Push For Data-Sharing Standard Gains Momentum In Australian Aftermarket
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) said it is encouraged by the number of trade organizations expressing their support for regulations that would address the sharing of repair and service data.
Aftermarket Suppliers Gravely Concerned About OEMs’ Desire to Control Telematics Data
If the automakers convince federal legislators that they should be the ultimate gatekeepers of telematics data, it would be a crushing blow to the automotive aftermarket, participants in a recent Auto Care Association webinar asserted.
Autolite Gives Retailers Easy Access To More Than 60,000 Powersports Spark Plug Applications With Release Of Electronic Catalog
The release will provide the ability to look up many motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile and personal watercraft applications using the familiarity of the standard electronic automotive parts search interface.
ATEQ Launches New Tire Tread Depth Gauge Accessory
With the TTD accessory connected to the VT56 TPMS Tool, technicians can now provide a complete tire and TPMS sensor check during routine maintenance, the company says.
OptiCat Launches New Offerings For Automotive Aftermarket Data Suppliers and Data Receivers
OptiCat can now receive supplier product attribute data in flat file form via its OnBoard program and export it in PIES format to data receivers via its OnDemand program. This will assist non-PIES compliant suppliers and their data receivers to communicate more effectively.
Bosch And Audi Sign Event Data Recorder License Agreement
Pending National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regulation will require EDRs to be installed in all light-duty vehicles manufactured after September 2014, Bosch says.
Bill To Ensure Access To Car Company Telematic Systems Introduced In California
Introduced by State Senator Bill Monning, D-Carmel, SB 994 aims to address concerns that extensive information regarding a vehicle, including diagnostic and mileage driven and GPS information, is sent to vehicle manufacturers without the knowledge of car owners.
Delphi Launches Five New Accessories For Diagnostic Scan Tools
Operating on a PC-based platform, technicians connect the tool to the OBDII connector under the instrument panel to determine trouble codes and are guided to the suspect area.
Delphi Product & Service Solutions Announces Five New Accessories For Its Diagnostic Scan Tools
Delphi’s Diagnostic Scan Tool and Flash Programmer are complete diagnostic solutions for vehicle service and repair. TROY, Mich. — Delphi Product & Service Solutions (DPSS) has announced five new accessories for its diagnostics scan tools. Visit go.delphi.com for specific part information. Inventory is available now. Delphi’s Diagnostic Scan Tool and Flash Programmer are complete
ALLDATA And MAM Software Launch ALLDATA Manage Online To Lift Auto Shop Profitability
Strategic agreement between ALLDATA and MAM Software provides an advanced shop management system to help auto repair shops enhance profitability and strengthen customer relationships. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — MAM Software announced that ALLDATA LLC, a leading provider of manufacturers’ automotive repair information and solutions for professional automotive service and collision repair shops, has entered into
