LKQ/Keystone and NSF to Discuss Assured Quality Aftermarket Replacement Parts in the Oct. 21 CREW Webcast
The Collision Repair Executive Webcast (CREW) will welcome Ron Wagman, senior vice president of operations, wholesale parts, and Terry Fortner, vice president of industry relations and market development, both from LKQ/Keystone Automotive Industries, along with Rob Frayer P.E., director of engineering NSF International. Wagman and Fortner will discuss LKQ’s Total Alternative Parts Solution, including the
LKQ Launches 2011 Calendar Competition for Car Enthusiasts
LKQ Corporation has kicked off its annual Car Calendar Competition. Entrants can have their classic, custom or project cars or trucks featured in LKQ’s 2011 calendar by submitting entries through Sept. 15. During the contest period, LKQ is also offering 10 percent off all Goodmark muscle car and truck purchases. For more information on Goodmark
LKQ’s First Quarter Profit Up 67 Percent
LKQ Corp. saw its first-quarter profit leap 67 percent as demand for parts grew and commodity prices dropped, the company said April 29. Chicago-based LKQ made $53.9 million in the January through March period, up $21.6 million from the $32.3 million net income reported for the same period last year. The company earned 37 cents
CIC Technical Presentation Stymied by LKQ Threat
Attendees of the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) typically look forward to technical presentations by well-known collision repair instructor Toby Chess due to their hands-on nature and his inclusion of an occasional magic trick. But there was no such presentation at the CIC held last week in Atlanta due to a threat of legal action by
LKQ Achieves Record Results for 2009
LKQ Corp. has announced results for its fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2009. Income from continuing operations for the fourth quarter was $36.5 million and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was 25 cents. For the full year, income from continuing operations was $127.1 million and diluted earnings per share from
LKQ Now Offers Goodmark Products for Classic Muscle Cars and Trucks
LKQ announced it has added muscle car and truck products to its family of replacement automotive products by distributing restoration sheet metal for classic cars and trucks from Goodmark Industries, Inc. As an official distributor for Goodmark, LKQ now has access to over 9,600 parts and accessories for classic and late model vehicles and
LKQ is Newest NABC Sponsor
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced that LKQ Corporation has become a diamond level member of NABC, the highest level of corporate sponsorship for the organization. LKQ Corporation serves tens of thousands of collision repair businesses, mechanical service shops and vehicle dealerships throughout the United States and Canada, providing a variety of aftermarket, recycled
LKQ Adds Limited Lifetime Warranty to its Recycled Parts Replacement Promise
LKQ Corporation has announced a new addition to its Parts Replacement Promise warranty program for recycled products. Beginning this month, LKQ customers will have the option to select a Limited Lifetime Warranty in addition to LKQ’s current 6, 12, and 24 month coverage options on recycled auto parts. LKQ says the new warranty option for
LKQ Announces Winners of 2010 Calendar Competition
LKQ has chosen the 13 winners of its 2010 Calendar Competition from the nearly 300 entries, which included photos ranging from hot rods and sports cars to trucks and classic vehicles. LKQ Vice President Laurie Garcia said, “There were so many excellent photos to choose from this year, which made it a very difficult decision.
LKQ’s ‘DriveAway Sweepstakes’ Offers Weekend at Richard Petty Driving School
LKQ is encouraging racing fans and car enthusiasts alike to enter the LKQ “DriveAway Sweepstakes” now through Oct. 31 for a chance to win an ultimate weekend driving experience at the Richard Petty Driving School, one of the top U.S. driving schools, plus other great prizes. The grand prize winner will race around the track