International Trade Specialist to Speak at PERA Convention
Eve Lerman, International Trade Specialist with the U.S. Dept. of Commerce, will address the topic of "Emerging Markets and How We Can Expand Sales in 80 Countries" during the 64th Annual PERA Fall Conference, September 24-26 in Savannah, GA. The session will be part of the morning technical meetings on Friday, September 25, and thanks
AWDA Announces the Executive Briefing Session for its 2009 Annual Conference
The Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) will present its popular Executive Briefing during the 2009 AWDA Business & Education Conference, in conjunction with AAPEX, this November in Las Vegas, Nev. Produced by the University of the Aftermarket for AWDA, the briefing will be OE Dealer Contraction: Aftermarket Threats & Opportunities. The briefing will take
AAIA Predicts Consumer Backlash on ‘Cash for Clunkers’
While new car dealerships begin to ramp up advertising to attractconsumers to the showroom using the "Cash for Clunkers" program, whichofficially starts July 24, the Automotive Aftermarket IndustryAssociation (AAIA) said it anticipates a consumer backlash once realityreplaces the hype. "It wouldn’t surprise me if there is a consumer backlash once carowners realize that ‘Cash for
EPA Proposes Tougher Nitrogen Dioxide Standard
TheU.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to tighten theone-hour standard for measuring emissions of nitrogen dioxide (NO2),but not change the annual standard. The long-term exposure would remainat a maximum of 53 parts per million (0.053 ppm) while an acceptableshort-term exposure limit would be between 80 and 100 ppm (0.08 – 0.10ppm). The EPA believes
SEMA Show Education Days Designed to Help You Find Customers
According to the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) customers are out there just waiting for the right time to buy. Make now that time for your business. The Customer Service & Sales Solution seminar track at the upcoming SEMA Show in Las Vegas is specifically designed to help maximize every opportunity — and create some
HD Engine Failure Analysis Seminar Featured at BIG R Show
Every engine rebuild begins with an engine performance problem. For remanufacturers, determining the cause of the failure can go a long way toward solidifying customer relationships and preventing future performance issues. As previously announced, the 2009 BIG R Show will have an emphasis on diesel engine remanufacturing. To that end, APRA’s Heavy Duty Remanufacturing Group
Indy Racing League Championship Celebration to Be Held In Trendy South Beach
Thestars of the IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights will cap off the2009 season by celebrating at one of South Beach’s newest hot spots andmost exclusive resorts, W Hotel South Beach. The 2009 ChampionshipCelebration will take place Oct. 11 following the season championshiprace at Homestead-Miami Speedway Oct. 10. The championship festivities at the W South
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: July 2009
The Modular Block ‘Main Event’ When performing main bearing housing bore work on an LS1, LS2, Ford 4.6L or other modular blocks the following procedures should be followed. First do all of your cap indexing, with cutting or aftermarket cap installation, then put the final torque on the mains. Next, install both cylinder heads and
Coolant Leak Leads to Unnecessary Pump Replacement
Affected Vehicles/Engines: 1993-2003 Dodge trucks and Jeeps, 3.9L V6, 5.2L & 5.9L V8. Condition: Acoolant leak from a source above the water pump or from an improperlyinstalled bypass tube on the water pump itself will cause coolant topool on top of the timing cover. This coolant then rolls across thefront of the pump and behind
Installing Alignment Pins in VW W8 Intake Manifolds
Engine damage from intake manifold alignment pin entering engine cylinder. The upper and lower intake manifolds, and gasket are aligned using two steel dowel pins -A- in positions shown. If care is not taken to ensure these pins are in place when removing and installing the upper intake manifold, the alignment pin(s) may fall (unnoticed)
‘Taking Advantage of a Difficult Economy’ Seminar to be Featured at the BIG R Show
APRA will hold a seminar on Sunday afternoon November 1, 2009 during the BIG R Show entitled “Taking Advantage of a Difficult Economy” conducted by Will Burnett and Jon Gormin from Owner Resource Group of Austin, Texas. APRA’s President, Bill Gager said, “Owner Resource Group will provide an overview of the current economic environment and
North American Motor Sport Business Forum – New Pre-Show Conference for 2009
An unprecedented assembly of international motorsports leadership will present and discuss compelling industry trends at the inaugural North American Motor Sport Business Forum, December 8 – 9 in Orlando, Florida during the PRI Trade Show Week. The forum will be organized by IM2 Events, which has established a series of similar events in Europe and