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Four Seasons adds 660 new SKUs

November 20, 2009

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

DENSO to combine business in Australia

November 20, 2009

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.

Source: Motor Age

InstallerNet database offers telematics access for fleet managers

November 20, 2009

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.

Source: Motor Age

Engine Repower Council sets up Facebook presence

November 20, 2009

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

CleanFUEL USA expands alternative fuel options for light-duty fleets

November 20, 2009

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.

Source: Aftermarket Business

Autolive to acquire Delphi passive safety assets

November 19, 2009

Autoliv Inc., an automotive safety manufacturer, will acquire North American airbag, seatbelt and steering wheel assets from Delphi.

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