Fuel Economy Increases by Using Evans Waterless Coolants Proven in Series of Field Tests
Evans has been testing its waterless Heavy Duty Thermal Coolant (HDTC) in wastevehicles, over the road trucks, and buses, with fuel savings rangingfrom 3 percent to over 7 percent. Year-longresults from a test with USA Hauling, a CT refuse fleet, showed fuelsavings of 7.2 percent. At Veolia Environmental Services in Wisconsin,an on-going fuel economy test
OBITUARY: Frederick W. Thul, 88, of Thul Auto Parts
Frederick W. Thul, 88, alifelong resident of North Plainfield, N.J., died Saturday, May 1, atthe Hunterdon Care Center in Flemington, N.J. Thul was a graduate of North Plainfield High School, class of 1940,where he excelled in academics and athletics. He was undefeated in thehigh jump for three years and set new records for North Plainfield
Team Edelbrock Wins Division 7
With a blistering time of 36 minutes and 18 seconds, Team Edelbrock – North Orange County ROP from Anaheim CA took first place at the Division 7” Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge” Championship Hosted by Edelbrock’s 5th annual ”Rev’ved up 4 Kidz” charity car show Sunday April 25th, 2010 at Vic’s Garage – Edelbrock’s
MAHLE Clevite Inc. Receives Gold Award for Victor Reinz Gasket Catalog at NCMA Knowledge Exchange Conference
MAHLE Clevite Inc. received the President’s Award for Catalog Excellence, Gold level award in the “Paper Catalog” category for its Victor Reinz® Master Gasket Catalog – 1990 & Newer. The award was presented at the 2010 National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) conference recently held in San Antonio, TX. The new catalog features a vast
FAST and EFI University to offer Electronic Fuel Injection Training Classes
FAST EFI courses are designed for seasoned tuners and first timers alike. All courses will be taught by EFI University instructor and author Ben Strader, racer and tuning guru Brian Macy and the FAST Technical Support Staff. There are only a few days left to register for the first EFI tuning class that begins on
MAHLE Clevite Inc. Introduces Phase II of its Launchpad Electronic Catalog
MAHLE Clevite Inc. announces the second phase of its electronic catalog – Launchpad.Phase II introduces an all-new look for Launchpad and includes theaddition of search options for piston rings and filters, as well asadditional search options for light vehicle and heavy-duty applications. Launchpad is the first Web-based catalog of its kind to include anelectronic
APRA to Host MEGA Clinic
The Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) will be bringing four divisions together during the upcoming “MEGA Clinic” on June 3-5, 2010 at the Doubletree Hotel in Springfield, MS. The program will contain seminars for remanufacturers and suppliers involved in HD Transmissions, Volume Transmissions, HD Brakes and Electrical. Along with cutting edge seminars, the group will
Shell Makes Switch to Penske Racing in 2011
From Speedtv.com Shell Oil Company and PenskeCorporation have announced a multi-year cross business alliance starting inthe 2011 racing season. The new alliance allows Shell and Pennzoil toexpand their motorsports presence as it includes a primary sponsorshipwith 2004 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion, Kurt Busch and the No. 22 car,as well as associate sponsorships promoting Shell
SuperFlow Hires New Sales Engineer in North Carolina
Fowler, a graduate of UNC Charlotte, will handle all sales in the southeastern United States market. He previously worked as test engineer for Richard Petty Motorsports (formerly Evernham Motorsports) “We’re very excited to have Darby on board at SuperFlow. He has a wealth of experience with dynos and is great to work with,” says Steve
Engine Pro, Dart and FAST Share Top Tech News with Michigan Engine Builders
Founder and president of Dart Corporation, Richard Maskin, was among the presenters at the March 27 seminar held at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, MI. Maskin told the 100 attendees that one key component in achieving maximum engine power is to focus on cylinder wall finish to maximize ring sealing capabilities.
Hastings Recognized as One of the Top 10 Foreign Brands in China
Hastings East Manufacturing Co. Ltd., a wholly foreign-owned enterprise ofHastings Manufacturing Co. LLC, has been recognized as a Top TenAutomotive Parts Brand in China. Hastings is a nearly 100-year-oldAmerican manufacturer of piston rings with worldwide sales anddistribution to engine OEMs and the aftermarket. The Top Ten Foreign Automotive Parts Brand in China ceremony was heldat