VIDEO FEATURE: Improper Tire Repair Poses Safety Concern
Knowing the difference between a proper tire repair and an improper repair could be critical to vehicle safety. A tire industry study showed that nearly 88 percent of tire repairs are performed improperly. The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) has released a new video to educate consumers on the risks of improper tire repair. "Consumers need to know some essential information about tire industry recommended puncture repair procedures," said Daniel Zielinski, RMA senior vice president, public affairs. "An improperly repaired tire is a safety risk you shouldn’t take."
Auto Burglars Shop Unattended Motor Vehicles This Holiday
This holiday season, auto burglars will shop the easy way – by stealing your gifts, purse, wallet, packages or other valuables you leave in plain sight inside your vehicle. Every 2 ½ minutes, a vehicle is burglarized in Texas with its contents stolen. Obviously, these crimes escalate during this time of year when shopping increases and drivers don’t take the necessary precautions to protect their personal items left in their car.
WIX Filters Announces ‘Party Like a Rock Star’ Sweepstakes
WIX Filters has announced the WIX “Party Like a Rock Star” Sweepstakes, a new year-long contest that enables four lucky race fans to experience an all-expense-paid VIP trip to the 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Ricardo Report Predicts Vastly Expanded U.S. Light Duty Diesel Market
The 2005 Ricardo diesel report predicts a momentous rise in U.S. light duty diesel market penetration over the coming decade. Sales in the light duty vehicle segment (up to 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight) are projected to grow from a mere 43,000 units in 2004, to exceed one million units annually by 2012, rising to 1.5 million by 2015.