Port of Opportunity
There is a flood of aftermarket OBD-II devices that are designed to track drivers, diagnose check engine lights, and even perform remote starting, but are they good for the aftermarket?
Is Vehicle Hacking Good For The Aftermarket?
You have probably seen the Wired magazine story about the two guys who managed to hack a 2014 Jeep Cherokee using the telematics connection called U-Connect.
OEMs To Debut New Training Programs At NACE | CARS 2015
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen will provide training July 21-25 as part of NACE | CARS 2015 in Detroit. Several of these companies will be using this year’s show as a platform to launch new training programs. “The support and participation of the car manufacturers is a significant and
Auto Care Association Unveils First-Ever State Of The Auto Care Industry Report At Inaugural Industry Forum In Washington, D.C.
The Auto Care Association unveiled its first-ever annual State of the Auto Care Industry Report April 29 at the inaugural State of the Auto Care Industry Forum at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. Marcus Jadotte, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis for the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, was
NACE | CARS 2015 Details Announced
Registration is now open for NACE | CARS 2015 including all sessions, conference programs and the expo. Attendees can visit NACEexpo.com or CARSevent.com for more information. Hotel registration has been open and bookings are filling at more than double from 2014. Visitors are encouraged to book their rooms soon. Event organizers say this year’s program offers even more training and
AAPEXedu To Spotlight Technology
The 2015 AAPEXedu program will spotlight telematics, vehicle systems technology and the technology used to operate a business to help service professionals, warehouse distributors (WDs), retailers and manufacturers stay ahead of the curve. AAPEX will take place Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Sands Expo, Las Vegas, Nev., with AAPEXedu sessions starting
AAPEX Unveils New Logo
AAPEX organizers have unveiled a new, progressive logo for the event as the first step in transforming the brand to reflect it as the premier, global automotive aftermarket event that keeps attendees ahead of the curve when servicing today’s high-tech and highly sophisticated vehicles. With an established and experienced 25-plus year history, AAPEX is the
Register Now For ToolTech 2015
The Equipment & Tool Institute (ETI) says it is finalizing its speaker lineup for ToolTech 2015, which takes place April 13-16 at the Radisson Hotel and Suites in Downtown Austin, Texas. The event is being built around this year’s theme, “The Connected Vehicle: Opportunities and Challenges.” Information and technology play a key role in the
Proactive National Car Care Month Plan Could Lead To More Business
As gas prices continue to drop, consumers will have a few more dollars in their pockets to spend on essentials, like vehicle repair and service. Getting customers to spend some of those dollars in your shop should be one of your goals this spring. With National Car Care Month on the horizon in April, there
Order Car Care Guides For National Car Care Month In April
The Car Care Council reminds shop owners, counterpersons and technicians to order the popular Car Care Guide in time for National Car Care Month in April. Available in English and Spanish, the recently-redesigned Car Care Guide can be easily ordered by visiting the Car Care Council website at www.carcare.org/car-care-guide. “With National Car Care Month right