Automotive

The Champion wire rack merchandiser is aimed at the small engine market, but could be expanded this year.

Special programs have focused on pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles and 1992 model introductions.

Mercedes-Benz customers wondering how to foot the bill for the model of their dreams now find insight on leasing, financing and other nitty-gritty details via an "Information Center" located in dealer showrooms nationwide and utilized at selected trade shows.The turn-key, custom-designed Informatio

Champion Spark Plug Co.

Nissan customers can see car care products on display and buy them at service counter.

Liqui-Tech's display is designed to show off the high-end products.

To provide cross-merchandising opportunities for retailers to promote car batteries in a different department than automotive.

Corrugated podium topped by one of four risers houses binder and catalog pages that show and describe Covercraft's products.

Ambient light provides illumination and a backlit effect to the circular header on Armor All's tower display. The 65-inch tall unit can hold up to 500 pounds of a selection of 63 products.

Tire display offers computerized fitting but also lets shopper "kick and squeeze the tires" stored in tubs at the base.

New 1991 model: Yakima's WallVan, available in May, is designed to conserve space. It stands against a wall or alone to hold product on all sides.

Yakima has been steering sales of its vehicle rack systems from a wire and plastic mock minivan that is parked at sporting goods stores. Retailers can stock products inside the van's body and use the Yakima racks on top to display other merchandise.