California Close To TPMS Legislation
California State Legislature has passed AB 1665, a bill that will require “an automotive repair dealer that repairs tires or changes tires shall be capable of diagnosing and servicing a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in accordance with industry standards if the vehicle is manufactured with the device.”
Bosch Establishes Scholarship/Grant Program With Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Foundation
Robert Bosch LLC has established an education scholarship and employment grant program through the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Foundation with a gift of $50,000. These scholarships will assist students by funding a portion of their technical education at the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) campus in Lisle, Ill. Multiple $1,000 scholarships and employment grants will be awarded.
Employee Behavior Outside Of Your Shop
I got a call the other day from a fellow shop owner who needed to vent. He runs a big shop and gives his techs a lunch break every day from noon until 1:00 p.m. His techs got into the habit of going to the local mall and hanging out in the parking lot, smoking cigarettes and often getting a little too loud. They were not causing any real trouble, but it just didn’t look good.
Should Your Shop Be Open December 26?
Merry Christmas! What? Christmas? Yup, it’s not that far away, and if you haven’t looked at the calendar it falls on Thursday this year. So what? Well, if you’re a shop owner you will probably give little thought about the Friday after Christmas until sometime late in December when an employee asks, “Hey boss, are
Booking The Customer’s Next Appointment? Why Not?
What do doctors, dentists, eye doctors and hairdressers all have in common? That’s right; they all book the next appointment. So why don’t we do it? Oh, I know many of you do, and that’s great. But most shops don’t, and I have heard every excuse under the sun why booking the next appointment does not work.
Service Adviser Pay Program Tips That Work
If you are looking to drive up your profits, you need to ensure you have service advisers that have the right attitude, aptitude and ethics. They will need to have the natural talent to sell, they will need to be well trained, and they will need to have the proper support systems in place. And
Bosch Expands Aftermarket Coverage For Asian, Domestic And European Vehicles
Robert Bosch LLC has announced the release of 41 new part numbers in its braking, rotating electric and horn product lines. These new part numbers cover close to 3 million additional vehicles on the road. Bosch QuietCast Brake Pads and Bosch Blue Brake Pads Bosch Braking Components group has added 10 new brake pad sets
ASA Honors Member Achievements At 2014 Celebration Of Excellence
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) held its Celebration of Excellence Aug. 1 at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich. – a site located close to ASA’s NACE | CARS 2014 events in downtown Detroit. The annual awards dinner honors the achievements of ASA members and its industry partners. Dan Risley, ASA’s president and executive
Motorist Assurance Program Hosts Free Brake Safety Awareness Month Inspections
Participating Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) member service facilities are hosting free brake safety inspections during Brake Safety Awareness Month across the country to help teach local drivers about proper brake system safety and maintenance. Drivers can take advantage of free brake safety awareness inspections at participating MAP facilities in their area throughout the month of
Wagner Brake Coverage Expanded To Hundreds Of Additional Applications, Millions Of Registered Vehicles
The Wagner Brake brand from Federal-Mogul Motorparts recently added product coverage for more than 440 applications representing approximately 40 million registered vehicles. Featured in the www.FMe-Cat.com electronic catalog, this additional coverage includes premium Wagner ThermoQuiet brake pads and shoes as well as Wagner rotors, drums and hydraulic components. In addition to new coverage, Wagner has introduced new product attribute
AAPEX 2014 Mobile App Features New Products, Exhibitors And Walking Map
The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) 2014 Mobile App offers many new features to help buyers plan while on the go for the event, easily navigate the show floor and grow their business while at AAPEX. AAPEX is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas, Nev.,
Bosch Unveils ChooseTheRightInjector.com
Bosch has announced the launch of a new customer awareness initiative designed to help diesel vehicle owners and technicians make the right choice when purchasing replacement injectors for vehicle service. The cornerstone of the initiative is a new website, ChooseTheRightInjector.com, which offers in-depth information on a variety of key topics.