Diagnosing an Engine that Won’t Start
In today’s world of high-tech electronics, onboard diagnostics and scan tools, you would think engine diagnostics would be easier than ever.
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The Internet: Coming To A Store Near You?
There’s a bit of a trend emerging in parts stores throughout the country: They’re getting Internet access.
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Some ‘Wasted Days’ Are Better Than Others
Every day is a learning adventure and no time that is spent investing in people who care and want to learn is a ‘wasted day.’
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Engine Failures And How To Deal With Them
Because customers depend upon their parts professionals for guidance in repairing modern engines, let’s take a look at what parts and services you should recommend in dealing with each of these relatively expensive repairs.
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Federal-Mogul Reports Strong Sales and Profit Improvement in Second Quarter 2010
Federal-Mogul Corp. reported its second quarter 2010 financial results, with sales of $1.6 billion, 23 percent higher versus second quarter 2009.
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MAM Software’s AutoPart Solution Tapped By Cancore
Cancore will be installing MAM's Autopart software to manage operations at its distribution warehouse from where it services the traditional aftermarket for automotive, light truck and heavy truck replacement parts.
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Delphi’s SCR Dosing System Reduces Both NOx and CO2
LUXEMBOURG
— Delphi Automotive has developed a breakthrough in NOx control for
diesel engines with a new selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system
that improves the performance, packaging and long-term reliability of
the system as well as r
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Spectra Premium Names Senior Product Manager For Fuel Delivery
BOUCHERVILLE, Quebec — Spectra Premium Industries announced the appointment of Collin Francis as senior product manager for fuel delivery.
Francis’s
most recent fuel delivery experience comes from Delphi Corp. His new
r
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DENSO Announces First Quarter Financial Results
KARIYA, Japan — DENSO Corp. announced global financial results for the first quarter ending June 30, 2010.
Highlights include:
•Consolidated net sales totaled 802.8 billion yen (US $9.1 billion), a 37.3 percent
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BorgWarner Posts Second Quarter Earnings of $0.78 Per Diluted Share
AUBURN
HILLS, Mich. — BorgWarner reported second quarter 2010 U.S. GAAP
earnings of $0.68 per diluted share. Excluding non-recurring items in
both periods, earnings were $0.78 per diluted share compared with a net
loss of $(0.05) per diluted
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Beck/Arnley Adds 1,600 New Foreign Nameplate Part Numbers
Beck/Arnley announced it has added 1,600 new part numbers to its line of premium quality, genuine foreign nameplate products in the first six months of 2010.
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Schaeffler Announces Expanded Line of LuK Clutch Products
The LuK program now includes more than 750 clutch set
and 180 flywheel SKUs.
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Mitchell 1 Names Crystal Rogers 2010 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Each year, Mitchell 1 recognizes one U.S. high school senior for outstanding achievement in automotive technology scholastics.
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Tenneco Reports Aftermarket Revenue Up 12 Percent Year-Over-Year
Tenneco Inc. reported second quarter net income of $40 million, or 66 cents per diluted share, up from a net loss of $33 million, or 72-cents per diluted share in second quarter 2009.
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Prestolite Performance Announces Acquisition of QuickTime
Prestolite Performance, a performance auto parts manufacturer of brands including Lakewood, Mr. Gasket, Hays, ACCEL, and Mallory has acquired the business of QuickTime, a leading manufacturer of lightweight bellhousings and racing accessories.
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Dorman Products Reports 83 Percent Rise in Net Income
COLMAR, Pa. — Dorman Products announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 26, 2010.
Revenues
for the three months ended June 26, 2010, increased 20 percent over the
prior year to $115 million from $96.2 million
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Four Seasons Introduces Tech Select A/C Retrofit Kits
Four Seasons (division of SMP) announces it has added new Tech Select Retrofit Kits to its line of premium air conditioning service parts.
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Johnson Controls Announces Quarterly Dividend
Johnson Controls has paid consecutive dividends since 1887.
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ArvinMeritor Launches New Public Website
TROY,
Mich. — ArvinMeritor announced it has launched a redesigned and newly
architected website at www.arvinmeritor.com.
The new site is equipped
with an
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AIA Awards Program Offers Great AAPEX Exposure
Program offers entrants the chance for exposure before, during and after AAPEX.
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JASPER Offers Chrysler 62TE Transmission
Jasper Engines & Transmissions offers a remanufactured Chrysler 62TE automatic transmission on exchange.
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UCI International Announces Plan for Initial Public Offering
UCI International intends to list its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “UCII.”
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Penray Introduces High Mileage Oil Treatment
The new product is intended for vehicles over 75,000 miles and is proven to help stop leaks due to drying, hardening or shrinking of seals.
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Trico’s Online Application Catalog Updated With 2010-2011 Vehicle Data
There are application listings for 2010 vehicles and many 2011 models as well.
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CARDONE Announces High-Demand Power Brake Boosters Part Numbers
These units come equipped with both the vacuum booster and master cylinder installed (where applicable), saving time and preventing potential issues that might develop when connecting old parts with new ones.
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Prime Automotive Warehouse Acquires Warren Distribution’s Jobber Division
OLIVE
BRANCH, Miss. — Prime Automotive Warehouse and Warren Distribution
announced that they have reached an agreement to transfer Warren’s
Jobber Division to Prime.
“This acquisition fits with Prime’
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Special Offer Extended for Fall Car Care Month Point-of-Sale Kits
BETHESDA,
Md. — To encourage more industry participation during Fall Car Care
Month in October, the Car Care Council is extending a special offer.
For a limited time, the council’s “Be Car Care Aware” point-of-sale
start
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Duracell is the Official Marine Battery of Jimmy Houston, Roland Martin
New Duracell marine batteries are the official marine batteries of fishing legends Jimmy Houston and Roland Martin.
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Johnson Controls to Acquire Battery Maker Delkor Corp.
MILWAUKEE,
Wis. — Johnson Controls has signed an agreement to acquire 90 percent
of its existing joint venture with Delkor Corp., a leading automotive
battery manufacturer based in Seoul, South Korea. The remaining 10
percent will be acquire
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Uni-Select Becomes OptiCat Strategic Data Partner
OptiCat announced that Uni-Select, a leading North American warehouse distributor of automotive aftermarket parts has become an OptiCat Strategic Data Partner.
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Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper appoints North American Advisory Councils
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (Alliance), promoting the Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper brands, is pleased to announce the Jobber and Service Dealer Councils.
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ASA Announces New Associate Members for Second Quarter
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced four new associate members who recently joined the association.
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Valeo Enters North American Automatic Transmissions Market With Torque Converter Produced in New Plant in Mexico
Valeo’s highly efficient torque convertors, which are now produced in a new plant in Mexico, have allowed the Group to win significant new business in North America, according to the company.
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MAHLE Clevite Inc. Introduces New Cummins Electronic Catalog And Others to Heavy Duty Offering of Launchpad
The new catalog enables a convenient way to search, view and purchase all Cummins engine parts and engine kits within one user experience.
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Bosch 2010 Wiper Blades Catalog Released
Bosch has released the 2010 Wiper Blades & Refills catalog (#221115 2010), covering over 250 part numbers of wiper blades and refills for domestic, Asian and European passenger car, van and light truck applications.
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Larry W. McCurdy, Affinia Chairman, Passes Away at Age 75
McCurdy had held position since company’s inception in 2004.
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Dana Holding Corp. Reports Strong Second Quarter Results
Sales for the period were $1.526 billion, up from $1.190 billion for the second quarter last year.
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Technical Forum: When should an oxygen sensor be replaced?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: What kind of friction materials are used in brake pads today?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: Difference between a conventional lead-acid battery, AGM battery?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: Why are some rotors more expensive than others?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: The engine cranks and has spark but won’t start. Does it need a new fuel pump?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: What’s a common cause of head gasket failure?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: How often should I change the antifreeze in my car?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: How often should I change my wiper blades?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: Should sealed wheel bearing hubs be replaced individually or in pairs?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Technical Forum: How often should an oil filter be changed?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
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Parts Professionals: How Do You Do It?
We'd like to know the tricks and tips of the trade that you —as a parts professional working in any capacity — use on the job to make life easier. We'll share the best of the responses throughout the year online and in Counterman magaz
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Nominate Yourself Or Someone Else As The Counter Professional Of The Year
Since 1985, Counterman has honored the Counter Professional of the Year and we invite you to enter or nominate someone today.
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