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Porsche Classic Supplies Parts from a 3D Printer
Let’s hope that this catches on – not only for collectors of rare classic cars – but for older vehicle or airplane owners of whatever ilk. It is not fake news that the absence of replacement items (or, ahem, ethics) leads to problems. Worst auto case, the car may be scrapped. Continue reading
California Air Resources Board Fines JEGS Automotive $1.7m
The California Air Resources Board today announced that JEGS Automotive Inc. will pay $1,700,500 to resolve violations of anti-pollution laws related to the sales and marketing of illegal aftermarket performance parts in California. The penalty is the largest in CARB … Continue reading
Black Magic – Winter Tires Prove All-Seasons Are Anything But
The “snows” allowed faster stopping – consistently with much less slipping sliding. The all seasons were clearly mis-named with no discernible truth in marketing or advertising. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, road test, safety, transportation
Tagged autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, Maureen McDonald, michelin, Notre Dame, snow tires, Tire Rack, winter driving
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U.S. Leads Powertrain Aftermarket but Trails in Trends
Mexico’s hot climate contributes to vehicle overheating and powertrain component damage along with poor road conditions in many areas, increasing powertrain wear and tear. How this differs from U.S. conditions was not clear. As was the silence on where the U.S. sold parts were built. Continue reading
Nissan Commercial Vehicle Lineup at 2017 Work Truck Show
Nissan and Toyota are no longer niche players in the truck market, one of the last remaining segments that the Detroit Three used to dominate. Innovative Honda, surprisingly or maybe not given its small engine expertise, has only the unit-body Ridgeline pickup in its lineup. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, marketing, transportation
Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, Nissan Titan, NTEA, NV Cargo vans, The Work Truck Show, Titan King Cab
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Australia-Based CarRecord to Use NADA Values
“Our exclusive integration of vehicle values from J.D. Power Valuation Services makes the process of compiling the total history and pricing of a vehicle much easier, saving customers time and money.” Continue reading
Affordable Used Vehicles Becoming Scarce
For consumers considering trading in older used vehicles, 2017 could be the time. The latest study predicts a record number of off-lease vehicles will fill dealer lots and that a declining number of older trade-ins will put significant upward pressure on the late model used market this year. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, economy, news analysis, prices
Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, certified pre-owned vehicles, CPO vehicles, Ken Zino, used vehicles
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Toyota Opens Parts Depot in Atlanta
Stocking approximately 43,000 Lexus parts, the facility will serve 27 Lexus dealers in the Southeast, primarily in Atlanta, as well as a five-state area that includes Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Tennessee. Continue reading
Michelin Sues Atturo Tire Over a Directional Tread Patent
The suit alleges that two tire models – the Atturo AZ600 and the Thunderer Ranger 007- infringe the company’s U.S. patent D483,322 for a directional tread. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, litigation
Tagged autoinformed.com, intellectual property, Ken Zino
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Subaru Brings Back Shop Training High Schools Dropped
The goal is to train secondary and post-secondary students for possible future employment at 620 Subaru retailers nationwide. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, labor issues
Tagged auto shop training, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, respond
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SEMA Debut for 2016 Cobra Jet Mustang
Ford Performance reveals the 2016 Cobra Jet Mustang today at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas, marking the newest iteration of the limited-edition racecar. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, racing
Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, mustang cobrajet, sema
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Crash Course on Collision Parts in front of Congress
The parallel Parts Act bills in the House and Senate will face fierce opposition from automakers – as they have before – where automaker lobbying has, arguably, infringed on consumer rights while nullifying the bills. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, prices
Tagged aftermaket, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, parts act
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Certified Used Vehicle Sales Set Record in 2014
Sales of certified pre-owned vehicles reached an all-time high during 2014 at 2.3 million, according to the latest study. This means that certified vehicles accounted for almost 21% of the used market. Continue reading
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Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, used vehicles
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MX-5 Miata Accessories Concept Debuts at CAS
Vehicle personalization continues to be the trend as affirmed by the debut of an MX-5 accessories design concept of the next-generation 2016 MX-5 roadster that will be in showrooms this summer. Continue reading
Posted in aftermarket, new vehicle
Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Ken Zino, personalization
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Rain Shortens Fourth Annual Roadkill Nights – Street-legal Drag Racing on Woodward Avenue
A total of 128 street-legal cars were on a specially prepped 1/8-mile drag strip on Woodward Avenue between Rapid Street and South Boulevard to compete in high-powered drag racing for cash prizes. Heavy rains ended the races early, so 16 total finalists split $20,000 in cash prizes. Continue reading →