Bosch Supports BSC Shops with Training, Technical and Product Support
Independent repair shops that participate in the Bosch Service Center (BSC) program have access to an impressive array of technical, training, and marketing support programs that can boost their business and bottom line. Through the BSC program, Bosch helps member shops keep up with the latest technology found in domestic, Asian and European vehicles.
Raybestos Brakes Gets Latest Sweepstakes Prize from Hollywood
The star of the show for this summer’s sweepstakes campaign is a one-of-a-kind Raybestos ’32 Roadster Pickup. The sweepstakes has been developed to help technicians celebrate the racing heritage and reliable performance of Raybestos brand Brakes and Chassis parts.
Repair Shops Support Passage of Right to Repair Act
Passage of the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act would require big automobile manufacturers to share relevant repair and safety information with local neighborhood repair shops and provides strong protections for automobile manufacturers’ proprietary information.
Federated Member Hovis Auto and Truck Supply Holds Annual Customer Appreciation Day
Federated member Hovis Auto and Truck Supply recently held its annual customer appreciation celebration at its distribution center facility in Mercer, PA.
New Revolution Lift Lease Helps Shop Owners Upgrade Equipment Affordably
Revolution Lift announces a special leasing program that makes it possible to buy a new ALI-certified vehicle lift now through August 31, 2010.
Opinion: ASE Certification Is a Matter of Common Sense
Gary Goms discusses the importance of ASE certification to set the bar in a way that mere training and education cannot.
Consumers Keeping Their Smaller Vehicles But Maintain Desire for Luxury, According to Experian Automotive
The mix of vehicles on U.S. roads is moving more toward small to midsize vehicles and vehicles with premium/luxury amenities, according to Experian Automotive’s just-released analysis as of March 31, 2010.
Kelly Blue Book Releases Results of Consumer Study on Auto Finance, Purchase Decisions
According to Kelly Blue Book data, in-market car shoppers indicate they are feeling the economy’s strong influence with regard to their attitudes about financing and purchasing vehicles.
New Coated Piston from Federal-Mogul Reduces Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions
Federal-Mogul Corp. has developed a new EcoTough-coated piston for gasoline engines that combines the properties of low wear and low friction in a single application.
SEMA Urges Senate to Pass Small Business Lending Bill
SEMA urged the United States Senate to pass H.R. 5297, the “Small Business Jobs and Credit Act,” which passed in June and would create a $30 billion fund to provide banks with less than $10 billion in assets access to capital to lend to small businesses.
Registration Open for 12 New University of the Aftermarket Online Distance Learning Courses
The University of the Aftermarket is now registering participants for 12 new online Distance Learning courses that enables busy aftermarket professionals to continue their progress toward an AAP or MAAP certificate.
Register Now for the SEMA Show and AAPEX
The 2010 SEMA Show and AAPEX, both of which are held the first week of November in Las Vegas, are open to auto-related buyers, technicians, retailers, dealers, manufacturer’s reps and other specified categories.