autocarepro: news - Issue: November 19, 2009

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November 19, 2009

Matco Tools Introduces the INT5000J Interceptor Diagnostic System Features include Direct Hit Technician and J2534 Reprogramming software. More...

Four Seasons Adds SKUs to Temperature Control Line Four Seasons has added more than 660 new part numbers to its line in 2009 to date. More...

Tech Feature: 2010 Buick LaCrosse Brake Service The 2010 Buick LaCrosse is built on the Epsilon II platform that is shared with the Saab 9-5 and other soon-to-be-named vehicles. While you may not see this vehicle in your bays for a while, it is a great example of how the common brake job will stay the same and how it will change in the future.... More...

Bendix Team Launches Consumer Rebate to Help Drive Sales for Channel Partners As part of the "Brake with Bendix" promotion, consumers can get up to $30 in SuperCertificates (redeemable online) when they purchase two sets of qualifying brake pads. More...

Snap-on's New Software Bundle 9.4 Expands Hybrid Vehicle Coverage In addition, Bundle 9.4 includes 45,000 new enhancements to codes, data and tests, plus new and expanded Troubleshooter tips that go back to 1981. More...

Monthly Industry Tips from the Car Care Council Just because Fall Car Care Month in October has come to an end, it doesn't mean you can’t still participate in the "Be Car Care Aware" campaign! More...

Tech Tip: Subaru Ignition Coil and High-Tension Cables When diagnosing a misfire code(s) P0301, P0302 P0303 and/or P0304, there is the possibility that the ignition coil and/or high-tension cables could be the cause. More...

Energy Department: Gas Prices to Hit $3 at Pump According to AAA, the national average price of gasoline last week was $2.65, up 17 cents from a month ago. More...

Consumers Did More Vehicle Maintenance in 2009, and Most Will Do the Same Amount or More in 2010, Reports NPD According to NPD, 94 percent of consumers are planning to do the same amount of maintenance they have been doing on their vehicle or more next year. More...

New POWER MIG 216 Joins Lincoln Electric's Popular Line of MIG Welders Like other machines in the POWER MIG line, the 216 arrives spool gun ready, allowing professional welders to quickly switch to aluminum wire welding. More...

Feature Article: Subaru Performance Brake, Suspension & Engine Mods that Pack a Punch A project car in the form of a WRX/STI shows that Z Sport in Everett, WA, is all about balancing ultimate performance within legal parameters and practicality. See what performance modifications the shop has completed with that goal in mind. More...