NASTF Considers Formal Organizational Structure
Last week, the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF), and a number of parties associated with the group, met for a conference call to discuss the possibility of moving forward with one of two different proposals for creating a more formalized, permanent structure for the task force.
Right to Repair Issue Discussed in Subcommittee Hearing
The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection held a congressional hearing yesterday concerning the ongoing “Right to Repair” battle between the automotive aftermarket industry and the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Delphi Completes Sale of Battery Product Line to Johnson Controls Inc
In line with its ongoing portfolio- restructuring plan, Delphi Corp. has sold its battery product line, with the exception of two U.S. operations, to Milwaukee-based Johnson Controls Inc., for $202.5 million. The business sold includes Delphi’s global starting, lighting and ignition lead-acid battery operations, including joint venture interests.
House Small Business Subcommittee to Take Up Right to Repair
The House Small Business Committee Subcommittee on Workforce, Empowerment and Government Programs will hold a hearing on Tuesday, June 28 on the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2048). Introduced in May of this year by Reps. Joe Barton, R-Texas, Edolphus Towns, D-N.Y. and Darrel Issa, R-Calif., H.R. 2048 would require that car companies make available to independent service facilities, the same service information and tools that are provided to new car dealers.
Tighter Vehicle Emission Standards Proposed for Washington State
Washington state would follow California’s lead in establishing tough new automotive standards to slash emissions of greenhouse gases under a proposed new bill. The bill, being drafted by Rep. Ed Murray, a Seattle Democrat who chairs the House Transportation Committee, would thrust Washington into the forefront of efforts by states to combat global warming. It would also put Washington in the thick of a battle with automotive companies over the legality of such actions.
Pareto Point Industries to License its Automatic Oil Management Technology to Engineered Machined Products
Engineered Machined Products (EMP), a leading developer and producer of engine thermal and oil management systems, has entered into an agreement with Pareto Point Industries (PPI) to exclusively license PPI’s patented oil management system known as APLS (Automatic Pulsed Lubrication System). Pareto Point Industries engages in the research and development of engine thermal and oil management and advanced filtration systems.
GKN Driveline Names New Managing Director of Operations
Philippe Cabassol has been named managing director of operations for GKN Driveline Americas. Cabassol replaces Richard Best, who was recently named strategic director for global projects.