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This job isn’t needed as often as it used to be, but it’s still important.
If there’s any doubt to the importance of a coolant flush, let there be none. Simply put, engine coolant is a chemical. As it breaks down, it becomes increasingly acidic, leading to eventual corrosion on all the metal, plastic and rubber parts in the system.
The most misleading part is the color. Just because it may still look new doesn’t mean it acts that way. By the time coolant loses its nice hue and turns brown and rusty, it’s already years past what the service interval should have been, and it’s doing some serious damage to the cooling system. This is why it’s important to flush coolant at regular intervals.
While there are numerous components that make up “landed costs,” duties, taxes and tariffs are a huge factor and can often be a detriment to global trade, says Thomas Cook, managing director at Blue Tiger International.
New ASE Chairman Tom Trisdale says 2024 is a year of action for ASE as the challenges of repairing vehicles and the pressures facing technicians have never been greater.
Ryan Waldron joined Goodyear in 2003, serving in leadership roles in finance and supply chain for multiple North America business areas.
Joe Miller has been involved in the automotive industry his entire career, starting in the family automotive shop, and over the years working his way through all the shop positions.
Gunther Hochapfel brings more than 18 years of experience in the safety and warning technology industry to the company.
The release provides new coverage in 75 product categories and 80 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles, SMP said.
Plans include focusing on new locations, stockholders, and suppliers to serve the growing market.
Endgame strategies, Tartaglione explains, encompass the owner’s objectives for the business, including passing it on to the next generation, selling to a competitor or bringing in a financial partner.
