Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) have reached an agreement on the supply under license of hybrid technology used in the Toyota Prius. Leveraging this agreement, Mazda plans to combine the hybrid system with its next-generation SKY…
Mahle Clevite Inc. recently added a new course on Victor Reinz gaskets to its eLearning curriculum. The new course covers the features and benefits of Victor Reinz gaskets and offers automotive and engine-rebuilding professionals the necessary tools to master sealing…
In order for the automotive aftermarket to continue to make good on its promise to the service sector, and to fend off competition, it must continue to get ever more efficient. With this in mind, aftermarket supply chain experts and…
The Automotive Business Review is reporting Chrysler has announced plans to engineer and produce a pure electric vehicle based on the Fiat 500 platform for the U.S. market, and demonstrates the benefits of the alliance between Chrysler group and the…
Delphi aftermarket and OE engineers have applied their innovative SP compressor technology, used by major OEMs around the world, and engineered them to fit late model applications for the aftermarket. Delphi’s new compressors fit popular domestic and import applications, such…
Automotive aftermarket supplier members of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) have committed to the next steps in the association’s industry awareness and education campaign, “Know Your Parts.” At the third annual AASA Vision Conference, the association’s membership meeting, was…
The Technical Services team of Wells Manufacturing has released a comprehensive new training video covering the operation, diagnosis and replacement of automotive starter solenoids. Developed in response to a significant number of customer inquiries, the seven-minute “Starter Solenoid Function and…
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) announced the addition of Brian Hesje, chairman of the board of Fountain Tire to a seat on the new Environmental Advisory Council (EAC). Hesje will replace Jim Pangle, also of Fountain Tire, on the committee.…
Federal-Mogul Corporation has received the 2009 Supplier of the Year Award from General Motors, in recognition of its performance in engine piston products. Federal-Mogul supplies aluminum pistons, rings and connecting rods to General Motors for both passenger cars and light…
NAPA Auto Parts has announced the launch of its new Canadian website. The new website, at www.napacanada.com, is geared towards both professionals and enthusiasts of automotive mechanics and allows consumers to access part of this expertise online. In order to simplify…
According to a study commissioned by the Canadian Automotive Repair and Service Council, nearly 100 new technologies could shape the skill requirements of the future. The research report, from Convergence Management Consultants Ltd., identifies 95 OEM vehicle technologies that have recently…
Totally free! Go to: www.netcomchronos.com. New electronic catalogue system comprised of the major brands sold in North America. Catalogues imported within a maximum of 48 hours, thus ensuring that data is as accurate as that printed on manufacturer Web sites.…