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. 2009-07-04T04:38:56Z http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/AAIA-celebrates-10th-anniversary/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608492?ref=25 Celebrating its 10-year anniversary this month, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) is ensuring its future success by continuing to focus on what has worked in the past — legislation, education, member enrichment and global industry trends, says Kathleen Schmatz, AAIA president and CEO. 2009-07-03T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608492null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Hyundai-takes-in-first-vehicle-under-Cash-for-Clun/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608535?ref=25 Following the government's passge of the "Cash for Clunkers" legislation, a Virginia woman was the first to trade in her vehicle to Hyundai. Katherine Michon of Arlington, Va., replaced her 15 mile-per-gallon 1995 Ford Explorer with a 26 mile-per-gallon Hyundai Elantra Touring, at Alexandria Hyundai in Alexandria, under the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS). 2009-07-03T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608535null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Research-and-Markets-looks-at-tire-market-through-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608523?ref=25 Research and Markets has added "Global Market Review of Automotive Tyres - Forecasts to 2016" report to its offering. 2009-07-03T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608523null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Filters/Oil-and-Air-Filters/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608512?ref=25 The new ROUSH Oil Filters offer a high-efficiency 99.2 percent contaminants capture rate. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608512/ReplacementParts_607823_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608512/ReplacementParts_607823_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608512/ReplacementParts_607823_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/NAPA-CA-forms-green-partnership-with-Networkfleet/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608190?ref=25 The City of Napa, Calif., has received a grant from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) to install Networkfleet wireless fleet management to reduce harmful vehicle emissions. The grant was awarded through the Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608190null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Four-Seasons-keeping-techs-cool-with-new-sweepstak/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608102?ref=25 Four Seasons announces its ?Cool It? sweepstakes for service providers and professional technicians, running through Sept. 15, 2009. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608102null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Youths-taking-to-Texas-Motor-Speedway-thanks-to-Au/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608116?ref=25 Auto Mission will be taking six young men from McFadden Ranch to the Scion Drag-n-Brag event at Texas Motor Speedway this summer. Participating youth will be doing community service activities by assisting Texas Raceway Ministries Chaplains. McFadden Ranch is a Texas Youth Commission (TYC) facility. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608116null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/Yokohamas-orange-infused-tires-hit-the-market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608042?ref=25 Tire dealers across the U.S. this month will start selling the world?s first orange oil-infused passenger car tire, Yokohama Tire Corporation?s dB Super E-spec, which is composed of 80 percent non-petroleum based materials. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608042null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Snap-on-sockets-featured-on-How-its-Made/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608011?ref=25 Discovery's Science Channel is airing a special "How it's Made" episode featuring Snap-on sockets on Friday, July 3 at 9 p.m. EST. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608011null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Socket-Set/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608513?ref=25 OTC, an SPX Brand, released two new professional grade bit socket sets, the OTC RIBE bit socket set (P/N 5904); and the OTC Tamper Resistant TORX PLUS bit socket set (P/N 5905). 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608513/SocketSet_607820_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608513/SocketSet_607820_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608513/SocketSet_607820_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Ford-Sunroof-Motor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608509?ref=25 Cardone offers remanufactured Ford sunroof motors. The motors apply to a number of Ford cars, trucks and SUVs. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608509/FordSunroofMotor_608370_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608509/FordSunroofMotor_608370_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608509/FordSunroofMotor_608370_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Grote-opens-new-European-headquarters/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608117?ref=25 Grote Industries, a high-performance LED lighting technology manufacturer, is relocating its European headquarters to Niederwinkling, near Straubing, Germany. In addition to its world headquarters in Madison, Ind., Grote maintains facilities in Canada, Mexico and Asia and had conducted its European operations in Spain since 2005. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608117null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Driver-new-spokesman-for-Intermotor-import-parts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608046?ref=25 SMP has named Scott Sharp, Indy race car veteran and current American Le Mans Series driver, as the 2009 season spokesman for SMP's Intermotor brand of premium quality engine management parts for import vehicles, now available in the U.S. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608046null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Identifix-gains-20000-Subscribers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608197?ref=25 Identifix has announced that subscribers to the company's Direct-Hit product have now reached 20,000. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608197null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Career+Advice/New-metals-Chrysler-scan-tools-part-of-AASP-MNs-fa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608193?ref=25 The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will host "New Metals & Repair Technologies," Sept. 16, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., (just prior to the I-CAR Golf Outing) at Crystal Lake Golf Club, Lakeville, and again in the evening from 6 to 8 p.m., at Dunwoody College of Technology, Minneapolis. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608193null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/ASA-Ohio-hires-two-to-help-affiliate-members/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608049?ref=25 The Automotive Service Association of Ohio (ASA-Ohio), one of 16 regional groups of the association has hired two new employees at the affiliate. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/608049null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Trade-association-collaboration-projects-2010-afte/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608016?ref=25 A new Channel Forecast Model, funded jointly by three major automotive aftermarket trade associations predicts aftermarket sales to increase 4.5 percent in 2010. 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/608016null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Brake+Systems/Wheel-Mounting-Disc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608515?ref=25 Kleen Wheels' Wheelmate is a non-metallic disc designed to be placed on the wheel mounting contact surface of a brake rotor/brake drum, or between the two rims of a dual wheel application 2009-07-02T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608515/WheelMountingDisc_608375_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608515/WheelMountingDisc_608375_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/608515/WheelMountingDisc_608375_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hankook-renews-musical-partnership/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607490?ref=25 Hankook Tire America Corp. recently renewed its promotional partnership with New Jersey-based Eyeball Records, to supply musicians from Eyeball Records with new tires for their touring vehicles when the bands hit the road. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607490null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Continental-Northwood-University-partner-for-Ambas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607628?ref=25 The Continental Corporation Automotive Group and Northwood University are partnering to provide automotive undergraduates and graduate students with insight to career opportunities in the global aftermarket industry. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607628null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Hunter-named-exclusive-Chrysler-equipment-supplier/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607516?ref=25 Hunter Engineering Company was chosen by Chrysler LLC Pentastar Service Company to be the exclusive wheel service supplier at Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep dealersips in the United States. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607516null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Business+Basics/How-repair-shop-customers-spoil/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606932?ref=25 The Banana Theory differs in all its various forms, but always deals with the same problem. How do businesses sabotage their own ability to sell their product buy not paying attention to the customer? This shows its face in the automotive repair shops with hurrying the customer who wants to wait for his car out the door by promising a finish time. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606932null XML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Continental-releases-enhanced-regional-steer-tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607345?ref=25 Continental?s ?next generation? upgrade of its best-selling regional steer tire officially hit the market on July 1. The HSR2 (Heavy Steer Regional) replaces the HSR model. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607345null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hornish-Jrs-crew-chief-wins-MOOG-award-in-rain-sho/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607504?ref=25 Travis Geisler, crew chief of the No. 77 Penske Truck Rental/AAA Dodge Charger driven by Sam Hornish Jr., mastered highly variable track and weather conditions in helping Hornish post his fourth top-10 finish of the NASCAR Sprint Cup season during the Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607504null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/OpenGate-Capital-acquires-Gabriel-North-America/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607537?ref=25 OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, will acquire Gabriel North America, a shock absorber and strut assembly manufacturer, from ArvinMeritor. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607537null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/New-Eastwood-Web-site-emphasizes-interactive-conte/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607110?ref=25 The Eastwood Company has launched a newly redesigned Web site at www.EASTWOOD.com, which encourages user participation. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607110null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Valley-Towing-Systems-purchased-by-management-team/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607112?ref=25 The management team of Valley Towing Systems has announced that it has purchased the company from its former parent owner, Thule. The purchasing entity, GRLC LLC, will continue its marketing efforts under the name Valley Towing, with the transition beginning immediately. All existing staff and facilities will remain unchanged. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607112null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Tire+Topics/Bridgestones-Dahl-named-to-ASE-board/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607053?ref=25 A Bridgestone Firestone executive has been selected to serve on the board of directors at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607053null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+E-commerce%2FInformation+Systems%2FInternet/Scan-Test-Software/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607672?ref=25 Bosch has released the second version of ESI[tronic] 2009 Scan Test Software for its KTS series scan tools for import vehicle diagnostics. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607672/ScanTestSoftware_607298_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607672/ScanTestSoftware_607298_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607672/ScanTestSoftware_607298_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Michelins-tires-get-Designing-Spaces-air-time/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607055?ref=25 Michelin was recently featured on the ?Designing Spaces? national television show offering advice on the ways ecologically friendly tires can make a difference as part of the program?s ?Think Green? segment. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607055null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Filters/Synthetic-Oil-Filter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607674?ref=25 The FRAM Xtended Guard oil filter features an ultra-premium two-ply synthetic media that traps and holds a significant amount of dirt. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607674/SyntheticOilFilter_607295_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607674/SyntheticOilFilter_607295_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607674/SyntheticOilFilter_607295_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Shell-looks-for-brand-offenders/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607090?ref=25 Shell Lubricants is on the lookout for repair shops that are falsely advertising use of the company's lubrication products but are using off-branded lubricants instead. The manufacturer stresses that this type false advertising is not only illegal, but it could also damage the vehicle being serviced. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607090null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/Federal-Mogul-teaching-drivers-more-about-extendin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607077?ref=25 Federal-Mogul Corporation is working to help you teach your customers one way to increase the reliability and extend the service life of their vehicles through its ?Drive Smart Summer Service? campaign, running July 1 through Aug. 31, 2009. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607077null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Captain-Chesley-Sully-Sullenberger-to-be-keynote-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607794?ref=25 Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger III, the pilot who landed US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River earlier this year, saving 155 people, will be the keynote speaker during the NACE/CARS opening general session. His Nov. 5 address will focus on how paramount safety is in the proper installation, repair and operation of vehicles. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/abrn/272009/607794null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/BIY-a-new-DIY-breed/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607057?ref=25 A new breed of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) motorists are changing the way their vehicles are being serviced: BIY (Buy-It-Yourself) consumers are saving money on auto repairs and maintenance by purchasing the necessary parts themselves and having their local mechanics do the installations. Using the Internet to find the best prices for the parts and accessories they need, these astute BIY drivers are keeping their cars and trucks running safely and efficiently, extending the life of their vehicles, and saving considerable money. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607057null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Oil+%26+Lubricants/Recycled-Motor-Oil/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607673?ref=25 Safety-Kleen manufactures EcoPower recycled motor oil. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607673/RecycledMotorOil_607296_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607673/RecycledMotorOil_607296_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607673/RecycledMotorOil_607296_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Dorman-releases-new-service-dealer-guide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607076?ref=25 Dorman Products, Inc. the release of its 2009 Service Dealer Guide, Volume 1. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607076null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Depression-era-songs-and-newer-ditties-providing-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607052?ref=25 Although politicians and the general public may be looking askance at auto industry bailouts, the concept is striking a responsive chord within popular culture as several poignantly humorous songs have hit the airwaves and concert halls across the country. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607052null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Grote-earns-Navistar-Diamond-Supplier-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607071?ref=25 Grote Industries was awarded Navistar, Inc.'s 2008 Diamond Supplier Award, the company?s highest honor for suppliers. The award was presented in recognition of Grote?s abilities to meet and exceed Navistar?s expectations and requirements. This is the third consecutive year that Grote Industries has achieved this honor. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/272009/607071null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Climate+Control/Induction-Heating-Tool/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607670?ref=25 The Inductor Pro Max4 is a commercial grade induction heating tool with a two-year warranty. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607670/InductionHeatingTool_607297_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607670/InductionHeatingTool_607297_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607670/InductionHeatingTool_607297_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/EPA-grants-California-request-for-clean-car-standa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607687?ref=25 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today granted California's request to carry out clean car standards, which immediately clears the way for emission standards in California and 13 additional states to address global warming pollution. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/272009/607687null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Locking-Pliers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607671?ref=25 Cooper Tools introduces a line of self-adjusting locking pliers. 2009-06-30T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607671/LockingPliers_607299_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607671/LockingPliers_607299_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607671/LockingPliers_607299_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Rigid-Tread-Tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607042?ref=25 A rigid shoulder tread block design on Uniroyal's Touring Trak A/S offers added stability, handling and steering response, according to the company. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607042/RigidTreadTire_606634_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607042/RigidTreadTire_606634_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607042/RigidTreadTire_606634_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Hardware+and+Fasteners/Drive-on-Adapter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607044?ref=25 Mohawk Lifts' Speedlane drive-on adapter is available for 9,000 to 16,000 capacity two-post lifts. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607044/DriveonAdapter_606639_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607044/DriveonAdapter_606639_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607044/DriveonAdapter_606639_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Paint-Protection-Coating/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607213?ref=25 ArmorCoat Paint Protection Coating is a spray installed clear bra system designed to protect painted surface's in high wear areas of vehicles, which are prone to chipping and damage, according to the company. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607213/PaintProtectionCoating_607173_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607213/PaintProtectionCoating_607173_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607213/PaintProtectionCoating_607173_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/smart-USA-customizes-Clunkers-rebate-offer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606850?ref=25 smart USA supports President Obama's signing of the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) Bill, also known as "Cash for Clunkers." In fact, smart is the "No. 1" U.S. brand in fuel efficiency and is the only car company that already exceeds the new fuel efficiency requirement, recently set by the Obama administration, which mandates an average of 35.5 miles per gallon by 2016. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606850null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Garage-Equipment-Supply-gives-back/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606847?ref=25 In an effort to give back to the community, Garage Equipment Supply recently donated to multiple organizations and enacted the United Way Employee Giving Program. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606847null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Pep-Boys-holds-annual-meeting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606459?ref=25 The Pep Boys ? Manny, Moe & Jack elected a full board of directors, discussed company financing and reviewed goals and strategy at its annual meeting of shareholders in Philadelphia last week. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606459null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Paint+%26+Refinish/Spray-Gun-Site/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607215?ref=25 SprayTrade.com offers the ability to purchase or sell spray guns online. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607215/SprayGunSite_607137_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607215/SprayGunSite_607137_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607215/SprayGunSite_607137_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Air-Lift/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607045?ref=25 With 10 tons of lift at 200 psi air pressure, the SPX 1590 Air Lift has adjustable lifting saddles and an extra wide stance for extra stability, according to the company. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607045/AirLift_606635_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607045/AirLift_606635_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607045/AirLift_606635_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tires+%26+Wheels/Long-Mileage-Tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607043?ref=25 Calling it "a performance evolution for the daily drive," Yokohama says the YK520 is built for long mileage, even treadwear and a comfortable ride. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607043/LongMileageTire_606633_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607043/LongMileageTire_606633_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607043/LongMileageTire_606633_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Instrumentation/Altima-Dash-Kit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607209?ref=25 Scosche Industries introduces a new dash kit for the Nissan Altima. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607209/AltimaDashKit_607170_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607209/AltimaDashKit_607170_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607209/AltimaDashKit_607170_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Engine+Parts/Engine-Pre-luber-Kit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607210?ref=25 EngineQuest introduces the Engine Pre-Luber kit (PL40) that quickly pressurizes oil systems to eliminate dry engine starts. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607210/EnginePreluberKit_607143_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607210/EnginePreluberKit_607143_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607210/EnginePreluberKit_607143_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Brake-pad-reformulation-bill-stalls-in-legislature/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606864?ref=25 The California/Nevada/Arizona Automotive Wholesalers' Association (CAWA), and the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) has announced that S.B. 346 (Kehoe) has stalled in the Legislature and becomes a two-year bill, meaning no further action will be taken on the bill this legislative session. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606864null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Tire-Inflator-Gauge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607222?ref=25 K-Tool International has added a dual-head chuck tire inflator gauge to its hand tool line. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607222/TireInflatorGauge_607165_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607222/TireInflatorGauge_607165_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/272009/607222/TireInflatorGauge_607165_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Exel-named-Goodyear-Fleet-of-the-Year/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606461?ref=25 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has honored Exel with its 2008 Wingfoot Fleet of the Year award, which recognizes and rewards carriers for outstanding performance in a given year. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606461null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Inventory-management-guides-retail-store-success-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606457?ref=25 A new report from the Aberdeen Group has found that retailers with best-in-class inventory management practices are outperforming others in metrics such as significantly higher inventory turn rates. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606457null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Podium-finishes-posted-by-Toyo-sponsored-drivers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606636?ref=25 Toyo?s tires rocked and rolled the legendary Crandon International Off-Road Raceway in Cypress, Calif. during rounds 5 and 6 of the June 20-21 TORC (The Off-Road Championship) Series by sweeping the Pro 4X4 Truck class podium on both days. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606636null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hillard-named-operations-manager-of-Green-Grease/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606579?ref=25 Green Grease has hired Karen Hillard as the company's new Operations Manager. Hillard will be responsible for day-to-day operations as well as heading up the Human Resource department. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606579null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/New-Yamaha-online-site-seeks-support-for-Rhino-lin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606640?ref=25 Tire dealers and other service operations covering the ATV segment may wish to tell your customers about information being provided by Yamaha regarding its line of Rhino Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606640null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/CP-releases-first-composite-38-inch-impact-wrench/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606180?ref=25 Chicago Pneumatic has addressed technicians? needs to get into smaller spaces with a new, lightweight 3/8-inch pneumatic impact wrench, the CP7735. The No. 1 feature of this new wrench, which offers  300 foot-pounds of torque in a lightweight magnesium and composite design, is how compact its about 1/2 inch shorter than other wrenches. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606180null HTML http://abrn.search-autoparts.com/abrn/Collision+Repair/Obama-signs-Cash-for-Clunkers-bill/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606769?ref=25 President Obama on June 24 signed the military funding bill that included the $1-billion Cash for Clunkers legislation. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/abrn/262009/606769null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Hankook-incorporates-three-Es-into-commercial-tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606641?ref=25 Hankook Tire annouces that its e3 (pronounced e-Cubed) is the company's new technology branding for the company?s commercial tire business. The announcement was made at the Great West Truck Show. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606641null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Industry+News/Fourth-of-July-driving-expected-to-take-a-dip/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606573?ref=25 The American Automobile Association (AAA) projects the number of Americans traveling on vacation this Fourth of July holiday weekend will decrease 1.9 percent from 2008 with approximately 37.1 million travelers taking a trip of 50 or more miles away from home. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606573null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Pirelli-equipped-car-sets-Watkins-Glen-track-recor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606638?ref=25 Pirelli is celebrating the performance of its P Zero tires as racer Scott Pruett has set the track record at the 3.4-mile Watkins Glen International road course. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606638null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Snap-on-develops-Honda-specific-tools/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606458?ref=25 With Honda becoming one of the most popular vehicle makes in North America, Snap-on has developed 10 Honda-specific tools that will help service technicians take advantage of the service opportunities afforded by the ever-growing Honda vehicle population. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606458null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Career+Advice/Student-auto-standards-test-gains-wide-acceptance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606574?ref=25 The National Automotive Student Skills Standard Assessment (NA3SA), the new comprehensive end-of-program assessment test, has been enthusiastically adopted by secondary and post-secondary automotive technology programs nationwide, according to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606574null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Report-08-US-tire-production-nearly-17-billion/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606637?ref=25 Last year?s American tire manufacturing industry?s revenues amounted to $16.9 billion, with an estimated gross profit of 17.3 percent, according to a just-released report from Research and Markets, an international publishing firm based in Ireland. 2009-06-26T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606637null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Advertising%2FMarketing+Services/Preventive-Maintenance-Plan/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606542?ref=25 Penray introduces a new Lifetime Preventive Maintenance Protection Plan applicable toward its installer kit products. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606542/PreventiveMaintenancePlan_606003_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606542/PreventiveMaintenancePlan_606003_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606542/PreventiveMaintenancePlan_606003_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/WORLDPAC-to-distribute-Versatile-Automotive-Diagno/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606157?ref=25 Versatile Automotive Diagnostics? line of professional diagnostic tools is now available across Canada and the U.S. through WORLDPAC. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606157null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Climate+Control/Coolant-Recovery-Tank/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606540?ref=25 Meziere Enterprises now offers a billet coolant recovery tank that is designed to give race cars and show cars the same consistent cooling as an everyday street car. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606540/CoolantRecoveryTank_606002_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606540/CoolantRecoveryTank_606002_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606540/CoolantRecoveryTank_606002_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Tools%3A+Hand%2C+Power+%26+Service+Equipment/Spark-Plug-Sensor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606544?ref=25 OK Spark USA introduces its spark plug sensor. This tool detects both voltage and spark without having to remove the spark plug. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606544/SparkPlugSensor_605999_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606544/SparkPlugSensor_605999_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606544/SparkPlugSensor_605999_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Tesla-Gets-Department-of-Energy-loan-approval/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606232?ref=25 Tesla Motors has received approval for about $465 million in low-interest loans from the U.S. Department of Energy to accelerate the production of affordable, fuel-efficient electric vehicles. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606232null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/CADNA-Automotive-names-Daudelin-retail-VP/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606146?ref=25 CADNA Automotive, Inc., has named René Daudelin to the position of Vice President of Retail Sales, effective July 6.  2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606146/Rene-Daudelin_thumbnail.gif http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606146/Rene-Daudelin_main.gif http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606146null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Tire+Topics/Dick-Cepek-Tires-amp-Wheels-offer-Buy-Now-Web-feat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606245?ref=25 Dick Cepek Tires & Wheels has just introduced a new feature to the recently re-designed DickCepek.com -- the "Buy Now" feature. This new feature will allow consumers access to easy, one-click shopping, instant price comparisons and a simple shopping-cart style check-out. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606245null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Paint+%26+Refinish/Color-Reference-System/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606539?ref=25 Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corp. (SWAFC) introduces the Prospector color reference system. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606539/ColorReferenceSystem_606004_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606539/ColorReferenceSystem_606004_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606539/ColorReferenceSystem_606004_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Passenger+Cars/Professional-Speaker/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606536?ref=25 Adamson Industries Corp. introduces the 100D Series Speaker by SoundOff Signal. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606536/ProfessionalSpeaker_605997_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606536/ProfessionalSpeaker_605997_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606536/ProfessionalSpeaker_605997_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Pirelli-slicks-click-with-good-grip-at-slick-Mid-O/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606131?ref=25 A peculiarly slick Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course had competitors in the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series looking to Pirelli?s P Zero racing slicks to provide much-needed grip during the June 20 EMCO Gears Classic. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606131null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Customer+Service/WIX-giving-away-Dodge-Challenger-in-contest/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606154?ref=25 WIX Filters has announced the WIX Filters 70th Anniversary Celebration Sweepstakes, which will give one lucky winner the keys to a 2009 HEMI Dodge Challenger RT Classic. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606154null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Entire-truck-wheel-line-now-has-Accurides-enhanced/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606132?ref=25 Accuride Corp. is increasing the availability of its enhanced finish for aluminum wheels. The finishing process, which produces a semi-polished appearance on unpolished wheels, is now available as standard across the company?s aluminum wheel product line, excluding small diameter trailer wheels. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606132null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Edelbrock-awards-scholarship/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606128?ref=25 Edelbrock has named Matthew Mitchell, a Torrance, Calif. high school student, as the 2009 Vic and Nancy Edelbrock Scholarship winner. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606128null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/DENSO-names-new-CEO-for-International-America/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606228?ref=25 DENSO has appointed Yoshiki "Steve" Sekiguchi as president and CEO of DENSO International America (DIAM), DENSO's North American headquarters, effective immediately. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/606228null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Exhaust%2FEmissions/Bolt-on-Overdrive/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606535?ref=25 Gear Vendors' bolt-on overdrives, recognized as one of the original green products in the industry, are designed for fuel economy and emissions reductions. 2009-06-25T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606535/BoltonOverdrive_605995_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606535/BoltonOverdrive_605995_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/606535/BoltonOverdrive_605995_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Carscom-adds-Nissan-to-network-roster/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605846?ref=25 Cars.com announced today a partnership with Nissan North America Inc. to advertise the manufacturer's certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles. All Nissan factory-certified cars available at Nissan dealers nationwide are now accessible on the automotive shopping site. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605846null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Obama-creating-automotive-council/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605743?ref=25 President Barack Obama is organizing a Council on Automotive Communities & Workers to address issues affecting American communities and workers in the automotive industry. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605743null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Alliance-sponsors-King-amp-Kasey-Sweeps/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605758?ref=25 NASCAR legend Richard Petty, up-and-coming champion, Kasey Kahne and aftermarket group Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper have partnered in a sweepstakes where the winner will receive a 2009 Dodge Challenger and an exciting NASCAR race experience. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605758null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Electrical+-+Professional+Technician/A-California-Dodge-offers-a-few-lessons-in-electri/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/606117?ref=25 Diagnosing circuits operated by a control module is not as hard as many techs think. Like any diagnostic situation, it all comes down to understanding how the module operates. Control modules are computers programmed to carry out specific functions. In order to carry out their programming, they need information. And the importance of diagnosing this came to light with a 2005 Dodge Stratus SXT. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/606117null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Snap-on-sponsors-NHRA/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605864?ref=25 Snap-on has announced it will become a sponsor of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), the premier drag racing series in the United States. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605864null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Industry-needs-cultural-change-to-survive-study-sa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605754?ref=25 A rapid cultural transformation — which hinges on replacing current management teams — is needed to successfully turn around the automotive industry, according to a new University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) report, "Fixing Detroit: How Far, How Fast, How Fuel Efficient?" 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605754null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Research-predicts-more-than-5-million-electric-veh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605780?ref=25 As plug-in hybrid and other electric vehicles begin shipping in volume starting in 2010, a robust new infrastructure will be required for charging access at home, at work and around town. By 2015, the global installed base of charge points will surpass 5 million with cumulative equipment revenues of $6.5 billion, according to a new report from Pike Research. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605780null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Distribution/MINI-expanding-dealerships-by-20-percent/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605777?ref=25 MINI USA will expand its 83-strong American dealer network by 20 percent during the next 18 months to a total of 100 outlets across the country. Most of the additional 17 MINI dealerships will be located in cities or areas that will be new markets for the brand. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605777null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Parman-Safety-Kleen-sign-agreement-for-eco-friendl/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605861?ref=25 Green motor oil is coming to Nashville, Chattanooga, Memphis and surrounding areas, thanks to Nashville-based Parman Lubricants Corp. which has signed a dealer agreement with Safety-Kleen, makers of EcoPower. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605861null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Goodyear-reducing-hours-workers-at-Tennessee-tire-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605752?ref=25 Goodyear is offering employee buyouts and reducing auto tire production at its plant in Union City, Tenn. Executives describe the decision as ?another important step? in the company?s efforts ?to align North American production capacity with weak industry demand.? 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605752null HTML http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/Industry+News/Liberty-buys-recycler-Able-Tire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605750?ref=25 Pittsburgh-based recycler Liberty Tire has purchased the Able Tire Co. of Texas as part of its market expansion plans. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed, but the arrangement presents ?a partnering in the Texas and Oklahoma scrap tire market,? according to Kelli Matonak, corporate marketing director at The March Group, which represented Able in the sale. 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/motorage/262009/605750null HTML http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/Liberty-Tire-acquires-Able-Tire-Company/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605325?ref=25 Liberty Tire, a leading tire recycling company, purchased Texas-based Able Tire Company, with the merger representing a partnering in the Texas and Oklahoma scrap tire market. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605325null HTML http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Accessories+%7C+Van%2C+Light+Truck%2C+SUV/Ford-Tonneau-Cover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605808?ref=25 TruXedo, Inc. offers the TruXport tonneau covers for the 2004-2009 Ford Flareside 6.5-foot Bed. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605808/FordTonneaucover_605760_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605808/FordTonneaucover_605760_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605808/FordTonneaucover_605760_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Chemicals/Waterborne-Gun-Cleaner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605802?ref=25 SEM releases the 77753 XXX Waterborne Gun Cleaner in a convenient aerosol can. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605802/WaterborneGunCleaner_605596_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605802/WaterborneGunCleaner_605596_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605802/WaterborneGunCleaner_605596_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Paint+%26+Refinish/Aerosol-Clearcoat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605788?ref=25 The new 40903 1K HS CLEAR aerosol clearcoat from SEM Products provides a quick drying, high gloss finish. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605788/AerosolClearcoat_605591_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605788/AerosolClearcoat_605591_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605788/AerosolClearcoat_605591_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://hotautoprods.search-autoparts.com/hotautoprods/HAP+Products%3A+Adhesives/Flexible-EPDM-Tape/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605811?ref=25 Pres-On introduces a semi-closed cell crushed EPDM tape that combines the flexibility of a standard open cell foam tape with the sealing qualities of closed cell foam tapes, according to the company. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605811/FlexibleEPDMTape_605771_100_thumbnail.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605811/FlexibleEPDMTape_605771_100_main.jpg http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/hotautoprods/262009/605811/FlexibleEPDMTape_605771_100_flash.jpg REMOTE http://aftermarketbusiness.search-autoparts.com/aftermarketbusiness/Distribution/IAC-acquires-a-portion-of-Stankiewicz-operations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605330?ref=25 International Automotive Group (IAC) has entered an agreement to acquire a portion of operations at Stankiewicz and Gimotive, a premium European distributor of insulations, dampening products, sound absorbers and floor coverings, among other coverings. 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z http://motorage.search-autoparts.com/motorage/data/articlestandard/aftermarketbusiness/262009/605330null HTML