Bill to Ensure Availability of Competitive Replacement Crash Parts Introduced in Congress
Introduced by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.), the Access to Repair Parts Act would create an exemption in design patent law for automotive parts that need to look the same as the original equipment parts in order for a collision repair to be completed, while still protecting the manufacturer’s design protection on the first sale of the vehicle.
WORLDPAC to Distribute Products for Versatile Automotive Diagnostics
Versatile Automotive Diagnostics (VAD), a division of HPA Motorsports, is located in Surrey, B.C., and supplies Volkswagen/Audi specific scan tools for consumer and professional use.
Future Auto Rising Stars Shine in Dearborn
For the eighth time, Underhood Service Editor Ed Sunkin served as a team judge for the national finals of the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition, where he got to watch first-hand a pair of students work tediously on repairing a bugged Ford vehicle.
Aftermarket Prime Time
The closing of new car dealerships across the country means the aftermarket can reap the benefits that thousands of closed bays bring. Counterman Editor Mark Phillips finds out how some program groups view these developments.
Is Cheaper Better?
, why doesn’t the aftermarket have all the dealership service and repair business?
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Awards $16,000 in College Scholarships
Since the college scholarship program began, more than $200,000 has been dedicated to helping employees and their families continue their education.
Uni-Select USA Expands Marketing Tools for Members
Group launches new Autoserviceplus.biz website.
Canadian Tire Corp. to Use Activant eCatalog Solutions at Canadian Tire and PartSource Stores
Retailer/wholesaler introducing integrated Activant PartExpert Suite, Lasercat 3 eCatalog to more than 560 business locations.
The Pulse: When Do Tire Dealerships Perform the Most Service?
Each week, The Pulse provides insight into the buying, sourcing and brand-loyalty habits of counter personnel and professional technicians. This week, using Babcox Research, we look at which seasons tire dealerships perform the most repairs.
AAMCO Launches Largest Advertising Campaign in Company History
This advertising campaign also unveils AAMCO’s new logo that highlights both its expertise in transmissions and its total car care services.