Gates Introduces New System Repair Initiative
The Gates Corp. has introduced “Be System Smart,” an approach to automotive maintenance that focuses on making complete system repairs. Be System Smart is Gates’ call to action to technicians and consumers to evolve their mindset and think holistically about their vehicles’ systems. When components wear, they put the entire system at risk. Serpentine belts
Spectra Premium Introduces A New Line Of Cooling Fan Assemblies
Spectra Premium Industries has introduced a new line of Cooling Fan Assemblies that will be available Nov. 1. Spectra Premium says this new line of cooling fan assemblies complements the company’s existing categories of radiators and A/C condensers in supporting both the traditional replacement and collision markets. The introduction of these new cooling fans will
Spectra Premium Introduces 93 New SKUs
Spectra Premium’s latest product release includes 93 new SKUs, covering more than 54 million vehicles on the road today. The new part numbers include radiators, filler necks, oil pans, fuel tank straps and fuel pump assemblies for popular late-model domestic and import applications. Included in the new product release are: • 15 fuel tank filler
Telltale Signs Of Cooling System Component Failure
Springtime brings with it the vacation season when many families will hitch a boat or camping trailer to their fully loaded family car, SUV or pickup truck and travel to some remote wilderness hideaway. Needless to say, both the parents and their vehicle’s cooling system will be stressed out long before the trip is over.
Today’s Long-Lasting Vehicles Are Worth The Service Wait
By John Volz, Owner, Volz Bros. Automotive Repair As I pulled up to the shop one morning, I saw six cars awaiting us for the day ahead. It was only 6 a.m. and as my headlights swept across the tail lights of the parked cars, I could put a name and a face to all
Winter, oil prices,
According to a recent Federal Reserve survey of conditions across the U.S., automotive repair shops were among the few businesses benefiting from the winter weather in the first quarter of 2014. Take advantage of this time by investing in your shop and your technicians.
ASE G1 Test Prep: Understand Engine Cooling Systems
Passing the ASE Auto Maintenance and Light Repair (G1) Test requires in-depth knowledge of an engine’s cooling system and how each component affects the overall performance of an engine over time. The emphasis is on inspection. Here is a refresher.
CRC Industries To Showcase K&W FiberLock On Full Car Wrap At NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Events
CRC Industries, Inc. has announced that it will showcase its cooling system additive, K&W FIBERLOCK Head Gasket & Block Repair, on a full car wrap on the #40 Hillman Racing Chevrolet SS at two upcoming NASCAR Sprint Cup Series events.
BlueDevil Releases Fourth Installment of Product Spotlight Video Series
BlueDevil Oil Stop Leak seals engine oil leaks permanently. And, the company is demonstrating it through a new Product Spotlight series. The fourth installment of the 10-part series is now on YouTube.
Spectra Premium Introduces 88 New SKUs
Spectra Premium Industries releases 88 new parts covering a total of 24 million vehicles in operation, comprised of late-model domestic and import applications.