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Pennzoil videos celebrate loud music and louder engines
June 7, 2019 by Renee Montague

The latest in Pennzoil’s “Garage Sessions” series of videos that examines the connection between music and automobiles has now been released. The new video features Atlanta-based rock and roll band Blackberry Smoke. In the video for their song “Run Away…

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OUTATIME? National paper profiles Canadian shop specializing in DeLoreans
June 7, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Scratching your head at the crazy vehicles that limp into your shop? Imagine specializing in one of the most finicky defunct sports cars of all time. That’s where Justin Sookraj, owner of Wells Auto in Milton, Ont. finds himself! His…

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KYB launches online training hub
June 6, 2019 by Renee Montague

Suspension manufacturer KYB has launched an online portal called the Training Hub to provide technical and sales training support for parts and service professionals. The two new modules in the training hub were added to the extensive Knowledge Centre already…

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Predictive analytics firm Pitstop gets $1.5 million in venture capital funding
May 31, 2019 by Renee Montague

Pitstop will receive an injection of $1.5 million in seed funding from a Canadian venture capital fund. The Toronto-based predictive analytics firm says the money will be used to continue to develop a platform that can anticipate vehicle failures before…

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The Group Training Academy expands with new programs
May 29, 2019 by Renee Montague

The Automotive Parts Services Group (collectively known as “the Group”) has introduced new training programs, including courses on hybrids, anti-theft systems, and European schematics. There are also business management courses for shop owners and managers. Members of all levels of experience…

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For-hire drivers fail to respond to vehicle recalls: Consumer Reports
May 28, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Consumer watchdog reports that many ride-hail vehicles have outstanding issues that could cause engine failure, accidents, and car fires.

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EYE SPY: The ravages of time
May 28, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The passing years take an inevitable toll on vehicles. Our latest video offers a glimpse of how vehicle owners sometimes forget to pay the toll!

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Costlier car repairs coming: published report
May 27, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Advance, Auto Zone executives say costs arising from new tariffs can’t help but be passed on to consumers.

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Mahle launches new Facebook page
May 24, 2019 by Renee Montague

Automotive tool and equipment manufacturer Mahle Service Solutions says its new Facebook page gives it the ability to communicate in real-time with its customers. The Facebook page, at www.facebook.com/mahleservicesolutions, was designed to disseminate technical content, product updates, photos, videos, news,…

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We’re on the cusp of an EV boom, analysts agree
May 23, 2019 by Adam Malik

Challenge will fall to repairers to understand the different drivetrain technologies.

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AirSept filter finds air cabin solution, earns patent
May 22, 2019 by Renee Montague

AirSept has been granted a patent for its OEM-approved GM Retrofit Cabin Air Filter. GM built full-size pickup trucks and SUVs are built with a cavity for cabin air filters (CAFs) but no CAFs are installed. “It is impossible to…

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COMMENTARY: Time For An Industry Makeover
May 22, 2019 by Adam Malik

Your customers don’t need a new Johnson Rod. They need a better preventive maintenance strategy!