ZF 8-Speed Transmission Replacement
The ZF 8HP transmission made its debut in 2009, and since its introduction, has been one of the top choices for international car manufacturers. BMW, one of ZF’s largest customers, uses the 8HP across its entire product portfolio. BMWs featuring the 8HP can be found in models starting with the 1 Series through the 7 Series, including the X models. The transmissions can also be found in the BMW-brand Rolls Royce Ghost, Phantom and Wraith models.
Experian Automotive Releases Latest Vehicle Loyalty Rates
Experian Automotive has announced the latest vehicle loyalty rates, with Subaru leading all brands and manufacturers – 67.7 percent of consumers who own a Subaru return to buy another Subaru.
Bosch Adds 29 New Part Numbers To Its Aftermarket Portfolio
Robert Bosch LLC has added 29 new SKUs to several of its product lines. Additions have been made to Bosch Blue disc brake pads, rotating machines, gasoline direct injection (GDI) fuel injectors and fuel pressure sensors and Bosch fuel pumps. In July, three new Bosch Blue Brake pad sets were added to the Bosch braking
ZF TRW Produces 60 Millionth Electric Park Brake Unit
ZF TRW has recently produced its 60 millionth Electric Park Brake (EPB) motor-on-caliper unit. The technology was first developed at ZF TRW’s global technical center in Koblenz, Germany, and the company also now produces EPB in North America and China. Manfred Meyer, vice president, ZF TRW Braking Engineering, commented, “The production of our 60 millionth EPB
Air Conditioning System Advances Change Service Opportunities
The attention-grabbing headline in the world of air conditioning is usually the switching of refrigerants as the industry and regulators continue to search for the next level of environmental friendliness. But the underrated A/C story that’s slowly developed during the same time period is the overall improvement of A/C systems.
Federal-Mogul Adds Dozens Of Parts To MOOG Steering And Suspension Line
Federal-Mogul’s MOOG Steering and Suspension brand has introduced dozens of additional part numbers, including five ball joints and one sway bar bushing for several popular late-model foreign nameplate applications.
Air Ride Replacement Options For Variety Of Makes And Models
All air ride systems can fail and require service. There are several repair paths you can go down to offer the best option for a customer’s needs and budget. Here is a forecast of current and future air ride vehicles and replacement options. Makes covered include: BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Hummer, Lexus, Toyota and more.
MOOG Steering And Suspension Line Expanded Again; Nearly 750 New Parts Introduced In 2012
Federal-Mogul has announced that the MOOG steering and suspension line has been expanded again, with 46 new replacement control arms, inner and outer tie rod ends, ball joints and other high-quality components for late-model foreign nameplate and domestic applications.
New Raybestos Brand Brake Pads, Rotors and Calipers Released for Late-Model Import and Domestic Applications
Raybestos brand brake parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands – has added brake rotors, calipers and brake pads to the Raybestos brakes catalog for select 2009-2013 models.
Federal-Mogul Technologies Featured on 2012 North American Car and Truck of the Year
Federal-Mogul has reported that it is one of the leading suppliers for the 2012 North American Car and Truck of the Year, which were revealed Monday at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.