Bosch Offers Broad Spectrum of Basic and Advanced Training Materials
Training is offered through on-site, hands-on seminars and workshops; technical training manuals, troubleshooting guides and wall charts; electronic media such as CDs, videos, DVDs and computer-aided courses; and the Internet.
Visteon Offers Underhood Service Training
Visteon has developed a variety of valuable training programs and materials designed to help technicians and parts professionals understand the diagnostic and repair requirements of today’s cooling, air conditioning and rotating electric systems.
Bendix Understands the Importance of Up-to-Date Brake Training
Honeywell Consumer Products Group offers comprehensive brake, automotive electrical and ABS evening training classes at your location. Boost your shop’s reputation and run your business more efficiently and profitably by keeping your staff up-to-date on the latest techniques, products and tips. Training technicians is an important step in keeping your shop on top.
It’s Not Too Late to Order Your “Be Car Care Aware” Kit in Time for National Car Care Month
The kits contain National Car Care Month materials that can be used each April, as well as "Be Car Care Aware" signage, consumer education materials and the industry’s comprehensive Service Interval Schedule. The schedule helps consumers track regular vehicle servicing by taking the guesswork out of what vehicle systems need to be routinely inspected and when service or repair should be performed.
PAX Tire System Kits Expand Service Capabilities of Hunter Tire Changers
PAX tire system kits are now available for Hunter TC3500, TC3250, TCX550BPS and TCX500BPS tire changer models. The addition of PAX system kits to Hunter’s line of tire changers gives shops a variety of equipment choices that can handle both conventional bead and PAX system tires.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: Clutch Pedal Does Not Fully Return/Cruise Control Inoperative
On some VWs, the clutch pedal does not fully return to a stop and the cruise control (if equipped) will not function. The problem may be caused by the clutch pedal over the center spring dropping out of position.
KYB to Supply Shocks for Hybrid Vehicles
With growing concern about the environment, and vehicle manufacturers under increasing pressure to develop vehicles for tomorrow’s world, a number of vehicles using hybrid technology have recently been launched around the globe. These include the Honda Civic, the Lexus RX330h, as well as Toyota’s Prius, Previa and Camry models, all of which are equipped with KYB shock absorbers as original equipment.
New Goodyear Belts Enhance Cup Car Performance
With 25 NASCAR seasons under its belt, Goodyear Engineered Products is tapping its experience to introduce two more automotive belts that can help race teams save energy under the hood.
Register Your National Car Care Month Vehicle Check-Up Event on www.carcare.org
The Car Care Council recently announced that organizations can register their 2006 National Car Care Month vehicle check events on the Council’s website at www.carcare.org.
Modine’s Joplin, MO, Facility Reaches Milestone by Producing its 1,000,000th EGR Cooler
Modine Manufacturing Company announced recently that its Joplin, MO, facility has reached a significant milestone, producing its 1,000,000th Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler for truck, off-highway and heavy-duty vehicles.
DENSO Joins NASCAR Automotive Licensing Program
DENSO Sales California, Inc. announced recently that it has reached an exclusive multi-year agreement with the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) for its fuel pump products to join the NASCAR Automotive Licensing program.
Beck/Arnley Worldparts Corporation Sponsors the 2006 Women’s Board Scholarship Program
Scholarships will be awarded to female students who are pursuing education to prepare themselves for a career in the automotive aftermarket. Scholarships are available for post-secondary students who have completed one year at an ASE-certified, post-secondary automobile technology program, and high school seniors who plan on attending an ASE-certified, post-secondary automobile technology program.