The Copper-Free Brake Initiative
Spurred by the laws enacted by California and Washington, several other states such as New York, Hawaii, Rhode Island and Oregon drafted legislation over the past several years aimed at reducing brake pad pollution. However, the Copper-free Brake Initiative, in tandem with California and Washington’s existing laws, effectively made other state-specific laws unnecessary.
Developing Eco-Friendly Tires
There aren’t many products with a worse environmental image than tires. Too many people have seen huge piles of scrap tires, or worse still, burning tires that defy attempts to extinguish them. It’s a problem that’s hard to ignore, and, not surprisingly, tire manufacturers today seem to be very sensitive to the issue.
Brake Edge Code Updates Explained
Notice anything different about those edge codes on that set of brake pads you just ordered? If you haven’t yet, you will.
Cleaner Cars and Strong Climate Policy Can Drive Economic Recovery and Create 150,000 American Jobs
Groundbreaking New Report Links Benefits of Vehicle Efficiency and Comprehensive Clean Energy and Climate Legislation
Report Card: Fueling Your Appetite for Knowledge
In the manual Changes in Gasoline IV, every attempt is made to focus on the auto technician’s areas of interest and to cover current topics. A new chapter on Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) and E85 has been added, as E85 appears to be emerging as the renewable fuel of choice.
The Top Aftermarket Newsmakers of 2008
For the fifth year in a row, the editorial staff of aftermarketNews has selected the top individuals who have made an impact on the industry this past year.
Congress Discusses ‘Cash for Clunkers’ Program — ASA Calls for a Repair Option
The “Cash for Clunkers” policy has been discussed during testimony before the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services, included in draft climate legislation by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and proposed by General Motors Corp. in its business plan submitted to Congress.
Shop Lessons: Accessing Repair Data – A Report From the Field
Gary Goms explains how today, diagnostic technicians are dealing with networked computer systems that are impervious to reverse engineering and other diagnostic techniques.
Real World – Heading into Heavy Duty Opportunities
Thinking about a career in the heavy-duty engine building market? Experts in the industry share their thoughts on opportunities and challenges in this market.