Precision Auto Care Announces First Quarter FY 09 Results
Revenue was $3.2 million and loss was $6,000, or 0 cents per share, compared with a profit of $191,000, or 1 cent per share, on revenue of $3.1 million for the same period in the prior year.
Deadline is Dec. 31 to Enter the 2009 T2 School of the Year Competition Presented by Chicago Pneumatic
In addition to nationwide recognition in Tomorrow’s Technician magazine, the winning schools will receive a School of the Year plaque, flag and shop banners, and Chicago Pneumatic tools and apparel.
Delphi Unveils New Service and Training Product Line
The new line features updated service products and 19 new training courses for the automotive aftermarket.
G-Oil Passes Engine Test Criteria for API “SM” Certification; Product Now Available in Bulk
API’S SM rating is the highest rating for gasoline engine oil certification.
2008 Readers’ Choice Awards Announced
Given to only 10 companies from each magazine, the winners are determined by surveys conducted by Babcox Research, which ask readers which ads they recall seeing and reading.
Lower Gas Prices Not Likely to Reverse Long-Term Driving Changes, Says NPD’s Portalatin
NPD research shows consumers plan to maintain their cars instead of buying new ones.
Midas Reports Third Quarter Net Earnings of $1.7 Million
Revenues for the third quarter were up $1.4 million to $47.1 million.
U.S. Auto Parts Acquires Automotive Diagnosis and Repair Website
Once fully developed, the website will enable a vehicle owner to input information about the symptoms of a car’s ailment, and ultimately arrive at a diagnosis and “prescription” for repair.
WIX Filters Shares Filtration Knowledge with NASCAR Technical Institute Instructors
The training session, led by WIX’s Manager of Technical Services and Customer Training, Paul Bandoly, covered the importance of filtration maintenance and service, along with technical information on the composition of multiple types of filters.
Phillips Industries Donates Nearly $250,000 in Electrical Components to UTI
UTI is a provider of technical education for individuals pursuing careers as professional automotive, collision repair, diesel, marine or motorcycle technicians.
Precision Tune Auto Care Partners with DriverSide.com for New Customer Retention Tool
Through a partnership with DriverSide.com, a web service for car owners, Precision Tune will give customers an individual online vehicle profile where they can independently track car maintenance, ask certified mechanics questions for free, interact with other car owners and more.
Twenty Tool and Equipment Manufacturers Receive TechShop Top 5 Tools Award in October
TechShop — Equipment, Tools & Supplies magazine has announced the winners of its 2008 Top 5 Tools Award.