Jim Merle, a 26-year veteran of the business, joined Babcox Media in 1993 and currently serves as publisher of the Brake & Front End, ImportCar, Underhood Service, Servicio Automotriz, Shop Owner, Counterman, aftermarketNews and Tomorrow’s Tech brands. Prior to joining Babcox, Jim worked for the Akron Beacon Journal. Jim is a graduate of the University of Akron.