Garages soak up TerraClean training opportunities
TerraClean, part of Randstad Ltd, has held three one-day training courses for technicians to sharpen their skills and broaden their knowledge base of DPF and EGR related vehicle problems and solution.
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John Parker named GB Tyres UK business development director
GB Tyres UK Ltd has appointed John Parker as business development director effective 29 April 2019.
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Hankook names Burkhill for northern UK role
Hankook Tyre UK has appointed Rob Burkhill to the position of regional sales manager for its Northern region. Burkhill brings nearly 20 years of experience into his new role of developing sales of Hankook passenger car and light truck tyres in the UK.
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Vaculug adds to Fleet Sales team
Vaculug has appointed Dawn Wilson-Smith and Jonathan Ford to head up Business Development for the North West and South regions respectively in the UK.
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Dayco appoints Ruggero Semola as Aftermarket Director EMEA
Dayco has announced the appointment of Ruggero Semola as Aftermarket Director EMEA. In this role, Semola will be responsible for leading all functions of the EMEA Aftermarket region. These duties include strategic planning to oversee new product introductions, as well as sales performance, to ensure Dayco achieves its growth targets, while providing greater value for the customers.
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Excel Automotive Group under new ownership
Excel Automotive Group (EAG) has been acquired by Tony Bhogal, owner of Sancorp Ltd and managing director ofAutoelectro, in partnership with son, Harry, from TVS Motor Group Ltd (Universal Components Ltd). The new owners have appointed Adrian Lamb managing director of EAG, while Harry Bhogal will be responsible for the companys day-to-day operations.
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SEMA appoints Kosikov VP of sales
Warren Kosikov has been named vice-president of sales for the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). In this position he will lead the sales team and guide the day-to-day sales strategy for both the SEMA and PRI Shows, SEMA News and Performance Racing Industry magazines and related media content. Kosikov, who joined SEMA in 2014, has more than 30 years of industry experience.
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TGI appoints Wheeler to head North American sales team
US-based independent tyre wholesaler Tire Group International (TGI) has appointed Rick Wheeler its vice-president of National Sales. In his role, Wheeler is responsible for sales, marketing, and customer service teams for the North American market.
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Tech opens new European HQ
Tech has expanded its Europe, Middle East and African (EMEA) presence with the opening of a new regional headquarters and training centre near Brussels, Belgium led by general manager Tim Verhaeghe.
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Donald Chen named CEO of Arlanxeo
As of 1 May, Donald Chen will succeed Jorge Nogueira as chief executive officer of Arlanxeo. Nogueira is retiring from the rubber manufacturer after a career spanning nearly 40 years in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
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Pirelli appoints Sugden commercial director, UK and Eire
Pirelli has appointed Jason Sugden commercial director for United Kingdom and Eire. Sugden joined Pirelli 31 years ago as part of the sales team, working his way up to sales director. In his new role, based in Burton-upon-Trent, he will be responsible for the company’s replacement commercial business.
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