From afterthought to forefront – Federal-Mogul’s Ninivaggi talks aftermarket potential

The aftermarket segment is taking on an increasingly important role in automotive OEM and supplier strategies. On the OEM front, Daimler Trucks North America is aiming for “undisputed leadership” in the lucrative segment but from the supplier side, Federal-Mogul is pushing ahead full steam, and its new co-Chief Executive has lofty ambitions.

Daniel Ninivaggi, Federal-Mogul's recently appointed co-Chief Executive and Chief Executive of the Vehicle Components Solutions (VCS) group, spoke to Automotive World about the challenges and opportunities ahead, and his vision for the company.