AWDA Members, Suppliers Come Together To Donate $45,000 To University Of The Aftermarket Foundation
The funds will be used to support the foundation’s mission of providing educational scholarships to worthy students interested in pursuing careers in the auto care industry.
AASA Know Your Parts Launches New Diagnostics Campaign At AAPEX
The campaign is funded and sponsored by AASA member suppliers: ACDelco, BBB Industries, CARDONE Industries, DENSO, Motorcar Parts, Remy International and Robert Bosch. LAS VEGAS – The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) Know Your Parts campaign has launched its rotating electrical campaign, the second in a series of category specific campaigns designed to educate
AAPEX Announces Sponsors For New General Session With Keynote Speaker Steve Forbes
Forbes will discuss, “The Next Four Years: Navigating the Economy for Business Growth and Success,” and will provide insights and strategic advice for attendees to grow their businesses during uncertain times. The General Session will be held from 8-8:50 a.m. on Nov. 5 in The Venetian Palazzo Ballroom. LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Eight companies
OTC Releases Software Update For Genisys Touch, Encore Diagnostic Tools
New software updates for the Genisys Touch and Encore are included with OTC’s annual subscription and are released several times throughout the year, with an emphasis on expanding vehicle and model coverage for technicians. OTC diagnostics offer special tests coverage in ABS, airbag, body, suspension, steering, hybrid, tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), park assist and instrument cluster modules for faster diagnosis, the company says.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Announces Organizational Leadership Changes
“Our team of newly-appointed leaders has the combined knowledge, experience and talent to successfully execute our business strategy and ensure our customers receive the highest quality products and service in the industry,” said Daniel Ninivaggi, co-CEO, Federal-Mogul Holdings Corp. and CEO, Federal-Mogul Motorparts.
Auto Care Association Elects New Officers, Board Of Directors
Richard Jago of Old World Industries Inc. is the chairman for the 2014-’15 term.
Rebuilding The 6.6L Duramax Diesel
It was really no surprise, since GM had single-handedly alienated the American buying public against the diesel engine beginning back in the late ’70s and early ’80s with the 5.7L V8 and 4.3L V6 diesel engines that were, let’s just say, “less than stellar.” While there’s no point now in rehashing mistakes of the past,
Fuel Pump ‘Failure’ May Be A Misdiagnosis
Fuel pump failures can be caused by electrical faults, old age (wear) or fuel contaminants (dirt, moisture or bad gas). Fuel pump failures often occur without warning.
WORLDPAC Hosts Third Supplier & Training EXPO
Fulfills mission of “Leading Through Education.”
Legislative Victory For US Brake Manufacturers: House Orders Report On Asbestos Content Of Imported Brake Products
The measure, part of the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill of 2015, requires the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) to report within 120 days of the act’s passage regarding imported brake products containing asbestos.
