Two New ACDelco Rapidfire Spark Plug Part Numbers Released

ACDelco has announced the release of two new ACDelco Rapidfire spark plug part numbers, as the company continues to enhance its portfolio of competitively priced, single platinum spark plugs for older model vehicles.

MACS Announces Fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp

The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has announced the dates for its fall Mobile A/C Boot Camp. The two-day boot camp is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29 at the MACS Worldwide training facility in Lansdale, PA (suburban Philadelphia).

Bosch Announces Winner Of ‘The Gut Check Challenge’

Bosch has announced that Mike Collins of Jourdanton, TX, is the winner of the “The Gut Check Challenge” – an online competition sponsored by Bosch Spark Plugs and held from June 6 to July 18 on Facebook.

Car Care Council Hosting Largest-Ever Vehicle Check-Up Event

The largest-ever consumer vehicle check-up event will be hosted by the Car Care Council in conjunction with the 49th Annual Northwood University International Auto Show this October in Midland, MI.

Mitchell 1 Offers Free ProDemand Online Training

Mitchell 1 is now offering free online training sessions for its ProDemand repair information software to help customers optimize navigation and get the most out of the product for their businesses. Join Mitchell 1 experts every weekday at 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST (9 a.m. and 2 p.m. PST) for a 30-minute product overview, including real-world look-ups, followed by an interactive session where users can ask specific questions.

Federated Member Vaca Valley ‘Goes Green’

With high gas prices leading to higher operating costs, Federated member Vaca Valley Auto Parts decided to take action. The Fairfield, CA-based company has added four Prius C Hybrids to its delivery fleet, resulting in immediate savings.

AVI Brings High-End Technical Training To AAPEX

The AVI Training Conference will take place alongside the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) to give attendees the opportunity to participate in two industry events at one time and one place. AVI’s Training Conference is slated for Monday, Oct. 29 and Tuesday, Oct. 30 during AAPEX 2012, set for Oct. 30 through Thursday, Nov. 1. Both events will take place at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.

Mitchell 1 Updates ProDemand Repair Information Software

With the latest update to Mitchell 1’s ProDemand repair information software, professional technicians now have the ability to view the top lookups for each vehicle, saving them valuable time by providing shortcuts to the information that they are most likely to need.

Editor’s Notebook: August Is Brake Safety Awareness Month

For the sixth consecutive year, the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) will sponsor a period of Brake Safety Awareness. New for this year, the highly successful annual promotion will expand to the full month of August, rather than the typical week as in years past.

ACDelco Increases Advantage, Specialty Battery Coverage

ACDelco says it is growing its portfolio of competitively priced Advantage batteries with two new part numbers for Kia and Hyundai models – further enhancing ACDelco’s non-GM model coverage.

WIX Filters Launches New Website

WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, has launched a completely refreshed website featuring enhanced functionality, easier navigation and a modern, clean design that incorporates the new “We Love Engines” creative campaign platform.

Car Care Council Launches Web Video Series

The Car Care Council has created a web video series by segmenting its award-winning consumer video, “Auto Service and Repair: What to Expect,” into eight short episodes that will be posted to the council’s YouTube channel, Facebook page and Twitter feed every two weeks at 9:30 a.m. EST, starting Tuesday, July 31.