ACDelco Releases New Battery Part Numbers For Three Lines
ACDelco has announced part number expansions for its ACDelco Professional Battery line, as well as the ACDelco 60 series and AGM batteries.
Bosch Wheel Balancer Portfolio Includes Compact Workhorse Units, Laser Actuated Balancers
The Bosch portfolio of advanced wheel balancers ranges from compact, tech friendly balancers to sophisticated electronic and laser-actuated units. According to the company, Bosch balancers offer precision balancing with clear and accurate displays, incorporating easy-to-use features and navigation.
AASA Automotive Aftermarket Status Report Shows Unperformed Maintenance Grew by $8 Billion in 2010
The rate of unperformed and underperformed maintenance in the United States grew to $62 billion in 2010 compared to $54 billion the previous year, according to the recently released “AASA Automotive Aftermarket Status Report 2012,” published annually by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).
Federated Member KOI Auto Parts To Host Annual Cavalcade Of Customs
KOI Auto Parts and Federated Auto Parts will once again present the 2012 Cavalcade of Customs and Training Expo in Cincinnati, OH. The annual event, marking its 52nd anniversary, is scheduled to take place January 13-15 at the Duke Energy Convention Center.
Consumer Reports Says 40 Percent Of Drivers Delay Automotive Maintenance
According to a recent Consumer Reports poll, 40 percent of respondents involved in repair decisions stated they are postponing car maintenance or repairs on their primary vehicle.
Repair Shops In Muskegon, MI, Team Up To Provide Vehicle To Local Woman
A group of automotive repair shops in the Muskegon, MI, area joined together to provide a local woman with a special holiday gift – a restored 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera.
Final Days To Register For MACS 2012 Convention And Trade Show
Online registration and registration through the MACS office for MACS-I-MIZE! ENERGIZE!, the 32nd annual Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Convention and Trade Show, will continue until Friday, January 13, 2012.
Auto Centers Closing As Part Of Sears Reduction
At least 30 Sears Auto Centers will be among those locations closed as part of Sears Holding Corp.’s plan to close as many as 120 of its retail stores.
Man Brings Shotgun To Repair Shop And Demands Technicians To Fix His Wife’s Car
A customer came into Gerow’s Auto Service in Belfast, NY, recently and demanded that the technicians fix his wife’s 2004 Isuzu Axiom. According to the shop owner, the shop had previously worked on the vehicle and now the vehicle had a blown engine. The man apparently felt that the shop was to blame for his wife’s car problems.
Mudlick Mail Launching Service In Canada In 2012
Mudlick Mail, a provider of direct mail services for auto repair shops, will begin offering its programs in Canada starting in January 2012. The company will provide its strategically targeted campaigns to Canadian shop owners through a partnership with Innivity Marketing Group Inc. of Sarnia, Ontario. Under the agreement, Innivity, an integrated marketing services provider, will handle all print, distribution and warehouse requirements for Mudlick Mail’s Canadian clients. The company will also offer Mudlick Mail strategic insight into the Canadian market.
Rotary Lift Gives Away Its 50,000th SmartLift Inground Lift
As part of the celebration to commemorate the 15th anniversary of SmartLift, the world’s most popular inground lift, Rotary Lift conducted a campaign to give away the 50,000th SmartLift. Thousands of entries were received, and a winner has been drawn: Keith Pastorius, service manager of Precision Auto Repair in Mayville, WI.
Las Vegas Charity Receives Nearly 130 Auto Toys From AAPEX Display
Nearly 130 automotive toys were donated to the Las Vegas Dream Center after being featured in the new “Where the Love Affair Begins” exhibit at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) 2011 held in November in Las Vegas.