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AAE reman steering rack now offered
January 7, 2019 by Adam Malik

CRP Automotive announced the addition of AAE Remanufactured Steering Racks for Chevrolet, Ford, and Toyota applications to its offerings. These new items include electronic power steering (EPS) racks for 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2012-2017 Buick Verano (CRP P/N ER1015) and 2011-2014…

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VDO Roadlog now compatible with Apple products
January 4, 2019 by Adam Malik

Continental’s VDO RoadLog Office Solo ELD (electronic logging device) software is now compatible with Apple computers and laptops. Customers can now perform USB key synchronization modern Apple devices with macOS Sierra (version 10.12 or higher), Apple Computer’s Mac OSX operating…

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New Pentospeed oil for European vehicles
January 4, 2019 by Adam Malik

Three new Pentospeed application specific motor oils are now available from CRP Automotive. The 0W-20 synthetics cover more than three million BMW, Volvo and Volkswagen vehicles: Pentospeed LL-14 – BMW approved for Spec. LL-14; Pentospeed VCC – Volvo approved for…

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Seaforth Automotive joins Ideal Supply family
January 3, 2019 by Adam Malik

Ideal Supply has bought fellow NAPA jobber Seaforth Automotive and Industrial Supply. The deal was made in mid-December but announced just after the new year. Seaforth is a NAPA Auto Parts Associate and has been owned by the Wilbee family…

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Feeling stressed at work? You’re not alone
January 2, 2019 by Adam Malik

And it’s leading to increased mental health problems, says HR consulting firm

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‘Soft skills’ lacking in young workers, report finds
December 27, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Canadian Federation of Independent Business concludes that young workers could alleviate Canada’s labour shortage… but they need help.

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Cleaning the Diesel
December 24, 2018 by Jeff Taylor

A good understanding of exhaust after treatment systems and the right tools and information are critical to addressing any diesel issues.

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Most brake pads rust prematurely, so why aren’t they galvanized?
December 22, 2018 by Mark Lavelle

Consumers need greater awareness about the brakes they’re buying

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AASA announces selection committee for new award
December 20, 2018 by Adam Malik

In an effort to push and recognize collaboration and innovation in the aftermarket, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association has added a new award to honour the best. The AASA Channel Excellence Award will be handed out to suppliers and channel…

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Ichan adds Florida repair chain to portfolio
December 20, 2018 by Adam Malik

Ichan Automotive Group – which already owns Pep Boys and AAMCO – has agreed to buy RPM Automotive. With 10 locations in northern Florida, RPM the latest automotive repair and service company to be bought by the company. Ichan now…

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New parts from Mevotech announced
December 20, 2018 by Adam Malik

Fifty new parts have been added to the Mevotech catalogue, expanding coverage of the company’s Supreme and TTX: Terran Tough Xtreme brands. Of the additions, 37 parts feature engineered enhancements for added strength and durability. Supreme added 31 new parts…

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Project to use peer-to-peer influence to complete airbag recalls
December 20, 2018 by Allan Janssen

A first-of-its-kind program will offer people incentives for alerting friends and family about deadly airbags. Carma Project, a newly established peer-to-peer safety platform, has launched the first-ever social program designed exclusively for accelerating consumer response to automotive recalls. The first…