Belts Drive More Accessories Than Ever
It used to be that two or three belts drove a few vehicle accessories. Not anymore. A single belt is now used to run more accessories than ever. And these days, both sides of a belt are being used to drive accessories and that means belts are working harder than ever. It also means they’re
Hollywood Hot Rods to Build Raybestos Brakes Roadster Pickup
BURBANK, Calif. — Josh Russell, director of sales and marketing at Affinia Global Brake & Chassis, manufacturer of Raybestos Brakes & Chassis products, has announced that the Raybestos brand is sponsoring the build of a traditionally inspired 1932 Ford hot rod roadster pickup. The Raybestos Roadster Pickup (RPU) will be given away to one lucky
More Than 22,000 Raybestos Brand Part Applications Added in First Quarter
MCHENRY, Ill. — Following the unveiling of the revamped Raybestos Rewards Program this past January, there were 22,362 applications for model year 2010 vehicles added to the Raybestos catalog during the first quarter of 2010. Model year 2010 application listings by popular part type include 2,924 rotors, 2,689 calipers and 2,077 pads,
Newly Repackaged FRAM Extra Guard Air Filters Offer Extended Engine Protection
DANBURY, Conn. — FRAM is relaunching FRAM Extra Guard Air Filters with new packaging to highlight the brand’s new Engine Protection claims. Engine Protection is the FRAM measure of a filter’s ability to trap dirt particles and keep them from entering the engine. FRAM Extra Guard air filters provide two times the engine protection compared
Automotive Distribution Network Names Steve Tucker Vice President of Auto Pride Network
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – The Automotive Distribution Network (ADN) has named Steve Tucker its new vice president of the Auto Pride Network, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network. “Appointing Steve to this new position is an important step to growing the relationships both within the membership of Auto Pride Network and also
New TPMS Education Resource Now Available Online
ALTAVISTA, Va. — Schrader today announced its sponsorship of a new online industry resource that addresses the specific TPMS needs of aftermarket retailers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and drivers. Developed based on extensive research among of industry experts and drivers, the site approaches TPMS from the three distinct perspectives, Schrader said. “Two years
Atlas Copco to Open New Distribution Center in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Atlas Copco will open a new 131,000-square-foot national distribution center in Charlotte, N.C., this May, for the distribution of products under the Atlas Copco, BeaconMedæs, Desoutter and Chicago Pneumatic brands. The new distribution center will be located at the Westlake Corporate Campus in Charlotte. The new facility is forecasted
2010 Walker Emissions Control Catalog Features Hundreds of New Parts for Domestic, Foreign-Nameplate Models
MONROE, Mich. – The 2010 Walker Emissions Control Catalog, featuring more than 500 new parts for late-model domestic and foreign-nameplate applications, is now available from Tenneco Inc. Among the new parts highlighted in the 2010 Walker catalog are more than 50 additional direct-fit Walker Ultra OBD II catalytic converters, dozens of CalCat converters
Gates Expands Line of Belt Drive and Cooling System Solution Kits
DENVER, Colo. – Gates Corp. has announced the availability of an expanded line of belt drive and cooling system solution kits for the automotive aftermarket. From belt jump-off to chronic belt noise and cooling system enhancements, these precision-engineered solution kits were developed to focus on a variety of engine operational issues on domestic and import
Hankook Tire Opens 8th Distribution Center in North America
WAYNE, N.J. – Hankook Tire subsidiary Hankook Tire Canada Corp. officially opened its second Canadian distribution center in Richmond, British Columbia, this month. Hankook Tire now has eight distribution centers serving North America. The new distribution center will support retailers and multiple distribution points in western Canada. “Hankook Tire has experienced
Bendix Offers Direct Customers Customizable Promotions to Help Drive Sales
TROY, Mich. — The Bendix marketing team is offering its warehouse distributor (WD) customers two new customizable promotions that feature downloadable marketing materials and images for use throughout the year. WDs can use these rewards programs with their customers, including an opportunity be a VIP guest at a National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) race.
ShowMeTheParts.com, Automotive Distribution Network Announce New eCatalog Agreement
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – ShowMeTheParts.com and the Automotive Distribution Network (ADN) have announced a new agreement through which the Network’s distribution centers, more than 1,500 affiliated auto stores and more than 2,000 affiliated service centers will use the ShowMeTheParts.com Web catalog for Internet parts inquiries. “Providing our members and their customers with timely and