Pep Boys Continues Expansion of National Automotive Service Network
Jun 23, 2017
PHILADELPHIA—Pep Boys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Icahn Automotive Group LLC, announced it has acquired PJ’s Auto & Tire Center in Franklin Square, New York and opened a new Service & Tire Center in Bordentown, New Jersey. “We are pleased to grow our presence in both the New York Metropolitan market and the gre ... Continue reading
Collaboration to Deliver the Mitchell Diagnostics™ System
Jun 21, 2017
Patent pending collision diagnostic system combines best-in-class aftermarket scan tool with workflow application to document pre- and post-repair scans SAN DIEGO—(June 21, 2017)—Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and Collision ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL RECAP: June 19, 2017; Porsche, Pacifica, Grand Caravan, Volvo, RV's, Trailers
Jun 19, 2017
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading
Jun 18, 2017
* Just in time for summer vacation, the average nationwide gasoline price at the end of last week was the lowest for this point of the year since 2005, according to GasBuddy. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline fell to $2.35, a drop of 3 cents in the past week and more than 2 cents below last ye ... Continue reading
AAA: 24 Million American Drivers Continue to Drive on Empty
Jun 15, 2017
According to a recent AAA survey, 24 million (11 percent) American drivers continue to drive after the low fuel warning light turns on. Drivers who attempt to stretch a tank of gas too far could end up stranded. ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL WRAPUP - June 12, 2017
Jun 12, 2017
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading
Jun 11, 2017
* According to the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands study released by market researcher Kantar Millward Brown, Toyota is the world's most valuable car brand. BMW and Mercedes-Benz follow right behind, trailed by Ford, Honda and Nissan. ... Continue reading
Jun 10, 2017
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Hyundai Recalls 600,000 Vehicles To Fix Hood Latch
Jun 9, 2017
DETROIT June 8, 2017; The AP reported that Hyundai is recalling almost 600,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix hood latch and parking brake warning light problems. The largest recall covers more than 437,000 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport SUVs from 2013 to 2017. ... Continue reading
Jun 4, 2017
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 Toyota Avalon XLS The third generation of the Avalon, Toyota's full-sized flagship sedan, debuted for 2005, a decade after the model's first appearance, and gets minor but important upgrades for its sophomore year. The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system is now available ac ... Continue reading
Jun 2, 2017
Robert Sinclair Jr.- AAA Northeast- TEEN DRIVERS 300% MORE LIKELY TO DIE IN ROAD CRASHES ... Continue reading
Icahn Automotive Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Precision Auto Care, Inc.
Jun 2, 2017
Icahn Automotive Group LLC, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire automotive service company Precision Auto Care, Inc., parent company of Precision Tune Auto Care. “The acquisition of Precision Auto Care, with more than 250 corporate-owned and franchised Precision Tune service locations ... Continue reading
Jun 1, 2017
Solar Gard is now the official protective films provider for Zero to 60 Designs – the world-class design, engineering and fabrication studio behind the famed GTT supercar. Founded by Kenny Pfitzer, the former build master for West Coast Customs and Foose Designs, Zero to 60 launched to widespread fanfare with the GTT ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL RECAP - May 28, 2017
May 29, 2017
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading
May 28, 2017
* The big auto industry shake-up this week is the ouster/retirement of CEO Mark Fields who is being replaced by James Hackett, Ford board member and former CEO of Steelcase. Since Fields took over from Alan Mullally 3 years ago stock price has dropped 40-percent and company profits have been below expectations. ... Continue reading
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