Performance Friction's Carbon Metallic Disc Brake Pads Meet State Legislative Requirements September 02, 2010   Performance Friction Corporation recently announced that its Carbon Metallic brand of disc brake pads meet all the requirements of California's proposed legislation SB346 and the state of Washington's SB6557 reducing copper and other contaminants. More

Team Mopar Driver Allen Johnson Seeks to Start Playoffs Run with Victory at Mac Tools U.S. Nationals September 02, 2010   Team Mopar driver Allen Johnson begins the NHRA Countdown to the Championship post-season playoffs second in the standings, only 30 points and six races separating him from his first NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series Pro Stock championship. More

Registration is Now Open for Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Convention and Trade Show September 02, 2010   Registration is now open for MACS-I-MIZE YOUR OPPORTUNITIES for SUCCESS, the 31st annual Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) convention and trade show. 2011 has brought together an exciting collaboration between MACS and long-time training partner Automotive Video Inc. (AVI). Training is pricelessly valuable, but the training at this convention is priced at an amazing value. More

AASA Reaches Out to American Honda Regarding Position on Aftermarket Parts September 02, 2010   The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) recently commented on American Honda's recent release of position statements stating that parts other than Honda/Acura Genuine parts "are not recommended" in repair and maintenance of their vehicles. More

Consumers Can Save on Emissions Control Repairs Through Walker Catalytic Converter Promotion August 31, 2010   Tenneco Inc., manufacturer of Walker emissions control products, will offer consumers $30 mail-in cash rebates on qualifying Walker catalytic converters purchased September 1 through October 31, 2010. More

Snap-on Funny Car to Honor Franchisees with Special Wrap for U.S. Nationals August 31, 2010   As a tribute to its over 4,500 franchisees, the Snap-on Funny Car, driven by Cruz Pedregon, will feature a special wrap recognizing Snap-on franchisees. The Snap-on Franchise Funny Car will race Sept. 3-6 at the NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis. More

Motor State Distributing Offers Engine Builder Catalog August 31, 2010   The 2010-'11 edition of the Motor State Engine Builder Catalog offers the builder of high performance street and race engines the most intensely researched cross section of proven internal and external engine components, tools and supplies in the aftermarket industry. More

Federated 'Get Dirty with Kennys' Winners Announced August 31, 2010   There will be some added fun for the lucky Federated Car Care Center members chosen as winners in the Federated "Get Dirty with Kennys" promotion. They'll not only get the chance to race NASCAR driver and dirt track legend Ken Schrader, but fellow NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace will join the racing fun as well. More

Car Care Council Enhances Online Directory of Repair Shops and Parts Stores August 31, 2010   In an effort to provide a more extensive, up-to-date directory of repair shops and parts stores throughout the country for consumers to access, the Car Care Council has expanded its "Find-a-Shop" and "Find-a-Store" online resource. More

Bosch 'Light 'Em Up Dyno' App Turns iPhone into Portable Dynamometer August 31, 2010   The new "Light 'Em Up Dyno" app from Bosch gives the popular iPhone and iPod touch mobile devices the capabilities of a portable dynamometer that can measure acceleration, G-force and horsepower. More