Marcos Ambrose Crew Chief Frank Kerr Named NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Week’ at Sonoma
Frank Kerr, crew chief of the #47 Clorox Toyota Camry driven by Marcos Ambrose, was named the NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Week” after Ambrose dominated the field during Sunday’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, CA, only to see victory slip away when the car stalled briefly during a late-race caution.
‘Performance’ Tires Are Everywhere: Do They Still Stand Out?
Tiremakers develop what they term “high performance” and “ultra-high performance” tires. I’ve even heard the term “hyper-performance.” That last one aside, the definition of what a high performance or ultra-high performance tire is, and what it isn’t, is serious business. It is also something that can trip up uneducated consumers.
Tony Stewart Roars Back into Title Hunt with Top-Five Finish at MIS; Crew Chief Darian Grubb Wins NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ Award
Tony Stewart posted his second consecutive top-five finish, serving notice that the #14 Old Spice/Office Depot Chevrolet is back in the hunt for a Sprint Cup title, in Sunday’s Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Following the race, Stewart’s crew chief, Darian Grubb, picked up his first NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” Award of 2010.
Mitch’s World: Behind the Magic Curtain…
Like small children called before an angry adult, they stand and cower, afraid, and rightfully so. Dwarfed by their surroundings, surroundings guaranteed by design to produce that very effect, they look at each other as sparks dance between the two pillars and that voice resonates across the great hall shattering the silence… “Do not arouse the wrath of the great and powerful Oz. I said, ‘Come back tomorrow.'”
Bosch Supports BSC Shops with Training, Technical and Product Support
Independent repair shops that participate in the Bosch Service Center (BSC) program have access to an impressive array of technical, training, and marketing support programs that can boost their business and bottom line. Through the BSC program, Bosch helps member shops keep up with the latest technology found in domestic, Asian and European vehicles.
Kurt Busch Crew Chief Steve Addington Named MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ After Fighting Through Challenges for Sixth-Place Finish at Pocono
After a day filled with adversity for Kurt Busch and the #2 Miller Light Dodge team, Busch and crew chief Steve Addington were more than happy with a sixth-place finish in Sunday’s Gillette Fusion ProGlide 500 Sprint Cup race at Pocono Raceway.
BMW Control Systems: DSCs, DTCs and DBCs Dial in ABS, Handling and Traction
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Tech Tip: Repairing Various Faults in MINI ABS, ASC and DSC Systems
When the Check Engine, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) or Flat Tire Monitor Lights on a 2002 Mini Cooper are turned on, various faults may be stored in the ABS/ASC/DSC fault memory.
Jamie McMurray, #1 Chevrolet Nearly Make History at Charlotte, Crew Chief Kevin Manion Named NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’
Jamie McMurray and crew chief Kevin Manion nearly put team co-owner Chip Ganassi into the record books at Charlotte Motor Speedway Sunday, falling just .737 seconds short of an historic double win in the Memorial Day Weekend’s two premier racing events – the Coca-Cola 600 and Indianapolis 500.
California Regulators Shut Down Five Automotive Repair Shops
The California Department of Consumer Affairs and Bureau of Automotive Repair recently suspended the operations of five Purrfect Auto Service shops after numerous consumer complaints. The shops will remain closed for 60 days and face the possibility of being permanently shut down by the state.