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ProDemand update adds lift point quick links
May 27, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The latest software release of ProDemand auto repair information from Mitchell 1 includes a new Quick Link for tire information and lifting points that combines essential information to help technicians work safely and efficiently. “ProDemand has made proper vehicle lifting…

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ALI unveils updated website
May 27, 2020 by Allan Janssen

  In keeping with its mission to promote the safe design, construction, installation, service, inspection, and use of vehicle lifts, the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) has updated its website, autolift.org, to provide more resources to lift owners, operators, installers, inspectors…

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Exide files for bankruptcy protection, goes on the block
May 26, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Exide Technologies has filed for protection against creditors in preparation for sale. According to the Exide website, the company has announced “a comprehensive strategy to best position its businesses in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific to benefit its employees, customers,…

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Platform matches laid off workers with automotive employers
May 26, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has partnered with executive search firm APA Search to match automotive employers with people who have lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. They have launched a free platform, based on…

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Cloyes invests in new engine test system
May 22, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Cloyes has invested in a new RMC-ETS100 dynamic engine test system, designed to help it produce high-quality timing system products. The system is being used for durability tests as well as pulse width modulation to test variable valve timing (VVT)…

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VL Com releases update for AB Magic
May 22, 2020 by Allan Janssen

VL Communications has released a new update of its AB Magic software for auto repair shop management. The company says the new update – 2020.018 – is part of a mandate to constantly innovate and develop ever more effective tools…

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Delphi recognized for cataloguing excellence
May 21, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Delphi Technologies has received the ACES and PIES Data Award for Large Catalogues from the ACPN (Automotive Content Professionals Network), a community of the Auto Care Association. The award was presented to Delphi for the accuracy of its electronic catalogue…

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Dana launches real-time order management
May 20, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Dana Inc. has developed a dynamic order management and information exchange for its aftermarket customers at DanaAftermarket.com. Available 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week, the e-commerce platform and global e-catalogue provides Dana customers with real-time ordering, processing, and product attribute data. “The DanaAftermarket.com e-commerce…

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Dennis Letham named Tenneco chairman
May 20, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The board of directors of Tenneco Inc. has appointed Dennis J. Letham as its new chairman. Letham who had formerly been the lead independent director, succeeds Gregg M. Sherrill, who served as non-executive chairman of the board since 2018, and…

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Dan Griffin to lead global aftermarket for Dana Inc.
May 19, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Dana Incorporated has announced an expanded leadership role for Dan Griffin. As senior director, aftermarket and digital solutions, Griffin will lead Dana’s global aftermarket business units and will be responsible for operations, sales and marketing, product planning, e-commerce, data analytics,…

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ASW Conversations: John Fisher on adapting to working online
May 18, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Auto Service World · 009 John Fisher on adapting to working online   The bulk of John Fisher’s job used to be done on the road. Now the regional sales manager for UAP-NAPA spends most of his time on the…

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Recent events may accelerate ‘near-sourcing’ trend: panel
May 13, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The outsourcing movement may have been disrupted by recent tariff disputes, but the coronavirus may actually reverse the flow.