Coolant Condition: More Than Just A Wallet Flush
Overheating is a rare occurrence, as coolant can last more than 100,000 miles. But over time, it can lose its ability to protect the engine against damage.
Hyundai Accent 1.6L Engine: Cylinder Head Gasket Service Essentials
In this article, we’re going to discuss cylinder head gasket installation using a 2002 Hyundai Accent with the VIN “C,” 1.6L engine as an example. As with everything in modern engine mechanics, cylinder head gasket design has become more sophisticated than in years past.
Nissan’s Titan To Employ A 5.6L Endurance V8 Gas Engine
Nissan has announced that a new 5.6-liter Endurance V8 gasoline engine, assembled in Decherd, Tennessee, will be available in the all-new Titan and Titan XD full-size pickup trucks, completing the first phase of the “American Titan” story. The engine features four-valves per cylinder, Variable Valve Event & Lift and Direct Injection, and is rated at
New Tuff Stuff Performance Accessories Catalog Now Available
The new 2016 Tuff Stuff Performance Accessories catalog is now available. It contains more than 75 new products, including chrome-plated and Stealth Black high output alternators, starters, aluminum water pumps, power steering pumps and thermostats. The catalog has been reformatted for easier part number lookup and includes photos of every part number series. The font
Top 10 Mercedes-Benz Repair Tips
With new vehicle sales topping 17.3 million units, and import nameplate VIO also on the rise, you’ll be seeing more imports in your shop that are in need of repair. And, with the increasing complexity and interconnectivity of vehicle systems, diagnostic expertise becomes all the more important. With that said, we bring you this collection of Mercedes-Benz repair tips to aid your service efforts.
Gates Corp. Releases 255 New Automotive Aftermarket Parts
Gates Corp. has announced the release of 255 SKU additions across its product lines, expanding its OE-quality product coverage. The product release includes the expansion of the Integrated Thermostat Housing line with 27 new products covering 3.6 million vehicles in operation (VIO). Each product includes all components needed to complete the job in one easy
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. Ads Come To Life With Augmented Reality
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. has incorporated innovative augmented reality technology into its series of SMART PART(ner) advertisements that enables the print material to come to life. Augmented reality has been implemented into advertisements promoting MAHLE Original filters, thermostats and turbochargers, as well as Victor Reinz gaskets. Augmented reality is, as defined by MAHLE, “a technology that
MAHLE Aftermarket Introduces Nearly 60 New Part Numbers
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. introduced a total of 58 new part numbers in June for various types of bearings, gaskets, pistons, piston rings, filters and thermostats, now available for a range of light vehicle and heavy-duty applications. New part numbers are available for the following products: pistons and piston rings, cylinder head gaskets, gasket seals, crankshafts, connecting
MAHLE Aftermarket Introduces Nearly 90 New Part Numbers In May For A Range Of Applications
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. introduced 88 new part numbers in May for various types of bearings, gaskets, pistons, piston rings, filters, thermostats, valve guides and turbochargers, now available for a range of light vehicle and heavy-duty applications. New part numbers are available for the following products: • Pistons and piston rings • Intake and exhaust manifold gasket
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