Philips Now Offers X-tremeVision LED Fog Lamps For Popular European Makes
The Philips LED fog lamp delivers a bright, white 6,000K light that matches perfectly with the color of Xenon and LED headlights and Philips CrystalVision ultra upgrade headlight bulbs, according to Lumileds.
VW Service Opportunities And Repair Tips
VWs suffer various ailments as they age. We’ve tried to identify some pattern failures that may afflict certain models and engines more than others for this article. It’s important to note that some of these problems can be prevented by following VW’s service recommendations and using fluids, filters and replacement parts that meet VW specifications.
Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium Brake Pads Named Best Overall Import Aftermarket Product By Import Vehicle Community
This is the second time in three years that Akebono’s EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pads have been named the “Best Overall Import Aftermarket Product or Product Line” as part of the annual Import Product and Marketing Awards held by the Import Vehicle Community.
Phoenix Systems Presents European Reverse Brake Bleeder Kit
The provided master cylinder bleeder cap fits most European vehicles, including BMW, SAAB, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Audi, Fiat, Renault, Volvo, Volkswagen, Peugeot and any other vehicle with a 45mm threaded fluid reservoir cap.
New ACDelco Professional Air Filters Expand All-Makes Coverage
The expansion includes new part numbers for carmakers such as BMW, Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes, Nissan, Volvo and more.
BorgWarner Supplies Latest Alfa Romeo Gasoline Engine With Advanced Engine Timing System
This Alfa Romeo exclusive engine debuts in the new Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan and also will be available for the brand’s upcoming SUV.
Registration Now Open For MACS 2017 Training Event And Trade Show In Anaheim, California
Registration is now open for the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide 2017 Training Event and Trade Show to take place Feb. 15-18, 2017, at the Anaheim Marriott, Anaheim, California. The 2017 MACS Training Event theme is “Mobile A/C: Global Service Horizons,” exploring the new technologies that are influencing the role of mobile A/C systems
Variable Valve Timing
One of the ways automakers squeeze more horsepower and torque from an engine is by adding variable valve timing (VVT) to the valvetrain. A conventional camshaft has fixed valve lift, duration and timing; so, the grind is always a compromise between fuel economy, performance and emissions. But with VVT, duration, valve overlap and timing can be changed on the go to optimize engine performance at different RPM, loads and operating conditions.
Complete OEM Training Schedule Announced For NACE | CARS 2016
NACE | CARS has released the full schedule for this year’s OEM programming. NACE | CARS 2016, taking place this Aug. 9-13, will feature record involvement and expanded training from companies, including Audi, BMW, FCA, Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota and more, who will provide information on their latest vehicles, materials and technology, how to address specific repairs and on becoming a certified repair shop.
Dayco Powers Several International Engine Of The Year Award Winners
Dayco, a leading engine products and drive systems supplier for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, announced that an engine built with Dayco products and systems has been named an International Engine of the Year Award winner for the fifth consecutive year. In total, seven of the 12 categories were won by engines designed with