Automotive Repair & Service News
Announcements from the automotive repair and service industry, including aftermarket parts, product recalls, tires, battery service, collision, diagnostics, dealerships, auto care centers and inspections.
Mr. Transmission Attends Powertrain Expo 2011
ATRA Convention in Las Vegas, NV welcomes Mr. Transmission of Roseville, CA. - November 24, 2011 - Moran Industries
The ACC RV Warranty Group to Provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" at No Extra Charge to Its RV Warranty Consumers as of 11/23/2011
The ACC RV Warranty Group, an industry-leading RV warranty and RV service plan company, has announced an agreement today to provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" to all new ACC RV warranty consumers at No Extra Charge as of 11/23/11. - November 17, 2011 - ACC Warranty - ACC RV Warranty
Register Now - Next Available Class in January
Vonconcepts trains dealerships how to communicate better with the clients and maximize income potential through efficiency and effectiveness in the Service Department. Dealers put Service Writers in position for many different reasons, but in the end – if the Writer or Manager is not business savvy – what favor has the dealer done for themselves? Vonconcepts Training helps bridge that gap. - November 13, 2011 - Vonconcepts
Weatherford, Texas Automotive Technician Turning Wrenches on the Internet
Professional Automotive Technician is hard at work tuning up the Internet and a new website has been launched to highlight a Texas Technician. - November 12, 2011 - Plocar Enterprises
Sallas Auto Repair’s Recommendations for Keeping Children Passengers Safe
Why it’s important to take every precaution when traveling with kids. - November 12, 2011 - Sallas Auto Repair
The Buddy NightOwl Mobile Video Camera Proves to be Popular with School Transportation Directors Across the USA
tt-i launched the HD Buddy NightOwl plug & play mobile video camera this summer into the School Bus market and it is proving to be an ideal solution for Transportation Directors across the USA with limited budgets to spend on mobile video surveillance. The Buddy NightOwl offers one of the... - November 11, 2011 - TTI
Buffalo, Wyo., Company Makes Top 21 List for Federal Oil Spill Response
LBI Renewable’s bioremediation product, DUALZORB, was recently listed as one of 21 products to meet Environmental Protection Agency requirements for use in emergency oil spill response. - November 10, 2011 - LBI Renewable
Service Sales at Chicago Illinois Dealership, Kelly Nissan
Find service sales and incentives at Kelly Nissan, the select Nissan dealer of the Chicago, Illinois area. - November 09, 2011 - Kelly Nissan
Bob Gillingham Ford and Normandy High School Fun-Raiser to Raise $8000 in One Day of Fun
Local Ford dealer Bob Gillingham Ford and Parma Ohio area high school Normandy High School raises funds Saturday, November 12, 2011 for a good cause called Drive One for Your School. - November 08, 2011 - Bob Gillingham Ford
MAHA USA Recommends Heavy Duty Lifts for Repair Shops
MAHA USA, manufacturers of German-engineered automotive lifts, recommends the purchase of its heavy duty lifts for repair shops in order to accommodate maintenance of larger vehicles, including tractor trailers. The addition of MAHA USA’s lifts will allow workshops to grow their customer base... - November 06, 2011 - Maha-USA
Auto Body Shops Use Facial Recognition Employee Time Clocks to Eliminate "Buddy Punching"
An auto body shop business with three locations in the Baltimore metropolitan area has succeeded at eliminating buddy punching through the use of Fareclock’s facial recognition employee time attendance system. Camden Body & Fender was founded in 1925 and is currently the oldest auto repair shop in Maryland. They made the switch to Fareclock earlier this year, and have no regrets. - November 05, 2011 - Fareclock
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Official Marketing Representative for Flooring System for Vehicle Patented Invention
An innovative new product designed to facilitate the efficient and inexpensive repair of flooring in cargo carrying vehicles, the Flooring System For Vehicles, has been developed by Eddie Willis of Dallas, Texas. The invention's unique design provides its users with a way to insure that the surface... - November 03, 2011 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment Offers Symtech SCA-1 Headlamp Aimer at Reduced Price
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment Offers Symtech SCA-1 Headlamp Aimer at Reduced Price - November 02, 2011 - NHProEquip
Transmission Repairs in Tampa Tips From Guy's Automotive
Good suggestions on how to choose a quality transmission repair shop in the Tampa Bay area. There are times that you may get a transmission failure or a clutch problem and may need to choose the right mechanic. - November 01, 2011 - Auto Repair Tampa by Guy's Automotive
Recent Survey by Dowell Systems, Inc. Uncovers Technology Shift for Independent Automotive Repair Shops
Dowell Systems, Inc. Targets Over 15,000 Automotive Repair Professionals Whose Responses Show the Movement Toward Web-based Automotive Repair Tools is Well Underway. - October 28, 2011 - Dowell Systems, Inc.
AES's ASTech Gives Superpowers to Small Repair Shops
Automotive Electronic Solutions (AES) has changed the way auto repair shops will handle computer repairs. Their new product, the ASTech, gives small shops remote access to expensive on-board computer interaction equipment previously only available to dealerships. - October 26, 2011 - Paragon Innovations, Inc.
Advanced Film Solutions Announces Tampa's Best Car Tinting FormulaOne Comes to You
Advanced Film Solutions, Inc. Tampa Bay's premier installation company for energy control home window film and FormulaOne Automotive Films announced that they have launched a mobile car tinting service for Tampa area consumers. Founded in 2007, Advanced Film Solutions has completed more than 5,000... - October 23, 2011 - Advanced Film Solutions
Next Level Paint and Collision Expands Their Automotive Repair Services
October is designated as Fall Car Care Month by the Car Care Council. The automotive technicians at Next Level are committed to helping consumers prepare for the upcoming winter season and education about proper car care safety. - October 14, 2011 - Next Level Paint and Collision
Daimer® Publishes Report on Auto Detailing’s 3 Biggest Myths
Daimer.com released a new series of documents aimed at debunking common fallacies about using steam cleaners for automotive cleaning applications. - October 12, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Tempe Auto Glass Shop Celebrates "Car Care Month" to Keep Drivers Safe
October is Car Care Month. Here are some tips from Suntec, to ensure your car is ready for Winter. - October 10, 2011 - Suntec Auto Glass
Super Brake Upgrade Package for Police Crown Victoria Now Available Online at PoliceFleetParts.com
Better Performance & Lower TCO - New Upgrade Package includes market-leading cryogenic rotors from Fleet Physics. - October 09, 2011 - Police Fleet Parts division/ECR
Brooklyn Ford Dealer Has a Great Fall Tune-Up Special
Local Brooklyn Ford dealer, Bay Ridge Ford, is offering consumers a great special on a Fall tune-up service to get ready for winter. - October 09, 2011 - Bay Ridge Ford
Alpe’s Pick Up Major Industry Award
It was third time lucky for James Alpe at their Industry Awards event attended by almost 900 people last week at the NEC in Birmingham. - October 06, 2011 - James Alpe Limited
Francisco’s Auto Repair Brings Renewed Hope One Car at a Time
Continued Charitable Contributions to Eli Home Ensures Growth and Sustainability of Families. - October 01, 2011 - Francisco's Auto Repair
Reichert DEF-Chek™ Pocket Digital Fluid Tester Chosen by MOTOR Magazine in Their Prestigious Top 20 Tools Award Category for 2011
Reichert Technologies announces MOTOR magazine has selected the DEF-Chek™ pocket digital fluid tester as a winner of its prestigious Top 20 Tools Award. In an industry crowded with awards, MOTOR magazine’s Top 20 Tools Award stands a bit taller than the rest. Their technical editors... - September 21, 2011 - Reichert Technologies
Bob Gillingham Ford and The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation Host 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing
Bob Gillingham Ford teams up with The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation for their 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing benefiting military Veterans on Friday, September 16th, at Bunker Hill Golf House in Medina. - September 15, 2011 - Bob Gillingham Ford
Personal Trainers Seek Mentors and Technology Innovation to Boost Business in Challenging Economic Times
After 20 years in the fitness industry, one of its pioneer helps new fitness trainers become more successful and even thrive in tough economy. Personal branding and learning how to stand out is key to success. - September 11, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Helwig Auto Clinic Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary - Special Offers and Sales Planned Through the Year
Helwig Auto Clinic, the leading auto maintenance and repair shop in south-central Wisconsin is delighted to celebrate its 10th successful year in business. A Customer Appreciation Day is scheduled on Saturday, September 17th from 11 am to 3 pm. - August 24, 2011 - Helwig Auto Clinic
Miami Lakes Chevrolet Sponsors Undercover Concert with KISS Country at Seminole Paradise Hard Rock
This upcoming Undercover Concert is slated to be the best yet. The artist is still unknown, and the rules are still the same. Tickets cannot be bought, only won through Miami Lakes Chevrolet part of Miami Lakes Automall, WKIS 99.9, or Seminole Hard Rock. - August 16, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall
Guy's Automotive - Tips for Considering a Dealer Alternative in Tampa
Guy's offers auto repair services as well as a full service body and collision shop in Tampa, Florida. Their services include ABS, auto air conditioning, alternators, belts, body work, brakes, collision, computer diagnostics, computer reprogramming, cooling system, (water pumps, hoses, radiators, etc.), engines, electrical repairs, flush services, (coolant, power steering, transmission, etc.), glass, oil changes, transmissions, starters, timing belts, theft systems, major repairs & more. - August 16, 2011 - Auto Repair Tampa by Guy's Automotive
Shade Tree Garage Gives College-Bound Drivers Some Automotive Advice
Students driving to school can be prepared with this automotive advice from Shade Tree Garage in Morristown, NJ - August 10, 2011 - Shade Tree Garage
Pinnacle Performance Sales/Customer Service Training Program Gains Momentum with Tire/Auto Service Industry
Unique sales/customer service training program continues to build support within tire and auto service industry. - August 05, 2011 - Sale Away LLC.
Electric Car Service Shop: The Forgotten Infrastructure, Service, Repair, Conversions, and Hybrid Upgrades
Announcing an Electric Car Service Shop is preparing to open in our community. There, any brand of EV may be repaired or serviced and Gas or Diesel vehicles can be converted to Electric drive. Also Hybrids can be updated to "Plug-In" or longer "Electric Driving Range." It will... - August 05, 2011 - Electric Car Service Shop
Dunkermotoren USA's New Go-to-Market Name, Logo and URL
Modifies its North American market-facing name, changing from the Germanic to the English spelling of the word "motor" to recognize its growing presence in the U.S., Canada and Mexico automation markets. It will now be known in North America as Dunkermotor and a new logo and website URL accompany this change. - August 04, 2011 - Dunkermotoren USA Inc.
Auto Parts Site Autoyet Released Brand Car Parts to Fight Against Rising Petrol Price
Cash-strapped motorists will be able to fix their cars by themselves using brand auto parts that were released by auto accessories seller Autoyet. - July 27, 2011 - Autoyet
Englewood Businessman Receives Patriot Award
Robert Grieve, owner of Nylund's Collision Center of Englewood, CO was recently awarded the Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense organization putting veterans to work post-overseas duty. - July 22, 2011 - Nylund's Collision Center
Hillmuth Brothers Voted Automotive Repair Industry’s “Humanitarians of the Year”
Hillmuth Certified Automotive’s founders, Doug and Billy Hillmuth, have been voted Humanitarians of the Year by their peers in the automotive repair industry. The designation is one of the top awards from the Automotive Training Institute (ATI), an industry trade and development association... - July 18, 2011 - Hillmuth Certified Automotive
Hillmuth Certified Automotive’s Clarksville Shop Named Nation’s Top Auto Repair Facility, Columbia Shop Ranked in Top Twelve
Hillmuth Certified Automotive’s Clarksville location www.hillmuth.com has been named the Top Repair Shop in the United States. The Automotive Training Institute (ATI), an industry trade and development association, gave Hillmuth’s Clarksville shop a score of 96 of a possible 100 points... - July 15, 2011 - Hillmuth Certified Automotive
New Business Owner Takes Over Previous Mr. Transmission Establishment
Local business owner offers quality service and competitive prices at Mr. Transmission in Decatur, GA. - July 14, 2011 - Moran Industries
Fette Infinniti Announces New Infiniti Roadside Assistance Application
Through the application, any Fette Infiniti owner can get roadside assistance right at the vehicle’s location. He or she can also get accurate information about estimated time of arrival for the dispatched service, contact information for the service provider, and a reference number for the... - July 02, 2011 - Fette Infiniti
Volvo Service for Life, Available at Sanderson Volvo
The Volvo Service for Life program includes complimentary computerized diagnostics, software updates, and much more. The Volvo Service for Life program is available at Sanderson Volvo. - July 01, 2011 - Sanderson Volvo
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment LLC Introduces New Product: Extreme EX3204TC Deluxe Tool Cart
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment LLC introduces the newest addition to the Extreme product line is the 32” x22" x40.5" Deluxe Tool Cart. This toolcart comes in blue, black, and red (all are currently in stock). - June 28, 2011 - NHProEquip
Coggin Nissan on Atlantic Announces Service Blog
Coggin Nissan on Atlantic has created a new blog featuring Certified Service Technician Sarah Mueller. Service with Sarah is the voice for anyone who may feel uncomfortable in the service environment. - June 25, 2011 - Coggin Nissan on Atlantic
Donate Your Car, Boat, Motorcycle or RV to Support Barefoot Kids Foundation
Barefoot Kids Foundation has partnered with Cars 4 Causes® to process their vehicle donations. Cars 4 Causes® is America's 1st vehicle donation charity and specializes in turning donated vehicles into cash. All vehicle donations will help raise money for Barefoot Kids Foundation to provide new footwear for Kids in need. - June 25, 2011 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
Glass America Donates Funds After the 2011 Super Tornado Outbreak
Glass America made a donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund on May 25th in response to the 2011 Super Outbreak. Operating as Auto Glass Service in Tennessee, Glass America is one of the largest independently-owned automobile glass replacement and repair companies in the... - June 24, 2011 - Glass America
Stationary Commercial Car Wash Machines
Daimer® announced shipment of new Super Max™ 15250 car power washer systems engineered specifically for automotive and car wash businesses. - June 24, 2011 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
McDonald Volkswagen In Littleton, Colorado Launches Loner Bike Program
McDonald Volkswagen recently embarked on an innovative new way to get around while you wait for your car to get serviced. - June 23, 2011 - McDonald Automotive
PAM's Auto Receives Top 100 Workplaces in Minnesota - St. Cloud, MN
PAM’s Auto, Inc. has been named one of the Top 100 Workplaces in Minnesota based on an employee-based survey project from the Star Tribune. The Star Tribune Top Workplaces special section was published in the Star Tribune on Sunday, June 19. The report can also be found at... - June 22, 2011 - PAM's Auto, Inc.
Auto Glass Shop in Metuchen, NJ Hires SEO Pros to Help Customers with Window and Windshield Repair
Payless Auto Glass, has teamed up with Prospect Genius, a leader in local online advertising, to better serve the residents of Metuchen, NJ. - June 22, 2011 - Payless Auto Glass
Melli Motors Makes Car Repair Less Scary
Melli Motors announces the official launch of a fresh concept in the auto repair business - honesty and transparency in the evaluation and repair of domestic and imported vehicles. Melli Motors has opened a new facility in the space formerly occupied by Candrell Car Care in Irving, TX. Melli... - June 10, 2011 - Melli Motors & Car Repair, LLC