The last line of defense a fleet has in proper parts purchasing is the person selling the part. That's why relationships still matter, says Aftermarket Contributing Editor Denise Rondini.
How e-commerce, consolidation, new competition, and technology and integration are changing the aftermarket.
Meritor's expanded bearing and seal kit and individual bearing offerings cover popular Meritor and Dana axles for customers seeking a more cost-effective solution for aftermarket parts.
Dana has launched Spicer Select, a new all-makes line of drivetrain products for the North American commercial-vehicle aftermarket.
Eaton Vehicle Group has added 27 new part numbers to its aftermarket lineup of Eaton Fuller Rebuilder Bulk Packs for transmission components.
Wabco Holdings announced that it will locate its new Americas headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and is currently building the facility to house it.
Fontaine Fifth Wheel has introduced a top plate designed specifically for severe-duty applications, the Fontaine H7, replacing the H5092 and X5092 Series.
Eaton has added two enhancements to its line of EverTough Self-Adjust and EverTough Manual-Adjust heavy-duty aftermarket clutches to help streamline maintenance and improve performance.
The growth of fewer but larger dealership groups could be the catalyst for more dealer-vendor partnerships, says Aftermarket Contributing Editor Denise Rondini.
Dana Inc. has signed an agreement to merge with the Driveline division of UK-based automotive system supplier GKN plc to create Dana plc, a global provider of driveline systems, in a move that will position it for the vehicle electrification market.