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Free service tech webinar: GM Smart Charging System Diagnostics

Free service tech webinar: GM Smart Charging System Diagnostics

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Dec. 4 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “GM Smart Charging System Diagnostics.” During this one-hour webinar, Jim Lewis, instructor/course developer for...

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Hybrid inverter coolant pumps from Continental

Continental has just expanded its offering of OE replacement parts for hybrid vehicles with the introduction of a new line of Hybrid Inverter Coolant Pumps. This new line extension complements Continental’s popular line of hybrid battery cooling fans and brings more...

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Access to Virtual AAPEX Experience training content extended

Access to Virtual AAPEX Experience training content extended

The Virtual AAPEX Experience is offering its training content at no cost to automotive aftermarket professionals until Dec. 5, even if they didn’t register and attend the experience in early November. New users should sign up for on demand access on the AAPEX website...

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Free webinar: What does ADAS mean to you?

Free webinar: What does ADAS mean to you?

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Nov. 13 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Another 4-Letter Acronym: What Does ADAS Mean to You?” In this webinar focusing on Advanced Driver Assistance...

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Hofmann EZ-COLLETS app speeds setup, wheel balancing

Designed to help service technicians choose the correct tools for their specific wheel balancing jobs, the new Hofmann EZ-COLLETS app will provide a faster setup, help improve wheel balancing accuracy and ensure rim protection. “The Hofmann EZ-COLLETS app is a unique...

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Thermal imaging webinar

Thermal imaging webinar

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar for service technicians on Friday, Oct. 23 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “Thermal Imaging Applications in a Transportation Environment.” This webinar, presented by Jake Fruth, Matco...

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Toyota pre-pressed axles among Dorman intros

Toyota pre-pressed axles among Dorman intros

Dorman Products, Inc. has announced the release of more than 230 new replacement auto parts, including OE FIX Toyota pre-pressed axles. Dorman is continuing to grow its line of OE FIX pre-pressed axles, with two new parts (926-141 and 926-142) for nearly...

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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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