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News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Knowledge Exchange Conference: It’s All About the Catalogue . . .
March 1, 2010 by
Auto Service World
The National Catalogue Managers Association (NCMA) announced the keynote speakers for its 2010 Knowledge Exchange conference who will address electronic automotive cataloguing from several distinct directions. Speakers at the conference, April 24-27 in San Antonio, Texas, include: Paul Magin, senior…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology International News: Malaysia Studies Ban On Imported Used Auto Parts in 2011
February 28, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Part of Malaysia’s proposed Motor Vehicle Development Program (MVDP) would ban the importation of most used cars, and all used auto parts. The MVDP, which is designed to spur development of Malaysia’s auto industry has been given lukewarm reception by…
News Auto Repair & Service Lordco and Radiator Specialty Team Up for Olympic Promotion
February 24, 2010 by
Auto Service World
British Columbia’s Lordco Auto Parts and Gunk brand supplier Radiator Specialty Company teamed up to give dozens staffers the Olympic spirit. Leading up to the Olympics, a Gunk sponsored sales contest with the Lordco staff had winners competing for Official…
News Auto Repair & Service US Motor Works Joins AASA Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council
February 24, 2010 by
Auto Service World
US Motor Works LLC, Santa Fe Springs, Calif., has joined the Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC) of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). US Motor Works is a manufacturer of electric fuel pumps, water pumps, cooling parts and fan clutches.…
News Auto Repair & Service Dorman Reports Strong Gains
February 23, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Aftermarket auto parts supplier Dorman Products, Inc. has announced year-over-year gains for both the fourth quarter and end of year results. Revenues for the three months ended December 26, 2009 increased 20% over the prior year to $96.7 million from…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Delphi Technician Promotion Gets Green Flag
February 23, 2010 by
Auto Service World
For the second year in a row, Delphi’s Destination: Victory Lane promotion is giving professional automotive technicians the chance to win great prizes. Delphi’s Destination Victory Lane promotion runs February 1, 2010, through December 12, 2010. Throughout the racing season…
News Auto Repair & Service Pressure Mounting on Toyota President After “Very Telling” Memo Released
February 22, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Reuters is reporting that pressure is mounting on Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota Motor Corp. after a memo claiming the company saved over US$100 million by having U.S regulators agree to a cheap fix for the unintended acceleration problems on…
News Auto Repair & Service U.S. News: Sears Goes After Automobile Dealers
February 22, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Sears Holdings has announced a franchise program that will see automobile dealers become Sears Auto Centers. The Independent Sears Auto Center franchise program will give franchisees access to the brand, distribution network, systems and corporate support from the retailer. The…
News Auto Repair & Service Tenneco Announces Walker and Dynomax Promotion
February 19, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Tenneco has announced a “Muffler for Life” promotion that will reward automotive repair professionals who install premium Walker and Dynomax emissions control products during April and May. Qualifying professionals will be able to earn major-retailer gift cards valued at up…
News Auto Repair & Service Toyota President to Testify Before U.S. Congressional Committee
February 19, 2010 by
Auto Service World
President Akio Toyoda of Toyota Motor Corp. reversed an earlier decision not to speak before a congressional committee investigating the company’s safety issues and said he would testify before the committee on February 24. Toyoda had previously said Yoshimi Inaba, Toyota’s North American…
News Auto Repair & Service Wakefield Canada Named One of Canada’s 50 Best
February 18, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Wakefield Canada has been named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2009. Winning in the Best Managed category, this prestigious national award is sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC Commercial Banking, National Post, and Queen’s School of Business. “Today’s market…
News Auto Repair & Service Tenneco Announces Monroe Gift Card Reward Program
February 18, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Tenneco Inc. will offer retailer gift cards valued at up to $120 to qualifying automotive service professionals who help restore the steering, stopping and stability characteristics of their customers’ vehicles with Monroe shock absorbers, struts, and related ride control products.…