Power Steering Fluid: To Flush Or Not To Flush?
When a repair is made on a power steering system, there’s a chance that metal shavings can enter the system. This can lead to premature failure of the rack and cause a costly comeback.
Tech Tip: Oil Consumption On Manual Transmission Acura Vehicles
In this updated TSB from 2013, Acura discusses how some 2011-’13 TSX models with manual transmissions can develop an oil consumption problem.
AkzoNobel Adds Golden Touch To China’s High-Speed Train
The company’s Vehicle Refinishes business had under two months to develop a bold new look for the sleek Fuxing CR400BF, which has been dubbed “the Golden Phoenix” (“fuxing” means rejuvenation).
Save The Salt Coalition Rolls Out ‘Saving Bonneville One Wheel At A Time’ Program
Many racers and spectators, both American and international, are troubled by the declining size and thickness of the International Speedway. This has forced some racers to abandon world record attempts at the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats and pursue other sites – some outside the U.S. altogether.
EVS Sports Announces Travis Pastrana VIP Experience Sweepstakes
One lucky winner and a guest will receive a unique meet and greet experience with Travis, round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations and an EVS Sports Swag Pack.
Nissan On Self-Driving Cars: ‘We See The Driver Remaining Engaged And Integral’
While the race to develop autonomous vehicles seems to be focused on removing the driver from the driving experience, Nissan said it’s taking a different tack. At a recent forum in Washington, D.C., Nissan said its approach is to enhance the driver’s experience “by introducing technologies that make cars more intelligent and more exciting partners.”
Canfield Classic Car Museum A Father-Son Achievement
TP Tools Auto Museum in Canfield, OH, houses a collection of 50 classic vehicles.
Greenville High School Auto Tech SkillsUSA Gold Medal Winners
A team of students from the Automotive Technology Program at Greenville High School Career Tech Center in Greeville, Ohio, won the Gold Medal for the SkillsUSA National Championship Transportation Category, in the Career Pathway Showcase.
Polyvance Demonstrates Nitrogen Plastic Welding At SkillsUSA Competition
Kurt Lammon of Polyvance gave a demonstration of a new nitrogen plastic welding component that will become an official part of the competition in 2018.
Searching For A Career? Set Up A Free Profile At AutoCareCareers.org
After setting up a free profile at jobs.autocarecareers.org, candidates can upload a resume, choose to make it confidential, designate military status and receive email alerts of new job postings.
House Approves Bill To Overhaul Federal Career And Technical Education Policies
The U.S. House of Representatives June 22 passed bipartisan legislation that overhauls federal policies for supporting state and local career and technical education programs.
Jeep Wrangler Is ‘Most American-Made’ Vehicle
Topping the list for the first time in the 11-year history of the American-Made Index is the Jeep Wrangler. No. 2 on the list is the Jeep Cherokee.
