Bosch Expertise on Oxygen Sensors for Vehicle Manufacturers Benefits the Aftermarket
Bosch has been manufacturing and supplying automotive parts and systems to vehicle manufacturers since the very beginning of the automobile. As inventor, manufacturer and supplier of many ground-breaking automotive technologies – such as the oxygen sensor which was introduced in 1976 – to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Bosch enjoys a unique position in being able to bring OE-level quality, fit and function to its aftermarket products.
Federated Customer Dave Cook Receives ‘Surf or Turf Sweepstakes’ Grand Prize
Residents of Middlesex, PA, should not be surprised to see Federated customer Dave Cook, owner of Middlesex-based Dave’s Towing, driving a brand new truck instead of one of his trusted tow trucks. That’s because Cook is driving the new Chevy Colorado truck he won as the grand prize winner of the Federated “Surf or Turf Sweepstakes.”
San Francisco Repair Shop Donates 10 Percent of Repair Bills to Local Public Schools
In an effort to give back to its community, the San Francisco Auto Repair Center is donating 10 percent of the cost of any of its services, up to $1,000, to public schools in the area. The customers are able to choose which school the donation will go to.
Bosch Announces 2011 Rebate Programs for its DistancePlus and Premium Oil Filter Lines
From April 3 to October 29, 2011 Bosch is running the Big Savings Rebate Program that offers motorists in the United States a rebate on both Bosch DistancePlus oil filters and Premium oil filters.
Federated to Sponsor ‘Two Guys Garage’ Television Show
Federated Auto Parts will sponsor the popular television show “Two Guys Garage” in 2011. The first episode of the season is scheduled to air on May 7 on SPEED with replays of the first episode airing on May 11 and May 12. Viewers should check local listings for air times in their area.
Business Increases for 41 Percent in iATN Poll
A recent poll done by the International Automotive Technicians’ Network (iATN) indicates 41.3 percent of members had an increase in business in 2010 compared to 2009. Of the 41.3 percent, 28.7 percent report business increased slightly, while for 12.6 percent, business increased significantly. Business stayed about the same for 18 percent of members.
Popular ‘Totally MOOG’ Promotion Returns Now Through May 31 with Thousands of Prizes for Professional Technicians
The “Totally MOOG” technician rewards program, one of the most popular promotions ever for automotive repair professionals, returns now through May 31, 2011, with thousands of prizes for professionals who rely on the aftermarket’s number one line of replacement steering and suspension components.
2011 SEMA Show Registration Now Open
Attendee and media registration for the 2011 SEMA Show is now open on the show’s website. The annual trade-only event takes place Tuesday-Friday, November 1-4, 2011, in Las Vegas, NV.
Federal-Mogul Expands MOOG Product Line with 42 New Parts Covering Millions of Late-Model Domestic and Foreign Nameplate Vehicles
The MOOG steering and suspension product line from Federal-Mogul now includes 42 additional premium-quality parts covering millions of late-model foreign and domestic nameplate passenger vehicles. Among the latest MOOG product introductions are left and right rear sway bar link kits for thousands of 2009 Ford Flex and 2009-2010 Taurus and Taurus SHO models and 2009 Lincoln MKS and 2010 Lincoln MKT models.
Federal-Mogul’s Carter Brand Offers ‘Ultimate’ In-Line Fuel Pump for High Performance Street and Racing Engines
When the “ultimate” in fuel delivery is needed for high performance street and racing applications, Federal-Mogul Corporation’s Carter Fuel Delivery Products brand is standing by with a new Premium HP in-line fuel pump that delivers 600 pounds of fuel per hour at 45 psi.
Federated to Hold Annual National Meeting in Orlando
Federated Auto Parts will hold its annual national meeting April 27-30 at the Caribe Hotel and Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
New Master Cylinder Coverage from Raybestos Released for Domestic, Asian and European Models
New, late model master cylinders from the Raybestos brand – a member of the Affinia family of brands – are being released this month with exclusive coverage for 2011 Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes, Nissan and Toyota models.