Stories Collection

  1. That headline could be Maxwell Rodriguez's slogan. He is operations manager at Teknic...
  2. Despite the tax cuts of recent years, many distributors and jobbers with fleets find ...
  3. * Up-sell. Spark plugs, which are exposed to more stress than any other part of the e...
  4. BWD Automotive offers its Niehoff brand Wire & Cable Application Guide, No. 04-WC...
  5. As an automotive parts counterperson, I wear many different hats during a normal busi...
  6. When you talk to Tammy Hocking for the first time, you feel like you've known her all...
  7. * The National Pronto Association member, XL Parts, is making an extra-large move. Th...
  8. Autolite, www.autolite.com Frost & Sullivan, www.frost.com Motor and Equipmen...
  9. * Are SUV sales slipping? A recent J.D. Power & Associates study says that dealer...
  10. Let's take a few minutes and set aside all that we've learned about growing a busines...
  11. Clean Seal[R] has introduced a line of rubber hose products to accompany its rubber s...
  12. If you've been in the auto parts business any length of time you've most likely come ...
  13. FAIRFAX, Va. -- Carfax, provider of vehicle history reports to used car buyers, has e...
  14. After a year of volunteering their time to do a pilot study for the aftermarket on da...
  15. There is no denying the long-term benefits of global positioning systems (GPS) as a w...
  16. They are not called "junk yards" anymore. They are called centers for recyc...
  17. Consider the price of gasoline these days and our reliance on other countries for ene...
  18. In just over 10 years, the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Automobile Parts Speci...
  19. Auto parts distributors often wish we could ride along with our delivery drivers to m...
  20. A considerable amount of attention is being paid to tires these days, with caliper-ex...
  21. People here are universally polite, friendly and business-like and they don't display...
  22. Actron, a 40-year-old company specializing in automotive diagnostic equipment, was pu...
  23. Talks of global warming and the need for this country to become less dependent on for...
  24. More than 40 percent of the new cars sold in Europe last year were powered by a diese...
  25. Whether your fleet vehicles are used for hot-shot local deliveries or they are transp...
  26. Just as the popularity of hybrids is beginning to peak and garner interest, a study a...
  27. GE/SANYO brings the strengths of General Electric and Sanyo together to offer superio...
  28. Motormite has combined its popular Buyer's and Application Guides into one, comprehen...
  29. ChevronTexaco Global Lubricants introduces a 3-Step Fuel System Cleaner, which offers...
  30. Moog[R] chassis Parts, a division of Federal-Mogul, offers a Problem Solver[TM] ball ...
  31. Rare Parts Inc. introduces the tie rod end assembly for the '72-'77 Lamborghini Espad...
  32. Road Power[TM], a division of Coleman Cable Inc., recently unveiled a line of booster...
  33. Geared toward dual purpose driving, Hays introduces the 11-inch High Performance Stre...
  34. What men don't know about women could fill volumes, but overlooking your female custo...
  35. * Jasper Engines and Transmissions celebrated the July 6 opening of its Willow Spring...
  36. Trion's new comprehensive Shelf Works[TM] Catalog offers access to hundreds of styles...
  37. The Dorman Hard Parts catalog features 18 product categories, including Dorman OE Sol...
  38. Three new planogram systems, from Actron[R] Manufacturing Inc., include pictures of p...
  39. Coxreels rolls out its heavy-duty reel, which is made for managing up to 150 feet of ...
  40. Rose Displays, Ltd. presents the AnoFrame SnapOn System[TM], a series of poles and cl...
  41. Alltrade[R] Tools offers Powerbuilt[R] ratcheting combination wrenches, which are ava...
  42. For extra storage protection, Cortec[R] Corporation features VpCI[R] 125 Bio, a degra...
  43. There's a sign hanging near the sales counter of a filled, Hubbard, Ohio, shop that r...
  44. According to the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association's 2002/2003 Aftermarket ...
  45. * Peter K. Brown, owner and founder of KC HiLiTES, Inc., recently passed the company ...
  46. Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association, www.aftermarket.org Freedonia, www.fre...
  47. PPW offers a complete line of snowplows and replacement parts for Meyer[R], Western[R...
  48. The newest catalog from Beck/Arnley has more than 21,000 part numbers and covers impo...
  49. Stellar[TM] presents the ST9000 alarm system, which operates parking lights, door loc...
  50. PML Inc. offers an extra capacity transmission pan, made for transmissions used with ...
  51. Edge Products, a division of Premier Performance Inc., offers a point-of-sale display...
  52. Lund introduces the Genesis[TM] Rollup Tonneau Cover, which features an automatic ten...
  53. Mobile carts and workstations by Durham Manufacturing Company include heavy-duty cast...
  54. As part of a shared commitment to protect the financial health of small businesses, t...
  55. Grand Junction, Colo., located 28 miles east of the Utah border at the junction of th...
  56. * Hoses. Inspect the radiator hoses for leaks, cracks or a soft, mushy condition. Loo...
  57. Owners of some high-end vehicles are getting their lights punched out--literally. I...
  58. Find parts for all air-cooled Volkswagens at Mid America Motorworks. This full-color ...
  59. Help your customers pursue their passion for Porsches with Mid America Motorworks ful...
  60. The Busted Knuckle Garage[R] introduces the Fender Gripper[R], a cushioned, non-slip ...
  61. Tracer Products has released an updated, 6-page, full-color brochure for its Tracerli...
  62. PawZ[TM] nitrile coated gloves, from SAS Safety Corp., offer hand protection from oil...
  63. For hot rod enthusiasts, AutoLoc[TM] presents a dual exhaust flamethrower kit, which ...
  64. Pulltarps Manufacturing offers Smart Switch tarp motor controllers, which are availab...
  65. With people taking a pounding at the gas pumps, interest in the country's future fuel...
  66. Old World Industries was founded in 1973 by Tom Hurvis and Riaz Waraich. Headquartere...
  67. * Coolant to the core. When flushing and filling coolant, make sure the fluid flows t...
  68. * KYB is giving out cash as part of a warehouse distributor and jobber reward program...
  69. Flex-a-lite has issued a catalog covering the company's entire line of electric and b...
  70. Trico Products offers a new full-color sales sheet featuring the complete line of win...
  71. The Glasstite[R] ultra-premium truck cap, made by Penda Glasstite, features rear-corn...
  72. The Hiniker Company presents a high-performance Scoop Plow that boasts less spillage ...
  73. Westin rolls out the Ultimate Bull Bar[TM] for the Toyota Tundra, which adds front-en...
  74. Zirgo[TM] introduces a 16-inch Straight Blade High Performance Cooling Fan, featuring...
  75. DNX[TM], a division of Tenneco Automotive, introduces "street lethal" exhau...
  76. Many of your customers--women, to be particular--are roaming the aisles of your store...
  77. Our government leaders were onto something back in the '70s. What did they do? They a...
  78. I've got a great idea, although I'm not so sure you'll think it's great! I'm going to...
  79. * Holiday specials. Distributors should run specials and discounts for antifreeze for...
  80. * Kansas-based automotive student Casey Cox will receive some financial tuition help ...
  81. DENSO Sales California, Inc. has released its 2004 Wiper Blade Catalog, which feature...
  82. TYC announces the debut of its Blower Assembly, a completely unitized application des...
  83. A wheel-to-wheel sidebar by Go Rhino! features large step pads, a slip-resistant fini...
  84. LINPAC Materials Handling introduces a new series of ROPAK[TM] containers. The 4A48 s...
  85. High Performance Vinyl & Fabric Coating, from the Dupli-Color[R] Products Group, ...
  86. HODGE Manufacturing Co., a division of Durham Manufacturing Co., announces the releas...
  87. Keep It Clean[TM] offers a heavy-duty 38-terminal wiring system with a loom wire and ...
  88. Southwest Research Institute[R] has created the Universal Synthetic Gas Reactor[TM], ...
  89. Like many people in the retail end of the automotive parts business, Jerry Widmer lov...
  90. Communication is the lifeblood of our industry. Without accurate and timely exchanges...
  91. Best Manufacturing offers the NightHawk[TM], a black, disposable nitrile glove, which...
  92. Volant Cool Air Intakes has released a new air intake system for the Nissan Titan, wh...
  93. Cardone Industries introduces the WebCat, which provides users with an online lookup ...
  94. I grew up very close to the automotive aftermarket business. My father sold auto part...
  95. Make sure your service dealer customers know that Spicer[R] Professional Grade Chassi...
  96. An Ohio jobber says he has found a viable way to cut costs in his delivery fleet by m...
  97. Bucket Boss, a division of Pull'R Holdings, has rolled out its line of tool organizer...
  98. Landa Water Cleaning Systems has introduced a hot water parts washer sink that elimin...
  99. GSport Pro's billet throttle body is geared toward better throttle response and incre...
  100. The Powerbuilt[R] vehicle service step, made by Alltrade Tools, is a portable step th...
  101. The U.S Department of the Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Financ...
  102. DCS Distributing has a new promotion running through July 25 for its stainless steel ...
  103. Fuzzy dice. White wall tires. Raccoon tails. In the 1950s, these were automotive item...
  104. Hurst introduces pistol-grip shifter handles that provide a comfortable grip when shi...
  105. VDC Electronics has produced a solar charger-controller, which it says will prevent u...
  106. SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- Automotive parts distributor O'Reilly Automotive is seeking one v...
  107. New from SportRack Automotive is the hitch-mounted Modular H Bike Rack[TM] featuring ...
  108. Hurst celebrates its 45th Anniversary with a Limited Edition 11/425th-scale collectib...
  109. In case you missed it, earlier this year the federal CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 went into e...
  110. WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) certification an...
  111. If Levine Automotive Distributors is going to lose a customer it certainly won't be b...
  112. Dow Corning has just developed a new Molykote[R] G-407 polyalkylene glycol (PAG) base...
  113. Cardone offers a comprehensive remanufactured Power Brake Booster program. The 2004 A...
  114. Kaeser Compressors has developed new Eco-Drains, which the company claims will preven...
  115. VHT[R], a division of PJH[R] Brands, introduces break caliper enamel that resists che...
  116. If you're running service bays or supply technicians you probably know the biggest re...
  117. DANBURY, Conn. -- Honeywell Consumer Products Group (CPG) has launched several new pr...
  118. Nelson Cross, president of Cross Auto Supply in Pasadena, Md., runs a top-notch opera...
  119. Westin Automotive Products, Inc. has released new third step bars for truck bed acces...
  120. Urgency is a pretty interesting concept, perhaps because it is often perceived differ...
  121. MEMPHIS -- Third quarter numbers are in for the nation's largest retailer and it appe...
  122. True Flow has introduced a new line of sealed air intake systems for '01-'04 diesel a...
  123. Four Seasons announces the availability of its quieter, more reliable R4 compressors,...
  124. Communication skills are a fundamental tool to becoming a good leader. While simple t...
  125. * The New England Institute of Technology has broken ground on a $9-million, 53,000-s...
  126. The Deka Intimidator[TM], by East Penn, is resistant against spills and leaks and is ...
  127. Road Power, a division of Coleman Cable Inc., offers a line of booster cables using i...
  128. Over the last few weeks I've had the opportunity to work in several of our branch sto...
  129. AMSOIL Inc. of Superior, Wisc., has introduced a new heavy-duty hand cleaner called B...
  130. Petro-Canada's DEXRON[R]-III/ MERCON[R] and Synthetic Blend ATF fluids have been upgr...
  131. August 2-4 Aftermarket eForum This e-commerce event includes a variety of presentat...
  132. * The state of Wisconsin planned to reduce its 7,228 vehicle fleet by approximately 1...
  133. The Spring 2004 Reid Tool Supply catalog is now available offering more than 45,000 d...
  134. Imperial[R], a division of Stride Tool Inc., has rolled out a line of retaining ring ...
  135. Walls + Forms Inc. offers a Peg-Panel[TM] in three standard sizes (32 by 24 inches, 2...
  136. Roll-N-Lock[R] Corporation offers retractable hard tonneau covers for the new 2004 Ch...
  137. Superior Signals Inc. presents the Meteorlite Self Contained LED Directional Warning ...
  138. According to a published report in the Roanoke Times, Advance Auto Parts owes the U.S...
  139. * At press time, New York City Council was considering an anti-car alarm bill that wo...
  140. CORSA Performance's Reflective Sound Cancellation[TM] exhaust system for the Ford F-1...
  141. Moog[R] Chassis Parts, a division of Federal-Mogul, has developed a Problem Solver[TM...
  142. Activant's new Windows-based Jobber Management System (JMS), a highly user-friendly a...
  143. Klein[R] Tools has introduced a new canvas work apron that offers protection from mes...
  144. Rotor Clip Company Inc. offers a new way to package retaining rings with Rings on Wir...
  145. General Parts/CARQUEST expected to break ground in May on a new 124,000-sq.-ft. distr...
  146. If you were told it's time to start thinking more like a kid, you might shake your he...
  147. Car Freshner Corporation introduces its new Just Great Fish[TM] line of car air fresh...
  148. The Woody[TM] "Wood" kit, made by Woody Wagoon, simulates wood paneling for...
  149. Viking Industries introduces the Air Light[TM], which attaches to any type of air too...
  150. The RSS Club Sport, made by H & R Special Springs, is a coil-over for the BMW M3 ...
  151. Ford Pinto. Ford Bronco. Ford Focus. Ford Explorer. Chevy Vega. Chevy Citation. Chevy...
  152. U.S. Tire & Exhaust, a distributor of undercar parts and tires and division of U....
  153. Many technicians feel pretty comfortable diagnosing fuel control problems in modern c...
  154. Meguiar's Inc. introduces COLORx, a liquid polish and wax combination formulated to r...
  155. Diversified Power International Inc. offers a compact battery charger that's small ye...
  156. Interdynamics offers a way to charge R-134a air conditioning systems in minutes. The ...
  157. California Car Cover Company now offers the Superweave Car Cover in six new colors, i...
  158. OneWorld Impex Company introduces Pack-A-Cone, an unique safety device designed speci...
  159. I read your editorials because I admire your willingness to speak your mind. However,...
  160. Pep Boys has a new arrangement with the Independent Tire Dealers Group (ITDG) to supp...
  161. Back in 1998, when we first started doing loaded-mode testing in California, nobody r...
  162. A.R.E. Inc. introduces its versatile MX-Series truck cap for the 2004 Ford F-150 pick...
  163. Beck/Arnley has updated its ElectriCat[R] database with the current Beck/Arnley catal...
  164. Look in any auto repair shop or garage and glance in most trunks and truck boxes and ...
  165. There's more to an oil filter than meets the eye. Several leading filter companies ma...
  166. The next time one of your customers has to replace an axle because of axle or bearing...
  167. How would you like to cut warranty costs, gain loyalty and upsell your customer at th...
  168. What's the secret to alleviating customer dissatisfaction with brake noise, pedal pul...
  169. When it comes to growing the ride control marketplace, no brand has done more than Mo...
  170. According to a recent survey by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AAS...
  171. Typically when a customer wants information on a water pump, you can be assured that ...
  172. As part of the Counter Pro Online Training Course at www.raybestos.com, Brake Parts I...
  173. With the name most trusted by major vehicle manufacturers behind you, selling TRICO w...
  174. With ever increasing emphasis on quality service work, controlling costs and customer...
  175. Installing new shocks and struts will give your customer a safer and more comfortable...
  176. FOR 30 YEARS, the emergency tire repair and tire inflator industry maintained status ...
  177. It's customary that we review each issue and project we produce. When we reviewed thi...
  178. Replacing individual radiator or condenser cooling fan motors can be a time consuming...
  179. Next time you notice someone staring blankly at an abrasive display, stop. Choosing a...
  180. The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) estimates that up to $60 billi...
  181. Chemical threadlockers and thread sealants have proven to be an indispensable assembl...