Nov 14, 2005
BEDFORD, Texas--Nov. 14, 2005--Warrantech Corporation (OTC:WTEC), a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties appointed David J. Workman president of the company's consumer product services division, effective November 10. In addition to his leadership duties, Workman will be respons ... Continue reading
Getting Your Car Ready for Resale
Nov 14, 2005
By Frank Giovinazzi, Contributing Editor AIADA AIADA If you’re thinking about selling your used vehicle – either as a trade-in, through private party sale or to an independent used car lot – obviously you’ve got to make sure it looks and drives as good as it can. But beyond the tangible look, so ... Continue reading
CARFIX Members Tout Congress For Access to Service Information
Nov 10, 2005
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- At a hearing today before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection, members of the Coalition for Automotive Repair and Fair Information Xchange (CARFIX) touted the voluntary, cooperative National Automotive Service Repair Task Force (NASTF) as an alter ... Continue reading
Identifix Launches a New Direct-Hit
Nov 8, 2005
ST. PAUL, Minn.--Nov. 8, 2005--Identifix, one of the nation's premier sources of online and hotline diagnostics, today announced the launch of a major upgrade to the award-winning Direct-Hit(TM) system. The upgrade includes the addition of four robust new features: -- preventive maintenance plan -- complete maintenance ... Continue reading
NY Auto Dealers Open $25M Education & Training Center in NYC
Nov 7, 2005
Over 400 Legislators, Auto Executives, Dealers and Educators Attend Ribbon Cutting Ceremony NEW YORK, Nov. 7 -- Queens Borough President Helen Marshall and over twenty legislators headed by NYS Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver along with Congressman Gary Ackerman and dozens of automotive executives, area dealers and edu ... Continue reading
As the Price of Gas Falls, So Does Consumer Interest in Small Cars
Nov 4, 2005
Washington November 4, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that the rapidly falling price of gasoline has lowered interest in small cars, reports USA Today. Three popular Internet car-shopping sites report notable drops in users seeking information on gas-electric hybrids and other fuel-efficient cars. Edmunds.com says ... Continue reading
Seven Ways to Fuel Savings Tactics to Offset High Gas Prices
Nov 3, 2005
ATLANTA--Nov. 3, 2005--With fuel prices continuing to rise, NAPA AUTO PARTS recommends that consumers strategically invest in seven short-term maintenance tactics to achieve long-term savings from improved engine efficiency and fuel mileage. Specifically, replacing air filters, fuel filters, oxygen sensors and spark pl ... Continue reading
CPSC Posts Recall to its Web Site
Nov 2, 2005
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that the following voluntary recall alert was posted in cooperation with the manufacturers of the products listed below. Recalls can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO ) ... Continue reading
Free Car Washes for Veterans on Veterans' Day, November 11, 2005
Nov 2, 2005
MALDEN, Mass.--Nov. 2, 2005--In recognition of all the Veterans who have served our country, Wash Depot Holdings, Inc., is offering free car washes to all war-and-peacetime Veterans (and active military personnel) on Veterans' Day, Friday November 11, 2005. All a Veteran or active military person has to do to receive a ... Continue reading
Nov 2, 2005
SHELBY, N.C.--Nov. 2, 2005--Responding to the need to protect rescue workers from electical dangers when extricating victims from hybrid electric vehicles, Hurst has introduced a new specialized rescue tool. Similar in power and construction to other popular Jaws of Life hydraulic spreaders and cutters the new Cen SC14 ... Continue reading
Nov 1, 2005
LAS VEGAS--Nov. 1, 2005--Ryan Kooiman hit the jackpot in Las Vegas today when he competed against top mechanics from across the country to take top prize in the BP search for the Amoco Ultimate "Golden Mechanic." Kooiman, from Allendale, MI, who serves as the drivability tech and shop foreman at Tolman's Auto Tech Grou ... Continue reading
Yahoo! Unveils Automotive Enthusiast Site at 2005 SEMA
Nov 1, 2005
LAS VEGAS--Nov. 1, 2005--Yahoo! today announced the beta launch of Yahoo! Autos Custom, a new site that provides a suite of online tools and services that enable enthusiasts to find, use, share and expand their automotive knowledge. Premiering today at the 2005 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, ... Continue reading
Nov 1, 2005
Turtle Wax Ice Polish and Detailer Provide Unprecedented Shine, Protection, Ease of Use CHICAGO, Nov. 1 -- Turtle Wax(R) Inc. introduced a new car polish formula today at the AAPEX and SEMA auto shows in Las Vegas called Turtle Wax(R) Ice(TM) Synthetic Car Polish. Unlike traditional car polish, Turtle Wax Ice is a clea ... Continue reading
NADA Offers '8 Simple Steps' to Lower Gas Costs
Oct 31, 2005
MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 31 -- Millions of Americans are feeling the pinch of higher prices at the pump and looking for ways to cut costs. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has developed a new downloadable fact sheet with fuel-efficiency tips for consumers, 8 Simple Steps to Lower Fuel Costs. "Dealers are con ... Continue reading
Consumers Crucial In Outcome of Oil Change Intervals
Oct 29, 2005
LITTLE FALLS, N.J., Oct. 28 -- U.S. consumers could be in the middle of a tug-of-war between two leading providers of passenger car motor oil over whether the intervals between oil changes will keep increasing to favor high-performance lubricants, according to a new study by Kline & Company. For the foreseeable future, ... Continue reading
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