University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Public Service Announcements Hit The Airwaves
The popular television shows “Two Guys Garage” and “Truck U” will air public service announcements promoting the virtues of education and the availability of scholarships for those seeking a career in the auto care industry. The public service announcements were produced for the University of the Aftermarket Foundation by Brenton Productions, producers of “Two Guys Garage” and “Truck U” and began airing Jan. 4.
2014 ASE Certification Testing Schedule Announced
The 2014 National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification testing schedule has been announced. Winter registration is taking place now through Feb. 21. Winter testing takes place through Feb. 28. Register now on the ASE website.
MACS To Hold Program On Servicing Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling Machines At January Training Event
Shop owners and technicians with questions on how to service and repair a refrigerant recovery and recycling machine can have them answered on Friday, Jan. 17 at the MACS Training Event and Trade Show. All the major refrigerant recovery and recycling machine manufacturers will display their products at their booths and also provide a special focused presentation highlighting tips and tricks for maintenance and service of their products.
More Than 40 New Parts Added To MOOG Steering And Suspension Line
Federal-Mogul’s MOOG Steering and Suspension brand has introduced 43 new replacement parts that address the service requirements of millions of late-model foreign-nameplate and domestic passenger vehicles. The MOOG brand, the automotive service industry’s “Problem Solver,” offers innovative technologies that improve on original component designs for longer life, superior performance and faster, easier installation, according to Federal-Mogul.
ACDelco Expands Window Regulator, Motor Offerings
ACDelco has released 136 new Professional window regulator and motor part numbers for GM and non-GM applications. The expansion covers 1990-2012 model year vehicles from GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, BMW, Nissan and other manufacturers.
Car Care Council Introduces Maintenance Mondays
The Car Care Council is making it easier to be car care aware in the New Year with the start of Maintenance Mondays. This Instagram-based weekly campaign will help drivers with visual information on car care. Videos will range from simple do-it-yourself videos and preventative maintenance tips to information on choosing an automotive professional when needed.
MAHLE RTI Planning ‘Strong Presence’ At The 2014 MACS Trade Show
Showcasing its latest offerings for A/C professionals, MAHLE RTI has announced it will exhibit at the MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) 2014 Training Event and Trade Show, Jan. 16-18 at the Sheraton Hotel in New Orleans.
Federal-Mogul Signs Definitive Agreement To Purchase Significant Portion Of Honeywell Friction Business
Federal-Mogul Corp. recently announced that its European subsidiaries entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire certain business assets of the Honeywell automotive and industrial brake friction business, including two recently established manufacturing facilities in China and Romania.
The Lincoln Principal
Too often, the only time we address someone is when things go wrong. While we cannot ignore mistakes, we need a balance. In fact, it’s far better to catch people doing things right, and to give praise. Also, in the heat of the moment when things go wrong, our judgment is clouded and we tend to lash out and say things we often regret afterwards. The person on the receiving end will often shut down too, and nothing will get accomplished.
Would You Price Your Services Lower Than The Dealer?
We often take a customer’s car to the dealer when we discover the vehicle is under warranty. We prefer to take it ourselves, because too often my customers come back with a ton of service work done, much of which we already performed! Plus, it’s no secret that the dealer wants my customer.
Six Tips To Increase Sales This Winter
Many shops in the northern part of the country go through a slow sales period during the winter months. And, while there is no way to get back those snow days when business literally shuts down, here are a few tips we can use to maximize sales this winter.
New DENSO VitalScan Diagnostic System Provides Fast And Accurate Vehicle Testing
DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc. has been developing methods to help technicians diagnose and identify issues more quickly and accurately. As a result, DENSO introduces DENSO VitalScan, an efficient new OBD II diagnostic tool and online database. The new system incorporates a high-tech scan tool along with an extensive web-based data system that allows users to conduct hundreds of specific on-board diagnostic tests in minutes resulting in extremely detailed and on-target vehicle health reports.