(Sacramento, CA. - July 23, 2014) CAWA Chair of the Board, Ron Aparicio of MOTUL USA, Inc., has appointed representatives from Centric Parts, Mevotech and TYC/Genera to CAWA's Manufacturers' Advisory Council (MAC). The representatives are:

• Steve Hughes of Centric Parts
• Ray Ingraham of Mevotech, and
• Jim Winter of TYC/Genera Corp  

Chair Aparicio spoke very highly regarding these recent appointments. In appointing Steve Hughes he said, "Steve is a seasoned and experienced automotive professional and we are pleased he and Centric Parts will be more involved in the Association and we welcome his contributions to the industry through CAWA."  He followed with his pleasure in appointing Ray Ingraham by saying, "The recent addition of Mevotech to the long list of CAWA supporters gives me the pleasure of adding a long time mentor and industry friend to the MAC. Ray's immense industry experience will be a much welcomed addition to our group and will help drive the Association for years to come." Lastly, in the appointment of Jim Winter he said, "In appointing Jim to our MAC, we are adding another key member of the industry to help support CAWA's efforts. Jim's wealth of knowledge will fit in nicely with the Associations goals and objectives." To conclude the appointment process, Chair Aparicio closed by saying "I look forward to these leaders' input as CAWA continues to protect the auto care industry out west."

 CAWA is an automotive aftermarket trade association, which represents auto parts jobbers, retailers, warehouse distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives and program groups. The Association provides educational, legislative and business support to the industry and its membership. It is one of the largest trade associations of its kind in the United States and recognized as a leader in the automotive aftermarket industry. 

Contact:
Rodney Pierini
President & CEO CAWA - Representing the Automotive Parts Industry
800.332.2292, ext. 1
[email protected]
www.cawa.org 

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