DENSO Sales California Releases New 2009 Starter and Alternator Catalog
DENSO Sales California has announced the availability of a new 2009 Starter and Alternator catalog (#SA-CAT-0409) for its First Time Fit Starter and Alternator line. The expanded catalog includes 105 new part numbers, 165 additional product photos and 163 new applications covering more than 10 million additional units in operation (UIO).
‘Cash for Clunkers’ is an Environmental Clunker
As “Cash for Clunkers” legislation moves closer to becoming law, the unintended negative consequences of this radical bill should be of concern to all Americans. The legislation, which in theory is supposed to be environmentally-friendly, would actually increase the amount of pollution generated for years to come.
President Obama Announces Federal Fuel Efficiency Policy
President Barack Obama has announced his national policy for new U.S. vehicle emission standards. California, 13 other states and Washington, D.C., have moved for stricter standards, but this is the first federal standard on greenhouse gas emissions. The Bush administration had rejected California’s request for a waiver to implement its own limits on greenhouse gas emissions.
AAIA Recognizes World Class Technicians
Of the more than 850,000 automotive technicians working in the United States, 17 outstanding individuals have qualified for the AAIA World Class Technician Award, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) announced recently. Each of these professional technicians tested and obtained ASE certification in 22 specialty areas during the 2008 test administrated by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Equus Products, Inc. Sells a Half Million INNOVA 3100 Tools
Equus Products, Inc. announces that the company has reached the 500,000th-piece sale of its INNOVA 3100 CanOBD2 Diagnostic Tool. This product, which quickly took the industry by storm when it debuted in 2002, is believed to be the single best selling on-board diagnostic 2nd generation (OBD2) tool of all time.
Remy Electrical Aftermarket Changes Name to Remy Power Products
Remy Electrical Aftermarket has changed its name to Remy Power Products. The change aims to consolidate all the company’s businesses under one name.
Beck/Arnley Adds 426 New Foreign Nameplate Part Numbers in First Quarter 2009
Beck/Arnley announces it added 426 new part numbers to its line of premium quality, genuine foreign nameplate products in the first quarter of 2009. Beck/Arnley is continuously expanding its catalog to provide aftermarket automotive parts needed by today’s service dealers.
Mitchell 1’s CRM Programs Now Available with Prominent Aftermarket Shop Management Systems
Mitchell 1 announced recently it has opened its Customer Retention Marketing (CRM) programs to work with non-Mitchell 1 management systems, including NAPA TRACS, ALLDATA Service Center, R.O. Writer and others.
Corvette Dream Giveaway Benefits Kids Wish Network
Corvette Dream Giveaway, a Dream Giveaway sweepstakes will benefit children confined to hospitals nationwide. In cooperation with sponsors including, Summit Racing, Moroso Performance, Corvette Central, Paragon Corvettes, Zip Products, Volunteer Vette and many others, Kids Wish Network will be giving away two special Corvettes.
Management: 10 Ways To Recruit New Employees for Your Shop
With the goal of providing you with ideas on the best ways to recruit new employees for your shop, Babcox Research asked a sample of shop owner readers for their input on the topic.