Tenneco Continues To Accelerate Expansion Of Monroe Quick-Strut Product Line
Among the new premium Quick-Strut assemblies now available through Monroe distributors are rear units for 2007-’09 Toyota Camry SE models, and front assemblies for each of the following applications: 2010-’14 Toyota Prius 1.8L sedans; 2013-’15 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia models; many 2006 and all 2007-’10 Kia Optima models; and 2002-’05 Kia Sedona sedans.
Tenneco Introduces Dozens Of Monroe Ride Control Part Numbers
Among the new parts are 17 new, premium Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies covering a wide range of popular late-model applications from Fiat Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Saab, Toyota and Volkswagen.
Wheel Alignment On Toyota Trucks (Part 2)
A line drawn through the upper and lower ball joints (the steering axis inclination or SAI angle) should intersect the road surface with the center tread bar of the tire, which provides an exact pivot point for steering the front wheel.
Increasing Your Bottom Line
For generations, many import shops have used the conventional “loss-leader,” 3,000-mile oil/filter change as their sole opportunity to inspect their customers’ vehicles for maintenance needs. But that practice has been rendered obsolete by import manufacturers programming extended oil life monitoring algorithms into their engine control modules (ECMs).
Northwood University Recognizes 7 Industry Leaders With Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Awards
The Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Award is given to industry leaders throughout the country who have made noteworthy contributions to education on any level, inside or outside of the industry.
Tenneco Expands Monroe Ride Control Coverage, Introduces 40 Additional Quick-Strut Assemblies
Tenneco says the new Monroe Quick-Strut part numbers extend the benefits of the brand’s premier offering of replacement strut assemblies to a broad range of additional late-model North American and Asian nameplate applications.
Arnott Introduces New Front Right, Front Left Air Strut For 2007-’12 Lexus LS 460
The Arnott Air Strut replaces the OE Lexus strut and features a new, not remanufactured, custom-tuned shock absorber, a new heavy-duty air bladder from ContiTech protected by an aluminum can, along with a CNC-machined top mount and sealing cap made from aircraft-quality aluminum.
Import Insights: Subaru (June 2016)
Subaru of America, Inc. announced a comprehensive update to the 2017 Forester, including revised styling, new driver-assist technology, more interior comfort, enhanced driving performance and better fuel economy.
GKN Brings Supercar Hybrid Technology To Mass Market
GKN Driveline is transferring hybrid technology from super sports cars such as the Porsche 918 Spyder and BMW i8 into affordable compact vehicles. The company has developed an eAxle module that will enable C-segment vehicles to offer buyers a plug-in hybrid option with improved performance and a reduction in CO2 emissions of more than 50 percent.
Import Insights: Kia (January 2016)
Soul Wins ‘Active Lifestyle Vehicle Of The Year’ Award Kia Motors America’s (KMA) 2016 Soul was named a winner at the 12th annual Active Lifestyle Vehicle (ALV) of the Year awards in Chandler, AZ. For the fourth consecutive year, a panel of local media and athletes rated the Soul best in the “Urban” category. “Combining
