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SMP Wins Waytek New Product Of The Year Award

SMP received the award for the Trombetta CAN bus power splitters and control modules.

A Closer Look: Variable Valve Timing

Variable Valve Timing Overview In an effort to increase fuel efficiency and elevate performance across today’s vehicles, nearly every manufacturer has equipped new vehicles with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) technology, also known as Variable Cam Timing (VCT). The primary components in a VVT systems are control solenoids and sprockets. These parts, in conjunction with other

Overview Of Turbocharger Operation And Failure Points

How does a turbocharger work? Let’s talk about it in simple terms.

Best Practices For Turbocharger Service

Turbo performance can only be impaired by mechanical damage or blockage caused by debris.

Standard Motor Products Expands Blue Streak Line

SMP’s latest product release includes 23 new part numbers in the direct-ignition and VVT categories.

Standard Motor Products Wins 2021 Spirit Of NAPA Award

SMP received the award at NAPA Auto Parts’ Vendor Summit and Supplier Awards Banquet on May 25.

Standard Motor Products Introduces 146 New Part Numbers

The release spans 55 different product categories and includes 38 part numbers for 2021 and 2022 model-year vehicles.

Best Practices For GDI Service

Be sure to de-pressurize the system before starting the repair.

GDI Overview And Common Failure Points

It’s especially important that the engine oil is changed according to the OEM maintenance guide.

The Group Honors Top Suppliers

Standard Motor Products received the Outstanding Vendor of the Year award.

Standard Motor Products Releases 434 New Part Numbers

The release spans 129 product categories and expands coverage through the 2022 model year by more than 500 million VIO.

A Closer Look: Blower Motor Resistor Operation

Blower Motor Resistor Operation Blower Motor Resistors (BMR) control the electrical current flowing from the fan switch to the blower fan, which allows the motorist to set the fan at different speeds. The fan speed can be changed by switching the blower resistor resistance mechanically, using a rotating lever, or electronically by the air conditioning