TechSmart Announces Winter 2013 Line Expansion – UnderhoodService

TechSmart Announces Winter 2013 Line Expansion

Standard Motor Products (SMP) has expanded its TechSmart line of enhanced engine control products for professional service technicians by adding 55 new premium parts.

Standard Motor Products (SMP) has expanded its TechSmart line of enhanced engine control products for professional service technicians by adding 55 new premium parts.

Included in this release are more than 30 new HVAC air door actuators and blend door motors, expanded fuel level sensor coverage for Nissan/Infiniti trucks, plus eight new expansion tank service kits for European applications. TechSmart also has added a knock sensor wiring harness for GM V6/V8. This application has a very high original replacement rate, according to SMP.

“The TechSmart brand is fast becoming recognized in the industry for its innovation, engineering expertise, superior product quality and competitive pricing,” said Phil Hutchens, senior director of marketing, SMP. “Each part has been specifically chosen to meet the TechSmart core criteria of providing professional service technicians with new technology, new categories and problem-solving improvements to the original – with a proven quality they can trust.”

For additional information, contact an SMP sales representative or visit www.TechSmartParts.com.

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