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Vehicle Technology
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology MEMA Acquires Shareholder Stake in OptiCat
February 12, 2010 by
Auto Service World
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) announced that it has become a major shareholder in OptiCat LLC; the automotive aftermarket’s first supplier-owned electronic parts catalogue data aggregator. Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), MEMA’s affiliate association that exclusively represents North…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Nucap Extends Exclusive Nu-Lok Agreement with NAPA
February 11, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Nucap Industries has announced the extension of its exclusive North American distributor agreement with NAPA Auto Parts for the Nu-Lok Piston Cushion Dealer Assortment Kit. The exclusive agreement has been extended until August 1, 2010. “The partnership between Nucap and…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Used Vehicle On-Line Marketplace Launches
February 11, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Vehicle Gateway Corporation announced the launch of its flagship website, Vehicle Gateway; an online marketplace offering pre-owned vehicles from reputable dealers and private sellers. The site provides information on history and current conditions of pre-owned vehicles. VehicleGateway.com is dedicated to Certified…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology University of the Aftermarket to Present Annual Executive Education Awards for Distributors, Manufacturers
February 9, 2010 by
Auto Service World
The University of the Aftermarket is launching a new industry awards program to organizations that demonstrate a commitment to employee development through access to accredited, university-level business education. The University of the Aftermarket Executive Education Awards will be presented each…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Toronto Automotive Students Get Set for Tech Competition
February 9, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Toronto-area high schools are sending their best automotive students to the Canadian International AutoShow to test their mechanical aptitude and skills coveted by the automobile industry. On February 11, two-member student teams from Greater Toronto Area secondary schools will have…
News Auto Repair & ServiceLegislation RegulationsVehicle Technology Cross Canada Acquires Distribution Company, Builds Bumper Offering
February 3, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Cross Canada Auto Body Supply has acquired Collision Parts Specialists (CPS), a paint and body supply distributor with bumper recycling facilities. According to terms of the agreement, CPS will become one of the distribution arms for Cross Canada. “As one…
Feature Vehicle Technology The New Oil Crisis?
February 1, 2010 by
Andrew Ross
Do diverging motor oil standards threaten market stability?
Feature Vehicle Technology Knowledge Builds Confidence
February 1, 2010 by
David Halpert
Selling Emissions Control Solutions:
Feature Vehicle Technology Did Industry Predictions Hold True?
February 1, 2010 by
Andrew Ross
Brake Market:
News Auto Repair & ServiceLegislation RegulationsVehicle Technology Automotive Service & Repair Week Announces NACE and CARS Chairmen
January 28, 2010 by
Auto Service World
The third annual Automotive Service & Repair Week – ASRW 2010 – has announced that Jerry Burns, president and owner of Automotive Impressions, Inc., will return as the event chairman for the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE); and Mitch…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology New 2010 Labour Guides Available From Chilton
January 20, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Chilton, part of Cengage Learning and an established leader in reference sources for automotive professionals and Do-It-Yourself (DIY) automotive enthusiasts, announced the release of the Chilton 2010 Labor Guide Manuals and CD-ROM. Available in CD-ROM format or as a printed…
News Auto Repair & ServiceVehicle Technology Mitchell 1 Partners with AutoNetTV to Enhance OwnerAutoSite Experience
January 18, 2010 by
Auto Service World
Mitchell 1 announced that it has partnered with AutoNetTV to provide a full suite of Web videos to OwnerAutoSite.com users. OwnerAutoSite was first introduced in January of 2009 as a unique Web-based loyalty service for Mitchell 1’s Customer Retention Marketing…