Author: Search Auto Parts | Automotive News – Industry News
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AASA goes beyond replacement parts
In the latest of its ?Special Report? series addressing aftermarket replacement parts quality, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) examines the many processes and services which accompany quality products in, ?What Else Is i…
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Adventuresome promotion rolled out for unveiling of tire care kit
Blue Magic is introducing its new Supreme Wheel & Tire Care Kit with a promotion that has the company?s CEO ?pulling out all of the stops by putting himself on the road to spread his passion for the product and get it moving off of stor…
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Snap-on Masters of Metal Tour heading to a city near you
With customized semi-trailers full of the latest and greatest Snap-on® tools and equipment, the Snap-on Masters of Metal Tour is on the road and heading to a city near you. This interactive tour celebrates automotive service technicians…
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Maryland finalizes vehicle refinishing regulation
Maryland’ Vehicle Refinishing Regulation officially became effective April 16, 2012, and can be found on the Maryland Division of State Documents website.
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Choosing oil, filters
Most car owners know that they need to change their vehicle?s oil and filter periodically, even though they may not always follow the original equipment manufacturer?s (OEM) recommended schedule. The type of oil their car needs is usually easy …
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Valeo service website offers technical support chat feature
Valeo Service USA, Valeo’s aftermarket division, has launched a technical support web chat feature on its www.valeoserviceusa.com website. Site visitors now have access to the company?s technical support specialists, who are available…
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ITC rejects petition objecting to Chinese commercial truck wheels
Accuride Corp. is expressing disappointment with a ?negative final determination? by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that the domestic commercial vehicle steel wheel industry has not been ?injured or threatened with injury? by imp…
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GEICO VP named to CAPA board
The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) elected Bill DeGrocco of GEICO Insurance to its board of directors. GEICO was one of the original founders of CAPA 25 years ago.
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BMW picks Hankook to provide factory fitments for UHP tires
Hankook is now an original equipment tire supplier for the new BMW 3-Series.
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Export opportunities abound
Connected car technology is getting another boost, this time in the form of a hefty investment by the world’s largest chipmaker, Intel. Earlier this year, the company announced several investments designed to spur innovation and product develop…