MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association

Our D.C. office's pumpkin carving contest submission: A super scary "Check Engine" light! 🚗 🎃 Have a happy and safe Halloween, everyone!

🚛 Join October's Commercial Vehicle Pulse Webinar! On October 30, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. ET, special guest Chris Brady from CMVC will dive into key market trends, including: 🚛Economic Outlook 🚛Fleet Challenges 🚛Policy Updates Plus, we’ll review MEMA’s latest benchmarking data. FREE for MEMA members | $100 for non-members Register now! https://lnkd.in/ezPP96Je #CommercialVehicles #PulseWebinar #MEMA

With up to 90% of emissions in the supply chain, OEMs are asking suppliers for verified product carbon footprints and emission reduction strategies. 🌍 Join MEMA’s next Sustainability Hour on October 28, 2024, where Glassdome experts will cover: ✅ Company vs. Product Carbon Footprints ✅ ISO 14067 verification ✅ Using data for emissions tracking and reduction Stay ahead in the evolving compliance landscape: https://lnkd.in/e_v-UGaA

MEMA is closely monitoring the ongoing strike at East and Gulf Coast ports, which is causing significant disruptions to vehicle and parts imports. Our team is actively engaged with stakeholders and will provide regular updates to members via email and upcoming meetings. MEMA’s CEO, Bill Long, emphasized the potential severity of a prolonged strike: "If it continues, it’s going to be a disaster – shutting down plants, halting production lines, and causing layoffs." Read more on the strike and from Bill Long here: https://lnkd.in/eFy4eRGa

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for last week's Heavy Duty Marketing and Sales Forum (HDMSF) in Charlotte, NC! 🚛 From the insightful tours at Fontaine Modification Company Corporate HQ to engaging discussions and presentations from our guest speakers, the event was packed with valuable takeaways. Special thanks to Sandra Doucette, Tom Moore, Mike Schwersenska, Mike Keller, and many others who shared their expertise and helped make the event a success. 🙌 We appreciate the collaboration, and we're excited to continue these important conversations to help shape the future of our industry!

Built by history, positioned for the future. Earlier this month, the MEMA team gathered in Southfield, MI, for an inspiring two-day All Hands meeting. It was a fantastic opportunity for collaboration, team-building, and refining our strategies to better serve our members. We’re excited to take what we’ve learned and continue driving forward together. #StrongbyAssociation #StrongerTogether 

How to Tackle An Industry of Uncertainties? Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews Peter Maithel and Ken Royce of Infor, on timeliness, positions and implications of the current industry. Also under discussion: cyberattacks, the software defined vehicle and margin compression. Where does the industry stand during this time of massive transition? Tune into a brand-new episode of MEMA’s Automotive Insiders hosted by Jason Stein: https://bit.ly/4eBPNo7

Thank you to all who joined us virtually for yesterday's Sustainability Hour. Your participation and engagement made the session a success! MEMA happily extends a special thank you to our guest speaker, Bruce Jarnot, Ph.D. from Assent, for sharing his valuable insights on PFAS regulations and their impact on the vehicle supplier industry. His expertise provided us with a deeper understanding of this critical issue. Stay tuned for more informative sessions as we continue to support our members on their sustainability journeys. mema.org/sustainability Bryan Russell Emily Sobel Tyler Proulx John Chalifoux

Join us at the 2024 OE Service Summit to hear from Mark Thorpe, Senior Director of Aftersales Sales Operations at Nissan Motor Corporation. Mark will be sharing Nissan's bold strategies to grow their aftersales parts and OE dealer service businesses. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a leading automaker and learn how to drive growth in your own business. https://lnkd.in/eAWUdh9R

Congratulations to our President and CEO, Bill Long for his recognition as an aftermarketALLY. Under Bill's leadership, MEMA champions and advocates for a respectful, diverse, and collaborative community.