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- "The Latin American industry has enormous opportunities"
Colombia. In conversation with Aftermarket International, the president of the Association of the Automotive Sector and its Parts (Asopartes) of Colombia, Carlos Andrés Pineda, shared his perspectives on the future in recent years of the auto parts sector in the country and the region. - Mahle starts construction of new plant in Mexico
Mexico. The German company Mahle, producer of car parts, laid the first stone in the Chuy María Friendship Industrial Park in the municipality of Ramos Arizpe, in the State of Coahuila. This becomes its fifth floor in the area. - Alliance Appoints New Business Intelligence Coordinator United States. Since January 1 of this year, Greg Havekost is the new Business Intelligence Coordinator of Auto Parts Alliance.
- Adient Sustainability Report Highlights Impact Reduction Improvements International. Adient, a global supplier of car seats, has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, which details how the company continues to reduce its business' impact on the environment.
- Bosch campaign focuses on nighttime performance wipers United States. The Bosch Focus and Envision windshield wipers are designed, according to the company, to make night driving safer in adverse weather conditions.
- Canoo partners with GCC Olayan International. Advanced mobility company Canoo signed an exclusive agreement with general contracting company GCC Olayan, a multinational subsidiary of Olayan Saudi Holding Company (OSHCO), for the sale, service and distribution of Canoo fleet solutions in Saudi Arabia.
- BendPak launches Mobi-EVS EV and powertrain lifting systems International. BendPak announced its new family of Mobi-EVSTM EV battery and powertrain lifting systems that includes an updated EV2400SL model and a new higher-capacity EV4000SL model.
- VP Racing launches EcoGen renewable fuel United States. The company says EcoGen is the renewable, alcohol-free alternative to the ethanol- and butanol-based fuels found at the pump.
- RNR Tire Express is ranked 170th in Franchise 500 United States. The tire and wheel retailer enters 2023 as one of America's top franchise opportunities.
- AAM Group Announces 'Keys to Ride' Giveaway United States. The AAM Group announced that the "The Keys to Ride" vehicle raffle is back for 2023.
- 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*
