ASE, AYES, SkillsUSA to Offer Co-Branded Exams
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) and Skills USA have announced an agreement to provide co-branded end of program exams for students in secondary and post-secondary automotive technology programs. The new exams will merge the well-known NATEF End-of-Program tests into a joint offering from the three groups.
Auto Lab to Open Three New Centers in Michigan
PLYMOUTH, Mich. — Auto-Lab Franchise Management Corp. has entered into a development agreement with NuMac Automotive Group, whereby NuMac will open three new Auto-Lab Complete Car Care Centers in Oakland County, Mich. The first unit will open in October in Waterford, Mich., located next door to Henderson Glass, Auto-Lab’s recently announced partner for auto glass
WIX Filters Unleashes New Racing Filter Catalog
GASTONIA, N.C. — WIX has launched its new WIX Filters Racing Filter Catalog, covering technical information and part numbers for racing filters that have been track-tested and proven in Sprint Cup, Nationwide, Craftsman Truck and ARCA series, as well as dirt track, off-road and drag racing. “WIX engineers have worked with top racing teams in
NASTF Fall Meeting to Include OEM Panel Spotlighting Training Information Availability
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) Fall General Meeting in Las Vegas will feature a panel discussion outlining the various training information resources available to the aftermarket. The meeting will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at Mandalay Bay. The full list of participating OEM carmakers is still being confirmed and will be made available prior to the NASTF meeting.
EPA Suggests Administration’s Proposal to Increase Fuel Economy Standards is Lax
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filed comments Aug. 18 on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) draft environmental impact statement (EIS) in support of the proposed increase in corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards. However, the EPA suggested that the Department of Transportation’s proposed increase is not sufficiently stringent, stating that the EIS data underestimated the economic and environmental benefits of increased fuel standards. Specifically, EPA urged NHTSA to carefully consider projections for fuel prices that will be more realistic and higher for the final EIS; hence suggesting that more fuel efficient vehicles are more economical. In the EIS, NHTSA estimated that the price of gasoline would be $2.45 in 2015.
AYES Hosts the Industry’s Largest Gathering of Automotive Instructors in the Nation
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports TROY, Mich. — More than 500 Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) program instructors and administrators from AYES affiliated schools converged upon Dearborn, Mich., July 21-25 for the 13th annual AYES training Conference, the largest event of its kind in the U.S. Jim Press, vice chairman and president of Chrysler
Raybestos to Offer ‘Rookie Racing School’
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports McHENRY, Ill. — Raybestos, in partnership with WIX filters, has decided to reward loyal customers with the opportunity to attend Raybestos Rookie Racing School — private, exclusive one-day schools being held at the country’s finest road courses and circle tracks. Participants will "get buckled in" to experience the excitement
Order Your New Car Care Guides for Fall Car Care Month
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports BETHESDA, Md. – The Car Care Council reminds aftermarket companies and organizations that it’s time to order copies of the new Car Care Guide for Fall Car Care Month in October. Orders can be placed by visiting the Car Care Council Web site at www.carcare.org and clicking on the
Goodyear to Drop 92 Underperforming Retail Locations
In a move to improve the profitability of its U.S. retail operations, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. said it plans to exit 92 underperforming locations by the end of the year. "Following a rigorous review of operating performance and local market dynamics, these company-owned outlets are not producing acceptable returns," said Scott Vogel, vice president, retail operations, North American Tire.
Raybestos Police Friction Line Now Certified
McHENRY , Ill. – Raybestos brand brakes recently earned the distinction of having its line of police friction products recognized as being D3EA PPSV (Police and Public Service Vehicle) certified. This is the only voluntary, objective and completely independent validation process for replacement brake friction materials and rotors that provides a basis for maintaining compliance
Automakers Introduce ‘EcoDriving’ National Fuel Use/CO2 Reduction Program
The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, a trade association comprised of car and light truck manufacturers including BMW Group, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche, Toyota and Volkswagen, have launched a nationwide effort to save consumers money at the gas pump, reduce fuel use and cut carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The initiative, called EcoDriving, is also being supported by the Environmental Defense Fund. By following a set of what the Alliance calls “subtle and easy-to-use” best practices for driving and vehicle maintenance, a typical EcoDriver can improve mileage by about 15 percent.
Jack Roush, Valvoline Collaborate on New High Performance Motor Oil Line
LIVONIA , Mich. – Racing notable Jack Roush has partnered with Valvoline to create Roush Motor Oil, “the ultimate engine elixir for performance vehicles.” Roush Fenway Racing exclusively uses Valvoline oil in its stock cars for its quality and performance, and now it wants to work to improve the oil used in high-performance street engines.