Mitchell 1 Names Kevin Krutell 2012 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Kevin Krutell from St. Claire Shore, MI, was recently named the 2012 Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student during the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) conference held at Tyler Junior College in Tyler, TX.
Strong Support For Largest-Ever Vehicle Check-Up Event
Industry support is strong for the Car Care Council’s largest-ever consumer vehicle check-up event, to be held in conjunction with the 49th Annual Northwood University International Auto Show in Midland, MI, on Sunday, Oct. 7.
Federated To Launch Toys For Tots Partnership At Federated 400 NASCAR Race In Richmond
Federated announces that it will be a national corporate partner of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign in 2012; a program that delivers new toys and the magic of Christmas to less fortunate children each holiday season. The partnership will kick off at the Richmond International Raceway (RIR) during race weekend (Sept. 7-8) for the Federated Auto Parts 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup race.
New Raybestos Brand Chassis Parts Released For Late-Model Applications
Raybestos brand chassis parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands – has added ball joints, tie rod ends and sway bar frame bushings to the Raybestos chassis catalog for select 2003-2012 models.
Bosch Updates Part Finder App, Now Available For Android Devices As Well As For iPhone And iPad
Users of an iPhone, iPad or Android phone or tablet who need a Bosch part for a vehicle can get the information they need right from their mobile device. In addition to the initial Apple version of its Vehicle Part Finder app, Bosch has now released an Android version of the app.
Advertising Does Not Work, And I Can Prove It!
Got your attention? Great! Now let me tell you what I really think. Advertising DOES work. Did the title of this article grab your attention? You bet it did. I purposely phrased the title in that way in order to get your attention. That’s advertising.
Ask The Customer Again
When your service advisors recommend additional services that are outside of the customer’s original concern, and the customer initially declines those additional services, in most cases, your advisors should call the customer back at the appropriate time to re-offer the services.
Two New ACDelco Rapidfire Spark Plug Part Numbers Released
ACDelco has announced the release of two new ACDelco Rapidfire spark plug part numbers, as the company continues to enhance its portfolio of competitively priced, single platinum spark plugs for older model vehicles.
Time For Federated Car Care Winners To ‘Get Dirty with Kenny’
The winners have been chosen and now the fun begins. Five winning Federated Car Care Center members will visit the St. Louis area in early September to “Get Dirty with Kenny” at the Federated Auto Parts I-55 Raceway in Pevely, MO.
Mitchell 1 To Hold Shop Management System Training Workshop In Seattle
Mitchell 1 will hold this year’s third and final Shop Management System Training Workshop Oct. 4-6 in Seattle, WA, at the Hotel Monaco, located at 1101 4th Ave. The training workshop is designed for those who have previously established competence using their shop management software and now want to learn more advanced capabilities, better methods and shortcuts.
AAPEX Adds Extra Day For Learning Forum Education Sessions
Organizers for the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) have announced that the Learning Forum education sessions at this year’s AAPEX will start on Monday, Oct. 29, instead of Tuesday, and will continue throughout the event.
Bosch Unveils New Smartphone-Friendly Packaging For Oxygen Sensors
Bosch has introduced new packaging for its line of oxygen sensors, building on the growing popularity of smartphone technology. The new packaging includes for the first time QR (Quick Response) codes that can be scanned with a smartphone for immediate product information.
