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CCPN Launches New Online Learning Center

The Car Care Professionals Network (CCPN), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), has launched the new CCPN Learning Center, its online portal to education and training for the repair and maintenance professional.

Seventh Annual National Tire Safety Week to Take Place in April

The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) announced that the Seventh Annual National Tire Safety Week will be held April 20-26, 2008. The annual event is an initiative of the Rubber Manufacturers Association’s "Be Tire Smart – Play Your PART" program, a year-round effort designed to help drivers learn the simple steps they can take to ensure that their tires are in good working condition.

News Update: Adrian Smith Appointed GM of Brembo North America

Brembo North America (BNA) recently appointed Adrian Smith as general manager of its North American operations with responsibility for its three offices in Costa Mesa, Detroit and Charlotte, NC. Previously, Smith served as technical director of Brembo SpA based in Curno, Italy, where he was responsible for a staff of 240 engineers and core engineering

Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment

Ken Peavy, owner Peavy’s Garage Katy, TX www.peavys-garage.com Peavy’s Garage is a family-owned and operated shop, AAA approved since 1970. We also have Peavy’s Tire & Automotive in Houston. About five years ago, we discovered BG products and equipment, which increased our business by 30% and profits greatly. General service techs operate the equipment, which

Just Brakes Announces its Participation in National Brake Safety Awareness Week

Just Brakes, in cooperation with the Automotive and Maintenance Repair Association (AMRA) and the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP), is taking a proactive role in the community by promoting Brake Safety Awareness Week in all of our markets from August 27th through September 1st, 2007. During Brake Safety Awareness Week, Just Brakes will offer a FREE visual brake inspection to all of our customers.

News Update

Federal-Mogul Introduces EDGE Brake Pad System (aUG) Federal-Mogul’s Wagner brake products brand has introduced a new complete brake pad system engineered for drivers, their vehicles and the increasingly demanding driving environment. The new Wagner EDGE brake pad system is the first technology engineered specifically for lighter, leaner, more precisely tuned automotive braking systems and the

Directions: Jet-Setting Across the Country

On a visit to Akron, OH, you may get a glimpse of the leisurely traveling, faint-humming Goodyear blimp hovering overhead as it floats gracefully over the Rubber City. And just miles away from where the Goodyear blimp rests, you may hear the thundering roar of a jet-powered turbine screaming to life. Yes, that’s right, the

Management: Employee Uniforms Increase Consumer Confidence

First impressions matter in every industry, and the automotive service aftermarket has its own set of challenges and needs. Your employees define who you are and what your company stands for; the appearance of your facilities and team are a reflection of the services you provide. What impression are you making on your customers?

News Update: Raybestos’ Simplified Product Offering is Built Around Technicians’ Needs

Raybestos brand brakes’ product offering has been re-engineered, following months of extensive research with repair technicians, the results of which can be seen in Raybestos’ new 1-2-3 brand strategy. “We conducted both qualitative and quantitative research to understand precisely what techs want and need from a brake supplier,” said Jeff Stauffer, vice president of global

Safe Shop: Employee Uniforms Increase Consumer Confidence

First impressions matter in every industry, and the automotive service aftermarket has its own set of challenges and needs. Extreme temperatures; compact spaces under hoods, under cars; and oily, heavy equipment and dirty parts can quickly and easily make for a grimy technician and messy shop appearance. Your employees define who you are and what