AAIA Announces Expanded Education Program at AAPEX
The suite of education sessions offered by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) at this year’s AAPEX in Las Vegas has been greatly expanded and tailored to aftermarket professionals in all segments of the industry. All sessions will be held in the ….
NASCAR Performance Offers Ultimate Car Make-Over Sweepstakes
While NASCAR fans are watching their favorite NASCAR drivers race to the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, fans are also carefully watching the performance and appearance of their own vehicles. NASCAR Performance, NASCAR’s exclusive Automotive Marketing program, is giving one lucky fan the ultimate vehicle make-over, one which rivals the precision and ….
Industry Review: Bosch Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the Pioneering Anti-Lock Brake System
Bosch is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the pioneering automotive anti-lock braking system (ABS), a landmark contribution to driving safety. Bosch first introduced its first system in 1978. Since Bosch introduced electronically controlled ABS to the automotive market, this groundbreaking technology has become the basis for all modern brake regulating systems. Today, nearly 75 percent
Federated Introduces New Training Initiative to Help Service Providers Improve Profits
Recognizing the importance of running a profitable business while still keeping pace with ever-changing automotive technology, Federated has introduced a new training initiative to provide professional service providers with business management techniques to improve profits and enhance customer satisfaction ….
News Update: Federated Recognizes Supplier Support During Federated 300 in Nashville
Federated enjoyed another successful day at the races at the annual Federated 300 held June 7 in Nashville, entertaining customers and recognizing supplier support during the festivities, according to Rusty Bishop, CEO of Federated Auto Parts. “The Federated 300 is a special event for over 1,200 Federated customers due, in part, to the efforts of
Minneapolis Resident Wins NAPA Trick Truck Award at 20th Hot Rod Nationals
NAPA AUTO PARTS, the Official Auto Parts Store of the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, presented Minneapolis resident Kerra Sass a NAPA Trick Truck award at the 20th Hot Rod Nationals this weekend in Indianapolis for her 1948 Chevy truck ….
Archie Manning to Keynote ASRW Events – NACE and CARS
The Automotive Service Association (ASA), sponsor of the recently created Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), as well as the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), is pleased to announce that Archie Manning, All-American Quarterback and NFL MVP, will be the 2008 keynote speaker at the Opening General Session taking place ….
News: Snap-on Equipment Dedicates New Training Center
Conway, AR — Snap-on Equipment officially dedicated its new Jack D. Michaels Training Center at a ceremony May 8 in honor of Snap-on Incorporated’s Board Chairman and past CEO and President, Jack D. Michaels. The day celebrated Michaels’ contribution to the productivity and innovation that have long been a part of Snap-on Incorporated’s corporate identity.
Traditional Summer Family Vehicle Vacation Better Deal Than Flying
Even if gas prices hit $5 a gallon, the traditional family summer vacation by vehicle costs less, is more convenient and not as stressful as flying, according to the Car Care Council. A family of four traveling by car costs the same as one person traveling by air. Based on a family of four traveling 1,000 miles round-trip, the council compared the cost of flying vs. driving ….
News Update: Pennzoil Offers Active Cleansing Motor Oil
Pennzoil has embarked upon a new brand strategy that makes strong claims about the oil’s ability to help keep a vehicle’s engine clean, and a clean engine’s connection to the driver. The bold new brand initiative is built around the theme of “Feel the Clean.” This new focus on Pennzoil’s active cleansing agents highlights the