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AIA to host webinar on emerging technologies
September 26, 2019 by Allan Janssen

How will emerging automotive technologies impact small- and medium-sized aftermarket businesses? The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) will host a webinar on Oct. 23 to find out. The free 60-minute webinar will feature Roger Francis, director of energy, environment…

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What should be done about cheap brakes parts?
September 26, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Industry experts are unanimous on the importance of using quality parts on critical safety systems.

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MEMA to livestream right to repair discussion
September 25, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) will livestream a webcast tomorrow about issues surrounding vehicle data and the right to repair. The webinar, scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Sept. 26, is designed to raise awareness about vehicle…

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BBB Industries releases seven new training videos
September 24, 2019 by Allan Janssen

BBB Industries has opened a new section in its digital training portal specifically for Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS). The new section on BBB’s website consists of seven EPAS training videos providing instruction on system diagnostics, tools needed for a…

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New A.R. tool coming to AAPEX
September 23, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Motor Information Systems will demonstrate an augmented reality (AR) application for vehicle maintenance and repair. The system, called Augmentor will allow show attendees to complete a 21-point inspection on a 3-D Ford F-150 truck, through an entirely virtual experience while…

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Industry gathers to discuss future technologies
September 18, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers hosted the Sixth Annual Technology & Telematics Forum on Sept. 12 in Troy, Mich. The forum consisted of several segmented discussions focused on new vehicle technologies, data access and…

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Advancing Vehicle Technology: Friend or foe?
September 17, 2019 by Jacob Stoller

In this, the final article in a seven-part series sponsored by Chevron, reporter Jacob Stoller looks at how shop owners should view the disruptive technology on the horizon of the automotive industry. The short answer is it’s not all that bad! By Jacob Stoller…

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Messe Frankfurt to organise Festival of Motoring
September 13, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Messe Frankfurt and trade publisher Crain Communications are joining forces to launch Festival of Motoring USA. The event will have with static and interactive content from mainstream, exotic, classic cars, and off-road vehicles. Festival of Motoring USA will be held…

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Global Brake Safety Council seeks nominations for key position
September 12, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Scott Lambert’s term as chairman of the Global Brake Safety Council (GBSC) ends at the end of this week. Nominations are now being accepted to fill the position. “Scott has set the course for the GBSC to be a true…

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AAPEX 2019 to host ADAS forum
September 11, 2019 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) will host a three-hour Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Forum to prepare auto repair shops for the opportunities and challenges of servicing modern vehicles. The Forum will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7, in…

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COMMENTARY: Are we at the end of the I.C.E. Age?
September 10, 2019 by Allen Schaeffer

What industry experts are saying about future of the internal combustion engine.

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Forensics investigator joins Global Brake Safety Council
September 6, 2019 by Allan Janssen

Brian F. Chase, the lead forensics investigator and expert witness in the Oct. 2018 New York limousine crash, has joined the Global Brake Safety Council. The case he is still involved in, the New York limo crash, was the deadliest vehicle…