Consumers Crave Advanced Technology In New Vehicle Purchases, IHS Markit Survey Finds
Through the survey, IHS Automotive analysts sought to understand which services are must-haves for consumers intending on purchasing a new vehicle for personal use in the next three years, as well as gain an understanding on the propensity of consumers who would be willing to pay for these advanced technologies and assess how much they would be willing to spend.
AAA Report: Gas Prices Fall As Crude Oil Supplies Reach Highest Level In 86 Years
Gas prices at pumps across the nation have fallen for 43 of the past 44 days, dropping 22 cents during this span, according to the latest data from AAA. The national average price for regular unleaded gasoline sits at $2.21 per gallon, which is the lowest mark since April and the lowest price for this date since 2004.
Registration Now Open For 16 University Of The Aftermarket Online Courses
These semester-long classes enable industry professionals to sharpen their business skills and earn continuing education units (CEUs) that can be applied toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) designation.
Complete Demonstration Schedule Announced For NACE | CARS 2016
This year’s Expo features expanded OE involvement and demonstrations on the latest products, materials and technology, and the latest solutions available to assist in business growth. These demonstrations provide a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with the newest technology, tools and equipment.
MAHLE Aftermarket Introduces MAHLE Original Gasket Head Set For The Ford PowerStroke
MAHLE Aftermarket has announced that its MAHLE Original head gasket set for the Ford 6.0L PowerStroke engine includes 193 pieces, all engineered to match the exact OE parts for form, fit and function.
Carnegie Mellon Traffic21 Institute: Enough Benefits To Warrant Widespread Adoption Of Current Safety Technologies
The researchers examined forward collision warning, lane departure warning and blind spot monitoring systems. These technologies can include partially autonomous braking or controls to help vehicles avoid crashes.
ACDelco Scholarship Applications Due July 31
ACDelco reminds students pursuing careers in automotive service to submit their applications for the “100 Years, 100 Futures” scholarship program no later than Sunday, July 31.
Auto Safety Advocates Tell Obama To Stop Rush To Get Self-Driving Cars On The Road
These groups also said the administration’s autonomous vehicle “guidance,” which is expected next week, should not be issued.
Save The Date: ASA To Host Webinar On Telematics Policy
During ASA’s upcoming webinar on July 27, participants will hear from aftermarket representatives, vehicle manufacturers and ASA leadership about the implications of policy developments for repair professionals.
NASTF To Present SAE J2534 Topic During Its General Meeting At AAPEX
Aftermarket technical instructors are finding that a surprising number of advanced service professionals who have already purchased an SAE J2534 vehicle interface device have yet to use it in the profitable business of module programming.
Nominations For SEMA Industry Awards Now Open
The awards are presented in front of more than 3,000 of the industry’s most influential professionals at the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas each year.
Dr. Mark Quarto To Keynote MACS 2017 Training Event
Dr. Quarto’s technical experience includes 28 years at General Motors (GM) with the past 16 years dedicated to advanced vehicle development as an engineering group manager. His responsibilities included management and development of control and diagnostics systems and service solutions for the Chevrolet Spark, Chevrolet Volt, fuel cell, two-mode hybrid, parallel hybrid truck (PHT), EV1 electric vehicle, S10 electric truck and alternative fuel systems programs.
