Aftermarket Business World eNewsletter - Dec 13th, 2022
 
 
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December 13, 2022
According to the Techforce Foundation, a non-profit group helping replenish the supply of technicians to shops that desperately need them, the industry may require almost one million new technicians by 2026.
Delphi's main line adds 142 parts, while the Sparta brand offering OEM quality for older and high-mileage vehicles, adds 21 new parts to its fuel portfolio.
The purchase is said to complement FMSI's existing business of brake, fuel, transmission, AC, and coolant repair lines and fittings.
He's remembered as a true visionary whose leadership skills turned the company into a global manufacturer and distributor of quality automotive products.
AGS Automotive Solutions announced its acquisition of BluDot Manufacturing, a brake systems supplier to all sizes of manufacturers of tow-able recreational vehicles, motor homes, livestock trailers, cargo and utility trailers, and more.
PRODUCTS
Bust That Rust, a synthetic penetrating oil, from Fluoramics is now available in two additional forms of packaging. Originally available only as an aerosol, it is now also available in 32 fl. oz. quart and 128 fl. oz. gallon jugs. Bust That Rust is engineered to provide rust-breaking capabilities. Its spreading action allows the penetrant to soak d...
The Lisle Corporation Stretch Belt Installer for Double Pulleys, No. 59350, is designed to install the main stretch belt on extra-deep double pulleys. Works on 2011 and newer Ford 3.5L EcoBoost and 3.7L engines, as well as 2019 and newer GM 5.3L and 6.2L engines. Inside of the tool is engineered to fit securely on the front side of pulley. The tool...
Approximately 10 million (VIO) axle coverage added to ADVICS’ existing rotor program ADVICS original equipment parts, manufactured in the U.S.Toyota and Lexus brand vehicle coverage ADVICS, the leader in advanced braking technology and member of the AISIN Group of companies, expands its rotor offerings with nine new, U.S.-manufactured brake rotors....
The Tool Aid Sharktooth Sway Bar Pliers, No. 13570, feature a three-point jaw design intended for use on sway bar links as well as stripped and rounded fasteners. The 7” length and thin profile allows for easy access in hard-to-reach areas.
WIX Filters (a division of Mann+Hummel), announced at AAPEX its WIX VarioPleat technology, allowing the company to provide air filter technology to meet the needs of heavy-duty and industrial customers.Available early next year, this advancement allows WIX to provide exact fit replacement parts for buyers that have varying sized applications. This ...
WHAT"S TRENDING
The next couple years may prove to be a crucial window for implementing Right to Repair and related legislation on the federal level, aftermarket representatives said during a media briefing at AAPEX.
Bill Hanvey, president and CEO of the Auto Care Association (ACA), told the packed room that Right to Repair was delayed again for the seventh time.
Fascinating insight into the future of how our service bays will slowly take shape
Shop owner Jesse Yoder walks away with RTR Spec 5 Mustang
The introduction of highly complex EVs will require shops to completely change how they work.