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Marx Group merges with Eisbrenner P.R. to form new company
April 24, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Marx Group, a full-service marketing communications agency that does a lot of work in the automotive aftermarket, will merge with Eisbrenner Public Relations, one of the leading public relations firms in the U.S. Midwest. The deal, expected to close this…

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Dodge Darts recalled over rollaway risk
April 23, 2019 by Adam Malik

Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles in North America because a transmission problem could cause them to roll away unexpectedly. The recall covers Dodge Dart compact cars from 2013 through 2016 with six-speed automatic transmissions. The company says…

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Continental enhances support for ContiLifeCycle with new hire
April 23, 2019 by Adam Malik

John Cox joined Continental to enhance process technologies for its ContiLifeCycle retread partners worldwide in the newly-created position of global technical services. “We are partnering with our retread shops around the world to maximize productivity and quality and to drive…

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Category Focus: Engine Parts
April 22, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Recent product announcements from automotive aftermarket tool makers, parts manufacturers and distributors.

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DEI adds Garage Video Series to long list of web media
April 22, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Over 100 videos and more related to heat and sound control solutions for all make and model vehicles now on YouTube.

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Elgin gets top marks from General Motors
April 18, 2019 by Adam Malik

Engine and chassis components maker Elgin Industries earned Platinum Supplier status from the General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales organization. It’s GM’s top supplier award, given to manufacturers that have maintained 100 per cent on-time delivery over the course of…

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Osram names new leader for Canada, U.S.
April 18, 2019 by Adam Malik

Osram Sylvania veteran Joe Verbanic has been named the new managing director for Canada and the U.S. at Sylvania Automotive.  He takes over from Grant Wright, who retired recently. Verbanic has spent 30 years with Osram, 25 of them in…

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Five ways to spot a fake part
April 17, 2019 by Adam Malik

The team at GMB North America is trying to help cut down on counterfeit products. The company created an infographic and provided the following tips to help keep inferior aftermarket parts out of a retailer’s inventory and prevent them from…

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New ACDelco promotion runs through the end of May
April 17, 2019 by Allan Janssen

ACDelco has launched a new chassis and bearings promotion for Canadian auto repair facilities. The promotion, dubbed “Around the Wheel in 60 Days!” focuses on ACDelco Professional and Advantage Chassis parts and Advantage and OE Bearings. By registering and participating,…

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CATEGORY FOCUS: Air Conditioning System
April 17, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Welcome to AutoService World’s Category Focus, looking at recent announcements from automotive aftermarket tool makers, parts manufacturers and distributors.

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New Product: ATE Original Brake Pads from Continental
April 16, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Continental’s ATE Original Brake Pads meet original equipment specifications. Formulated to OE friction specifications and quality-built and tested to meet or exceed OE standards, ATE Original Disc Brake Pads deliver maximum braking power instantly without fade, squeal, or judder. They…

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Mahle moving Service Solutions production
April 16, 2019 by Adam Malik

In an effort to spur development of next-gen repair shops and diagnostic equipment, Mahle Service Solutions is partnering with the company’s Engine Components business and moving production from York, Pa., to a shared facility in St. Johns, Mich. Mahle said…