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News Auto Repair & ServiceLegislation Regulations BREAKING NEWS: The Carlyle Group to Buy DuPont Performance Coatings for $4.9 Billion
August 30, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Global alternative asset manager The Carlyle Group and DuPont have signed a definitive agreement whereby Carlyle will purchase DuPont Performance Coatings (DPC) for $4.9 billion U.S. in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter 2013, subject…
News Auto Repair & Service New Valspar Max Anti-Rust
August 16, 2012 by
Auto Service World
New Valspar Max Anti-Rust aerosol paint provides two times greater corrosion protection than the leading competition. Independent test results tell the story, says the company. “We had our new Valspar Max Anti-Rust independently tested and the results are in. Valspar…
News Auto Repair & Service Uni-Select Posts Second Quarter Results, Announces Intention to Reduce Operating Costs
August 8, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Auto parts and supplies distribution network Uni-Select Inc. has seen the impact of the U.S. slowdown on its financial results in the second quarter of 2012, and says it will be implementing a rationalization and consolidation plan it says will…
News Auto Repair & Service Professional Technicians Can Earn Up to $150
August 1, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Professional automotive technicians can earn up to $150 for installing Moog steering and suspension components from Federal-Mogul. The “Totally Moog” promotion runs August 1 through September 30, 2012. Technicians can earn a $100 reward cheque for installing five pairs of…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Vehicle Service Group Invests in Manufacturing Updates and Expansions
July 27, 2012 by
Auto Service World
New equipment purchased in North America; Asian plant to grow
News Auto Repair & ServiceLegislation RegulationsVehicle Technology Automechanika Aftermarket Forum Focus on Service Business Today and Tomorrow
July 24, 2012 by
Auto Service World
The Automechanika Aftermarket Forum will be held from 11 to 14 September 2012 in Frankfurt, Germany, and will include presentations by first-class speakers on a variety of topics. In addition to the Accident Repair Congress and the Damage Forum, the subjects…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Savings Deadline Extended for ASRW Attendees
July 10, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Early-bird discounts for ASA’s NACE and CARS events extended through July 13. Organizers of Automotive Service & Repair Week in New Orleans October 10-13 have extended the early bird discounts for attendance and training packages. Trainning includes more than 200…
News Auto Repair & ServiceLegislation RegulationsVehicle Technology Knowing Safety Features of Vehicles Would Benefit Canadians, Says Poll
June 29, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Results from a new public opinion poll by the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) show that a majority of Canadian drivers can benefit from more knowledge about the many vehicle safety features rapidly becoming standard on new vehicles across the…
News Auto Repair & Service Winners of Raybestos ’64 GTO-R Take Ownership On Power Tour
June 21, 2012 by
Auto Service World
To kickoff the annual HOT ROD Magazine Power Tour, representatives from Affinia Global Brake & Chassis, manufacturers of Raybestos Brakes & Chassis products, delivered the company’s 1964 GTO-R promotional project build to Nina & Mike Murray from Flesherton, Ont. The…
News Auto Repair & Service Mini Leak Detection Flashlight for Tight Spots
June 1, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Tracer Products has unveiled the super-compact Tracerline TP-8640CS Optimax Jr — a cordless, blue light LED leak detection flashlight that reveals vehicle leaks in cramped areas inaccessible to larger lamps. It measures just 7¼ inches (19cm) long, weighs only 5…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology U.S. Aftermarket Factbooks Feature Dynamic New Content
May 15, 2012 by
Auto Service World
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) has released its most popular online publications, the Digital Aftermarket Factbook 2013 and the Digital Aftermarket Factbook & Lang Annual 2013. This year’s market intelligence resources feature new and enhanced content. New value-added content…
News Auto Repair & Service London Charity Tourney Calls for Participants; Raised $15,000 in 2011
March 28, 2012 by
Auto Service World
Auto Parts Centres (APC) will be hosting its 4th annual golf tournament in London, Ont., in support of the London Health Sciences Foundation on June 14, 2012. The staff and management at APC, a network of auto parts stores operated by Canusa…