iATN Knowledge Base Exceeds Three Million Records
The International Automotive Technicians’ Network (iATN) recently exceeded three million records in its Knowledge Base, a collection of automotive repair databases that contains real world technical information generated by iATN members.
All-New ACDelco Advantage Friction Lineup Provides Quality and Convenience at a Competitive Price
ACDelco is introducing the ACDelco Advantage friction line, a new, entry-level portfolio of brake pads and hardware designed to provide dealers and distributors with a competitively priced yet quality alternative to other entry-level brake friction products.
EPA Allows for the Selling of E15 Fuel for Newer Vehicles
A decision on the use of E15 in model year 2001 to 2006 vehicles will be made after EPA receives the results of additional DOE testing, which is expected to be completed in November.
Automotive Body Parts Association Responds to New Ford Crash Parts Test Video
The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) says Ford is playing on consumers’ and repairers’ fears with a YouTube video that compares Ford crash parts to aftermarket parts. The video explains how Ford’s “Personal Safety System” is activated during a crash and compares several OEM structural crash parts to their aftermarket counterparts.
Independent Research Shows E15 Poses Minimal Risk to Older Vehicles
The conclusion of the Ricardo study is that the adoption of E15 as the blend limit for standard US pump grades of gasoline should not adversely affect vehicles manufactured between 1994 and 2000.
Bartec USA Announces TPMS Tool Software Update
Bartec USA, LLC recently announced the latest software update for the Tech400 TPMS re-learn tool. Release 40 has numerous coverage additions and significant improvements to the user interface.
Groups Form To Delay E15 Fuel
The groups contend that E15 could harm many types of vehicle engines, fuel systems and components, as well as the environment.
Don’t Miss the 2010 AVI Training Conference in Las Vegas
Automotive Video Inc. (AVI) is bringing together some of the nation’s elite automotive instructors, tool companies, industry organizations, repair shop owners and technicians to provide you with cutting-edge seminars and top-notch speakers during the 2010 AVI Training Conference. If you’re already heading to Las Vegas for Industry Week, why not stay an extra day? Held
Raybestos Brand Surpasses 1,400 Parts Listings for 2011 Model Year
Raybestos Brake and Chassis – a member of the Affinia family of brands and the Official Brakes of NASCAR – says it continues to lead the industry in first-to-market coverage for late model cars and trucks. To date, more than 1,400 brake and chassis parts listings have been added to Raybestos Brake and Chassis cataloging for the 2011 model year.
Performance Friction’s Carbon Metallic Disc Brake Pads Meet State Legislative Requirements
Performance Friction Corporation recently announced that its Carbon Metallic brand of disc brake pads meet all the requirements of California’s proposed legislation SB346 and the state of Washington’s SB6557 reducing copper and other contaminants.
Ken-Tool Expands Tire Mounting Lubricant Line
Ken-Tool, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional tire service tools and related products, announces the significant expansion of its line of tire service lubricants. The new Ken-Tool lubricant products are: Euro Paste, Heavy Paste, Tiger Paste and Ultra Lube.
Smartphone TPMS Coming from Conti
Continental AG’s TPMS will soon be able to report to smart phones via pressure sensors in intelligent tires. According to the company, the “filling assistant” system also lets the driver know when they reach the right pressure during inflation. Conti expects users to experience “enhanced driving safety and fuel efficiency” as a result of the system.