Automotive Aftermarket Industry - Service and Repair
Industry Owned Electronic Catalog and Website Will Be Free To Aftermarket Service Dealers

Leading manufacturers establish not-for-profit group to address technician requests for more timely data.

Colonial Gets API License for Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Colonial Chemical Co. has been producing urea solutions for stationary SCR systems for more than 10 years, and has been producing DEF since 2006.

Signal Extraprise Matches ASA Tire Systems $1 Million Tire Dealer Bailout Technology Package

Kevin Miko, COO of Pittsburgh-based Signal Extraprises, is calling on other IT players in the industry to respond with their own match.

U.S. EPA Says Improved Training, Better Service Can Lead to Fewer Auto Emissions

EPA has formally adopted these better service practices into a stronger, more informative auto A/C service technician training and certification program.

ShowMeTheParts.com Partners with Chilton

The ShowMeTheParts.com and Chilton partnership offers annual subscription services for automotive repair and maintenance solutions to professional technicians (ChiltonPRO) and do-it-yourself (ChiltonDIY) automotive enthusiasts.

Autolite Announces 2009 Promotions for Techs and Counter Pros

To thank professional technicians and counter professionals who use Autolite products, the brand has enhanced its year-long promotional calendar to offer eight different programs and a range of prizes.

Pep Boys Provides Preliminary Results, Reduces Dividend

Company plans to open three service-only locations in second quarter.

ASA Tire Systems Offers $1 Million ‘Tire Dealer Bailout’

The funds, available to dealers in the form of grants, are designed to give back to the tire dealer community that has supported ASA for so many years, said a company spokesperson.

New Industry Impact Sessions to Highlight ASA’s 2009 Annual Convention

The new Industry Impact sessions will continue ASA’s tradition of presenting the subjects that automotive service and collision repair professionals want and need.

Midas Reports 2008 Earnings of 57 Cents Per Diluted Share

Company says SpeeDee co-brand test shops continue to produce significant sales increases.

RepairPal and AAA Northern California, Nevada and Utah Announce Partnership

Award-winning auto site to feature AAA Approved Auto Repair shops.

CARB to Present Enhanced Cash for Clunkers Program

New funds would not be used for repair, says ASA.