Monroe Ready to Launch Bigger, Better Undercar ‘Technology Tour’ for Service Professionals
The Monroe Ride & Drive training experience, which has helped thousands of automotive professionals explore the advantages of premium ride control technologies for domestic and import vehicles, will return in an expanded format this year as the Tenneco Technology Tour.
Spectra Premium Announces a Radiator and Heater Core Supply Agreement with Pep Boys
Spectra Premium Industries Inc. a manufacturer of automobile, light-truck and heavy-duty truck aftermarket parts and manufacturer of high-pressure die cast magnesium alloy parts and steel fuel tanks in the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) market, recently announced the award of a radiator and heater core supply agreement with Pep Boys.
ToolTech 2006, Presented by ETI, Grows as the Only Event Focused Solely on the Automotive Tool and Equipment Industry
The Equipment and Tool Institute has announced that registration for ToolTech 2006, presented by ETI, is now available online. This two-day sales and marketing event will take place April 18-20, 2006 at the Scottsdale Plaza in Scottsdale, AZ.
DENSO Introduces Oxygen Sensor Training for Service Technicians
DENSO Sales California, Inc. has introduced an oxygen sensor training and promotion kit designed especially for professional service technicians. The training kit features a 12-minute sales training video that provides detailed information for the professional technician on how to explain to consumers just how oxygen sensors function, the importance of conducting regular system checks and why proper servicing of oxygen sensors is important to maximize a vehicle’s performance.
MACS EXPRESS TRAIN! Convention and Trade Show Sets Record Attendance
More than 2,000 attendees registered and attended MACS EXPRESS TRAIN! convention and trade show which took place Jan. 25-28, 2006 at the Caribe Royale Hotel and Convention Center, Orlando, FL. An all-time record was set for the 26-year-old MACS event.
ASA Announces CARS 2006 Dates and Location
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced that the 2006 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) will be held Nov. 2-4 at The Mirage in Las Vegas. CARS is sponsored by ASA’s Mechanical Division and is an official event of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW), held annually in Las Vegas.
Team ASE Partners with Germain Racing and 2005 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion Ted Musgrave for 2006
Germain Racing and The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) are pleased to announce their partnership for the upcoming 2006 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race season. Team ASE will be the primary sponsor of the No. 9 Germain Racing Toyota Tundra, driven by defending NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion, Ted Musgrave.
Toyota’s ‘Hybrid’ Super Bowl Ad Sneak Peek Now Available on Toyota.com and Toyota.com/Espanol
While some companies are waiting until Sunday to debut their Super Bowl ads, Toyota is offering consumers a sneak peek of its entire Super Bowl commercial on Toyota.com and Toyota.com/espanol. The ad also is available as an iPod download.
Strutmasters Offers Air Suspension Products and Conversions
Strutmasters is a one-stop shopping center for air suspension products and conversions for all Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac, Lexus, Land/Range Rover and Jaguar automobiles.
Jasper Uses Induction Heating in Gas Engine Assembly
Jasper Engines and Transmissions has said goodbye to the gas-fired furnace as part of the connecting rod/piston assembly process. In its place is an Ameritherm heat induction coil and RF power supply. The heating unit, coupled with an electronic timer, is used to assemble connecting rods with a more accurate control of the heat.
Federated to Expand Partnership with Brewco Motorsports
Federated Auto Parts recently announced that it is expanding its partnership with Brewco Motorsports, Inc. during the 2006 season. Federated will be a full-time associate sponsor on both the #27 and #66 Brewco Motorsports NASCAR Busch Series entries in 2006.
Ringers Gloves Redesigns Website for 2006
Ringers Gloves is always looking for ways to keep up with the fast-paced world of technology and design. That is why they have once again changed their website to provide their customers with a more streamlined, easily-navigated online experience.