Oct 13, 2004
MANCHESTER, England--Oct. 13, 2004--Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions (TDS) will launch its latest service bay product, the Teradyne Pocket Tester featuring Honda & Acura diagnostic software, at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, Nevada, November 2 - 5. TDS authors this diagnostic software for H ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: "Women Are Customers, Too!" Seminar
Oct 13, 2004
The "Women Are Customers, Too!" Seminar is aimed at service advisors and independent service center personnel and explores the significance of women as vehicle owners, their purchasing power and input on the automotive service business. The seminar takes place on November 5 from 1:30 - 4:45 p.m. at the Flamingo Las Veg ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Helps Consumers Combat Higher Gas Prices With 10 Tips for Improving Fuel Economy
Oct 12, 2004
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 12 -- Consumers tired of rising gas prices but not ready to trade-in their gas-guzzling vehicles or to rely solely on public transportation will benefit from the "10 Tips for Improving Fuel Economy" from the editors at Edmunds.com, (http://www.edmunds.com/), the premier online resource for au ... Continue reading
ACDelco Recommends Fall Vehicle Check-up - An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Cure
Oct 12, 2004
GRAND BLANC, MICH. - Colder weather is just around the corner, and ACDelco advises vehicle owners to get the jump on preparing their vehicle for cold weather now in order to avoid additional hassles, lengthy delays or costly unanticipated expenses. Preventive vehicle maintenance can save you time in the long run and ma ... Continue reading
Nissan Faces Infiniti G35 Brake Defect Lawsuit
Oct 11, 2004
LOS ANGELES, Oct 11, 2004; Reuters reported that consumers have filed a proposed nationwide class action suit in Los Angeles against Nissan North America Inc. over a brake defect in the Infiniti G35 they say has undercut the vehicle's resale value. The lawsuit, filed on Friday, asks that the automaker reimburse owners ... Continue reading
AAIA Releases Report on Equipment Purchasing Trends-Report on Tool Purchasing Also Available
Oct 11, 2004
> Dear Aftermarket Industry Expert: > > Did you know that motor vehicle repair shops value quality more than > any other factor when purchasing shop equipment? The next most > important factor influencing their decisions was service, followed by > warranty. On the other hand, price was only the fifth most important > r ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago Announces 'Car Care Seminar' Oct. 16
Oct 11, 2004
AURORA, Ill., Oct. 11 -- AAA Chicago will hold a free car care seminar on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at its corporate headquarters in Aurora. The general public is invited to attend this timely and informative seminar to learn more about the importance of proper vehicle maintenance just as the Midwest pre ... Continue reading
Car Care Council - Maintenance Tips and Articles
Oct 11, 2004
The following articles are derived from the Car Care Council library to help you better understand how to take care of your car. Organized by subject area, they include a word count and brief description. If you'd like to suggest a topic, please contact info@carcare.org. Appearance High Water HeadachesWhile your vehicl ... Continue reading
Wal-Mart Same-Store Sales Up 2.4 Percent
Oct 7, 2004
CHICAGO October 7, 2004; Reuters reported that Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world's largest retailer, on Thursday said sales at stores open at least a year rose 2.4 percent in September, slightly higher than its preliminary report but still toward the low end of its forecast range. The world's largest retailer also said i ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2004
- New Agreement With RPM Group Expected to Add Approximately $3 Million in Annualized Revenues - ALSIP, Ill., Oct. 7 -- Universal Automotive Industries, Inc. today announced it has been selected by RPM Group, a national automotive aftermarket buying group, as its preferred supplier for brake friction. The company said ... Continue reading
Cruise Control Get "Stuck" at 120 Mph
Oct 5, 2004
, 4:32 PM EDT PARIS October 5, 2004; The AP reported that caught in a car that won't slow down: Sounds like a scene from the Sandra Bullock movie "Speed" or a video game, right? A motorist in France claims that is what happened to him Sunday when his cruise control got stuck at 120 miles per hour, forcing police to hel ... Continue reading
Nissan Motor Recalls 26,077 Cars
Oct 5, 2004
TOKYO October 5, 2004; The AP reported that Nissan Motor Co. said Tuesday it would recall a total of 26,077 cars including about 100 in the United States to fix defective brake lights and faulty bolts used in the vehicles' propellor shaft. There were no reports of injuries due to the defects. The models subject to the ... Continue reading
Oct 5, 2004
CARPINTERIA, Calif., Oct. 4 -- Turbodyne Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: TRBD; Berlin: TUD) (the "Company") issued the following report today, to update the status of its affairs: The Company announced today that it has completed the development of two next generation models of its patented electronic boosting ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Parts & Services Promotion: 'Take 2 Movie Ticket Giveaway'
Oct 5, 2004
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 4 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. Inc., (TMS) today announced its "Take 2 Movie Ticket Giveaway," which commenced Oct. 1 and runs through Oct. 31. When customers spend at least $20 in parts or service at participating Toyota dealerships, they can receive two complimentary movie tickets redeemable a ... Continue reading
GM Launches New Ad Spots for GM Goodwrench Campaign
Oct 4, 2004
Spots Add Sidekick For Stephen Colbert Character DETROIT October 4, 2004; The search for Mr. Goodwrench continues. But this time, Stephen Colbert has a little help. Colbert, a comedian who also plays a correspondent on "The Daily Show," returns in two new national TV spots in the next phase of the "Looking for Mr. Good ... Continue reading
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