Four Seasons Inc. Adds 200 New Cooling Fan Assemblies
Four Seasons Inc., a leader in the aftermarket parts industry, has recently added more than 200 new cooling fan assemblies to its line of quality products that meet and exceed today’s OEM standards. Coverage is available for both domestic and import vehicles.
Voodoo Ride Website Launched
Voodoo Ride, a vehicle appearance products company co-founded by Dale Earnhardt Jr., has launched its website. The Voodoo Ride website features information about Voodoo Ride’s complete product line as well as information about the company and its latest news. In addition, a video featuring Earnhardt Jr. and Voodoo Ride products is streamed with music on the home page.
Tech Tip: GM Duramax Diesel Fuel Filter Replacement Problems
The following tip applies to all 2001-’06 General Motors trucks equipped with the 6.6L Duramax Diesel engine, RPO LB7 or LLY. There are a couple of issues with the fuel filters on these vehicles. GM has released a revised fuel filter; see TSB 04-06-04-070. The new filter is longer than the original filters used and has a plastic housing.
Wicks Sets Stock Car World Speed Record
Russ Wicks, who holds World Speed Records of more than 200 miles per hour on both land and water, has set a stock car world record of 244.9 miles per hour, which has been confirmed by Guinness World Records. Wicks successfully achieved the record on October 9 at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Northwestern Utah while driving a 2007 Dodge Charger built to NASCAR specifications.
Spirit of the Wild: Snap-on Teams Up with Ted Nugent
For technicians who love to pack up the truck Friday after work with rods, rifles and bows and head for the woods – there’s a new tool box designed just for you. Snap-on Tools has teamed up with legendary rocker and gonzo sportsman, Ted Nugent, to introduce a new line of limited edition roll cabinets and accessories.
CARS and NACE to Merge in 2008 for ‘Automotive Service & Repair Week’
Last week at AAPEX, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) held a press conference to announce the creation of Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), which will make its debut in November 2008. The overall goal of ASRW is to bring together buyers and sellers of automotive products and services in one venue that includes both education and trade show activities.
Tech Tip: Paul’s Crunchy Aveo Announces His Arrival
As a sales manager, Paul relies on his car to get him to important sales meetings across the state. His 2005 Chevrolet Aveo has been his trusty ride for a couple of years now. Recently, he noticed a "crunch" noise from the front of the car while negotiating speed bumps. Paul was embarrassed that a client also commented on his noisy car. Finally, he called me for an appointment.
NAPA BRAKE and CHASSIS Rewards Customers with Charlotte Trip
Affinia Under Vehicle Group salutes 22 lucky winners who recently took part in the NAPA BRAKE and CHASSIS "Ride with Mikey" experience in Charlotte, NC. These winners beat out 1,700 customers who turned in entries they earned January through June for purchasing NAPA BRAKE and CHASSIS products.
Federated Awards Aloha Sweepstakes Winner with Hawaiian Cruise
Bill and Darlene Palange, owners of Palange’s Automotive, a Federated Car Care Center from North Ridgeville, OH, are the grand prize winners of the inaugural Federated Auto Parts Aloha Sweepstakes. The Palanges will receive an all-expense paid, seven-day Hawaiian cruise for two.
Snap-on Unveils New Cordless Impact Wrench
Snap-on Tools has taken the best and made it better with the latest version of its Cordless Impact Wrench (CT4850HO). The new "Mother of All Cordless Impact Wrenches" is the ideal tool for technicians seeking a comfortable, powerful and portable wrench for on-the-spot service tasks.