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Parts stores in Wisconsin will be able to begin selling refrigerant for motor vehicles in less-than-15-pound containers, thanks to AAIA-supported legislation that was signed by the governor on April 2.

The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide has set a new direction for the annual MACS training event and trade show, scheduled for Feb. 7-9, 2013, at the Caribe Royale All Suites Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, FL.

We all know the competition for new customers is violent, and when it comes to auto repair and service, today’s consumers have more choices than ever before. So if you want to fill up your service bays with the right kind of customers, and turn those customers into raving fans who will tell their friends about your shop, then this Elite seminar is perfect for you.

April is National Car Care Month and, in celebration, the non-profit Car Care Council has introduced a new online customizable service schedule, free to all motorists throughout the country. The personalized schedule and e-mail reminder service, powered by DriverSide.com, can be customized by motorists at the council’s newly-introduced website.

Federated Auto Parts has redesigned its website to offer more information for its members and their service technician customers. The updated site offers new training and tech tips, plus enhanced information about Federated marketing and support programs for professional service technicians.

Just in time for spring driving, Bosch has announced a new rebate program for brake service using Bosch QuietCast disc brake pads. This savings program is intended to reward motorists who purchase QuietCast disc brake pads, and also help build business for auto repair shops that choose to install QuietCast disc brake pads.

WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, is launching a new integrated marketing communications program to promote a single, cohesive WIX Filters message under a creative platform titled “We Love Engines.”

The Federated Auto Parts Co-Man warehouse, located in Staunton, VA, has expanded again with the addition of 87,000 sq. ft. of space. With this addition, Federated is also revamping the entire operation, adding more flow pallet racking, conveyers and mezzanine space to improve efficiency and handle the rapid growth. The project is expected to be completed by mid-April 2012.

In celebration of National Car Care Month in April, the Car Care Council suggests adding a link to the digital version of the Car Care Guide to your business website as an online reference for your customers. This simple step only takes seconds to do, and it’s another opportunity to improve your customer relationships and increase service and repair business, according to the Car Care Council.

Bosch has been named “most admired” motor vehicle parts supplier by Fortune magazine. Bosch was ranked No. 1 based on responses from 3,855 executives, directors and analysts at 698 companies from 58 industries and 32 countries. Bosch’s most valued attributes, according to the survey, include innovation, people management, quality of management, quality of products/services and global competitiveness.

Raybestos brake and chassis products – a member of the Affinia family of brands – is giving technicians new cash rebates for their customers and a business-building sweepstakes program for their shops. If the potential $80 rebate doesn’t capture consumer attention, the chance to win a 2013 Raybestos ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang certainly will.

Bosch has introduced a new product called Clear Advantage to its line-up of beam wiper blades, designed to offer Bosch quality and reliability at a value-level price. The Bosch wiper blade line currently includes the ultra premium Bosch ICON as well as Bosch Evolution.