WIX Filters Debuts New Branded Caps at Online Company Store
WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, has debuted seven new styles of caps as part of an expanded collection of branded apparel and merchandise available at an online company store.
Vehicle Stability Control Training Video Now Available From AVI
Dave Scaler goes in-depth on Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) and Electronic Stability (ESC) system diagnostics in this class. This course starts with an explanation on how ABS systems work and how information from the wheel speed sensors is turned into valve/pump commands in the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU).
Federated ‘Dream’ Winners Have ‘Dream Weekend’
Thunder, lightning and some heavy rain could not keep the winners of the Federated “Dream Weekend” from having a great time. Five Federated service provider customers watched some major league baseball and dirt track racing, and then they got behind the wheel of some dirt track cars and learned how to race from NASCAR and dirt track legend Kenny Schrader. Not a bad way to spend a weekend in St. Louis.
New Raybestos Brand Sway Bar Links Released for Late-Model Applications
Raybestos brand chassis parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands – has added sway bar links to the Raybestos chassis catalog for select 2007-2013 models.
Editor’s Notebook: Fall Car Care Is In The Air And Central To The Northwood International Auto Show
If you’ve ever been involved in or hosted a Be Car Care Aware event, you know the power it can have in educating customers about how much money they can save with proper vehicle maintenance. You also know the value-added benefits of heightening your shop’s image in the community, earning existing customers’ lasting loyalty and prompting new referrals along the way.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Collins Wins Bid On 1977 International Scout; Bosch Contributes $25K Toward Purchase
Bosch has announced that the Grand Prize winner of “The Gut Check Challenge” – Mike Collins of Jourdanton, TX – selected a classic 4×4 at the Mecum Auto Auction in Monterey, CA. Collins won his bid on a restored 1977 International Scout 4×4 and, per the rules of the competition, Bosch contributed $25K toward the purchase. “The Gut Check Challenge” was an online contest sponsored by Bosch Spark Plugs and held from June 6 to July 18 on the social media site, Facebook.
