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The Parts House Acquires Parts Pro Automotive Warehouse

GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – The Parts House, a Parts Plus member of the Automotive Distribution Network, has purchased the assets of Parts Pros Automotive Warehouse in Bradenton, Fla., according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network. “Our group has seen a lot of expansion into additional markets over the past couple of years,” said Lambert. “Because

Babcox Media Acquires Motorcycle Product News

The addition of MPN to Babcox’s extensive portfolio of print publications and related digital properties will extend the company’s reach into the motorcycle and powersports markets.

TRICO Products Named 2009 Monro Muffler Vendor of the Year

TRICO has been working with Monro since 2004 and achieved this recognition through outstanding fill rate performance, quickest response to new store conversions and overall strength of the business partnership.

Prostock Automotive Warehouse Announces Vendor of the Year

Prostock Automotive Warehouse, Saddle Brook, N.J., announced Goodyear Engineer Products (Veyance Technologies Inc.) as Vendor of the year during their year-end meeting.

CARDONE Recommends Fluid List for Power Steering

OEs recommend many different types of fluids for use in power steering systems.

Which Type of Fluid Should You Use In Your Power Steering System?

When flushing a power steering system or replacing a power steering pump you should be thinking, “What type of fluid should I use in my power steering system?”

DENSO to Construct a New Plant for Production Base in Brazil

Plant will increase capacity to produce car air conditioning systems and other products.

Brake Safety Technology: Mercedes-Benz Brake Assist & Sensotronic Systems

Over the past decade, other vehicle manufacturers including Audi, BMW, Volkswagen, Lexus, Toyota and Mitsubishi have added Brake Assist to many of their ­vehicles. Lexus added Brake Assist in 2000, and made it standard on all models except the IS 300 in 2001. You’ll even find it on 2009 Toyota Corollas. What’s so great about

ContiTech Opens State-of-the-Art Plant in China

Germany-based ContiTech AG inaugurated its recently completed, state-of-the-art development, production, sales and administrative facility in Changshu, China. The site is about 100 kilometers northwest of Shanghai.

Lifelong Race Fan is Gatorback Club’s Newest NASCAR Winner

Veyance Technologies Inc., manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products, helps keep NASCAR teams competitive on the track and everyday motorists performing on the street with its Gatorback branded products.

Automotive Chassis Control Engineering & Application

It is a common mistake to look at a vehicle’s chassis and suspension system as just components that are either good, bad or broken.

Federated Teams Up With Ken Shrader

Federated Auto Parts will once again sponsor NASCAR driver Ken Schrader and Ken Schrader Racing for the 2010 race season.