Meijer Media Alert: Fuel Mixups - Dayton, Ohio
Oct 15, 2005
On Friday, October 14th, at 9200 N. Main, Englewood, Ohio, our fuel distributor crossed fuels that effected Diesel and Premium Unleaded grade fuels. The problem was quickly discovered and the contaminated fuel has been pumped out and new fuel has been delivered. If you experienced a rough running or rough idling engine ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalling 160,000 Prius Hybrids for Possible Engine Problem
Oct 14, 2005
TOKYO October 14, 2005; The AP reported that Toyota is recalling 160,000 Prius gasoline-electric hybrid cars worldwide because their engines can stop due to an electrical problem, Japan's top automaker said Friday. No accidents or injuries have been reported linked to the problem, in which engines in some Prius cars ha ... Continue reading
AAA and Fire Protection Experts Issue Advisory to Help Prevent Quarter Million Vehicle Fires
Oct 13, 2005
HIALEAH, Fla.--Oct. 13, 2005--AAA, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and professional firefighters today issued a national consumer advisory requesting the public's help in preventing vehicle fires in the United States. According to recently completed research by NFPA, U.S. public fire departments respon ... Continue reading
Dave Redinger - The Neighbourhood Mechanic
Oct 12, 2005
Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years he has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be publishe ... Continue reading
XPEL Introduces Repair and Replacement Road Hazard Warranty Program
Oct 12, 2005
SAN ANTONIO--Oct. 12, 2005--XPEL Technologies Corp. -- Industry-First for Paint and Headlight Protection Products -- Significant Profit Opportunity for New Car Dealerships XPEL Technologies Corp. (CNQ:XPEL.U) today announced the introduction of an industry-first "Repair and Replacement" Road Hazard Warranty Program cov ... Continue reading
Parts Retailer Encourages Young Driver Education to Promote Safety and Reduce Repair Costs
Oct 6, 2005
ATLANTA--Oct. 6, 2005--Whether young drivers are getting the keys to a new or used car, NAPA AUTO PARTS encourages parents to teach them the basics of preventive maintenance to increase safety and vehicle performance. Having knowledge of car basics such as how much air to keep in the tires can help prevent accidents, b ... Continue reading
CARFIX Commitment to Independent Service Technicians
Oct 6, 2005
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- For the past two months, members of the Coalition for Automotive Repair and Fair Information Xchange (CARFIX) have worked to develop a non-legislative alternative to H.R. 2048, the Motor Vehicle Owner's Right to Repair Act. Regrettably, negotiations with the Coalition for Auto Repair Equity (CARE) ... Continue reading
CROSS-OVER BUSINESS FLOURISHES AT 2005 SEMA SHOW
Oct 6, 2005
SEMA members find new business opportunities in related products and services DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2005) - Attendees will have the opportunity to discover and develop new products and services for their businesses at the 2005 SEMA Show. "Cross-over" business is flourishing for the specialty equipment industry ... Continue reading
NHTSA Investigating Some Ford, General Motors Models
Oct 4, 2005
WASHINGTON October 4, 2005; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that the US Government is investigating whether the rear coil spring can fracture and punch a hole in the rear tires of some models of the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable, federal auto safety officials said Tuesday. In a separate probe, the government is ... Continue reading
Subaru Supports Fall Car Care Month
Oct 4, 2005
-- Nationwide focus on vehicle maintenance and repair begins in October -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 3 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced its support of Fall Car Care Month, a nationwide effort by businesses, civic groups, the government and the media to focus motorists' attention on the need to maintain and repa ... Continue reading
National Automotive Repair Franchise Moves Forward with Five-Year Growth Plan
Oct 3, 2005
HOUSTON--Oct. 3, 2005--Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation (CBAC), one of the nation's leading full-service automotive repair franchise organizations, announced recently two store openings and further plans for expansion in new and existing markets with 21 new stores in the US. The Houston-based corporation is im ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2005
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Oct. 3, 2005-- 3D Sensor Chips That Simultaneously "Range and Recognize" Offer Automakers, Tier One Suppliers Unique Alternative to Complex, High-End Sensor Systems Charles E. Shalvoy, the new CEO of electronic perception pioneer Canesta, Inc., said that automakers and their Tier 1 suppliers have the ... Continue reading
Company Offers NADA Dealers Free Information to Detect Vehicles Damaged by Gulf Coast Storms
Oct 3, 2005
Experian Also Building Clearinghouse for Impacted Dealers to Report Their Affected Inventories SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Oct. 3 -- Experian Automotive, in cooperation with the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), has instituted a toll-free number and e-mail address for NADA members to obtain free branded title and o ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2005
LOS ANGELES--Oct. 3, 2005--Car and truck owners who defer regular vehicle maintenance risk engine failure, loss of fuel economy and compromise safety, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. The Auto Club promotes an annual fall checkup for vehicles just prior to the cooler and rainy months ahead. The ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Screws Up Again - But Stll Mercedes
Sep 30, 2005
Posted By www.eMercedesBenz.com on September 30, 2005 at 10:00 AM CST Thanks to everyone for sending us this story, but we'll have to give credit to Gabriel for sending it to us first. Today, Mercedes announced they will be recalling 50,000 vehicles, due to a potential problem with the windshield wipers. The recall, wh ... Continue reading
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