Auto Value And Bumper To Bumper Kick Off 2019 Technician Of The Year Trip

The technicians flew into Detroit on July 15 for a four-day trip, during which they’ll sit through a 90-minute custom ASE test, have some fun and hope to be crowned winner at the celebratory closing banquet.

Spark Plugs Need To Be Replaced Periodically, Advises Car Care Council

“Many car owners delay spark plug repair on their vehicles, even after they have failed. This is a mistake since fouled, damaged or worn out spark plugs can lead to engine damage, reduced fuel efficiency and poor performance like misfiring, hard starting and sluggish acceleration,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.

Safebraking.Com Relaunches To Highlight The Importance Of The Automotive Brake Industry Practices And Standards

The site features the latest news, technical information, videos and photos from a variety of industry sources and brake professionals with an emphasis on daily content updates to make it the premier destination for all things about the brake system.

University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Announces Record Number Of Scholarships Awarded

Nearly 400 students were selected to receive scholarships totaling a record-setting $557,600 in scholarships awarded.

New Board Of Directors Announced By Auto Care Association

This board is effective as of July 1, 2019.

Automotive, Mobility Leaders Publish Framework For Safe Automated Driving Systems

The companies – Aptiv, Audi, Baidu, BMW, Continental, Daimler, Fiat Chrysler, HERE, Infineon, Intel and Volkswagen – say it’s the largest report to date on how to build, test and operate a safe automated vehicle.

Best State For Car Enthusiasts: South Dakota

Nebraska was the runner-up, with the third-highest rate of per-capita spending on automotive products and concentration of auto dealers relative to its adult population.

Icahn Automotive Celebrates Final 2019 Technical School Partnership At Orlando Universal Technical Institute

To celebrate the partnerships, Dominic Lightner, an automotive technology student at UTI in Orlando was presented with a $2,500 scholarship from Icahn Automotive.

AAPEX 2019 To Recognize Exhibitors With Best Booth Awards

AAPEX 2019 has lined up specialists from the exhibition industry to tour the show floor and select Best Booth Award winners using design, staffing and exhibition best practices as the criteria.

Average Age Of Cars And Light Trucks In US Rises Again In 2019 To 11.8 Years, IHS Markit Says

This acceleration of average age can easily be seen when looking across the past 17 years, according to the research firm.

Autel Releases New Interactive Product Catalog

The Full Tool Catalog, TPMS Catalog and ADAS-focused 12-page brochure can now be viewed on a PC, tablet or smartphone. Files of the catalogs can be easily shared and downloaded to facilitate communication between sales reps and customers about Autel products.

US Aftermarket Sales Reach $297B In 2018, Exceeding Forecasted Growth By Nearly $1B

The Joint Channel Forecast Model produced by AASA and the Auto Care Association predicts sales will total $338 billion through 2022.