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The Importance of Oil Specifications for Vehicle Performance

Tomorrow's Technician

Today’s vehicles are a very big purchase in most customers’ worlds. New vehicles are highly sophisticated and require specific maintenance to keep them running to original specification. Manufacturer Requirements Almost every vehicle and engine manufacturer has unique recommended oil specifications.

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UAP’s Masse to take over GPC North America

Auto Service World

Randy Breaux As for Masse, he has been with the company since 2011 when he came on board as executive vice president of heavy vehicle parts division at UAP. Alain Masse Genuine Parts Company announced major changes to at the head of its North American operations. GPC recently celebrated 100 years of NAPA at an event in Las Vegas. “It

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From the Magazine: Ironing out your marketing strategy

Auto Service World

Not only do we need to adapt to the changes in vehicle technology on a yearly basis, we also need to change the way we attract new clients and retain current clients. Our ideal client is happy to pay us to maintain and repair their vehicle to the best of our ability. In good times and bad, you need to be marketing.

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2011 Hot Wheels Super Treasure Hunts: Return of the JDM

autoevolution

These unique vehicles have been around for decades, with dozens surfacing yearly. Heed my warning: Once you decide on collecting Hot Wheels Super Treasure Hunt items, you'd better be ready for everything it entails. I haven't met anyone with a complete collection yet, but I'm sure a few people can brag about it.

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Back to the Basics: Did You Know Why and Where Autoflow Was Created?

Autoflow

Fast forward to Chris, a new auto repair shop owner, in spring of 2011. Autoflow helped to manage the chaos by visually tracking where a car was in the repair process and by keeping my customers in the loop as to the status of their vehicle repairs from start to finish. I never had the money to fix it, and, 2.)

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Coffee and Headlights? Discover the Unexpected Use of Coffee Chaff in Auto Parts Innovation

Automotive Training Centre

Since 2011, it has used soy-based foam in its cushions. Since 2011, it has used soy-based foam in its cushions. This innovation aligns with Ford’s broader goals of using more renewable materials in its vehicles. Traditionally, headlamp housings are made from plastic and talc. McDonald’s connected Ford with their suppliers.

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Akebono expands product line with new part numbers

Tire Review Magazine

The newly launched part numbers are designed to provide coverage for some of the latest vehicle models, Akebono said. This launch reflects our commitment to staying ahead of the curve in terms of vehicle coverage and braking technology.” Stainless steel abutment hardware is included in the kits that require it, Akebono said.