Americans Driving Fewer Miles in 2008
(SEMA News) The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration has reported a decrease in the amount of miles driven.
Making Waves: This Year’s SEMA Styles are Sure to Impress
In a few days, the 2008 SEMA Show will get underway. In spite of the current economic climate, there is still a lot to be gained by attending the show. New vehicles are still arriving and consumers are still looking for ideas on how to improve upon OE parts. One of the most anticipated cars
Conti Introduces Security Features to Prevent Counterfeiting
In future, ATE branded aftermarket automotive products from Continental AG will be absolutely identifiable as ATE original replacement parts, the manufacturer promises.
Bosch to Acquire Morse’s Friction Business
(AftermarketNews.com) Bosch plans to acquire the brake friction business of the Morse Automotive Corp., headquartered in Chicago, Ill.
UK Online Car Parts Supplier Reports European Buying ‘Frenzy’
One UK-based online car parts retailer reports a ‘frenzy’ of ordering from our motoring friends in France, Germany and Spain.
Getting His ACT Together
(Bangkok Post) AutoCare & Tire was born from the acquisition of Shell Autoserv by tyre manufacturer Bridgestone.
Bendix Promo Sends Winner to Daytona 500
Honeywell Friction Materials has launched “Brake Into the Winner’s Circle,” a new promotion that gives service technicians a chance to win a VIP trip for two to the 2009 Daytona 500.
Schaeffler Likely to Take Control of Continental AG in 2010
Schaeffler Group is likely to wait until 2010 before it takes full control of Continental AG, German radio station NDR1 reported on July 16, just a day after Continental rejected the smaller company’s 11.2 billion euro takeover run.
ArvinMeritor Takes Belgium Brake Maker
ArvinMeritor Inc. is acquiring Trucktechnic, a remanufacturer and distributor of commercial vehicle disc and foundation brakes and components, based in Liege, Belgium.
Mystifying Math: Addition to Tire Sidewalls Leaves Consumers Confused
When we bend over to read a tire sidewall, we practically need a magnifying glass to read all the information, especially on super low aspect ratio tires. Why is this? It seems we’ve added – and will continue to add – more and more tire nomenclature, all of it designed to save us from ourselves.