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Pulstar gg1 Pulse Plug Demonstrates Horsepower Increase In Jeep 3.6L Engine Applications

The Pulstar gg1 Pulse Plug for Jeep vehicles that utilize the Chrysler Pentstar 3.6L engine have shown an increase of six horsepower (HP) over stock plugs in dyno testing conducted by Enerpulse Inc. In addition, the testing demonstrated a fuel economy increase of 4.26 percent, said the company.

Royal Purple Announces 2013 SEMA Show Contest Winners

Premium synthetic lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple has announced the winners of its third annual Show It Off at SEMA contest and first-ever Royal Purple Ladies feature vehicle contest. A customized 1969 Chevy Camaro, a 1955 Ford-F100 and a 1964 Chevy Corvair have been selected to be on display as featured vehicles sponsored by Royal Purple at the 2013 SEMA Show Nov. 5-8 in Las Vegas.

A Million And Counting: Toyota Texas Produces One Millionth Truck

On September 18, 2013, the 2,800 team members at Toyota Texas celebrated the milestone of assembling the plant’s one millionth truck – a Sunset Bronze Mica colored, 1794 Edition Tundra – with one thing in mind: satisfied customers.

AIA To Hold 25th Annual Import Product And Marketing Awards Program At AAPEX

The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association, will present its 25th annual AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 3 p.m. during AAPEX at the Sands Expo Center. The awards recognize manufacturers and marketers for excellence in products, packaging, websites, catalogs and marketing/advertising programs for import cars or trucks.

Engine Builders To Assemble And Run A NASCAR R07 Chevrolet Engine At AAPEX

Two engine builders from Hendrick Motorsports will assemble and run a NASCAR R07 Chevrolet engine in less than 30 minutes during this year’s Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX). AAPEX is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.

Servicing 1996 To 2005 Volkswagen And Audi Vehicles

In this article, I’ll take a look at the designs and repair of the suspension, brake and exhaust systems of Volkswagens and Audis from 1996 to 2005. I won’t be able to cover everything in this article, just some of the highlights of the various models. VW and Audi produced cars in two- or four-wheel-drive configurations, in several body styles and with a number of powertrains. These cars seem to be everywhere here in the Pacific Northwest. There is a model that fits just about every need and with the available Quattro and 4Motion drivetrains they make excellent ski and mountain vehicles.

AAPEX Learning Forum To Offer Sessions On Marketing, Sales And Branding

The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) 2013 Learning Forum will offer several sessions on successful sales and marketing approaches that are evolutionary and revolutionary to help buyers grow their business. AAPEX is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas, Nev.

New Diesel Class Added To AVI Conference Schedule

AVI has announced the addition of a new Diesel Class to the AVI Conference schedule. The class, Dodge Cummins 6.7L Highlights, will be taught by Tony Salas. The AVI Conference takes place Nov. 4-5 in the Venetian/Palazzo Congress Center in Las Vegas, in conjunction with AAPEX.

NHRA Announces CARQUEST Auto Parts As Title Sponsor Of NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Event In Phoenix

CARQUEST Auto Parts has signed an agreement to become title rights sponsor of the second stop in the 2014 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, the CARQUEST Auto Parts NHRA Nationals at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park near Phoenix.

Exciting Racing And Hospitality Highlight Federated 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Weekend

More than 2,000 Federated members and customers enjoyed a great day of hospitality and action-packed racing at the annual Federated Auto Parts 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Richmond International Raceway (RIR). Along with the near-capacity crowd at RIR, More than five million viewers watched on ABC as Carl Edwards took the checkered flag to win this year’s Federated 400.

Forward Lift Two-Post, Four-Post And Other Vehicle Lifts Recertified To Wear Gold ALI Label

Forward Lift’s most popular lift models have been recertified to wear the updated Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) gold label. A new standard covering lift design, construction and testing in North America, ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2011, replaced an earlier version from 2006 and necessitated the re-testing of all previously approved lift models.

Built-From-Scratch Eco-Car Wins AutoZone’s ‘Show It Off, America’ Contest

AutoZone has announced the winners of its “Show It Off, America” social media contest, which recognized the best do-it-yourself (DIY) automotive projects in the country. A group of students from Mater Dei High School in Evansville, Ind., led by parent volunteers, were named the grand prize winner for their “eco-car” creation. The group received a Duralast 392-piece tool cabinet, valued at $2,500, and will participate in activities this year that showcase the winning vehicle.