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The Snap-on Tools plant in Algona, IA, celebrated a milestone in mid-September when its two millionth tool storage unit rolled off the assembly line. The plant, which employs 300 people who have worked there for an average of 33 years each, will soon undergo a 51,000-sq.-ft. expansion, bringing the total square footage to 470,000.
CARQUEST and MACS Worldwide have teamed up to find the best mobile a/c and heat transfer technician in the U.S. and Canada. The first round of competition, which included an online skills assessment, is complete and the ten finalists have been named. The finals will be held Nov. 17 at the Hendrick Motorsports facility in Charlotte, where the finalists will tackle a series of mobile a/c service tasks and diagnostic challenges. The top three qualifiers will attend the MACS 2008 Convention and Trade Show Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2008, at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World. The champion will be announced at the Convention's Keynote Luncheon.
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced a new member benefit agreement with AutoNetTV that features an automotive television network that can be viewed in the waiting areas of service and repair centers nationwide. AutoNetTV programming entertains and educates customers while they're on-site, with an emphasis on vehicle maintenance, safety and the importance of having work performed on schedule. To learn more about AutoNetTV or any of the more than 35 other ASA member benefits, you can download the ASA Benefits Portfolio at , or call ASA at 800-272-7467 ext. 295.
The Automotive Management Institute (AMI) is scheduled to launch later this month the AMI E-Link Education and Training Guide, a comprehensive online directory designed to provide
automotive service and collision repair professionals with a one-stop resource tool for all their business management and technical training needs. The guide can be accessed either on the home page of AMI's website (amion ) or through a direct link at .
Federal-Mogul's MOOG chassis parts brand has launched an extensive
new resource through the c o m p a n y 's global website that provides the latest technical information and other valuable tools for technicians who specialize in steering and suspension repair. The interactive resource is available through the "Aftermarket Solutions" link within federal- and at . Technicians can use the moogproblem forum to identify current solutions to common problems, share information with MOOG engineers and suggest their own solutions to specific undercar service issues.
Identifix, a source of online and hotline diagnostic and repair information, is celebrating 20 years of servicing independent auto repair shops. The organization has grown from four specialists managing the Repair Hotline to 41 master technicians, who receive up to 20,000 calls a month--nearly 3 million since it was first started. For more information, visit .
Complementing its radio sponsorship of National Football League Sunday and Monday night broadcasts during the 2007 season, the Automotive Distrib-
ution Network is hosting the Football Fantasy sweepstakes through the Parts Plus autostore and Car Care Center and Automotive Service Professional (ASP) brands. The grand prize winner receives an all-expenses-paid trip for two to Hawaii in February to enjoy the all-star week festivities. First-place prize is a trip for two to the pro football city of choice this season, and 25 second-place prizes will be awarded. Consumers can enter the Football Fantasy sweepstakes by logging on to or .
Jasper Engines and Transmissions has increased its nationwide parts and labor warranty to 3 yrs./100,000 mi. on its remanufactured gasoline engines, transmissions and differentials. The new warranty is transferable and, when paired with Jasper's Premium Service Plan, provides customers with added value to their purchase of a Jasper remanufactured product. Call 800-8277455, or visit for a full warranty disclosure.
BWD Automotive has announced the "Ready to Ride" sweepstakes promotion, in which participating technicians could win a portable GPS or the grand prize, a Honda ATV. Visit challenge to answer five questions about BWD by perusing the company's updated website. Every visit earns an entry into the sweepstakes, and technicians can enter as often as they'd like.
AIM has introduced a new website to support its new "AIM Power In Motion" branding and marketing initiative announced earlier this year. The website, at , includes a "Technician's Toolbox" section that provides tips and tools for diagnostics, along with frequently asked questions answered by AIM's engineering department on alternator and starter issues. The new site also offers access to the company's electronic catalog.
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