Autolite Offers its ‘Reaction Time Challenge’ for Technicians, Shop Owners
Simulated starting line experience tests drivers’ reaction time against the pros.
Activant Auto Service Estimating Solution to be Added to ‘HITS’ Tire Dealer Business Software
Addition of Activant Integrated Service Estimator solution designed to help tire dealers accelerate growth in automotive services.
PAACE Automechanika Mexico Announces Cooperation Agreement with the Automotive Service Association
The Automotive Service Association will host complimentary seminars on show days covering collision repair, business management and mechanical topics. Exhibitors from 12 countries already confirmed for the 12th annual event.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Oil Filters
Brand holds a commanding lead over other factors technicians use to determine which oil filter they install.
Tenneco Offers Installers $25 for Every Pair of Monroe Quick-Strut Assemblies Sold
“Professional’s Choice” promotion, available through March, rewards service dealers for using Monroe.
Executive Interview: Rich White Talks About the Car Care Council’s Initiatives for 2010
In this week’s Executive Interview, Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council, talks about the council’s initiatives for 2010 and provides tips for those aftermarket companies interested in participating in National Car Care Month coming up in April.
Toyota Recall Expanded by 1.1 Million; New Pedal Supplier CTS Says it is Not Involved in Recall
The total vehicle population affected by the recall has increased by approximately 1,093,000 vehicles. The recall has now been extended to Europe, as well as China.
Midas Acquires 22 Northern California Midas Shops from Franchisee
Midas acquired these shops in connection with a settlement between franchisee Maurice Glad and the California Attorney General and Bureau of Automotive Repair. Glad had been charged with violating state business and professional codes in a suit seeking $222 million in civil penalties and costs.
The Pulse: How Technicians Source Motor Oil
Motor oil continues to be a category where jobbers and WDs remain nearly tied as a shop’s primary source.
The Week in Review (Jan. 18-22, 2010)
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