APA’s 2017 Conference: ‘Clutch The Opportunities’ Drives Engagement, Fuels Business, Spotlights Vendors And Members
To view the Flickr album for all available photos, click here. Automotive Parts Associates’ (APA) 36th Annual Shareholders’ and Manufacturers’ Conference, held March 15-17 at the Peppermill Resort in Reno, Nevada, fulfilled its “Clutch the Opportunities” theme as it provided a multitude of networking opportunities throughout the three-day event that helped attendees get their business-building mindset
Scion FR-S And Subaru BR-Z Alignment Service
The Scion FR-S and Subaru BR-Z are essentially the same vehicle except for some badging and styling touches. The rear-wheel-drive platform has a Subaru engine and rear suspension. The BR-Z is the the only Subaru in the lineup without all wheel drive, and the only Scion that sends power to the rear, respectively.
The Alliance Announces Newly Selected Service Center Advisory Council Members; Council Attends Annual Retreat
Members of the council act as a representative voice of all Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper customers in business matters related to service centers.
Mopar Express Lane Service Reaches Milestone With 1,000 Operational U.S. Stores
Mopar Express Lane, the service offered at many FCA US LLC dealerships, is celebrating a major milestone: the opening of the 1,000th Mopar Express Lane store in the United States. Pietro Gorlier, head of parts and service (Mopar), FCA – Global, attended the grand opening of the new Express Lane store, located in Bradley, Illinois.
Tire Tread Wear: Causes And Symptoms
Tire tread wear can tell you a lot about what is wrong with a car’s suspension. Here are the most common tread wear patterns and what causes them.
Honda Civic Alignment Spec: 2006-’11
Before performing an alignment, it is critical to perform a thorough inspection. First, make sure the suspension is not modified. Many Honda owners lower their Civics with inexpensive lowering kits and springs. Second, check the tire size and set the correct tire pressure. Use the information printed on the driver’s side door pillar.
Luber-finer Launches Redesigned Responsive Design Website
Luber-finer has announced the launch of the redesigned luberfiner.com website. Luber-finer says developing a more user-friendly, customer-centric website has been one of its goals as the company continues to strive to offer a brand that consistently and reliably meets customer needs around the globe. The company says the redesigned website has been configured so that
Mitchell 1 Updates Manager SE Software With Enhancements To Streamline Shop Workflow
Mitchell 1 announces the latest release of its Manager SE shop management system, version 6.6, contains dozens of enhancements, fixes and refinements based on customer feedback that will significantly streamline operations for auto repair businesses. “Manager SE version 6.6 is the culmination of work done by a very dedicated team at Mitchell 1” said John
Newly Selected Service Center Advisory Council Members Announced
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance prides itself on being a customer centric organization that drives its business around the needs and expectations of its service center customers. Central to that focus is the association’s Service Center Advisory Council an assemblage of North America’s top tier shop owners who are appointed to advise and counsel the
VIEWPOINT: Bad Advice For Lug Nuts
I am a sucker for helping stranded motorists, and this pothole season is no exception. So far I have seen two lower ball joint failures, one u-joint pole vault and a separated tie rod. I think people are at their best when others are at their worst. I recently stopped to help a Subaru at
