Federal-Mogul Launches Product Technology Partnership With John Force Racing
One of the most successful professional drag racing teams, JFR will campaign one Top Fuel Dragster and three Fuel Funny Cars in the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. Each of the team’s engines will be powered by Champion spark plugs.
Vortec 3500 Straight-Five Engine
The five-cylinder was seen as a way to achieve better fuel economy and performance than the six, but with more power and torque than the four. Back in 2002,General Motors developed what would become a new series of Vortec inline four-, five- and six-cylinder engines. All of the engines in the “Atlas” engine lineup share
Networking, Awards Presentations Abound at Successful APA Conference in San Diego
By Mary DellaValle Following a successful, record-breaking conference last year, Automotive Parts Associates’ (APA) 30th annual Shareholders’ & Manufacturers’ Conference, held March 10-12 in San Diego, Calif., was a great example of history repeating itself. With 67 shareholder WDs and 76 vendor manufacturers’ reps in attendance, the event delivered on a number of accounts. The
An All-Access Pass?
Long before the age of Internet access, Samuel Johnson, the great 18th-century English author and literary scholar, said, “Knowledge is of two kinds. We know a subject ourselves, or we know where we can find information upon it.” Johnson’s observation accurately describes the automotive repair information access issues of today because, although an auto mechanic
Friction Materials: Selling Premium vs. Standard Linings
When a customer asks for a box of brake pads or shoes for a vehicle, what do you recommend?
Top Ten News Makers of ’07
For the fourth year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine have selected 10 individuals who have made an impact on the industry this past year. The list is presented in alphabetical order.
Accessing Repair Information
The complexity of OBD systems has created headaches for the average repair shop. But technicians are becoming more efficient when it comes to day-to-day diagnostics.
A More Focused Installer
Sears Canadas recent decision to exit the repair market signals a trend that impacts the industry on both sides of the border.
Ready to Sell Your Store? (Part IV)
Part IV of “Ready to Sell Your Store?” Dealing with taxes that will come up as a result of the sale of your business.
11th Annual Tech Forum
Your customers are one of the most important aspects of your business. And when they need your help, you need to be ready with the knowledge and the answers that will help them. This month, Counterman presents some of the most pressing issues surrounding the following topics and what customers are asking. Q: My customer