CAWA Membership & Support
Michael Antonelli speaks to the value of CAWA, no matter your geographical region. Testimonial appeared in August 16, 2022 edition of CAWA Connections Newsletter.
SADECA Joins NUADI Group
SADECA, an OEM supplier of electronic brake wear sensors and hardware, has become an integral division of the NUADI Group, a leading manufacturer of brake backing plates and shims. Read More on Aftermarket News
Michelle Christenson joins Executive Leadership Council for the Import Vehicle Community
Michelle Christenson of IQ Integrated Quality has joined the Executive Leadership Council of the Import Vehicle Community for the Auto Care Association. She will begin a 3-year term on January 1, 2021. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/marc-vincent-5467238_autoparts-aftermarket-autocare-activity-6764241508360085504-PiZb
Michelle Christenson Joins Inaugural Class of Auto Care Ambassadors
The Auto Care Association recognized the inaugural class of Auto Care Ambassadors at its Fall Leadership Days event earlier this week. The Auto Care Ambassadors Program recognizes the leadership of key members who make advocating for our industry a part of their job. 18 members, including Michelle Christenson of IQ Integrated Quality, completed the
Sadeca Celebrates 35 Years
Sadeca, a global leader in brake wear technologies and innovations, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Established in 1983 in Sentmenat (Barcelona, Spain), Sadeca manufactures electronic brake wear sensors and brake hardware. Now with manufacturing plants in Spain, North Africa and Asia, Sadeca has grown to become one the most trusted suppliers to the top OEM
IVONNE FORSTHOEFEL APPOINTED TO CAWA’S MANUFACTURERS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL
Ms. Ivonne Forsthoeful of Gurnee, Illinois has been appointed to the CAWA Manufacturers’ Advisory Council representingVantage Marketing Global, Inc. She was appointed by the Chair of the Board of Director’s, Greg Livingston of All Trade Tools. “We are pleased to have Ms. Forsthoefel serve in a leadership role for the Association and welcome her to the Manufacturers’ Advisory Council,”
Don’t Let the EPA Kill Motorsports
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a proposal that would make it illegal to convert automobiles originally designed for on-road use into racecars. Under the proposed rule, it would also be illegal to sell any performance-related products for those cars. This would have a devastating impact on our industry, our customers, and all Motorsport enthusiasts. Help
Reminder: Using Aftermarket Parts & Service Does Not Void Your Warranty
Vantage Marketing and CAWA want to remind you that you have a right to choose where your vehicle is serviced, and which parts are used for the repair. Selecting to have your car serviced outside of the dealer, or with aftermarket parts cannot be cause for car manufacturers to void your warranty. Refer to the Federal Trade
CAWA event launches telematics whiteboard, doubles scholarship fundraising
Las Vegas—CAWA leadership, members, sponsors and supporters attended the association’s Annual Membership Dinner Meeting, themed, “Plug-in to the Autoparts Industry,” at the beginning of Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nov. 2, where they succeeded in doubling funds for its Memorial Scholarship Fund through a silent auction and raffle. A special feature of the evening was