Federal-Mogul Expands MOOG Coverage with 81 New Parts Covering Millions of Late-Model Applications
The industry-leading MOOG steering and suspension product line from Federal-Mogul Corporation now features 81 additional high-volume parts covering millions of late-model foreign-nameplate and domestic applications.
New York Invoice Disclosure Legislation Introduced
New York state Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky, D-16, has introduced New York Senate Bill 1218 relating to vehicle repair shop guarantees. The bill requires that motor vehicle repair shops provide certain information regarding invoices and work guarantees.
Owner of Connecticut Repair Shop Arrested for Not Having License
Officials from the Hartford Police Department, Hartford Fire Department and the state Department of Motor Vehicles converged on Cecil’s Auto Electric in Hartford, CT, Monday morning and arrested the co-owner of the repair shop for operating a garage without a license.
Federal-Mogul Introduces ANCO Winter Blades for Vehicles Equipped with OE Profile-Style Wipers
Federal-Mogul has introduced a line of ANCO Winter Blades for vehicles fitted with original equipment profile-type wipers. ANCO Winter Blades are now available for a full range of foreign-nameplate and domestic applications.
Executive Interview: Chris Alexander, Director of Commercial Sales, Old World Industries
Chris Alexander was hired in 1996 as a sales assistant selling PEAK antifreeze. In 1998, Alexander moved into the commercial side of the business, developing the southeast and southwest territories. He earned several promotions as a result of his strong work ethic and selling expertise before assuming his current position in 2007.
Business Maintenance for Peak Performance: Internal Analysis will Rev Up Your Business, Part 1
From my experience, cars and companies have a lot in
common when it comes to keeping them running smoothly
and achieving top performance. The owner’s manual for any business is the strategic plan that has been developed. The
gauges are the financial reports that are generated on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
The Real Art of Advertising: More Than Pretty Pictures and Catchy Phrases, Part 2
In the September/October issue of Shop Owner, we introduced the “new” art of advertising in a modern market, and presented strategies automotive repair shop owners can use to corner their market, maintain loyal customers, and expand their shops’ value and customer base.
Kevin Harvick Crew Chief Gil Martin Wins 2010 NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Year’ Award
Gil Martin, crew chief for Kevin Harvick and the #29 Shell/Pennzoil Chevrolet, was named 2010 NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Year” following last week’s season-ending Ford 400 Sprint Cup race at Homestead-Miami (FL) Raceway.
Jimmie Johnson Captures Fifth Consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship with MOOG Chassis Parts
In the end, Jimmie Johnson simply would not be denied, as he and the MOOG chassis parts-equipped #48 Lowe’s Chevrolet outran their two closest competitors to win a record fifth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship in the recent Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami (FL) Raceway.
Affinia Reports Successful Outcome to National Institute of Justice, Michigan State Police Brake Pad Performance Evaluation Project
According to Affinia, Raybestos brand police brake pads took the lead in the outcome of test results.