Wisconsin Proposes Changes to Emissions Inspection Program
State’s Department of Transportation will hold hearing.
The Results Are In: 80 Percent of Vehicles are Repair Opportunities
NCCM community car care events throughout the country in recent years show that consumers are neglecting their cars, with eight out of 10 vehicles failing at least one component of the vehicle inspection process. Even with an estimated 20 percent more vehicles inspected in 2009, the overall failure rate remained unchanged from 2008 and 2007.
Tips from the Car Care Council for Planning a National Car Care Month Vehicle Check-Up Event
With National Car Care Month (NCCM) in April right around the corner, the Car Care Council offers tips to help you plan your vehicle check-up event.
Toyota to Recall 2010 Model Year Prius, 2010 Lexus HS 250h Vehicles to Update ABS Software
Inspection of power steering hose position on certain 2010 Camry vehicles also announced; NHTSA said to be looking into complaints about Corolla steering issues as well.
Suppliers Bring ‘Safe Vehicles Save Lives’ Exhibit to Washington
The display will feature diagnostic tools, mechanical inspections and visual inspections that can quickly assess various vehicle systems and determine maintenance needed to improve vehicle safety.
ASE Launches Maintenance and Inspection Program
The M&I Program was developed in response to requests from the industry for an ASE product targeting entry-level individuals whose responsibilities are concentrated in the vehicle maintenance area.
Rotary Lift Launches ‘Inspect to Protect’ Lift Inspection Program
Specially priced annual lift inspections protect technicians and shop profits.
AASA Supports New Vehicle Incentives, But Opposes Indiscriminate Scrappage Programs
AASA’s “Special Report” analyzes the serious unintended consequences of proposed vehicle scrappage legislation.
Eighty Percent of Vehicles Need Service and Parts, Reports Car Care Council
Council says consumer neglect offers aftermarket sales opportunities.
National Pre-Owned Vehicle Certification Program for Independent Dealers Launched
ROYAL OAKS, CA — Virtual Motors and the National Vehicle Certification Group (NVCP) have partnered with CARFAX to launch the first and only Pre-Owned Vehicle Certification Program for independent dealers and consumers. The program offers dealers and their customers NVCP’s Physical Inspection, Engine and Transmission Fluid Analysis completed by an independent third-party technician, a fully