http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/Maintenance+%26+Repair/Article/list/41830 News & Analysis of issues and trends concerning the independent repair sector. Coverage includes legal issues, repair information accessibility, analysis of key players in the service industry. 2009-11-21T11:32:19Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Menkes-Automotive-rises-to-the-top-of-the-countrys/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643245?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 When Vernie Menke used to wander out to his father's shop behind his childhood home, he knew he wanted to work in an automotive shop for the rest of his life. But when he walked into his first job at Paul Fischer Performance Shop in 1970, his views all changed. Yes, he still wanted to be in a shop, but this was different. The shop was pristine. It was spotless and organized ? just how Menke knew a good automotive repair shop should be run. 2009-11-21T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643245/menke-flash-260_flash.gif HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Certified-Automotive-uses-technology-to-get-its-me/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643126?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Gene Morrill might be one of the few shop owners in the country who encourages his technicians to log onto Yahoo! Messenger during work. But utilizing technology in a multitude of ways helped the shop land in second on the top 10 Motor Age Top Shops in 2009. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643126/certified-flash-260_flash.gif HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/InstallerNet-database-offers-telematics-access-for/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643048?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Fleet managers and users of telematics services now can easily access location data for on-board diagnostic (OBDII) ports on thousands of vehicles, thanks to a comprehensive database service from InstallerNet. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643048null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Engine-Repower-Council-sets-up-Facebook-presence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643050?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Engine Repower Council has turned to the social networking site, Facebook, as another means to educate motorists about the benefits of remanufactured/rebuilt engines. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643050null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Equipment-and-Tool-Institute-launches-TPMS-study/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642759?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) is continuing to assist members in bringing new and improved equipment and tools to the marketplace, and is launching its second Market Research Study to cover Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and specific questions on the growing trend of the OEMs to equip vehicles with telematics solutions. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642759null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-expands-hybrid-coverage-in-new-software-bu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642758?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Snap-on?s latest software upgrade, Bundle 9.4, delivers the most powerful diagnostic capabilities in the industry today with advanced technology such as hybrid/energy system control coverage for the major hybrid vehicles on the road today, including Toyota Prius, Camry and Highlander, Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, Saturn Vue and Aura, Lexus GS, LS and RX, and Mazda Tribute. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642758null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Auto-transportation-CEOs-form-Electrification-Coal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642385?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 More than a dozen business leaders -- including Carlos Ghosn, President & CEO of Nissan Motor Company; David W. Crane, President & CEO of NRG Energy; and Frederick W. Smith, Chairman, President & CEO of FedEx Corporation -- converged to form the Electrification Coalition. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642385null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Three-CARS-attendees-win-with-Toyotas-Techstream-L/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642352?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Toyota has introduced a new Techstream Lite Diagnostic Kit, developed to make factory level Toyota Techstream Diagnostics more affordable. Demos of the new system were available at the recent CARS Expo in Las Vegas, and attendees were encouraged to enter a drawing to win one of three Techstream Lite Diagnostic Kits. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642352null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Rotary-Lift-Revolution-Lift-featured-on-Cool-Tools/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641967?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Revolution Lift RFP9 four-post lift will be featured in an episode of the DIY network program "Cool Tools" during prime time on Thanksgiving. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641967null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-Business-Solutions-opens-new-facility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641948?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 One gigabyte. That's how much data is processed every second through Snap-on Incorporated's fiberwires, which amounts of to billions of page views per month. Snap-on Business Solutions, the tool company's technology arm, celebrated continued growth with the opening of a new facility last week in Richfield, Ohio. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641948null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Redline-offers-aftermarket-service-light-reset-pro/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641971?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Redline Detection has introduced the "Lights Out" service light reset solutions guide for Mercedes Benz for the global automotive aftermarket. The Lights Out guide provides automotive technicians with step-by-step directions to quickly and easily reset the maintenance alert on nearly every Mercedes Benz model on the market today. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641971null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Fleet-managers-to-purchase-nearly-4-million-hybrid/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641876?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Hybrid electric vehicles represent a growing percentage of total vehicle purchases by corporate and government fleets around the world, as fleet managers strive to reduce both the costs and the carbon footprints of their cars, vans, buses and trucks. According to a recent report from Pike Research, cumulative sales of hybrid vehicles in the fleet sector will total nearly 4 million worldwide between 2009 and 2015. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641876null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/DENSO-DuPont-Automotive-co-develop-eco-resin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641732?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The plant-derived resin radiator end tank, which can be found in some 2009 Toyota Camrys, has just earned the Most Innovative Use of Plastics award in the Environment Category from the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Automotive Division for Toyota and partners DENSO and DuPont Automotive. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641732null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Honeywell-covering-training-in-three-new-courses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641684?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Honeywell Consumer Products Group (CPG) is making a name for itself as a resource for technicians, service advisors and distributors looking for repair and maintenance information. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641684null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Toyota-expands-service-support-for-independent-rep/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641773?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) has released new service resources for the independent repair community, which the company says improves upon the Toyota/Lexus/Scion technical information Web site, with new functionality. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641773null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Purolator-updates-catalogs-for-techs-use/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641262?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Purolator announces that the 2009 catalogs for its professional installer oil and air filtration lines have been updated with a host of new details. Especially designed to enhance the efficiency and productivity of parts professionals and technicians, the updates will make it faster and easier to select the correct automotive oil and air filters. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641262null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ohio-Technical-College-donates-125000-in-scholarsh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641419?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Ohio Technical College (OTC) has donated $125,000 in scholarships to high school students who participated in the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge National Championship during the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, recently held in Las Vegas. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641419null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-teams-up-with-Carbon-Motors-to-develop-Pol/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641423?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Snap-on has partnered with Carbon Motors, a new homeland security company, to help develop service strategies for the first-ever purpose-built law enforcement patrol vehicle. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641423null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Express-Lube-earns-national-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640998?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 San Antonio-based Express Lube has been awarded the President's Award within the Automotive Oil Change Industry by high performance lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640998null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SOMS-announces-pilot-fleet-program-with-TruGreen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641030?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 SOMS Technologies, LLC, developer and manufacturer of the microGreen Extended Performance Oil Filter, has announced that a pilot testing program is under way with TruGreen, which has been using the microGreen Extended Performance Oil Filter on its vehicles. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641030null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Belle-Tire-implements-heightened-employee-training/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641052?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Belle Tire, which has 80 locations across Michigan and Ohio, is offering advanced training for its technicians. Saying that the educational opportunity is ?unlike any other offered by retailers in the area,? the company?s classes are being conducted by Master ASE Technician Larry Bluford, who has more than 30 years of experience in automotive service. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641052null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/DENSO-revamps-compressor-program-for-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640577?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 In an effort to meet customer requirements, DENSO substantially improved its First Time Fit® automotive air conditioning compressor program. The company converted its remanufactured compressors to coreless, providing an attractive compliment to its existing factory new offering.  2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640577null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Repair-shop-seminar-outlines-bank-cards-compliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640664?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will host its final educational program for the year, "BankCard Secrets Revealed...Plus, New PCI Compliance Requirements: What Are They and Do You Have To Do It?," Dec. 1 at Master Collision in Plymouth, Minn., and Dec. 3 at the PPG Training Center in Edina, Minn. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640664null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SAKOR-Technologies-offers-educational-version-of-h/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640655?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 SAKOR Technologies, Inc., has announced the availability of a specially designed educational version of its HybriDyne Hybrid Vehicle Test System. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640655null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Four-Seasons-rewards-techs-for-signing-up-for-e-ne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640573?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Four Seasons ?Cool It? Sweepstakes offered service providers and professional technicians an opportunity to win one of several great prizes for simply signing up to receive The Four Seasons Standard e-newsletter. Both existing and new e-newsletter recipients were eligible to win a prize. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640573null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Road-testing-a-good-plan-but-protect-your-shop-fir/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640576?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Road testing your customer?s vehicle after completing service and repair work is generally considered to be a good idea, for many reasons. Obviously it?s very important to verify the quality of your work to ensure customer satisfaction. However, validating the safety of the vehicle after work is complete can also help reduce your liability risks. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640576null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/A-healthy-mix-of-new-traditional-media-needed-for-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639977?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 About 20 years ago, most people didn't even know what an e-mail address was. Now, it's an essential part of doing business, says Todd Hayes, founder of autoshopanswers.com, who addressed attendees Friday at the NACE/CARS exhibition. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639977null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Vehicle-Service-Group-up-and-running/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639842?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Vehicle Service Group (VSG), a new holding company announced by Dover Industrial Products in May 2009, is up and running. VSG combines Rotary Lift and Chief Automotive Technologies, along with six other leading global brands of vehicle lifts and service equipment: Forward Lift, Direct Lift, Revolution, Hanmecson, nogra and Blitz. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639842null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Gates-discusses-serpentine-belt-diagnostics/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639844?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 At least one in five vehicles requires a new belt, according to the Car Care Council. And with more than 240 million vehicles on the road, that leaves plenty of opportunity for sales in the repair bay. 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639844null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+Industry+Week/Activant-catalog-added-to-ASA-Tire-Systems-softwar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639338?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Tire dealers and repair shops using TireMaster business management software will have a means to access a comprehensive auto parts catalog, thanks to Activant's Integrated Service Estimator (ISE). 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/452009/639338null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Diagnosing-hard-start-complaints-begins-with-findi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641562?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 For years, contemporary wisdom said to let the spark jump ¼ inch, and if you had that much spark, it was enough. But spark can jump that far in sea-level air pressure and still not have enough pop. Finding the spark is the place to start with hard starts. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641562null XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Mitchell-1-gathers-complete-customer-profiles-thro/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637134?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 With tough economic times still in the forecast, an independent repair shop?s ability to sell profitable maintenance work is a key component to their business survival. But how do they make the transition from just fixing broken vehicles to maximizing maintenance sales with each customer visit? 2009-10-29T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/637134null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Lights-On-For-Safety-event-helps-hundreds-of-Minne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636829?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Early this month, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) held its 15th annual Lights On For Safety event, during which volunteers and automotive technical students conducted a free inspection and replacement of exterior vehicle light bulbs for the motoring public. 2009-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636829null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Purolator-educating-techs-advisors-and-the-public-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636437?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Purolator is helping technicians and service advisors explain to customers better the company?s two grades of oil filters ? the premium Purolator PureONE and the Purolator Classic oil filter ? as vehicle maintenance becomes more of a premium for some consumers. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636437null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/OTC-extends-Pegysis-offerings-with-new-J-Kits/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636432?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 OTC, an SPX® Brand, extends its Pegisys diagnostic platform with the release of its new J Kits that bundle the latest technician-requested software and hardware enhancements. The new technology now is included with every Pegisys purchase. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636432null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Light-trucks-overpopulate-passenger-cars/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636514?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Experian Automotive has announced new analysis that has shown the number of light trucks on the road in the U.S. is more than that of passenger cars. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/442009/636514null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/The-future-of-scan-tools-could-be-changing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636352?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 ORLANDO ? You probably use scan tools in your shop on a daily basis, and Charlie Gorman as a few ideas of what you might expect to use in the future. Gorman, chairman of the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF), laid out a couple of future predictions during his lunch presentation at the WORLDPAC Supplier & Training Expo. The predictions tie closely to two committees within NASTF ? the Service Information Committee and the Equipment and Tool Committee. 2009-10-24T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/636352null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Auto-repair-chain-keeps-children-warm-this-winter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635962?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 An estimated 39 percent of children living in the U.S. come from families with incomes below the poverty level, according to the National Center for Children in Poverty. Each year, thousands of these children face blustery, cold winters without coats, boots or even hats and gloves. But, people can lend a helping hand this year by participating in Merlin's Snug Hugs for Kids? Winter Clothing Drive. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635962null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/GM-partners-with-Autonet-Mobile/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635939?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Autonet Mobile and GM are creating the connected car. Autonet Mobile, the world's first WiFi hotspot certified for vehicles, is now a GM official licensed product for Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC automobiles. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635939null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Motor-oil-has-rich-past-before-you-pour-it-into-en/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636259?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 ORLANDO ? There?s a lot that goes into that oil that you?re using in today?s vehicles long before you pour it into an engine in they shop. Five oil company leaders told those who use their oils on a daily basis just what goes into being factory-approved as well as staying ahead of oil technologies during WORLDPAC?s oil panel at its first supplier training and expo Friday in Orlando. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/636259null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ford-U-of-M-work-to-accelerate-future-hybrid-vehic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635918?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Ford Motor Company and the University of Michigan are working together on a new project to accelerate the development of future hybrid vehicles. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635918null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Mitchell-1-DIY-CARQUEST-sign-Internet-agreement/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635538?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Mitchell 1 has signed an Internet affiliate agreement between its Mitchell 1 DIY program (aka eAutoRepair.net) for automotive do-it-yourselfers and CARQUEST, a premier supplier of automotive replacement products, accessories, supplies and equipment. Under the terms of the agreement, CARQUEST will display the Mitchell 1 logo on its Web site with a direct link to the Mitchell1DIY.com Web site. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635538null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ohio-Technical-College-goes-old-school-with-restor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635541?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Ohio Technical College is starting a new program for any techs who have a passion for restoration. OTC offers a 72-week, all-inclusive Classic Car Restoration program combining the historical significance and time-honored methods of classic car restoration with modern technology used in automotive and auto body technician training. 2009-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635541null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/ARC-Specialties-Lincoln-Electric-host-Robotics-sem/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635357?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Automated manufacturing systems company ARC Specialties will host a robotics seminar along with Lincoln Electric Automation Division. Applied Automation: Robots in Manufacturing is the second installment in a series of technical seminars held at ARC Specialties' main U.S headquarters in Houston, Dec. 9 and 10. 2009-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635357null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Remy-signs-hybrid-contract-with-six-automakers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635076?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Remy International Inc., formerly Delco Remy, has signed contracts with six automakers to deliver electric drive motors for electric and hybrid vehicles. 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635076null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-joins-EcoCAR-Challenge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635092?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Snap-on Inc. has teamed up with EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge, a collegiate competition focused on the development of innovative technologies for the next generation of low emission, fuel efficient vehicles. 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/432009/635092null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/NAPA-Brakes-promotion-gets-cars-road-ready-for-fal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634696?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 NAPA Brakes is now offering "road ready" savings on every qualifying brake job performed during the month of October. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/634696null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Green-Grease-challenges-industry-to-help-special-n/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634499?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Green Grease is challenging the automotive industry to a call to action for support of the Dwarf Athletic Association of America (DAAA). 2009-10-16T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/634499null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Continental-takes-flight-with-new-airport-ground-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634503?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 For tire dealers plying the aviation tarmac trade, Continental's new ContiRV20 "is supplying a new benchmark for airport ground service industrial tires," reports marketing director Martin Burdorf. 2009-10-16T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/634503null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Japanese-automakers-increase-American-investments/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634469?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Japanese automakers increased investment in the U.S. by more than $1 billion in 2008 to a total of $33.67 billion, according to a new report, "Contributing to the Future of the American Automobile Industry," published by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA). 2009-10-16T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/634469null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/MOOG-helping-boost-chassis-opportunities-with-hund/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634135?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Federal-Mogul Corporation is helping aftermarket distributors, jobbers and service providers maximize the growth of their chassis businesses through the addition of hundreds of new MOOG replacement steering and suspension products. 2009-10-15T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/634135null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/United-Recyclers-Group-Lonegan-Snow-launch-online-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633717?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The United Recyclers Group has announced the launch of "URG Auction," a new online auto salvage auction service that is user-friendly, and designed to help the auto insurance industry improve profitability. 2009-10-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/633717null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Prundocom-launches-repair-shop-portal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633671?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Prundo.com has launched its auto repair shop portal, which allows all auto repair shops to share their shop details and coupons, special offers/deals with their targeted customers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 2009-10-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/633671null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Drivability/The-engine-doctor-will-see-you-now/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633297?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The miss was just barely apparent at idle. As soon as the throttle plate was opened, even slightly, the miss went away. Out on the road, the engine performed perfectly at any speed, under any load. The culprit turned out to be a burnt exhaust valve on the rear bank of this Chrysler minivan causing just a slight loss of compression, but I didn't find it until I had nearly exhausted all other possibilities. 2009-10-13T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/633297null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Drivability/Maintaining-engine-health/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633346?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Taking care of engines starts with verifying the engine's overall health. It's an easy way to lead into misfire diagnosis and troubleshooting engine performance problems that have no related codes recorded. 2009-10-12T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/422009/633346null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-promotion-offers-big-torque-in-small-place/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632725?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Tech who buy Snap-on's 44-piece 6-point 1/4-inch drive general service set (144TMPB) will receive the company's 22-piece 6-point 3/8-inch drive metric set (222AFSMP) at no charge. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/632725null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Automotive-Industry-Action-Group-honors-NIST-with-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632728?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) will present the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) with its highest honor, the 2009 AIAG Chairman's Award. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/632728null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/RepairPal-launches-site-to-compare-service-prices/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632760?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 RepairPal has launched the only online source of complete pricing information for scheduled maintenance services for the top 40 makes of cars, including the additional services that are most frequently recommended by technicians and manufacturers. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/632760null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/NASTF-panel-looks-to-the-future/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632358?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) will offer a look down the road for attendees of the NASTF General Meeting, Nov. 3, in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Room South Pacific C. 2009-10-08T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/632358null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Recyclers-Group-sees-opportunity-in-Greenleaf-acqu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632373?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Representing the nation's independent auto recyclers and consolidators, United Recyclers Group sees new opportunities for their members to grow and expand with the recent announcement that LKQ Corporation has acquired Greenleaf Auto Recyclers, LLC, from Schnitzer Steel Industries (SSI). 2009-10-08T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/632373null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/JASPER-conducts-transmission-submersion-testing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/631417?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 JASPER Engines & Transmissions has created a transmission submersion test to check assembled units for leaks before they are dynamometer tested. 2009-10-06T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/631417null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/New-Elgin-tire-center-expands-Pep-Boys-Chicago-pre/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/631517?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Pep Boys has established a new tire and auto service operation in Elgin, Ill. The facility on Summit Street, which opened its doors on Sept. 30, encompasses more than 6,200 square feet with eight service bays. 2009-10-06T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/412009/631517null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/AASP-MN-helps-reach-out-to-neighborhood-auto-profe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/631197?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) has launched a campaign called, "Get to Know Your Neighborhood Auto Repair Pro" to promote the benefits of doing business with independent auto repair shops. 2009-10-05T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/631197null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Events/Bosch-director-to-highlight-shop-tips-during-AAPEX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/631116?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Robert Bosch LLC announces that Warren Suter, director, Product Management, Engine Systems Group, will be a featured expert on the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) panel addressing the ?Future of Electronic Engine Management Systems: Successful Shop Preparation.? 2009-10-05T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/631116null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Financial/US-EPA-Region-2-awards-12-million-to-reduce-diesel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630729?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $1.2 million to replace 51 older delivery trucks with diesel-electric hybrid trucks certified to EPA?s 2007 diesel standards. Under an application by the not for profit organization, CALSTART, the trucks, which belong to three previously identified truck fleets operating within New York and New Jersey and will improve regional air quality. 2009-10-02T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630729null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Quaker-State-finds-worlds-worst-commute/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630843?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Kimberly Hanson, of Salt Springs, Fla. was chosen by three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson as the winner of Quaker State's World's Worst Commute Contest. 2009-10-02T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630843null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Free-engine-misfires-seminar-scheduled/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630273?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Technicians Service Training sponsor Automotive Test Solutions is sponsoring a Diagnosing Engine Misfires Webcast, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. The instructor is Jerry "G" Truglia. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630273null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Which-antifreeze-is-right-for-the-vehicles-you-ser/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630165?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Remember the old days when antifreeze was antifreeze? No matter which brand you chose, the color was green and the formula was glycol-based and contained silicates as corrosion inhibitors. You mixed the antifreeze 50/50 with water and poured it in the radiator. As the engine operated, the antifreeze would perform its primary duties of carrying heat to the radiator, preventing freezing (hence the name) and protecting against corrosion in the cooling system. Simply change the antifreeze at the prescribed service interval and life was simple. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630165/underhood_flash.gif XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Automotive-Training-Managers-Council-restructures/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630275?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Automotive Training Managers Council's (ATMC) fall meeting in Atlanta marked the organization's 25th anniversary and a milestone as the leadership announced a new structure and governance for the group. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630275null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Wells-Manufacturing-launches-Web-site-to-help-diag/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630256?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Technical Services team at Wells Manufacturing, L.P. has launched the automotive service industry?s first free comprehensive, Web-based diagnostic guide covering every popular ABS (anti-lock brake system) trouble code on domestic, Asian and European vehicles manufactured since 1996. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630256null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Putting-time-and-money-into-older-vehicles/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630176?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 My spare ride is a 1980 model Ford pickup with a 300 straight six. While I enjoy tinkering with cars and trucks at work with my students, having to fix one of my own when it breaks is like having to repair the lawn mower when it's time to cut the grass. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630176null XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/More-studies-of-advanced-diagnostics/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630173?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Welcome back for part two of advanced circuit diagnostics. We are going to take a look at some live scope captures taken from circuit defects installed on a test board. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630173/scope_flash.gif XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Troubleshooting-power-windows/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630171?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 A window that won't roll back up is not the only power window complaint you may face. Other common faults are windows that only move partially through their travel before grinding to a halt, work in one direction only or no longer respond to their auto up/down feature. A few simple checks, however, can often quickly and successfully locate the cause of these common problems. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630171/electrical_flash.gif XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Parking-brakes-are-necessities-on-some-vehicles-as/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630174?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 For many drivers, parking brakes are an afterthought — if they're thought of — and that's not good. This too-often overlooked system serves an important purpose. That purpose has nothing to do with emergencies; banish the term "emergency brake" from your vocabulary! The parking brake is there to keep a stopped car where the driver put it, either by itself or backing up the transmission. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630174/undercar_flash.gif XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Technical/Determining-the-missing-elements-in-misfires/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630169?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Misfires are a common drivability issue. If the misfire rate exceeds the programmed threshold, the Engine Control Module (ECM) will record the problem and turn on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). Misfires occur when the combustion process is not as it should be. Any factor, therefore, that affects this process is suspect when it comes to diagnosis. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630169/drivability_flash.gif XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Superchips-receives-CARBEPA-certification-for-gas-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629929?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Superchips announces that it has received certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for a wide range of Ford, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler gasoline-powered vehicles. The receipt of CARB Executive Orders means the products comply with CARB standards to be 50-state emissions legal. 2009-09-30T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/629929null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Mitchell-1s-On-Demand-features-Google-language-tra/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630012?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Google recently unveiled a feature that allows users to translate documents into 42 languages when they install the latest version of the Google toolbar from www.toolbar.google.com. 2009-09-30T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/630012null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SPX-Bartec-announce-product-partnership/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629682?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 SPX Service Solutions and Bartec USA have formed a joint product development and distribution partnership for the purpose of innovating, developing and distributing Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) tools under the SPX patented TPMS tool technology. 2009-09-29T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/629682null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Bendix-issues-fraud-alert-concerning-fake-checks/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629532?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix CVS) and Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC are warning their employees, customers and other consumers about a business financing scam that has appropriated the companies' identities. 2009-09-28T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/402009/629532null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/GM-chooses-Chrome-for-accessory-sales/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629093?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Automotive data manager Chrome Systems Inc., has been chosen by GM to provide a fully integrated accessories solution for dealers across the United States. This comprehensive and cost-effective digital marketing solution provides GM dealers with industry-leading functionality to increase their accessory sales and profitability, the company states. 2009-09-25T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/629093null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Web-site-pulls-together-new-pulley-technology-info/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628957?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 A comprehensive new Web site reportedly can help automotive parts professionals and technicians avoid expensive comebacks associated with the use of the wrong alternator pulley technology on late-model vehicles. 2009-09-25T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628957null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Cambridge-Ontario-Meineke-owners-named-Franchisees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629089?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 David and Crystal Wood, franchise owners of two Meineke Car Care Centers located in Cambridge and Kitchener, Ontario, were honored Sept. 15 by the International Franchise Association (IFA) as 2009 "Franchisees of the Year." 2009-09-25T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/629089null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Purolator-offers-tips-for-educating-DIYers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628927?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Educating do-it-yourselfers will be essential in assuring a viable future for automotive DIY maintenance and repair, according to David Sholtis, vice president for Filtration Americas, a business unit of Robert Bosch LLC. 2009-09-25T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628927null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Governments-urged-to-retrofit-vehicles-before-buyi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628744?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Before municipalities and government agencies spend hundreds of millions of dollars on hybrid vehicles, they should consider retrofitting their current vehicles with state-of-the art hydraulic braking and propulsion systems, according to Sam Jones, president of Recaptured Energy Technologies. 2009-09-24T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628744null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-toolboxes-featured-on-Discovery-Science-Ch/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628732?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Learn how Snap-on toolboxes are made when Discovery's Science Channel airs a special "How it's Made" episode featuring the popular rolling red Snap-on toolbox Oct. 2 at 9 p.m. 2009-09-24T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628732null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/EPA-weighs-new-use-conditions-for-CO2-as-refrigera/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628382?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is looking at possible new criteria for the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) as a vehicle refrigerant, which is a controversial yet logical step in the air-conditioning category. 2009-09-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628382null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/South-Dade-Senior-High-Schools-ASENATEF-certified-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628393?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 LeRoy Owens, Automotive Technology instructor of the South Dade Senior High School, recently shared a message of satisfaction with ShowMeTheParts.com over the school's use of the online catalog. 2009-09-23T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/392009/628393null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/JASPER-names-preferred-partners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/627746?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Jasper Engines & Transmissions, of Jasper, Ind., has named its Preferred Partners of 2008. The recipients of the award are Enginetech Inc., Raytech-Allomatic Products, Elgin Industries, Grant Iron and Motors, Melling Automotive Products, Mahle-Clevite and Sonnax Industries. 2009-09-21T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/627746null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ford-recognizes-BADA-as-preferred-supplier/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/627423?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Ford Motor Company presented its Q1 Award to the BADA division of Hennessy Industries, Inc., in ceremonies at the company's Bowling Green, Ky., plant on Sept. 3. 2009-09-18T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/627423null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Engine-Repower-Council-helps-shops-promote-Fall-Ca/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/627117?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Engine Repower Council (ERC) is offering free consumer informational brochures to help service technicians communicate the advantages and benefits of engine repowering to their customers. 2009-09-17T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/627117null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/TRW-announces-up-to-50-percent-weight-reduction-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626962?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. is presenting its latest passenger and curtain airbag modules designed to reduce weight by up to 50 percent compared with previous generations and provide several further advantages. The weight saving has been achieved by using advanced materials and production processes in addition to optimizing the design of the module. 2009-09-17T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626962null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/smart-USA-launches-online-store/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/627121?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 smart USA Distributor LLC announced today that it has launched www.smartUSAgearstore.com, a new e-commerce store that features the official smart USA branded merchandise collection, which includes smart T-shirts, jackets, hats, key chains, model cars and other merchandise. 2009-09-17T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/627121null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/The-truth-about-retreads/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626249?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Retreaded tires have always boasted quality, but now, more than ever their adjustment rate can be as low as or lower than comparable new tires, says Harvy Brotsky, managing director of the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB). 2009-09-15T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626249null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/RMA-registers-opposition-to-proposed-NHTSA-tire-la/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626139?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Tire manufacturers are objecting to a proposed federal tire labeling system that ?takes the guesswork out of buying the best tires for your vehicle,? according U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. ?Our proposal would let consumers look at a single label and compare a tire?s overall performance as it relates to fuel economy, safety and durability.? 2009-09-15T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626139null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/Ohio-Technical-College-celebrates-40th-anniversary/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626169?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 A lot has changed in the world of automotive technology since 1969, with V8 muscle cars making way for high-tech hybrids and the days of do-it-yourself repairs being replaced by professional technician service. The same holds true for leading automotive school Ohio Technical College, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a premier provider of hands-on technical training. 2009-09-15T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626169null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ascot-Supply-promotes-Haweka-wheel-balancer-toolin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626109?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Ascot Supply Corporation, a buying group for the tire supply industry, announced the addition of Haweka balancer adapters to their existing line of tire and wheel service equipment. 2009-09-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626109null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Company-launches-Expedia-for-auto-repairs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/626111?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 A new, free Web site, www.prundo.com, has been recently launched to help its registered users save money on their auto repairs. The patent-pending Web site includes tools to help its registered members in deciding where to take their cars for maintenance and repairs. 2009-09-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/382009/626111null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Valvoline-acquires-eight-locations-in-Texas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625864?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchising, Inc. has eight new franchise locations in central Texas, recently acquired by Earl and Brenda McGoldrick, owners of McGoldrick Enterprises, a locally owned and operated business. 2009-09-14T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/372009/625864null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Networkfleet-works-with-California-fleet-to-lower-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625519?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 Networkfleet will provide Sonoma County, Calif., with its patented diagnostic and GPS tracking system to reduce fuel costs and lower greenhouse emissions for the county's fleet of 1,000 vehicles. 2009-09-11T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/372009/625519null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Car-Care-Guides-available-for-your-Fall-Car-Care-M/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/624920?contextCategoryId=41830&ref=25 The Car Care Council says that now is the time to start planning for Fall Car Care Month activities, and that means ordering copies of the Car Care Guide for the October event. 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/data/articlestandard/motorage/372009/624920null HTML