U.S. Senate Commerce Chair Proposes Auto Safety Bill
In response to recent recalls and vehicle safety concerns, U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.V.), chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, introduced S. 2559, a bill to expand the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) authority to recall unsafe vehicles and increase funding for automobile safety.
Federated 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Race Set For Sept. 6 At Richmond International Raceway
For the third consecutive year, Federated will sponsor the Federated Auto Parts 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at the Richmond International Raceway (RIR). This year’s Federated 400, the “One Last Race to Make the Chase,” is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
CARS Show To Feature Auto Alliance Innovation, Technology & Telematics Expo
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced that this year’s CARS event will include the inaugural Auto Alliance Innovation, Technology & Telematics Forum. The forum will feature a panel discussion titled, “Where is Vehicle Technology Headed & What Does It Mean for Sustainable Transportation, Vehicle Owners, and the Modern Repair Shop?” with top industry leaders participating.
ACDelco Now On Instagram And Twitter
ACDelco has expanded its social presence, adding Twitter and Instagram feeds in an effort to connect young consumers and other social media users with the brand’s 90,000-plus products, services and network of Professional Service Center participants.
AAPEX Attendee Webinar To Spotlight Referral Marketing
The AAPEXedu will present “Building a Referral Marketing Strategy,” a free attendee webinar slated for Wednesday, July 9, at 4 p.m., EST. The 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) is set for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, NV, with AAPEXedu sessions starting on Monday, Nov. 3.
SEMA Secures U.S. Senate Resolution Designating July 11 As ‘Collector Car Appreciation Day’
The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 493 (S. Res. 493) designating July 11, 2014, as “Collector Car Appreciation Day.” The Resolution was requested by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and its Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Councils.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Accepting Entries For 2014 Automotive Communications Awards
The Car Care Council Women’s Board is now accepting entries for the 2014 Automotive Communications Awards. The Automotive Communications Awards, supported by the Automotive Communication Council (ACC), applaud those companies and agencies that provide automotive information to consumers and the trade professionals who interact with them on a daily basis.
Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Announces 2014-2015 Scholarship Winners
The Mobile Air Conditioning Society is proud to announce the recipients of its 2014-2015 scholarships for students entering the automotive aftermarket.
iATN Membership Exceeds 80,000
The International Automotive Technicians Network (iATN) now has more than 80,000 active members, the largest number ever in the network’s 19-year history. Members are located in 160 countries and collectively share 1.9 million years of experience on iATN.
ACDelco-Licensed Tool Line Adds Li-ion 8V 1/4″ Ratchet Wrench
Available in mid-July, a new Li-ion 8V 1/4″ ratchet wrench (ARW804) joins the growing lineup of ACDelco-licensed power tools. The new ratchet wrench is a light, small and powerful compact, standing at 9-1/2″ tall.
Employer Hot Topics For The Summer Season
The warmer weather and longer days can only mean one thing – summer is upon us! With the summer season comes a few things in particular that companies need to consider.
New Study: Women Would Rather Go To The Dentist Than A Repair Shop
Most consumers (83 percent) continue to ‘feel’ overcharged in the auto repair process and rank the experience of going to the repair shop/dealership to get their car repaired on a par with going to the dentist (with women preferring the dentist), according to a new consumer survey from AutoMD.com.