The 2009 Akebono Master Catalog is being distributed this month. It contains 42 new part numbers that have already been released during the second quarter, 2009 — 26 Pro-ACT and 16 EURO parts. There are an additional 11 new part numbers scheduled to be released yet this year.
Imports account for almost half of the vehicles in operation.
With more than 144 million import vehicles on the road today, Four Seasons continues to expand coverage in all major HVAC categories.
The expanded portfolio includes compressors, hose assemblies, accumulators, blower motors, evaporators, heater cores, engine-coolant components and more.
“With the latest coverage available for HVAC parts from Acura to Volvo, Four Seasons now offers the largest import coverage in the aftermarket, making us the import coverage leader,” said Ron Miller, director of marketing, SMP Temp Control Division. “Today, imports account for almost half of the mix of vehicles in operation. Plus, with our growing commitment to providing replacement parts for the latest hybrid and electric vehicle systems, we now offer 94% coverage for late-model import hybrid and electric applications.”
The new part numbers cover more than 3 million vehicles in operation.
The program offers more than 1,500 EVAP components and 4,000 products for crankcase and EGR emission.
The launch of new rocker covers includes 19 references off the shelf.
The release includes a dynamic DTC-analysis feature to provide causes and solutions for ADAS-sensor and component faults.
The new numbers cover some of the most popular applications on the road today.
The newly introduced bproauto parts portfolio is available for most makes and models.
The new SKUs represent more than 10 million vehicles in additional coverage.
A 16.9-fluid-ounce bottle of Maximum Performance Engine Treatment replaces the quart size in the Rislone lineup.
