Schaeffler Group USA Announces New Aftermarket Website
Schaeffler Group USA Inc. recently announced the launch of its new automotive aftermarket website. Complete information on the company’s LuK, INA and FAG brands sold in the U.S. and Canada is available.
OTC Announces the Best of America ‘Cash, Scan & Ride’ Contest Winners
OTC, an SPX Brand, announces the winners of the Best of America ‘Cash, Scan & Ride’ customer contest. Tanvir Arfi, president of SPX Service Solutions Americas, made the announcement during the award ceremony in Richmond, VA, where the winners live.
Four Seasons Announces ‘Cool It’ Sweepstakes
Four Seasons announces its “Cool It” sweepstakes for service providers and professional technicians, running through Sept. 15, 2009. Prizes include a $500 gift certificate to Best Buy, Nintendo Wii Sports Bundles, iPod touches, Garmin 255WT nuvis and Nintendo DS Lites.
Captain Chesley ‘Sully’ Sullenberger to Keynote ASRW Events – NACE and CARS
The Auto Glass Replacement Safety Standards Council (AGRSS) in cooperation with ASA, NACE and CARS has announced that Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger III, the heroic pilot who masterfully landed US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River earlier this year, saving 155 people, will serve as keynote speaker during the Opening General Session.
Dorman Releases 2009 Service Dealer Guide, Volume 1
Dorman Products has announced the release of its 2009 Service Dealer Guide, Volume 1. Since its inception, the Dorman Service Dealer Guide has been successful in increasing awareness of Dorman’s “New to the Aftermarket” products and repair solutions among Independent Service Dealers.
Federal-Mogul Ready to Help Consumers ‘Drive Smart’
Federal-Mogul Corporation will help consumers learn how to increase the reliability and extend the service life of their vehicles through its “Drive Smart Summer Service” campaign, running July 1 through August 31, 2009.
Winning the Business Championship, Made Easy
Several years ago, a friend of mine, who had just retired from Indy Car racing asked me to give a dinner presentation to a group of young race drivers. “Tell them what you learned as a business executive that can help them mount a successful racing effort,” my friend requested. As I thought about it, I realized that while my business career, training and education had taught me a lot about business tactics, management skills and marketing strategies, that same business experience left out the most important training of all: How to build a successful team.
Tech Feature: Oil Pump Technology
Oil pressure is something every engine builder worries about. Low oil pressure or a loss of pressure can cause expensive warranty problems and catastrophic engine failures, neither of which is good for your business. Though the “bigger is better” mentality persists, most engines only need about 10 psi of oil pressure for every 1,000 rpm of engine speed.
New Pig and NASCAR Agree on Official Partnership
New Pig and the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) have announced an exclusive agreement making New Pig the officially licensed Heavy Duty Wipers and Sorbents of NASCAR. As an exclusive automotive partner under the NASCAR Performance brand, New Pig will utilize NASCAR marks and marketing programs, at track, in-store and in related media.
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Awards $16,000 in College Scholarships
For the 13th year, Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper has awarded scholarships to employees and/or their children to assist in their post-high school education. Since the college scholarship program began, more than $200,000 has been dedicated to helping employees and their families continue their education.