Conventional Or Synthetic Engine Oil? How To Choose The Right Types Of Motor Oil
In recent years, the variety of different motor oils that are now available to consumers has multiplied exponentially. It’s more important than ever before to make sure you choose the correct motor oil for your customers’ vehicles. Using the wrong oil may cause problems, as well as void the OEM powertrain warranty.
MotoRad Streamlines Parts Searches With VIN, License Plate Lookup Tools
Whether the installation involves a thermostat, radiator cap or fuel cap, MotoRad says it has streamlined the process of finding a specific part by adding two new search tools to its website, motoradusa.com. Now, with a choice of either the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate lookup, professional automotive technicians, counterpersons or DIYers can
Bad Engine Mounts: More Than Just a Bad Ride
Because they are so critical to the vehicle’s handling and performance, hydraulic engine mounts should be carefully inspected to make sure they are working properly.
WAIglobal Announces Release Of 2015 Catalog For New Wiper Motors
The 2015 WAI Wiper Motor catalog is now available and features 114 SKUs, including 11 newly introduced. The WAI new wiper motor program now covers more than 115 million vehicles in operation. Coverage includes a wide range of passenger cars, light-duty and medium-duty trucks, both import and domestic. All WAIglobal Wiper Motors are: • 100
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Awards $30,000 In Scholarships To 12 Future ‘Top Technicians’
Federal-Mogul Motorparts is helping 12 students enrolled in automotive technology programs achieve their goal of becoming a “top technician” through a total of $30,000 in scholarships awarded in conjunction with the launch of the company’s innovative Garage Gurus technical education network. A division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation, Motorparts recently announced the winners of $2,500 scholarships
MotoRad Launches New Website
MotoRad announces the launch of its newly redesigned website. Located at www.motoradusa.com, the new site offers a vast amount of information on the brand’s full line of automotive closure caps and thermostats. The enhanced, easy-to-navigate MotoRad site now features a robust online catalog, searchable by year, make and model, part number, or interchange to find
New Study Reveals When, Where And How Much Motorists Drive
On average, Americans drive 29.2 miles per day, making two trips with an average total duration of 46 minutes. This is according to a new study currently underway by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety and the Urban Institute. The Foundation’s new American Driving Survey offers a look at how much Americans drive on a
Yokohama Steps Up Motorsports Programs For 2015
Producing tires for a wide variety of racing disciplines – Red Bull Global Rallycross, sports car and off-road – Yokohama Tire Corp. says its (YTC) 2015 motorsports season is ready to roll. “Yokohama prides itself on the breadth of our racing program and how it pushes our tire development,” said Duane Sampson, YTC manager, motorsports.
New Snap-on Motorized Wheel Balancer With Sonar Sensor Eliminates Manual Rim Measurement, Increases Accuracy
Shops looking for an accurate wheel balancer that will increase productivity with the capability to balance original equipment and most custom wheels and tires have their answer with the new Snap-on Motorized Wheel Balancer with Raised Display (EEWB332A). “The new Snap-on Motorized Wheel Balancer with Raised Display is ideal for shops of all sizes and
Import Motor Oil Specifications Explained
Oil is the lifeblood of every engine, so it’s important to always use a high-quality motor oil that meets the vehicle manufacturers’ viscosity recommendations and performance specifications when servicing your customers’ vehicles. Just use a name-brand motor oil that meets the recommended SAE viscosity and current American Petroleum Institute (API) quality standards and you should