Tech Tip: Are Specialty Engine Oils Really Different?
After 75,000 miles, cars can begin to show their age. They may consume a bit more oil or oil could leak past intake valve stem seals. Higher mileage specialty motor oils typically contain additives that condition the rubber seals to help reduce oil consumption.
ASA Announces CARS 2007 Dates and Location
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced that the 2007 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) will be held Nov. 1-3 at the Flamingo Las Vegas. CARS is sponsored by ASA’s Mechanical Division and is held annually in Las Vegas during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW).
Mitchell 1 Adds Custom Web Services Feature to Customer Retention Marketing (CRM) Program
Mitchell 1 announces it has added a Custom Web Services (CWS) feature to its popular Customer Retention Marketing (CRM) program to help participating shops put together the elements they need to create and support professional, unique and easy-to-navigate websites.
Hayden Automotive Achieves ISO/TS 16949:2002 Certification
Four Seasons announces that one of its facilities, Hayden Automotive, has achieved ISO/TS 16949:2002 certification for the design and manufacturing of fan clutches and fan drives for the automotive industry, as part of its ongoing effort to enhance quality and further establish OE business.
Permatex Continues NHRA Sponsorship of Jay Blake and Follow A Dream Racing Team for 2007 Season
Permatex has announced that it will continue its corporate sponsorship of the Follow A Dream Race Team for the 2007 NHRA season. In 2007, Follow A Dream will compete in the NHRA Championship Top Alcohol Funny Car Series. Permatex has partnered with Jay Blake and his team since 2004.
Universal Underwriters Group Adopts Zurich as Brand Name
Universal Underwriters Group recently adopted the brand name Zurich as part of its ongoing integration with Zurich North America Commercial (ZNAC).
MACS 2007 Mobile A/C and Engine Cooling System Update Clinic Schedule Announced
Automotive technicians who want to enhance their mobile A/C and engine cooling system service knowledge should mark their calendars now for the 2007 edition of the MACS Worldwide Mobile A/C and Engine Cooling System Update clinics. MACS annual update clinics present information for the working technician that can be put to use immediately in the shop.
2007 Monroe Ride Control Master Catalog Reflects Expansion of Domestic and Import Coverage
The 2007 Monroe Shocks and Struts Master Catalog, featuring more than 200 new part numbers for popular late-model domestic and import vehicles as well as a growing range of replacement solutions for specialty and performance applications, is now available from Tenneco Inc.
Victor Reinz Announces New Gasket Part Numbers
Clevite Engine Parts recently announced that 434 new part numbers have been added to the Victor Reinz gasket line, covering both light- and heavy-duty applications.
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