Auto Care Association

Have you checked out the newest episode of "Road to AAPEX"? Episode 5 has just been released! In this episode, they make three exciting stops. Their journey kicks off in Southern California at Motorcar Parts of America, where CEO Selwyn Joffe shares how his company has established itself as a leader in high-quality rotating electrical parts. They emphasize rigorous triple testing for reliability and highlight their core values and global leadership in quality and customer service. Next, we head to XL Parts in Houston. CEO Mike Odell discusses their advanced distribution model designed for timely delivery of parts, with a goal of 45-minute deliveries using a hub-and-spoke system. Their tech-driven approach caters to the diverse needs of automotive service providers. Our final stop is Christian Brothers Automotive, located just outside Houston. Franchise Owner Derek Billis showcases how they utilize these parts effectively. He highlights their strong partnership with XL Parts that ensures prompt delivery and allows them to manage repairs efficiently while offering a three-year, 36,000-mile warranty on parts. Watch the whole episode here! https://lnkd.in/g442TQH9 #autocare #automotiveaftermarket Babcox Media

Congratulations Jillian Weishaar for winning the 2025 Mort Schwartz Excellence in Education Award! ?? Jillian, a distinguished Education Manager and Diversity & Inclusion advocate, has over 20 years of experience in corporate retail with top brands like Bath & Body Works and Sephora. Known for her impactful role in a viral Sephora campaign that highlighted mental health awareness, Jillian transitioned in 2020 to the automotive aftermarket sector as The Parts Authority's first Manager of Education and DEI. Her leadership has been transformative, delivering 46,000 hours of training in 2023 alone. Jillian’s commitment extends beyond her role, with active involvement in the Auto Care Association’s Education Committee and certifications in Diversity and Inclusion. She also champions DEI through various programs, including team member networking groups and impactful projects like "The Importance of Words." A sought-after speaker and mentor, Jillian continues to inspire and drive positive change across industries, advocating for inclusion, mental health, and underrepresented groups. Learn more about Jillian and this presitgious recognition here: https://lnkd.in/gkAMuJH9 #DiversityAndInclusion #DEI #AutomotiveIndustry #automotiveaftermarket #autocare

It's our favorite day! TUESDAY! NEW Carpool Conversations episode just released! This one is all about advocating. Advocating for yourself. Advocating for others. And what it can do for you and your career. Thank you to our host Jacki Lutz and guest/ co-host Stacey Miller, AAP and Jessica Toliuszis for putting the time into this heartfelt episode of #AutoCareONAIR! Listen anywhere you get your podcasts! Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gfvX93KV #autocare #automotiveaftermarket

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That’s a wrap for Fall Leadership Days 2024! Thank you to all attendees and volunteers for spending a few days to help us maximize our industry efforts. Your time and voice is what makes this industry great! See you at AAPEX… but until then… we will see you ON AIR! (anywhere you get your podcasts) #autocareonair #autocare #automotiveaftermarket

Congratulations to all of the Auto Care Education Award winners! ?? ??Mort Schwartz Excellence in Education Award: Jillian Weishaar of The Parts Authority Auto Care ACE Awards: ?? Small Company: Robertson Automotive ?? Medium Company: Mevotech ?? Large Company: Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc. Thank you for all you do to make the Auto Care industry GREAT! #autocare #automotiveaftermarket

Attendees are filing in to our Fall Leadership event for a few days filled with connecting and collaborating with the industry’s most prominent leaders! See you in Baltimore! #autocare #automotiveaftermarket

Check out the latest 3 in 2: 9-3-2024 ?? Check out my first co-host Auto Care on Air carpool conversation with Jacki Lutz (https://lnkd.in/eF__9ytq). Our guests include Jason Popillion CISSP, Director of Automotive Aftermarket at SPS Commerce and John Cerveny, Automotive Catalog Manager at MagnaFlow. https://lnkd.in/eDZ5p-kg ?? Have you joined a workgroup meeting recently? Check out the Technology Standards Workgroups for September. https://lnkd.in/gRjsCkhP ?? PIES? for Heavy Duty is now available. Want to learn more about the standards in the industry? Check out the Auto Care Academy for more information: https://lnkd.in/gTdyNhAe ???? Interested in learning more about the great technology activities at Auto Care? Book some time with the team here: https://lnkd.in/evsfEQNG Invest in your career and take advantage of these valuable resources today!

Unlock the secrets to data mastery with our "Indicators" host, Michael Chung, and special guest, Daniel Zenko, our Director of Data Innovation! In this gripping episode, we dive into the exciting world of data delivery and consumption. We’ll uncover how benchmarking data can drive sales performance while tackling historical challenges that have held the industry back. Daniel will break down what "front-of-the-counter" and "behind-the-counter" data really mean and reveal how program groups work hand-in-hand to ensure timely part deliveries. Don’t miss out on this invaluable exploration—tune in now to elevate your understanding of automotive data! Listen anywhere you get your podcasts! #autocare #automotiveaftermarket #autocareonair