Gabriel Added More Than 273 New SKUs In 2013
Gabriel (Ride Control LLC) says it is continuing its aggressive new product introduction schedule, adding coverage for more than 15 million light vehicles in the past 12 months. The company has added more than 273 new light vehicle SKUs in 2013. Included in the company’s new product introductions for 2013 are parts with higher VIO vehicle coverage such as new Gabriel Ultra Struts that cover 2009-2012 Toyota Corolla and Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix.
Performing An Alignment On VW Jetta And Golf Vehicles
Most entry-level VW models featured the same basic suspension used from the advent of the original VW Rabbit. About the only change was from a rear strut suspension to a separate coil spring and shock absorber in the rear. Used for all models of the Golf, Jetta, New Beetle and the Audi TT, this suspension is simple, durable and easy to repair. There is still a beam axle in the rear of pre-2006 FWD cars.
Brembo Introduces New Website And App For The North American Aftermarket
Brembo has announced the launch of its new dedicated aftermarket website and its first app for the North American aftermarket – the Brembo Parts catalog app.
Honeywell Friction Materials Launches New Customer-Driven Global Website
Honeywell Friction Materials, known for its Bendix, JURID and Stop by Honeywell branded brake products, has announced the launch of a new global website for service technicians, do-it-yourself (DIY) consumers and direct customers.
Raybestos Rattlesnake Sweepstakes Winner Hits Jackpot In Vegas
At the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in Las Vegas, representatives from Brake Parts Inc and Affinia Global Chassis, the respective manufacturers of Raybestos brake and Raybestos chassis products, presented the keys to the winner of the 2014 Raybestos Rattlesnake Toyota Tundra. Its new owner, Dave Cramer, is a property manager with Ross Pacific Management in Vancouver, Wash.
MOOG Steering And Suspension Introduces Dozens Of Additional Parts For Late-Model Applications
The MOOG Steering and Suspension brand from Federal-Mogul has introduced more than two dozen premium replacement parts for late-model foreign nameplate and domestic automotive and commercial vehicle applications. As the automotive service industry’s “Problem Solver,” the MOOG brand offers innovative technologies that improve on original component designs for longer life, superior performance and faster, easier installation, according to Federal-Mogul.
Why Bearings Fail
The inside of a bearing can be a hot place. When a bearing is cooling off, the contracting metal, air and lubricant can create a vacuum that is hopefully held by the seals. If the seals are worn and can’t hold the vacuum, the bearing or sealed hub unit will suck in outside air, debris and water. In some parts of the country that use salt on the roads, it is almost as bad as ocean water on wheel bearings.
Airtex And ASC Industries Launch New Online Resource, WaterPumpU.com
Technicians, counter people and do-it-yourselfers now have a one-stop shop to learn about “everything” water pump related. Airtex and ASC Industries have launched a new website at WaterPumpU.com, which provides the latest advances in diagnostic and procedural information and technical support for water pump replacement.
Performing Brake Service On 2006-Current Cadillac DTS
The 2006-current Cadillac DTS is the largest sedan that General Motors offers. The DTS incorporates the K-platform as denoted by the 4th letter in the VIN. It is built on the same line as the Buick Lucerne. The two vehicles share many brake components, but option packaging is different for the Lucerne. The brake system of the DTS is simple to work on and has a lot in common with other GM vehicles. When one comes into your shop, remember that every DTS is equipped with stability control and TPMS, so have a scan tool and TPMS tool on hand.
BCA Full-Line Coverage Launching In North America
NTN Bearing Corporation of America has launched a full-line of BCA wheel hub assemblies and bearings to the North American Automotive Aftermarket. View the on-line catalog for application coverage of both domestic and foreign nameplates.
Joey Logano Crew Chief Todd Gordon Wins Fourth Weekly MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ Award
There apparently was room at the top for one more, as Todd Gordon, crew chief for Joey Logano and the No. 22 AAA Ford Fusion, captured MOOG Steering and Suspension “Problem Solver of the Race” honors at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday. In picking up his fourth weekly MOOG award, Gordon forced a four-way tie at the top of the $100,000 MOOG “Problem Solver of the Year” standings with just two races remaining in the 2013 season.
Timken Expands Portfolio Of Bearings And Hub Units For Medium-Duty Vehicles
The Timken Company recently announced an expansion of its product portfolio of tapered roller bearing sets, hub units and seals for medium-duty vehicles, including commercial vans, delivery trucks, bucket trucks and other fleet vehicles.