The rate of unperformed and underperformed maintenance in the United States grew to $62 billion in 2010 compared to $54 billion the previous year, according to the recently released “AASA Automotive Aftermarket Status Report 2012,” published annually by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).
The Bosch portfolio of advanced wheel balancers ranges from compact, tech friendly balancers to sophisticated electronic and laser-actuated units. According to the company, Bosch balancers offer precision balancing with clear and accurate displays, incorporating easy-to-use features and navigation.
Bosch has just introduced the “Bosch National Wheel Service Promise” – a move that the company says guarantees a Bosch authorized Wheel Service repair provider will restore Bosch-branded wheel service equipment to operating condition within 48 hours of repair being scheduled.
Raybestos brand chassis parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands – has released a new heavy-duty catalog (No. RCHD-11), with coverage through the 2012 model year.
ACDelco has added 99 remanufactured part numbers to its Ignition Systems and Emissions Professional product portfolios. According to ACDelco, these high-quality, remanufactured parts are designed to meet the needs of owners of a broad range of Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Hummer, Saturn, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Geo models.
A car battery can lead a long and productive life, but sooner or later, this important part of the vehicle’s starting and charging system will need to be replaced. When the time comes to say goodbye to your car battery, rest assured that it’s being recycled by 98 percent of automotive aftermarket companies, including auto repair shops, manufacturers, distributors, retailers and jobbers, according to a study by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).
As part of the celebration to commemorate the 15th anniversary of SmartLift, the world’s most popular inground lift, Rotary Lift conducted a campaign to give away the 50,000th SmartLift. Thousands of entries were received, and a winner has been drawn: Keith Pastorius, service manager of Precision Auto Repair in Mayville, WI.
Mudlick Mail, a provider of direct mail services for auto repair shops, will begin offering its programs in Canada starting in January 2012. The company will provide its strategically targeted campaigns to Canadian shop owners through a partnership with Innivity Marketing Group Inc. of Sarnia, Ontario. Under the agreement, Innivity, an integrated marketing services provider, will handle all print, distribution and warehouse requirements for Mudlick Mail’s Canadian clients. The company will also offer Mudlick Mail strategic insight into the Canadian market.
It will be the trip of a lifetime for Eleanor Greenly of Levittown, PA, as she embarks on a Caribbean cruise as the winner of Federated’s “Cruise the Caribbean with Kenny” contest.
