Interact, Review, Improve
It’s the best time to look back, review tire performance, and make recommendations for 2014.
Mobile Awareness Releases Integrated Fleet TPMS Solution
Mobile Awareness said its MobileTraq Vue, integrated with TireStat TPMS sensors, creates the most advanced tire pressure management system available for commercial trucks.
Integrated Fleet TPMS Solution
Mobile Awareness said its newly-released MobileTraq Vue, integrated with TireStat TPMS sensors, creates the most advanced tire pressure management system available for commercial trucks. MobileTraq Vue is a rugged, flexible asset-based monitoring system for both connected and stand-alone truck and trailer monitoring. Featuring an intuitive, programmable color touch-screen display that allows the driver to see
AAIA Hosts Global Issues Talks with European Aftermarket Leaders
To promote cooperation on legislative and technical issues of importance to the economic health of the global independent auto care industry, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) recently hosted leaders of several European and South African aftermarket organizations for week-long talks. Among the issues addressed were right to repair, challenges posed by car company telematics
New Michelin Solutions Division Launches with Effifuel
A new division within the Michelin Group dedicated to improving its customers’ fleet fuel efficiency has launched with what it claims is a unique offer for truck and trailer fleets. The Effifuel solution, targeted at both haulers and owner-operators, is designed to help customers contain and reduce their fuel costs. Through the new initiative, Michelin
New Report Projects Aftermarket to Reach $263 Billion
The U.S. automotive aftermarket – parts, service and tires – is expected to grow 3.4% annually through 2016 to $263.8 billion, according to the new Channel Forecast Model sponsored by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). AAIA and AASA said they partnered to produce the Channel Forecast Model
New Diagnostic Scan Tools from Delphi
Delphi introduced three diagnostic scan tools and flash programmers, including 36 accessories, covering North American and Asian applications. Technicians connect the tool to the OBDII connector under the instrument panel to determine trouble codes and are guided to the suspect area. Additionally, technicians have access to the latest OE data and software, as well as
Aftermarket eForum App Launched
Attendees of the 2013 Aftermarket eForum, set for May 22-23 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill., can stay connected to the event by downloading the eForum app to their smartphones and tablet devices from www.eventmobi.com/eforum. The Aftermarket eForum app provides access to the registered attendees, sponsors and presenters through the app directory. Users
Schrader, Fuller Brothers form OTR Partnership
Schrader has announced that Fuller Brothers, manufacturer and supplier of the Tire Life tire and rim protection product, is now a distributor-partner of Schrader’s complete Off-the-Road (OTR) line. The partnership was formally announced at the 2013 Tire Industry Association OTR Conference, held Feb. 20-23 in Puerto Rico. “The Fuller Brothers-Schrader partnership brings the best of
Schrader Expands TPMS Applications with EZ-Tire Sensors
Schrader introduced its EZ-tire tire-mounted sensors at this week’s SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo. Using the same programmable sensing technology as its valve-mounted EZ-sensor, the EZ-tire sensor is enclosed within a small, circular, rubber fitment package that easily adheres to the inner liner of the tire. Schrader said given its location, the EZ-tire solution expands the