- Renault confirms the production of a new vehicle in Colombia
Colombia. Renault's vice president of brand, product and performance, Bruno Vanel, said the company intends to install a new platform on which a new vehicle will be produced in Colombia.
- Auto Care Asks Florida to Modify Right to Repair Bills
United States. The association has requested that HB 533 and SB 422 (both farm fair repair bills) be amended to include the secondary auto market.
- Mexican Spare Parts Congress Brought Together 350 Industry Leaders
Mexico. More than 250 leaders of the auto parts industry were part of the first Mexican Congress of Automotive Spare Parts, held at the Hacienda de Los Morales, Mexico City.
- Arch Auto Parts adds another location in the Bronx
United States. This is the third new location in the Bronx in less than three years.
- ITT and Continental AG sign strategic agreement
United States. Under the ten-year agreement, ITT will supply Continental's ATE brand of brake pads with sustainable copper-free pads and ceramic pads.
- Greenlight Collectibles joins VP Racing Fuels licensees
United States. VP Racing Fuels announced that Greenlight Collectibles has joined its list of licensees. The licensing partnership will allow GreenLight to produce new vehicles, gas pumps and more under the VP Racing brand.
- Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems Summarizes 2022 Achievements
United States. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems recapped its accomplishments in 2022, including a LEED Silver certification for the company's headquarters location, a second trophy from the U.S. Department of Energy, and a governor's award for the company's first solar installation.
- Pennzoil offers Ultra Platinum Fully Synthetic Motor Oil
United States. Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic Motor Oil is now available on shelves for purchase at Advance Auto Parts locations in the United States.
- The 22-1 edition of Aftermarket International is now online!
Latin America. The protagonists of this first edition of the year are the brands present at the first edition of AutoAméricas Show, which will take place between March 24 and 25.
- Aridra supports the right to reparation
Mexico. The Asociación Nacional de Representantes, Importadores y Distribuidores de Refacciones y Accesorios para Automóviles (Aridra) signed a joint declaration to defend the right of citizens to repair vehicles with the parts of their choice.
- "We remain the specialist in automotive chemistry"
Liqui Moly Managing Director Günter Hiermaier talks about electromobility, growth in shrinking markets and the future of the company.
- The agility of the automotive sector today
The global disruption caused by Covid-19 left an indisputable lesson: Agility is indispensable, it is the secret of resilience and the ability to adapt to unexpected changes. By José Rivero*
- Latino Startups Make Their Way in U.S.
Three Venezuelan businessmen tell what it has been like to build a brand and make themselves known in the US aftermarket.
- The latest technologies on the market were exhibited in Frankfurt
International. Visitors showed great interest in the new 'Innovation4Mobility' showcase, which covered topics such as battery technology, alternative propulsion systems, hydrogen, solar technology, e-commerce and connected vehicles.
- "The USMCA increased the need for auto parts from 62.5% to 75%"
Latin America. In an exclusive interview, the president of the INA gave us his impressions on what the last INA PAACE fair left behind, as well as the impact of the USMCA together with nearshoring and the generation of talent to surpass Germany and be the fourth world producer of auto parts.
- Today's Wheel Speed Sensors
Wheel speed sensors have changed over the years, as have diagnostic aids. While oscilloscopes are great diagnostic tools, it's no longer common to see technicians drive them to diagnose problems with the wheel speed sensor in newer vehicles. By Taylor Wolff
- Common tips and tricks for chassis repair
Almost every technician has common tips and tricks for chassis repair that your fellow alignment, chassis, and service technicians could sit down and discuss for weeks. When you work in a workshop with workshop policies and procedures, in addition to your own habits, likes and dislikes, it seems that things are always done a certain way. By...
- The importance of air filters in heavy vehicles
Dust and debris are the main invisible threats to heavy machinery and machine operators on industrial job sites. By Joao DaCosta*