Gates Launches Smartphone App for Belt Wear Diagnostics
Gates Corp. announced the launch of the Parts Image Capture (PIC) Gauge Belt Wear App, a first-of-its-kind smartphone app that delivers accurate measurement and evaluation of serpentine belt wear, the company says.
Monroe Promotion Offers $30 Mail-In Rebate for Replacement Shocks on Popular Trucks, SUVs
Tenneco Inc. is driving sales of its Monroe shocks and struts for light trucks and SUVs this summer by offering consumers a $30 mail-in rebate through the “Summer Truck Shock Sale” promotion, running through June 30, 2012.
Federal-Mogul Introduces Nearly 120 MOOG Control Arms, Other Replacement Parts for Foreign Nameplate and Domestic Models
Federal-Mogul has announced that its MOOG steering and suspension line now includes nearly 120 additional control arms, ball joints, tie rod ends and other replacement parts for popular foreign nameplate and domestic models.
Toyotires.com Offers Visitors New Design and Features
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has updated its company website with an all-new new look and feel. A bright design welcomes visitors, while new features make navigating through the site simpler and more informative, the company says. Tire features and technology are explained with eye-catching visuals while performance ratings compare tires on handling, tread life, comfort and more. Users also can search for tires either by their vehicle type or tire size on the expanded Tire Finder.
VDO Fired Up! Summer Sweepstakes Promotion Offers Chance to Win Kindle Fire Tablets
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket, manufacturer and supplier of VDO OE-engineered instrumentation and replacement parts for the car and truck enthusiast market, has launched its VDO Fired Up! Summer Sweepstakes, an exciting promotion on Facebook that gives VDO fans a chance to win a free Kindle Fire Tablet.
Enhanced TQBrakePads.com Highlights Exclusive Technologies of New Wagner ThermoQuiet CeramicNXT Brake Pads
Automotive technicians, parts professionals and consumers can now learn about the exclusive technologies featured in new Wagner ThermoQuiet CeramicNXT brake pads by visiting Federal-Mogul’s enhanced TQBrakePads.com website.
Rotary Lift Shockwave-Equipped Lifts Approved by Leading Vehicle Manufacturers
New Shockwave-equipped Rotary Lift SmartLift inground lifts and two-post surface lifts have been approved by leading vehicle manufacturers including: Acura, Audi, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar/Land Rover, Lexus, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, VW and Volvo.
Chad Johnston, Crew Chief for Martin Truex Jr. and No. 56 Toyota, Named Top MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ at Dover
Chad Johnston picked up one big prize before jetting back to North Carolina for an even bigger one. The crew chief for the NAPA Auto Parts Toyota Camry was named Federal-Mogul’s MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” after the No. 56 car gained 11 positions to finish seventh in Sunday’s NASCAR FedEx 400 at Dover (DE) International Speedway.
Federated Honors Member Tim Trudnowski with Industry Advocacy Award
The second-ever Federated Industry Advocacy Award was recently presented to longtime Federated member Tim Trudnowski at the annual Federated national meeting held in Phoenix, AZ.
SMP Expands Line of TechSmart Enhanced Engine Management Parts
SMP announced recently that it has expanded its line of TechSmart enhanced engine management parts by adding 30 premium parts in five new product categories. Highlights to the line include new Nissan Electronic Throttle Bodies and a TechSmart replacement for a high-failure rate Ford VVT Solenoid.
Car Care Council Partners with Dartmouth’s Big Green Bus
The Car Care Council has partnered with Dartmouth College for the Dartmouth Big Green Bus 2012 cross-country road trip this summer. The council’s popular car care guide, which highlights the importance of preventive maintenance and provides ways to make vehicles run more environmentally friendly, will be distributed to motorists during the bus stops.
Gabriel New Commercial/Heavy-Duty Smartphone Part Search Places Product Availability at Customers’ Fingertips
Gabriel announces the enhancement of its mobile part search with the addition of an all-new mobile Smartphone part search for commercial, heavy-duty truck, trailer or bus shocks.