Delmar and Chilton Support Future Automotive Technicians at SkillsUSA Conference
Delmar, part of Cengage Learning and a leading provider of learning solutions for ongoing career development and education, and Chilton, also part of Cengage Learning and an established leader in reference sources for automotive professionals and Do-It-Yourself automotive enthusiasts, recently announced their participation in the 46th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC).
Atlas Copco Takes Over Tools Distribution in Southern USA
Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems LLC has agreed to take over the sales and marketing of products and services in southern United States from its current distributor Tooling Technologies Inc. The agreement further strengthens Atlas Copco’s presence, market coverage and support to customers in the region. "We are very pleased with this opportunity to
Tech Feature: Troubleshooting BMW’s Condition Based Service System
BMW’s “Condition Based Service” (CBS) system monitors various maintenance items on the vehicle, and alerts the motorist when service is needed. But even this maintenance alert system can require maintenance itself.
Bartec USA Announces SEMA Show Special for 400plus
Purchase a Tech400plus from an authorized distributor and receive a bonus year of software updates.
Bartec USA Launches Dedicated TPMS Website
Bartec USA LLC has launched an extensive web reference site covering tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). The site draws upon the company’s wealth of experience within the automotive industry. From its American base in Michigan, the company provides support to ….
New SPAL USA Web Store Now Open for Business
SPAL USA’s Web store is open for business. Created to address the growing demand for online access to SPAL USA’s high-quality line of automotive products, the SPAL USA Web store provides users with a single point of purchase for its fans, blowers and other automotive accessories.
Elgin Industries Introduces Comprehensive Web-Based Engine, Chassis, Heavy-Duty Parts Catalog
Elgin Industries has introduced a comprehensive electronic catalog within their website, enabling distributors, jobbers, engine rebuilders and repair professionals to quickly access the latest information on more than 15,000 automotive and heavy-duty engine and chassis components.
Internet Usage Extensive, Popular Among Independent Repair Facilities
According to the Automotive Service Association’s latest "How’s Your Business?" survey, 99 percent of ASA collision repair facilities and 91 percent of ASA mechanical shops access the Internet to communicate and retrieve business-related material.
AutoZone Future Technician Scholarship Awarded to SkillsUSA National Automotive Champions
AutoZone, Inc. has announced the second annual “AutoZone Future Technician Scholarship” winners. The $10,000 automotive industry-focused scholarship was divided among the gold, silver and bronze medal winners of the SkillsUSA National Championship, Automotive Service Technology competition recently held in Kansas City, MO.
SkillsUSA Pays Tribute to DaimlerChrysler for Two Decades of Support
SkillsUSA recently honored the DaimlerChrysler Corporation for 20 years of vital support to its students and programs. The DaimlerChrysler Corporation and DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund have given more than $393,000 to SkillsUSA since 1985.