http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage Motor Age is the technical publication that covers the domestic and import automotive service industry for owners, managers and professional service technicians and mechanics. 2009-11-21T08:34:59Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Menkes-Automotive-rises-to-the-top-of-the-countrys/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643245?ref=25 When Vernie Menke used to wander out to his father's shop behind his childhood home, he knew he wanted to work in an automotive shop for the rest of his life. But when he walked into his first job at Paul Fischer Performance Shop in 1970, his views all changed. Yes, he still wanted to be in a shop, but this was different. The shop was pristine. It was spotless and organized ? just how Menke knew a good automotive repair shop should be run. 2009-11-21T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643245/menke-flash-260_flash.gif HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Shop+Supplies+and+Materials/SEM-expands-UV-product-offerings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643253?ref=25 SEM Products expands its Solaray product offering to include primers and putties. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643253/UVProductExpansion_643197_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643253/UVProductExpansion_643197_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643253/UVProductExpansion_643197_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/InstallerNet-database-offers-telematics-access-for/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643048?ref=25 Fleet managers and users of telematics services now can easily access location data for on-board diagnostic (OBDII) ports on thousands of vehicles, thanks to a comprehensive database service from InstallerNet. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643048null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+E-commerce%2FInformation+Systems%2FInternet/Emergency-accident-software/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643204?ref=25 Summit Mobile Solutions has released Help I Crashed My Car an auto accident emergency system, and MarketPlace, a Web-based sales, marketing, advertising, customer service and communication platform for the auto collision industry. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643204/EmergencyAccidentSoftware_643033_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643204/EmergencyAccidentSoftware_643033_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643204/EmergencyAccidentSoftware_643033_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Certified-Automotive-uses-technology-to-get-its-me/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643126?ref=25 Gene Morrill might be one of the few shop owners in the country who encourages his technicians to log onto Yahoo! Messenger during work. But utilizing technology in a multitude of ways helped the shop land in second on the top 10 Motor Age Top Shops in 2009. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643126/certified-flash-260_flash.gif HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Four-Seasons-adds-660-new-SKUs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642930?ref=25 In its continuous effort to offer automotive technicians everything they need to fulfill their temperature control replacement part needs, Four Seasons has added more than 660 new part numbers to its line in 2009 to date. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642930null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Fast-fuel-injector-cleaner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643205?ref=25 Fast Fuel fuel injector cleaner from Prolong Super Lubricants is designed to return engines to peak performance by removing carbon deposits from injector tips and maximizing the fuel spray pattern. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643205/FuelInjectorCleaner_643049_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643205/FuelInjectorCleaner_643049_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643205/FuelInjectorCleaner_643049_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/CleanFUEL-USA-expands-alternative-fuel-options-for/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642931?ref=25 CleanFUEL USA, a supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems, is debuting its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter engine. The new engine system will be available the first quarter of 2010 and the company is now taking orders to meet the increased demand for greener fleet vehicles, as the Department of Energy (DOE) starts to award stimulus funds this December. Propane projects were one of the largest beneficiaries of alternative fuel grants given under the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), securing $33.5 million. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642931null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Paint+%26+Refinish/Pistol-grip-spray-can-tool/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643206?ref=25 CAN-GUN1 from SafeWorld is a new pistol grip spray can tool that easily snaps on to standard aerosol spray cans, transforming them into professional-style spray guns with unprecedented control, for hours of effortless, pain-free spraying. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643206/SprayGunTool_643063_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643206/SprayGunTool_643063_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643206/SprayGunTool_643063_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Engine-Repower-Council-sets-up-Facebook-presence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643050?ref=25 The Engine Repower Council has turned to the social networking site, Facebook, as another means to educate motorists about the benefits of remanufactured/rebuilt engines. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/643050null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/DENSO-to-combine-business-in-Australia/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642932?ref=25 To improve efficiency and customer service, DENSO Corporation is combining its primary business functions in Australia, such as production at Australian Automotive Air Pty. Ltd. (AAA) and, sales, service and logistics functions at DENSO International Australia Pty. Ltd. (DIAU). These functions will be integrated into AAA, though DIAU will continue to be a holding company. During this same time, AAA will also change its name to DENSO Automotive Systems Australia Pty. Ltd. (DNAU). All changes will take effect April 1, 2010. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642932null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/High-performance-oil-cleaner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643244?ref=25 Wizards Products introduces: Crud Release a high performance cleaner that will attack and dissolve crud build-up from your most difficult cleaning projects, according to the company Crud Release destroys grease and oil on contact, eliminates diesel soot, removes ink from unwanted surfaces and works equally as fast on oil- and water-based stains. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643244/GreaseOIlCleaner_643196_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/643244/GreaseOIlCleaner_643196_100_main.jpg 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http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Motorcar-starters-amp-alternators-catalog-wins-awa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642782?ref=25 Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. has received the Best New Catalog of a Product Line for Import Cars or Trucks award from The Auto International Association (AIA) for its Quality-Built Starters and Alternators Catalog. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642782null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Touring-tire-increases-efficiency/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642900?ref=25 Cooper's GFE (Greater Fuel Efficiency) touring tire features Cooper Energy Return Technology (CERT), an innovative tread stock with silica and a specialized polymer to provide low rolling resistance while maintaining outstanding wet grip and long tread life, according to the company. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z 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http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Equipment-and-Tool-Institute-launches-TPMS-study/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642759?ref=25 The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) is continuing to assist members in bringing new and improved equipment and tools to the marketplace, and is launching its second Market Research Study to cover Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and specific questions on the growing trend of the OEMs to equip vehicles with telematics solutions. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642759null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Autolive-to-acquire-Delphi-passive-safety-assets/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642784?ref=25 Autoliv Inc., an automotive safety manufacturer, will acquire North American airbag, seatbelt and steering wheel assets from Delphi. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z 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http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hankook-Tire-achieves-victory-at-Super-Lap-Battle-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642760?ref=25 For the second year in a row, when the smoke cleared from the Super Lap Battle Finals a Hankook driver was on top of the podium. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642760null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Hydraulic-rolling-jack/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642902?ref=25 Branick's heavy duty air/hydraulic Rolling Jack with telescoping mounting brackets fits many of the most popular lifts, the company reports, noting that the various models are compatible with original equipment jacks. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642902/RollingJack_642806_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642902/RollingJack_642806_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642902/RollingJack_642806_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Hand-sanding-cleaner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642897?ref=25 The new Dust Doctor from Motor Guard revolutionizes hand sanding by providing an instant means of cleaning loaded abrasive sheets, according to the company. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642897/HandSanderCleaner_642069_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642897/HandSanderCleaner_642069_100_main.jpg 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The top shop in 2009 is Menke Automotive Repair in Newburgh, Ind., and shops from Colorado, Ohio, Florida, North Carolina, California, Michigan, Arizona and another Indiana shop round out the list. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642710null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Welding/Bulk-package-for-arc-welding-wire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642895?ref=25 ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduces the EcoCoil, a new economical and eco-friendly bulk package for submerged arc welding wire. 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642895/PackageforWire_642007_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642895/PackageforWire_642007_100_main.jpg 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http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642343null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Penray-promotes-Mary-Shelton-to-marketing-analyst/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642363?ref=25 Penray has announced that Mary Shelton has been promoted to marketing analyst, effective immediately. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642363null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Welding/Regulator-line-boasts-safety-capacity/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642763?ref=25 ESAB manufactures a complete line of regulators known for safety and capacity, with built-in explosion protection, according to the company. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642763/SafetyFocusedRegulators_642464_100_thumbnail.jpg 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Kaeser Modular Membrane Dryer (KMM) is helps produce dew points from 40 degrees F to minus 40 degrees F. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642764/ModularMembraneDryer_642470_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642764/ModularMembraneDryer_642470_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642764/ModularMembraneDryer_642470_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Welding/Regulator-line-boasts-safety-capacity/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642762?ref=25 ESAB manufactures a complete line of regulators known for safety and capacity, with built-in explosion protection, according to the company. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z 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http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642355null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Auto-transportation-CEOs-form-Electrification-Coal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642385?ref=25 More than a dozen business leaders -- including Carlos Ghosn, President & CEO of Nissan Motor Company; David W. Crane, President & CEO of NRG Energy; and Frederick W. Smith, Chairman, President & CEO of FedEx Corporation -- converged to form the Electrification Coalition. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642385null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Three-CARS-attendees-win-with-Toyotas-Techstream-L/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642352?ref=25 Toyota has introduced a new Techstream Lite Diagnostic Kit, developed to make factory level Toyota Techstream Diagnostics more affordable. Demos of the new system were available at the recent CARS Expo in Las Vegas, and attendees were encouraged to enter a drawing to win one of three Techstream Lite Diagnostic Kits. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642352null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Van%2C+Light+Truck%2C+SUV/ARE-bedslide-roll-out/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642761?ref=25 A.R.E. has outfitted its latest project truck, the A.R.E. Exterminator with a BedSlide. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642761/BedslideRollout_642459_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/642761/BedslideRollout_642459_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/More-DIY-maintenance-reported-for-2009-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642322?ref=25 With fewer consumers purchasing new vehicles and deciding to keep their vehicles on the road longer, consumers reported increased vehicle maintenance behaviors in several areas in 2009, according to The NPD Group, whose recent automotive aftermarket research reveals that more than 90 percent of consumers say they will do the same amount of maintenance or more in 2010. 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/472009/642322null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Citing-positive-brand-recognition-Pirelli-Drivers-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642055?ref=25 Pirelli says Porsche racers competing on its P Zero Racing Slicks and Racing Rain tires are impressed with this year?s inaugural Pirelli Drivers Cup USA, and the series will run again next year. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642055null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/EcoBoost-engine-attracts-younger-buyers-Ford-repor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641873?ref=25 EcoBoost(TM) engine technology is driving younger, more affluent customers to Ford showrooms, the automaker reports. And many of these buyers are hot to trade in their competitive-make vehicles to get their hands on one equipped with the fuel-efficient direct-injection turbocharged EcoBoost engine. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641873null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Redline-offers-aftermarket-service-light-reset-pro/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641971?ref=25 Redline Detection has introduced the "Lights Out" service light reset solutions guide for Mercedes Benz for the global automotive aftermarket. The Lights Out guide provides automotive technicians with step-by-step directions to quickly and easily reset the maintenance alert on nearly every Mercedes Benz model on the market today. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641971null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Mobil-1-endorsed-as-oil-for-the-Cadillac-Escalade-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641878?ref=25 ExxonMobil reports that Mobil 1 has been selected as the factory- and service-fill endorsed motor oil for the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, the first-ever, full-size luxury sports utility vehicle to feature hybrid powertrain technology. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641878null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-Business-Solutions-opens-new-facility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641948?ref=25 One gigabyte. That's how much data is processed every second through Snap-on Incorporated's fiberwires, which amounts of to billions of page views per month. Snap-on Business Solutions, the tool company's technology arm, celebrated continued growth with the opening of a new facility last week in Richfield, Ohio. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641948null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Mercedes-Benz-debuts-ML450-HYBRID-4MATIC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641872?ref=25 Mercedes-Benz has launched the innovative ML450 HYBRID, the first European full hybrid vehicle to be offered in the U.S. Featuring V8-like power with four-cylinder fuel economy, the ML450 HYBRID features two electric motors and a 275-hp V6 gasoline engine that work together to provide impressive hybrid power, fuel economy of 21 miles per gallon around town and 24 mpg on the highway. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641872null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/New-features-added-to-Continental-delivery-truck-t/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/642058?ref=25 Responding to customer requests for a more rugged regional truck tire, Continental says it has enhanced its HSR1 tire for commercial pick-up and delivery applications. The heavy steer regional tire now includes a curb/scuff rib feature in the 245/70R19.5 size. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/642058null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Rotary-Lift-Revolution-Lift-featured-on-Cool-Tools/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641967?ref=25 The Revolution Lift RFP9 four-post lift will be featured in an episode of the DIY network program "Cool Tools" during prime time on Thanksgiving. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641967null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Fleet-managers-to-purchase-nearly-4-million-hybrid/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641876?ref=25 Hybrid electric vehicles represent a growing percentage of total vehicle purchases by corporate and government fleets around the world, as fleet managers strive to reduce both the costs and the carbon footprints of their cars, vans, buses and trucks. According to a recent report from Pike Research, cumulative sales of hybrid vehicles in the fleet sector will total nearly 4 million worldwide between 2009 and 2015. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/472009/641876null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/DENSO-DuPont-Automotive-co-develop-eco-resin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641732?ref=25 The plant-derived resin radiator end tank, which can be found in some 2009 Toyota Camrys, has just earned the Most Innovative Use of Plastics award in the Environment Category from the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Automotive Division for Toyota and partners DENSO and DuPont Automotive. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641732null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Leather-seats-a-top-priority-for-some-car-owners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641685?ref=25 While your customers are concerned about brakes, engine performance and oil changes when they come to see you, that's not even close to the top of the list they're looking at otherwise. CarMax, Inc. recently came out with the top 10 vehicle features searched for on carmax.com in October. Leather seats top the list as the most desired feature among carmax.com consumers. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641685null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Traditional-design-meets-leverless-clamp-in-tire-c/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641868?ref=25 Hunter's new TCX575 leverless rim clamp tire changer combines traditional design elements with advanced capabilities to service everything from simple steel wheels to challenging low-profile tires on large-diameter rims. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641868/Tirechanger_641748_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641868/Tirechanger_641748_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641868/Tirechanger_641748_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Shop+Supplies+and+Materials/Cruising-the-Web-with-Road-Mice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641869?ref=25 Your customers can "cruise the Web in style" when they purchase a Road Mice computer mouse that's shaped like a car, according to the company. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641869/computermouse_641728_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641869/computermouse_641728_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641869/computermouse_641728_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Toyo-sponsored-drag-racing-duo-don-championship-cr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641573?ref=25 Team Toyo drivers Gary Forkner and Thomas Bayer have each won Division 7 championships in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series while competing on Proxes Drag Slicks. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641573null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Lightweight-wheel-has-multi-piece-look/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641867?ref=25 Vossen's new VVS085 monoblock wheel has a multi-piece look while still being lightweight, according to the company, noting that it is "the perfect accessory for those who are looking to stand out in a crowd while also maintaining comfort and proper style." 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641867/monoblock100_thumbnail.gif http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641867/monoblock100_main.gif http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/472009/641867/monoblock100_flash.gif REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hennessy-Industries-names-worldwide-sales-VP/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641746?ref=25 Hennessy Industries has announced the promotion of Mike Wilcox to vice president sales worldwide. He formerly was vice president sales North America. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641746null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hankook-appoints-new-president-of-Hankook-Tire-Ame/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641574?ref=25 Hankook Tire Co. Ltd. has named Soo Il Lee its new president for Hankook Tire America Corp. (HanAm), effective Dec. 1, 2009. In addition to his duties as HanAm president, Lee will also serve as COO for the company?s business operations throughout the Americas including the overall growth and marketing strategies for the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central and South America. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641574null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Honeywell-covering-training-in-three-new-courses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641684?ref=25 Honeywell Consumer Products Group (CPG) is making a name for itself as a resource for technicians, service advisors and distributors looking for repair and maintenance information. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641684null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Toyota-expands-service-support-for-independent-rep/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641773?ref=25 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) has released new service resources for the independent repair community, which the company says improves upon the Toyota/Lexus/Scion technical information Web site, with new functionality. 2009-11-16T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641773null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Ohio-Technical-College-donates-125000-in-scholarsh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641419?ref=25 Ohio Technical College (OTC) has donated $125,000 in scholarships to high school students who participated in the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge National Championship during the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, recently held in Las Vegas. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641419null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Tire-extends-wear-with-computer-optimized-tread/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641598?ref=25 As the Timberline line's best-seller, computer optimized tread elements extend the wear period while enhancing the traction and handling of the Dayton Timberline AT II, the company says. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641598/AggressiveTread_641437_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641598/AggressiveTread_641437_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641598/AggressiveTread_641437_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Generals-UHP-all-season-tire-fits-wide-range-of-ca/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641596?ref=25 Truly an ultra-high performance tire for all seasons, according to the company, General's Exclaim UHP is designed to fit a wide range of sports cars, coupes and sedans. It delivers excellent grip, handling, traction, cornering and braking under both wet and dry conditions. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641596/AllSeasonTire_641433_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641596/AllSeasonTire_641433_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641596/AllSeasonTire_641433_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-teams-up-with-Carbon-Motors-to-develop-Pol/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641423?ref=25 Snap-on has partnered with Carbon Motors, a new homeland security company, to help develop service strategies for the first-ever purpose-built law enforcement patrol vehicle. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641423null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Advertising%2FMarketing+Services/DENSO-debuts-2009-Oxygen-Sensor-catalog/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641594?ref=25 DENSO Sales California made available its new 2009 Oxygen Sensor catalog with 78 new oxygen and A/F sensor part numbers. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641594/OxygenSensorCatalog_641427_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641594/OxygenSensorCatalog_641427_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/641594/OxygenSensorCatalog_641427_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Purolator-updates-catalogs-for-techs-use/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641262?ref=25 Purolator announces that the 2009 catalogs for its professional installer oil and air filtration lines have been updated with a host of new details. Especially designed to enhance the efficiency and productivity of parts professionals and technicians, the updates will make it faster and easier to select the correct automotive oil and air filters. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641262null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Hankook-rolling-ahead-with-several-2010-racing-spo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641259?ref=25 After celebrating its most successful motorsports season to date, Hankook Tire plans to get back on the track in 2010, continuing its participation in professional drifting and time attack competition and re-establishing a contingency reward program for grassroots racing enthusiasts. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641259null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Petty-to-build-customized-vehicles-for-sale-relyin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641258?ref=25 Long a fixture in the top echelons of professional racing, Petty?s Garage in Level Cross, N.C. is shifting toward manufacturing performance vehicles for the public, including ?museum-quality? restorations of vintage racers, customized classics and high performance street vehicles. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641258null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/ChiltonPro-beefs-up-online-training-features/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641261?ref=25 Chilton, part of Cengage Learning and producer of reference sources for automotive professionals and Do-It-Yourself (DIY) automotive enthusiasts, reports that its professional automotive repair information system, ChiltonPRO, now includes videos and animations that demonstrate system operation, repair techniques and safety precautions to improve and simplify vehicle repair and maintenance jobs. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641261null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Womens-Board-awards-scholarships/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641418?ref=25 During its reception at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas Nov. 3, the Car Care Council Women's Board (WB) presented Jessica Randby of Duluth, Minn. with a $2,500 post-secondary scholarship, as part of the WB scholarship program, now in its seventh year. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/462009/641418null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Racer-Rado-joins-Continental-and-Hoosier-in-Time-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641572?ref=25 Running with renewed vigor via a partnership among Hoosier Racing Tire and Continental, driver Chris Rado and his World Racing Scion tC will be competing on Continental?s ExtremeContact tires in the Unlimited FWD class during this weekend?s Redline Time Attack Series at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641572null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SOMS-announces-pilot-fleet-program-with-TruGreen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641030?ref=25 SOMS Technologies, LLC, developer and manufacturer of the microGreen Extended Performance Oil Filter, has announced that a pilot testing program is under way with TruGreen, which has been using the microGreen Extended Performance Oil Filter on its vehicles. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641030null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Express-Lube-earns-national-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640998?ref=25 San Antonio-based Express Lube has been awarded the President's Award within the Automotive Oil Change Industry by high performance lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640998null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Belle-Tire-implements-heightened-employee-training/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641052?ref=25 Belle Tire, which has 80 locations across Michigan and Ohio, is offering advanced training for its technicians. Saying that the educational opportunity is ?unlike any other offered by retailers in the area,? the company?s classes are being conducted by Master ASE Technician Larry Bluford, who has more than 30 years of experience in automotive service. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641052null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/2009+AAPEX/QampA-Richard-Shiozaki-DENSO/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641091?ref=25 Despite the larger economic trends, the need for vehicle repairs and replacement continues to mount, according to Richard Shiozaki, senior vice president, DENSO Sales California, who adds that the company's aftermarket sales division posted gains of more than 20 percent last year. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/462009/641091null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Vegas-unveiling-highlights-new-Hankook-all-season-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641053?ref=25 Hankook has rolled out a new all season tire for the U.S. market. The unveiling took place at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/641053null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Toyo-taps-new-senior-director-of-sales-operations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640914?ref=25 Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. (TTC) has hired John Hagan as senior director of sales operations. A 20-year veteran of the tire industry, Hagan will have full responsibility for the management of all TTC sales operations while reporting directly to the company?s president and CEO, Yasushi Takagi. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640914null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+%26+Management+Solutions/Aftermarket-Foundation-spreads-a-giving-message-th/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640911?ref=25 The Aftermarket Foundation celebrated its 50th Anniversary by launching a new Web site to help further its goals of assisting those in need. The new, comprehensive Web site at www.aftermarketfoundation.org shares more information about what the Foundation does as the ?Heart of the Aftermarket.? 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640911null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/Honeywell-extends-multi-sponsorship-support-of-NHR/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640915?ref=25 Honeywell Consumer Products Group has extended its association with NHRA. In the contract extension agreement, Honeywell has renewed two official sponsorships and will continue to sponsor the FRAM-Autolite NHRA Nationals at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, Calif. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640915null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/No-17s-crew-chief-breaks-six-way-tie-atop-MOOG-awa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640913?ref=25 Drew Blickensderfer, crew chief of the No. 17 Dewalt Tools Ford Fusion driven by Matt Kenseth, captured his fourth NASCAR MOOG ?Problem Solver of the Race? Award after the No. 17 car picked up 27 positions to finish third in the Dickies 500 Sprint Cup event at Texas Motor Speedway. 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640913null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Exhaust%2FEmissions/Quiet-Flow-integrated-into-Walker-line-of-exhausts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640902?ref=25 Tenneco has completed the integration of premium Quiet-Flow SS stainless steel mufflers into its Walker emissions control product line. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640902/StainlessSteelMuffler_640761_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640902/StainlessSteelMuffler_640761_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640902/StainlessSteelMuffler_640761_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Electrical+Systems/New-guide-assists-in-servicing-Mercedes-models/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640908?ref=25 Redline Detection has introduced the "Lights Out" service light reset solutions guide for Mercedes Benz. The Lights Out guide provides automotive technicians with step-by-step directions to quickly and easily reset the maintenance alert on nearly every Mercedes Benz model on the market today. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640908/ServiceLightResetGuide_640775_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640908/ServiceLightResetGuide_640775_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640908/ServiceLightResetGuide_640775_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Parts-suppliers-concerned-over-health-care-reform/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640604?ref=25 House passage of proposed health care reform could be detrimental to the industry's employer-based coverage, according to the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), whose President and CEO Bob McKenna recently issued the following statement on the House passage of health care reform. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/462009/640604null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Pirelli-equipped-custom-wins-GM-SEMA-honor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640755?ref=25 A souped-up Camaro running on Pirelli tires has won the General Motors Design Award for Best Sports Car at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640755null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Brad-Hughes-joins-Cooper-as-new-CFO-as-Phil-Weaver/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640756?ref=25 Cooper Tire has named Brad Hughes as its new vice president and chief financial officer. He succeeds Phil Weaver, who announced his retirement in May. Weaver had been with the company for 19 years, serving as CFO since 1999. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640756null HTML http://www.search-autoparts.com/searchautoparts/BendPak+%7C+Ranger/BendPak-Garage-Sale-Runs-Thru-Dec-31/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/629872?ref=25 BendPak | Ranger is offering blowout prices on up to 40 of their most popular items and combinations. Now is the time to save on two-posts, four-posts, alignment lifts, tire changers, break lathes and more. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/searchautoparts/402009/629872/WheelBalancers-flash_flash.gif HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Repair-shop-seminar-outlines-bank-cards-compliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640664?ref=25 The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will host its final educational program for the year, "BankCard Secrets Revealed...Plus, New PCI Compliance Requirements: What Are They and Do You Have To Do It?," Dec. 1 at Master Collision in Plymouth, Minn., and Dec. 3 at the PPG Training Center in Edina, Minn. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640664null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/New-attachment-helps-guard-against-sun-glare/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640904?ref=25 InventHelp debuts a visor attachment that may help prevent against glare while driving. The ?Add-A-Visor? may help prevent eye strain caused by the glare of the sun while driving, and may help the driver to remain focused. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640904/VisorAttachment_640764_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640904/VisorAttachment_640764_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640904/VisorAttachment_640764_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Four-Seasons-rewards-techs-for-signing-up-for-e-ne/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640573?ref=25 The Four Seasons ?Cool It? Sweepstakes offered service providers and professional technicians an opportunity to win one of several great prizes for simply signing up to receive The Four Seasons Standard e-newsletter. Both existing and new e-newsletter recipients were eligible to win a prize. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640573null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Road-testing-a-good-plan-but-protect-your-shop-fir/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640576?ref=25 Road testing your customer?s vehicle after completing service and repair work is generally considered to be a good idea, for many reasons. Obviously it?s very important to verify the quality of your work to ensure customer satisfaction. However, validating the safety of the vehicle after work is complete can also help reduce your liability risks. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640576null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/R-L-Polk-amp-Co-sponsors-Global-Symposium-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640633?ref=25 Dave Caracci, chairman of the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS), has announced that R. L. Polk & Co. has renewed its corporate sponsorship of GAAS for the 2010 event. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/462009/640633null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/SAKOR-Technologies-offers-educational-version-of-h/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640655?ref=25 SAKOR Technologies, Inc., has announced the availability of a specially designed educational version of its HybriDyne Hybrid Vehicle Test System. 2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640655null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/DENSO-revamps-compressor-program-for-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640577?ref=25 In an effort to meet customer requirements, DENSO substantially improved its First Time Fit® automotive air conditioning compressor program. The company converted its remanufactured compressors to coreless, providing an attractive compliment to its existing factory new offering.  2009-11-11T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640577null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Events/2010s-National-Tire-Safety-Week-ready-to-roll-in-J/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640571?ref=25 Next year?s Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) National Tire Safety Week will be June 6-12. The ninth annual event is an initiative of the RMA?s Be Tire Smart ? Play Your PART program, a year-round effort designed to help drivers learn the simple steps they can take to ensure that their tires are in good working condition. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640571null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Motorcycle-maker-schedules-Women-Riders-Month-for-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640572?ref=25 If you sell and service motorcycle tires, be ready to throttle-up with a targeted promotional campaign as Harley-Davidson has set its second annual Women Riders Month for May of next year. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640572null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Engine+Parts/EQ-unveils-pair-of-Chevy-cylinder-heads/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640734?ref=25 EngineQuest introduces two new cylinder heads. Its first performance aluminum cylinder head will fit any small block Chevy engine and can help achieve up to 500 horsepower. 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640734/rsz_1chevycylinderhead_640360_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640734/rsz_1chevycylinderhead_640360_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/462009/640734/rsz_1chevycylinderhead_640360_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Goodyear-and-BBS-ingrain-concept-of-sand-sun-and-f/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640570?ref=25 A ?desert-ready? custom Silverado ZR2 equipped with Goodyear Wrangler MT/R tires and BBS RD wheels is heating up Chevrolet?s collection of concepts at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. 2009-11-09T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640570null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/Nitto-and-MRR-fashionably-steer-SEMA-Kias-blue-jea/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/640569?ref=25 MRR 20-inch wheels paired with Nitto tires are among the eclectic elements of the denim-oriented ?Antenna Soul? custom on display at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. 2009-11-09T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/462009/640569null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/TIA-booting-up-with-refreshed-tire-industry-cybers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639623?ref=25 Upgraded Internet content has been launched to boost the Tire Industry Association?s (TIA) online offerings. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639623null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/2009+Industry+Week/A-healthy-mix-of-new-traditional-media-needed-for-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639977?ref=25 About 20 years ago, most people didn't even know what an e-mail address was. Now, it's an essential part of doing business, says Todd Hayes, founder of autoshopanswers.com, who addressed attendees Friday at the NACE/CARS exhibition. 2009-11-06T05:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/452009/639977null HTML