Permatex Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Permatex is marking its 100th year in business. The company was founded in 1909 by Constant A. Benoit Sr., a creative chemist, who started the business with a simple glue he developed for bonding bicycle tires. Benoit was also a motorsports enthusiast and frequently attended car races ….
10 Areas of Your Business to Examine for the New Year
After a crazy 2008 with gas prices ranging from more than $4 per gallon to below $1.50, a presidential election, a financial meltdown, a drop in miles driven and a federal loan to the Detroit Three, we are now into 2009 with great hopes of good days ahead. These tough times make every owner take
Test Drives: What is the Real Cost of a Cheap Brake Pad?
Ever since the first issue of BRAKE & FRONT END, the magazine has warned of the costs of using inferior friction materials. In the 1930s, the magazine fought the fight against inferior materials coming from “mail-order houses.” In the 1940s, inferior materials were blamed for costing the war effort in terms of lost materials and
ASA Mechanical Division Names ASA/ASE Mechanical Technician of the Year
Mark Wagenblast, owner of Mark’s Automotive Inc. in Bend, OR, has been named the 2008 Automotive Service Association (ASA)/National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Mechanical Technician of the Year and received his award during the ….
ACDelco Adds Advanced Technology Training, Expands Youth Outreach
ACDelco recognizes the importance of training both current and future technicians and shop owners so they can stay up to date with the rapid changes in the automotive aftermarket. To continue to meet or exceed these technicians’ and shop owners’ needs, ACDelco is enhancing its industry-leading training offerings. In addition, ACDelco has further expanded its outreach to future technicians by ….
Fuel Pump Manufacturers Group Launches New Internet Resource for Technicians
A new tool is available to professional technicians to assist them in diagnosing and repairing fuel delivery systems. The Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC) recently launched its new website. The new FPMC website provides professional technicians with information and education about the latest trends in fuel system diagnosis and repair ….
Servicing Solutions: 15 Tips on Servicing Ford F-150s
A bold new look and some subtle changes probably best describe the 2004-and-up Ford F-150. To the technician, it is the subtle changes that he or she needs to be aware of. Beginning with the 2004 model year, Ford launched a new body style for the F-150. It is a new vehicle inside and out.
Early Registration Now Open for Automotive Video, Inc.’s 2009 Training Conference
Team AVI, Automotive Video, Inc., a leader in providing diagnostic training to the automotive repair industry, has begun early registration for their 2009 training conference. This weekend event will take place January 15-18, 2009 in the beautiful tropical setting of Fort Myers Beach, FL. This is a chance to come and learn from 13 of the top instructors in the industry who will be hosting live seminars and hands-on workshops ….
Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council Addresses Training and Education Issues
As the Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC) strives to better provide professional technicians with the resources, tools and information to more effectively diagnose and service automotive fuel systems, we asked the latest incoming co-chairman of the council about their upcoming plans for the group ….
ASA Announces Dates, Location for 2009 Annual Convention
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced the dates and location of its next all-member annual convention. The Caribe Royale All-Suites Hotel and Convention Center in sunny Orlando will be the home base for the event April 30-May 2 ….