Standard Motor Products, Inc. Launches Online Program
Standard Motor Products announced that its Standard Plus Club is available online at smpcorp.com, offering its members unlimited access to a virtual library of “21st Century Solutions” for domestic and import cars, vans, light trucks and SUVs.
Thomson Delmar Learning Releases Three New Publications
Thomson Delmar Learning announced the publication of three new training publications: Introduction to OBD II Manual, Diagnostic Computer Based Training (CBT) Course and Instructor’s Guide.
Affinia Under Vehicle Group Releases 2006 Training Center Schedule
The Affinia Under Vehicle Group has released its 2006 schedule for Raybestos brand brakes and Spicer Professional Grade Chassis training classes. All classes will take place at Affinia Under Vehicle Group, which is located approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago in McHenry, IL.
Detroit Diesel Names New VP of Service and Customer Support
Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) has announced the appointment of Craig Cartmill as vice president of service and customer support for the company. In this position, Cartmill will oversee the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center, factory and regional field service staff, parts distribution, warranty administration and the technical service development group, including diagnostics and training.
Carter Taking Lead in Helping Aftermarket Professionals Eliminate Comebacks and Product Returns
Carter Fuel Delivery Products has developed a variety of innovative training tools and other materials to help aftermarket professionals eliminate customer comebacks and products returns associated with the diagnosis and repair of fuel system problems on millions of late-model vehicles.
Presidential Limo Features Advanced Hella Rear Lighting
Among the technology innovations on the White House’s newest presidential limousine is an advanced rear lighting system designed and built by Hella.
Delphi to Supply Diagnostic Products to NAPA Repair Shops
Delphi Corp. announced today that Genuine Parts Co. will co-market Delphi’s diagnostic solutions and products to NAPA AutoCare Centers and other repair facilities. Delphi’s Smart Service System product will be co-branded “Delphi NAPA Smart Service Systems” in support of NAPA’s Fully Integrated Technology (FIT) concept.
AASP Announces Program for AAPEX 2005
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) will be sponsoring a program on Coolant Solutions at the 2005 AAPEX in Las Vegas. The program will be held Thursday, Nov. 3 from 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Sands Convention Center.
Canadian Automakers Hail Agreement to Reduce Greenhouse Gases
A landmark agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions was formally signed Tuesday by the Canadian government and the country’s automobile industry. The signing of the memorandum agreement, previously announced as a follow-up to the Kyoto protocol on climate change, took place at Auto 21, an auto engineering facility at the University of Windsor. The pact is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Canada’s vehicle fleet by 5.3 megatonnes by the end of 2010.
Changes Announced in Snap-on Management
Alan Biland has been named president of Snap-on Tools Company, LLC, responsible for the company’s worldwide dealer organization. He has also been named a senior vice president of Snap-on Incorporated, effective immediately. Biland succeeds Michael Montemurro, senior vice president of Snap-on Inc., who recently announced plans to retire in the near-term after serving the company for nearly 35 years.