Indie Garage Articles

GF-6 lineup from Quaker State announced

Quaker State has announced the motor oils within the product portfolio that meet the new ILSAC GF-6 specifications. ILSAC GF-6 is the name of the next-generation of standards set by the International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) for...

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Continental OE windshield wiper system parts

Continental has introduced a new line of original equipment windshield wiper systems replacement parts that are available directly to the aftermarket. Formerly dealer-only parts, the Continental program offers 20 part numbers of windshield wiper motors and...

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NHTSA investigating Chevy Bolt EV fires

NHTSA investigating Chevy Bolt EV fires

NHTSA has opened a preliminary evaluation of Chevy Bolt 2017-2020 MY models after reports of potentially battery related rear seat fires. The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received two Vehicle...

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CAN Bus, LIN Bus diagnostics webinar

CAN Bus, LIN Bus diagnostics webinar

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Oct. 16 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Networking Diagnosis – Understanding CAN Bus and LIN Bus Structure for Diagnosis.” This webinar will cover the...

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ACDelco announces Fall Brakeathon promotion

ACDelco is running a new Fall promotion for all Canadian repair facilities focused on ACDelco Professional, Advantage and Genuine GM brake parts. By registering and participating, qualifying Canadian repair facilities can earn ACDelco vintage branded clothing, a...

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Bosch Car Service and Broadly connecting with customers

Bosch Car Service and Broadly connecting with customers

Bosch and Broadly have entered into a strategic go-to-market collaboration in the U.S., uniting Bosch Car Service, one of the world's largest independent chain of auto shops backed by the resources, capabilities and expertise of the Bosch team, with Broadly's...

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Mike Smith appointed General Sales Manager, Ideal Supply

Tim MacDonald, President of Ideal Supply, has announced the appointment of Mike Smith to the role of General Sales Manager for the company. Mike Smith, Ideal Supply Mike will manage the strategic direction of Ideal’s three sales divisions (Electrical, Industrial &...

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Air conditioning training event set for February

Registration is now open for ACcess, the Mobile Air Conditioning Society 41st annual air conditioning and engine cooling Training Event and Trade Show to be held February 3-6, 2021 at the Rosen Centre Hotel, Orlando, FL. MACS is planning our 2021 Training Event with...

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Automotive Retailers Association AGM registration open

Automotive Retailers Association AGM registration open

From October 20 to 22, the B.C. based Automotive Retailers Association will host its annual general meeting virtually. Over three days, industry will unite to discuss problems pertinent to each automotive sector, participate in webinars, and recognized those working...

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