CARS and NACE to Merge in 2008 for ‘Automotive Service & Repair Week’
Last week at AAPEX, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) held a press conference to announce the creation of Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), which will make its debut in November 2008. The overall goal of ASRW is to bring together buyers and sellers of automotive products and services in one venue that includes both education and trade show activities.
News Update: NAPA Chassis Trains, Certifies Technicians
Participants in a four-day NAPA Chassis training class were provided with tips and techniques from NATEF-certified instructors to identify and solve problems while diagnosing and repairing late-model chassis and suspension systems. Held recently at NAPA’s training center, the clinic taught timesaving repair procedures, giving these techs the ability to be more proficient on newer vehicles.
Sun Automotive Named 2007 CARQUEST Excellence Award Winner
Mike and Sherrie Buckridge, owners of Sun Automotive in Eugene, OR, are the 2007 CARQUEST Excellence Award winners. The CARQUEST Excellence Award seeks to recognize the top independent automobile service business in North America that, through the course of everyday service excellence, exemplifies the professionalism necessary to build public understanding and respect for people working in the auto service industry today.
Waiting until Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on Can Be Dangerous for Motorists
As 2008 model year vehicles hit the road, motorists will find they are equipped with tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) that illuminate an on-dash warning light when the pressure in one or more tires is low. However, AAA warns motorists that the TPMS should not replace monthly tire pressure checks.
Have You Scheduled Your Annual Lift Inspections?
Sure, you see them every day, but when was the last time your vehicle lifts were thoroughly inspected by a qualified lift inspector? The Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) recommends that all vehicle lifts be inspected by a qualified inspector at least annually "in order to ensure reliability and allow the continued safe operation of the lift."
Hytec Automotive to be Sole Supplier of Water Pumps to Parts Plus and IAPA Auto Parts Stores
Hytec Automotive (Hytec), a DeBartolo company, announced recently that it has achieved "preferred vendor" status with the Automotive Distribution Network (ADN), the marketing group comprised of Parts Plus and Independent Auto Parts of America (IAPA) auto parts stores.
Right to Repair Act Picks Up More Support in Congress
Congressional support for the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2694) has grown to 33 sponsors with the addition of Reps. Steve Cohen (D-TN), Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and David Price (D-NC), it was announced recently by Kathleen Schmatz, president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).
Federal-Mogul Ferodo ThermoQuiet Brake Pad Wins Coveted EQUIP AUTO 2007 Grands Prix Award for Automotive Innovation
Federal-Mogul Corporation’s Ferodo ThermoQuiet Light Vehicle Brake Pad has won the prestigious EQUIP AUTO Grands Prix Gold Award for automotive innovation. Winners were chosen by an international jury of 82 journalists from 27 countries, and were announced recently at the 11th International Grands Prix Awards Ceremony at EQUIP AUTO.
Snap-on Diagnostics Showcases Latest Technology During Industry Week 2007
Snap-on Diagnostics will be showcasing its latest technology, which includes Software Bundle 7.4 with MODIS, SOLUS PRO, ETHOS and Vantage PRO, as well as ShopStream Networked Software, during Industry Week 2007, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, at SEMA booth #13226.
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
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