K-Tool International Chosen As Master Distributor For The Ford Tools Brand In The U.S. And Canada
K-Tool International (KTI) has been chosen as the master distributor for the Ford Tools brand in the United States and Canada. Already successful in South America and Europe, K-Tool International plans to launch a full line of Ford Tools in North America beginning Nov. 1. KTI says it is introducing the first phase of Ford
1967 Chevrolet Camaro Chosen As Champion ‘King Of The Road’
A gleaming, custom-green 1967 Chevrolet Camaro used as a daily driver by a Jacksonville, Fla., enthusiast is the grand-prize winner of the Champion Spark Plug brand’s “King of the Road” contest. Tim Kowalchick’s Champion-powered Camaro led the voting in the final round of the 10-week contest, which encouraged consumers to enter and select their favorite
Veyance Technologies Expands Hydraulics Product Line, Adds Pre-Made Air Brake Hose Assemblies
Veyance Technologies Inc., manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products, announces the addition of pre-made air brake hose assemblies to its hydraulics product line. These assemblies complement Veyance’s existing air brake hoses and hose adapters, offering customers the full assembly for the first time. The new air brake hose assemblies deliver high-quality hoses, great fit and durability and
Tech Tip: Cadillac TSB Warns Of Front Brake Hose Fitting Corrosion
General Motors has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2007 model year Cadillac CTS vehicles originally sold or currently registered in states that use road salt or deicers.
Flexzilla Hose Wins Innovation Award
Flexzilla Pro Water Hose by Legacy Manufacturing Co. was a winner for product innovation in the 2013 Product Showcase at AAPEX 2013. The hose’s unique design allows for the ends of the hose to be replaced in the field if they are dysfunctional or worn.
When Should Hoses Be Replaced?
Before they fail is the short answer. The long answer is it depends on the type of hose, the age of the vehicle and the application. Today’s cooling hoses, fuel line hoses, vacuum and emissions hoses, PS hoses, A/C hoses and brake hoses are all very durable and long-lived, but they don’t last forever. There are no factory recommended service intervals for any type of hose, but all automakers do recommend inspecting hoses when normal maintenance or repairs are performed.
What DOT Really Means: Brake Hose Inspection And Replacement
Brake hoses are the most government-regulated components on a vehicle. Anyone making brake assemblies must be registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT). All aftermarket hose, fittings and complete hoses must conform to FMVSS 106 and SAE J1401. These tests are demanding and often exceed what a vehicle will see in the real world.
Goodyear Tires Chosen For 2014 Silverado, Sierra Trucks
General Motors Corp. has selected a variety of Goodyear tires as original equipment fitments for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models, which are among the most popular trucks available in North America.
Plews & Edelmann Introduces 49 New Power Steering Hoses
Plews, Inc., dba Plews & Edelmann recently introduced 49 new power steering hoses to its category of power steering hoses and repair kits. These new power steering hoses bring coverage to an additional nine million registered vehicles on the road today.
Brembo Chosen For 2014 Chevrolet Corvette
Brembo has announced it is the brake of choice for the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette, making its world debut this week at the North American International Auto Show. Brembo will be providing calipers and discs and assembling those components into full corners at its newly expanded Homer, Mich., operations.