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Features
Feature Emergency Fuel
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Pennzoil Rescue Emergency Fuel Additive is a highly refined fuel additive–an 88 octane gasoline substitute if you will–that can be safely carried in a trunk for up to five years without risk of fire under any normal circumstances. Created from…
Feature Audio And Computing
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
The Clarion AutoPC integrates car audio, computing functions, navigation and wireless communications through hands-free voice activation into a 1-DIN unit in the dash. Built on an open architecture platform and powered by the Windows CE operating system–also used by many…
Feature Non-Proprietary Initiative
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
The Passport Standards may augur a positive step for automotive service equipment and systems suppliers. As a set of standards for hardware, database and communications, it can allow different systems at a service facility to be compatible, even if different…
Feature Micro Edge Excel Wipers Improved
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Anytime you can make a wiper easier for the customer to install and easier for the jobber to stock, it’s worthy of mention. The Bosch Micro Edge Excel, with dual rubber technology, now offers improved wiping performance, easier installation, and…
Feature Lighter and Stronger is Better
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
The Strata composite technology used for Bestop’s Jeep YJ hardtops’ may seem, at first, to be out of place: such high technology for such a traditional application. Our instincts tell us that this is just the kind of product that…
Feature Plastic Protection for Cars
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
The Strongbow protection line from Armourfend consists of a line of clear plastic kits that can be cut to fit any vehicle. The program consists of only three SKUs to fit all cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. The Heavy Wear…
Feature Synthetic Motor Oil is Out of this World
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Pennzoil has launched Pennzoil Synthetic, a new line of fully synthetic motor oils formulated with Pennzane, as well as a new line of synthetic blend motor oil products, and will be using a cinematic Mars shot as part of its…
Feature Over the Counter: January 2000
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Interactive Business Training for Jobbers and Installers In a new AIA initiative, jobbers can help installers receive the business training they need without having to travel or wade through dry business texts. And, in an equally important move, jobbers will…
Feature University of the Aftermarket: Shrinkage Control Adds to the Bottom Line
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
It is no secret that at the start of the 2000s the aftermarket is a tough place to do business. Competitive pressures continue to increase, margins get thinner, and finding good qualified people is getting harder. In other words, it…
Feature MYOB: Embrace a New Vision of Your Business and a Clearer Understanding of Your Customer
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Your customer’s business is fundamentally different from yours, but do you know how?
Feature Bodyshop News (January 01, 2000)
January 1, 2000 by
Auto Service World
Ford Motor Company Acquires Ontario Auto Recycler Ford Motor Company has acquired a leading Canadian automotive recycler. The move to purchase Plazek Auto Recyclers Ltd. of Caistor Centre, Ont., near Hamilton, announced by Ford of Canada, follows similar initiatives in…
Feature Across Canada: Welcome To 2000!
January 1, 2000 by
Bob Blans
I hope the year started without too many glitches for you, and that having successfully crossed the year 2000 threshold, it is business as usual with the potential of increased sales and profits. In early December I know for a…