Automotive Aftermarket Industry - Service and Repair
AYES and ASE Explore Integration Opportunities

ASE may manage ongoing AYES operations.

RepairPal Launches Free iPhone Application

Program gives users auto repair estimates and roadside assistance via iPhone.

Delphi and Tomorrow’s Technician Help Make the Vehicle Electronics Revolution a Reality for Washington Automotive Technology Students

Delphi awards service tools to “Pop Quiz” winners in Walla Walla, Wash.

Firestone Complete Auto Care Opens 1,500th Location

To celebrate the opening of the 1,500th Firestone Complete Auto Care location, the automotive service provider will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday.

Mitchell 1 Introduces ServiceIntelligence Version 9

ServiceIntelligence Version 9, Powered by eAutoclub, offers three product levels – ServiceIntelligence Free (SI Free) and Demo Product, ServiceIntelligence E-mail (SI E-mail) and ServiceIntelligence Pro (SI Pro).

John Overby Named Cengage Learning/ASE Master Automobile Technician of the Year

Technician achieves highest scores on ASE certification exams for 2008.

Identifix Partners With AutoNetTV to Provide Monthly Video Tips for Auto Service Center Technicians

The Identifix Tip of the Month will include information on how to diagnose and fix tough vehicle repair problems.

Bosch Expands Its Car Service Program in North America

BCS centers must pass a rigorous evaluation process to be accepted to the program.

Standard Oil of Connecticut to Use New microGreen Filter in its Fleet of 60

New filter will end the 3,000-mile oil change, company claims.

Neutronics Completes Development of New Refrigerant Identifier

Details of the new HFO-1234yf refrigerant identifier will be released during the Mobile Air Conditioning Society Convention, Feb. 5-7 in Dallas.

Bosch Diagnostics Announces MTS 3100 ScanTest Software V.8.2

According to Bosch, the MTS3100 Mastertech is noted for excellent scan tool software coverage for General Motors, Ford and Chrysler vehicles as well as Toyota, Honda, Nissan and other vehicle makes.

Automotive Lift Institute Signs Alliance with OSHA

Groups will partner to educate OSHA, employees and students on automotive lift hazards.