NTK Releases New Oxygen Sensor Catalog
WIXOM, MI — Now available from NTK is the 2006/2007 Oxygen sensor Catalog (#99940) covering domestic and import cars, light trucks, SUVs and vans. Updated with complete 2006 model year coverage and extensive 2007 applications, this 400-page catalog supersedes catalog # 512-0405 for 2004. Upgrades to the 2006/2006 Oxygen Sensor Catalog include detailed information on
Bosch Celebrates 100 Years in U.S. Market, Launches New and Expanded Lines
Much has happened in the automotive world since Bosch entered the U.S. market a century ago. Innovations such as the first high-voltage spark plug (1906), the first electric windshield wiper system (1926), the first series-produced ABS system (1978) and the first platinum spark plug (1985) are just a few of the products and systems introduced by Bosch to its OE customers and the aftermarket over the past 100 years. But as Bosch looks to the future, it continues to search for new technologies for its OE customers, and by extension, the aftermarket. Systems such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Electronic Stability Control and diesel engine management systems are already — or will soon be — common on the vehicles of today and tomorrow.
NHTSA Considering TREAD Act Changes
AAIA reports that National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed reducing some of the early-warning requirements and reporting burden for manufacturers called for under the TREAD Act.
NGK Names Ann Robinson to Lead Retail and Group Accounts
WIXOM, MI — NGK Spark Plugs (USA), Inc. has named Ann Robinson to the position of major accounts manager. Robinson, a 19-year veteran in the fulfillment industry, was previously with Express Group and served as midwest sales manager. In her new role, Robinson will oversee the sales efforts for NGK’s Aftermarket Retail Segment, Buying Group
CARQUEST Names 2006 Excellence Award Finalists
RALEIGH, NC – CARQUEST Auto Parts has narrowed the 2006 Excellence Award to 11 finalists. The winner of the 2006 award will be named Oct. 6, in Orlando, FL. This is the 15th year of the CARQUEST Excellence Award and the Technicians Advisory Council. The award is based on criteria such as industry involvement, number
DENSO to Establish Branch Office in Moscow, Russia
DENSO’s European headquarters, DENSO Europe B.V., plans to establish a branch office in Moscow, Russia, this October. The office will be DENSO’s first branch office in Russia.
Autolite Taps into Popularity of Blogs
Blogs, short for weblogs, are everywhere today. Whatever your interest, there is a blog about it somewhere in cyberspace. Now, the Autolite brand of Honeywell Consumer Products Group is using the popularity of blogging to reach out to a niche market of consumers. Playing off the success of its recent "Man Tips" radio campaign, Autolite has launched http://www.mantipsgarage.com , which offers advice (solicited and otherwise) on all things related to hot-rod living, including auto and motorcycle subjects, sports, beer, dating, marriage, but mostly cars.
American Axle CEO Has Eye on Delphi: Some Units Would Fit Well, Exec Says
Dick Dauch, CEO of American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc., said Wednesday that parts of auto supplier Delphi Corp., which is in bankruptcy, would fit with his company’s business model.
David Finley Elected Secretary of CAWA Board
The California/Nevada Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA) has announced the election of David Finley to the position of secretary to the board of directors. Finley owns several NAPA stores in Northern Nevada with his headquarters located at the NAPA Auto & Truck Parts in Sparks, NV. He has been a member of the CAWA Board of Directors for six years and has been active on various association committees. Finley currently serves on CAWA’s Public Affairs Committee representing the legislative, regulatory and legal interests of the members in the State of Nevada.
NGK Unveils New Climatically Controlled AWD Dyno
NGK Spark Plugs hosted an open house yesterday at its Wixom, MI, facility to celebrate the grand opening of the company’s new $3 million all-wheel-drive dyno, housed in a climatically controlled chamber. Dynos are fairly commonplace in a state as automotively focused as Michigan, but the fact that this one combines a four-wheel-drive dyno with a climatically controlled chamber makes it unique. In fact, there is only one other dyno chamber like it in the state.