Federal-Mogul Corp. has developed a new EcoTough-coated piston for gasoline engines that combines the properties of low wear and low friction in a single application.
SEMA urged the United States Senate to pass H.R. 5297, the “Small Business Jobs and Credit Act,” which passed in June and would create a $30 billion fund to provide banks with less than $10 billion in assets access to capital to lend to small businesses.
The University of the Aftermarket is now registering participants for 12 new online Distance Learning courses that enables busy aftermarket professionals to continue their progress toward an AAP or MAAP certificate.
The 2010 SEMA Show and AAPEX, both of which are held the first week of November in Las Vegas, are open to auto-related buyers, technicians, retailers, dealers, manufacturer’s reps and other specified categories.
Pennsylvania automotive service providers can now apply for financial assistance to purchase and install systems that will help their customers get better gas mileage and increase the life of their tires by inflating them with nitrogen.
The Climate Protection Partnership division of the U.S. EPA and the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide recognize the seven mobile air conditioning service facilities for being among the first to complete all the steps of the Climate Protection Pledge.
Chris Lapierre, owner of Lapierre’s Auto Repair in Attleboro, MA, believes the “Right to Repair” bill is a step in the right direction, but he is concerned that the cost of new software and machines may result in higher repair costs for his customers.
The N.J. Gasoline, C-Store and Automotive Association is upset with Governor Chris Christie over the state’s decision to eliminate vehicle safety inspections.
