Perspectives: 2011 Could Be and Should Be Big for Shops
There are several data points that are positive signs of good things to come for automotive repair shops in 2011.
ANCO Contour Direct-Fit Profile-Style Wipers Now Cover 98 Percent of Market with Just 10 SKUs
Premium ANCO Contour direct-fit original equipment replacement wipers from Federal-Mogul now feature an innovative “Master Connection System” that covers 98 percent of the market with just 10 part numbers.
Diagnostic Solutions: Air and Fuel Filter Maintenance
Although air and fuel filter maintenance is usually considered a “no-brainer” by most import repair shops, advancing technology is changing the way we should be performing air and fuel filter maintenance.
Perspectives: Positive Service Implications from a Sophisticated Aftermarket
Arming consumers with vehicle information gives them a better understanding of the importance and complexity of the various automotive systems
Mitch Schneider: Sealed, Signed and Delivered
Profit, Productivity and Proficiency are destroyed when parts adversely impact our profit model. It doesn’t matter what the reason – someone is going to suffer and I’ll bet you already know who that someone is going to be.
Trico Products Re-Energizes Global Aftermarket Branding to Further Strengthen Leadership Position in Sales
Trico Products recently revealed an exciting new look for its entire line of wiper products targeted for the global aftermarket. To boost sales throughout the wholesale and retail channels, TRICO has unveiled new packaging designs; a bold, contemporary logo; refreshed materials; and a renewed promise: “Seeing You Through.”
Tech Feature: Hemisphere Exploration – Journey to the Center of the 5.7L Hemi
The 5.7L HEMI Magnum V8, which made its debut in 2003 in Dodge Ram 2500/3500 series trucks, was quite an improvement over the older 5.9L V8 it replaced. The engine was 56 lbs. lighter, produced 41% more horsepower and 12% more torque than the previous motor. Better yet, it also delivered 8-10% better fuel economy.
Directions: E15 — Helping or Hurting American Drivers?
At Issue: E15 fuel blends could be available by March or April of 2011, assuming the EPA makes two approvals for use of E15 in 2001 cars and newer models by the end of the year.
Mitch Schneider: At Any Rate…
I was out of the shop all day Thursday and most of Friday. Realistically, coming in just before three on a Friday afternoon didn’t seem to make much sense, but there was a “big job” that just “had to go out” – a project car with lots of hours. It seems like there is always a big job with lots of hours that just has to go out. So, let’s just say that going back to the shop on a Friday afternoon after being gone for a day-and-a-half wasn’t a first-choice option! Nevertheless, I found myself sitting at my desk at a quarter to three, drowning in a sea of unopened mail.
Bringing DeLoreans Back to the Road
How We Found Ourselves in the DeLorean Business
Perspectives: California — Where CSI and PSI Meet
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved the “Regulation to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Vehicles Operating with Underinflated Tires” — a move that will affect your shop service.
Tech Feature: Clearing the Air on CAFs
Are you inspecting the cabin air filter on your customers’ vehicles? If not, you should be. It’s a health benefit for your customers, as well as their vehicle.