is half full. We think there are a lot of opportunities out there for you. You see what’s going on on the OE side. You see dealers going out of biz left and right and you hope you can pick up some of that business.”

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WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business.

The event hosted over 500 import specialists from 43 US states and Canada, over 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers and over 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

Technical Training
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STX: Xentry Info

2009-11-02T10:42:00.000-08:00

STX: Xentry Info

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Ian Lebby discusses Mercedes Xentry with attendees of WORLDPAC’s first supplier and training expo. The expo featured dozens of classes on topics covering a number of import makes and models. Lebby’s class focused not only on Xentry tips, but also SCN coding, CAN basics and networking management, SDscan introduction, theft-relevant parts info and models covered.

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WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business.

The event hosted over 500 import specialists from 43 US states and Canada, over 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers and over 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

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STX: Bosch Training

2009-11-02T09:41:00.000-08:00

STX: Bosch Training

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Bosch’s Ryan Barr explained some of the ways Bosch’s Electronic Stability Program (ESP) helps in critical situations in the class Bosch Safety Systems. The class was part of the first WORLDPAC Supplier & Training Expo in Orlando.

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WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business.

The event hosted over 500 import specialists from 43 US states and Canada, over 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers and over 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

Technical Training
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STX: Motor Oil Has Rich Past Before You Pour it into Engines

2009-10-30T17:40:00.000-07:00

STX: Motor Oil Has Rich Past Before You Pour it into Engines

Panel discussion kicks off WORLDPAC's first supplier and training expo.

Publish date: Oct 23, 2009
By: Tschanen Brandyberry
Source: Motor Age

Excerpts from the article:

ORLANDO — There’s a lot that goes into that oil that you’re using in today’s vehicles long before you pour it into an engine in they shop.

Five oil company leaders told those who use their oils on a daily basis just what goes into being factory-approved as well as staying ahead of oil technologies during WORLDPAC’s oil panel at its first supplier training and expo Friday in Orlando.

It’s a careful balance for oil companies to manage their offerings to meet not only what the carmakers look for, but also what the engines need to stay on the road, says Cameron Evans, director of sales and marketing for Red Line Synthetic Oil Corp. It also really revolves around factory approval.

. . . Steve Matsumura, engineer Lubricants Division with Nippon Oil/ENEOS, says it also comes down to three main things when garnering factory approval: technology, global supply capability and cost. Dave Wolman, president of Motul USA, expands on that, saying the relationship between the oil company and the factory also is a key component.

That’s especially important because Wolman [Motul USA] adds that most endorsed engine test results last only about five years.

And even before the oil can be considered as meeting these tough oil requirements, what goes into the liquid is carefully studied and planned. Evans says its starts with the base stocks. The hardest part, he suggests, is that some of this information is not well described in the industry. Technicians end up basing decisions on who is willing to talk and companies’ integrity.

. . . And these shop owners and technicians know what they’re looking for in the end. Jim Phillips, vice president of marketing for WORLDPAC, kicked off the panel discussion by telling attendees that even though the oil change is one of the most common services they perform, across the board they’re not the majority. Independent repair shops perform only 14.4 percent of oil changes in today’s aftermarket.

The majority, according to statistics Philips reported, belongs to quick lubes, 24.5 percent, and new car dealerships, 24.4 percent.

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Oil panelists incledued Steve Matsumura, Nippon Oil/ENEOS; Cameron Evans, Red line Synthetic Oil; Dave Wolman, Motul USA; Abe Garweg, CRP/Pentosin; and Gary Boyd, Liqui-Moly USA.

WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business. The event hosted over 500 import specialists from 43 US states and Canada, over 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers and over 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors.

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STX: Sharing Stories - Bruce Anderson

2009-10-30T17:35:00.000-07:00

STX: Sharing Stories - Bruce Anderson

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Bruce Anderson kicked off the second day of WORLDPAC’s supplier and training expo by sharing his experiences with Porsche racing teams. Anderson has raced, shown and worked on Porsche 911s since 1966. He highlighted races through the decades, including the 1988 Carrera Panamericana, Pikes Peak events through the 1970s and early ’80s, Daytona, Sebring and others. He shared photos, insights and information, like in the early 1970s, Porsche dealers were taxed $100 per car sold to fund racing teams. Check out more WORLDPAC expo coverage from the three-day event.

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WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business. The event hosted over 500 import specialists from 43 US states and Canada, over 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers and over 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

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STX: Explaining NASTF

2009-10-30T17:21:00.000-07:00

STX: Explaining NASTF

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Charlie Gorman, chairman of the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF), explains the way NASTF works with independent shops trying to get information from the OEMs. Gorman's presentation resonated with attendees of the first WORLDPAC Supplier & Training Expo in Orlando.

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Check out more WORLDPAC EXPO coverage throughout our WORLDPAC Industry News "WIN" blog.

WORLDPAC’s first Supplier & Training EXPO in Orlando, FL hosted more than 500 import specialists from 43 U.S. states and Canada, more than 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers, and more than 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors. WORLDPAC’s top management and sales staff were also on-hand to make sure customers received top-notch service throughout the event.

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STX: Discussions of Motor Oil

2009-10-30T17:15:00.001-07:00

STX: Discussions of Motor Oil

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

WORLDPAC kicked off its first supplier and training expo with a motor oil panel discussion. Panelists were (from left) Steve Matsumura, Nippon Oil/ENEOS; Cameron Evans, Red line Synthetic Oil; Dave Wolman, Motul USA; Abe Garweg, CRP/Pentosin; and Gary Boyd, Liqui-Moly USA. The panel discussed what goes into making sure motor oil meets today's OE standards as well as what it takes to be factory approved as a motor oil company.

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Check out more WORLDPAC EXPO coverage throughout our WORLDPAC Industry News "WIN" blog.

WORLDPAC’s first Supplier & Training EXPO in Orlando, FL hosted more than 500 import specialists from 43 U.S. states and Canada, more than 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers, and more than 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors. WORLDPAC’s top management and sales staff were also on-hand to make sure customers received top-notch service throughout the event.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

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STX: Bosch's ESP Powers

2009-10-30T17:04:00.000-07:00

STX: Bosch's ESP Powers

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

When your customer is driving down the road, takes a curve too quickly and starts to fishtail, will the systems on his vehicle kick in?

During the first WORLDPAC Supplier & Training Expo in Orlando, Bosch’s Ryan Barr explained some of the ways Bosch’s Electronic Stability Program (ESP) helps in critical situations in the class Bosch Safety Systems.

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Check out more WORLDPAC EXPO coverage throughout our WORLDPAC Industry News "WIN" blog.

WORLDPAC’s first Supplier & Training EXPO in Orlando, FL hosted more than 500 import specialists from 43 U.S. states and Canada, more than 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers, and more than 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors. WORLDPAC’s top management and sales staff were also on-hand to make sure customers received top-notch service throughout the event.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

Technical Training
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STX: Increasing Gross Profit

2009-10-30T17:03:00.000-07:00

STX: Increasing Gross Profit

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Kelly Bennett talks to WORLDPAC Supplier Training & Expo attendees about increasing gross profit. Gross profit on labor needs to be 75 percent, while on parts, gross profit needs to be 50 percent, Bennett says. Check out more on Bennett's presentation and more of WORLDPAC's expo.

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WORLDPAC’s Supplier & Training EXPO provided guests with a completely customized weekend of exclusive technical and business training specifically designed to increase the future success of their independent repair business. The event’s full schedule of activities also includes a supplier EXPO featuring a tool and equipment show, special guest speakers discussing prevailing industry issues, extensive networking opportunities and an exciting 1920’s themed casino night complete with a live, prize-filled auction.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

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STX: Learning Hybrid Safety

2009-10-30T16:54:00.000-07:00

STX: Learning Hybrid Safety

Motor Age's SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

ORLANDO — One day your customer brings in the same vehicle he or she has been bringing to you for years, but they casually mention they just bought a new hybrid vehicle.

In today’s aftermarket, you should be marketing to them your ability to service their hybrid just like you’ve been providing them quality service all along. Yes, there are some differences between them, as Rob Pohl described in his hybrid basics class at WORLDPAC’s supplier and training expo, but you can master these changes.

It all starts with the basic safety. Pohl, national account training manager for the CARQUEST Technical Institute, told expo attendees that it’s mostly common sense. Yet another reason taking no for an answer isn’t an option when it comes to servicing hybrids.

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. . . Pohl’s class was just one of dozens of technical training courses offered during the WORLDPAC expo.

Check out more WORLDPAC EXPO coverage throughout our WORLDPAC Industry News "WIN" blog.

WORLDPAC’s first Supplier & Training EXPO in Orlando, FL hosted more than 500 import specialists from 43 U.S. states and Canada, more than 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers, and more than 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors. WORLDPAC’s top management and sales staff were also on-hand to make sure customers received top-notch service throughout the event.

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

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STX: Watch the Warning Labels

2009-10-30T16:34:00.000-07:00

STX: Watch the Warning Labels

SearchAutoParts.com reports on the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training EXPO (STX):

Rob Pohl, national account training manager with the CARQUEST Training Institute, goes over hybrid warning labels with his class during the WORLDPAC supplier and training EXPO (STX).

He explained a variety of hybrid services, including lubrication issues, brake systems, smart keys and safety during a course at the first WORLDPAC Supplier & Training Expo.

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Check out more WORLDPAC EXPO coverage throughout our WORLDPAC Industry News "WIN" blog.

WORLDPAC’s first Supplier & Training EXPO in Orlando, FL hosted more than 500 import specialists from 43 U.S. states and Canada, more than 50 leading suppliers including tool and equipment manufacturers, and more than 30 of the industry’s most respected training instructors. WORLDPAC’s top management and sales staff were also on-hand to make sure customers received top-notch service throughout the event.

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STX: Most Popular Article on AMN's Week in Review (Oct. 26-30, 2009)

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STX: Most Popular Article on AMN's Week in Review (Oct. 26-30, 2009)

The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews (AMN).

Below is an excerpt from AMN's Week in Review (Oct. 26-30, 2009) highlighting ImportCar Editor Mary DellaValle’s coverage of WORLDPAC’s first ever Supplier & Training Expo(STX) as AMN's most popular story of the week!

The Week in Review (Oct. 26-30, 2009)
October 30, 2009
By Amy Antenora

Leading off our most popular stories of the week is ImportCar Editor Mary DellaValle’s coverage of WORLDPAC’s first ever Supplier & Training Expo held Oct. 23-25 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Fla. More than 500 shop owners and technicians, representing 423 shops from 43 states and Canada, attended the three-day event that provided a customized lineup of technical and business training, conducted by the industry’s most respected training instructors, including some from the WORLDPAC Training Institute. Click here to read our [AMN] coverage and view a slide show of photos from the event.

Click to view AMN's complete Week in Review (Oct. 26-30, 2009)

To learn more about WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) options available in your area visit:

Technical Training
Business Training
Performance Groups

www.worldpac.com

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