Automotive: Repair & Service News 

Extech Instruments announced today that its affordable and versatile BR200 video borescope wireless inspection camera has been awarded a 2009 NECA Showstopper Award. The award is given to exemplary products exhibited at the 2009 NECA Show, the official trade show of the National Electrical Contractors Association (US). (PRWeb Nov 21, 2009)

Coast to Coast Auto Glass undergoes change of ownership, bringing convenient, quality auto glass replacement closer to home. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2009)

OCMUSA (Online Customer Management USA), a business management solutions company, recently awarded the marketing contract for its new Dealer Diversity initiative to One Marketing Solution founded by Terrance Cox and Miles Crovitz. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2009)

Dealer results: Hundreds of positive new reviews, generating 120 calls (on average) from reviews sites/directories a month. Industry’s most advanced online reputation management technology now available for $475/Month. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2009)

Belle Tire is pleased to announce the grand opening of two new Michigan stores located in Battle Creek and Monroe. Both locations stock over 250,000 tires ready for immediate installation and offer services including, but not limited to: wheel alignment– which many other tire retailers don’t even offer, brake systems, oil and lube, steering and suspension, windshield repair and replacement, air conditioning, batteries, starters and alternators, shocks and struts, cooling systems, and more. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2009)

Bernstein Liebhard LLP Wins $14.7 Million Jury Verdict For A Connecticut Class Of Independent Automobile Physical Damage Repair Shops against The Hartford Fire Insurance Company (PRWeb Nov 18, 2009)

And to mark the occasion, GGI European Tuning hosted a very special event at The Webster’s exclusive rooftop in Miami Beach last November 11th: “SMART AT THE TOP” (PRWeb Nov 17, 2009)

New website leverages the Internet to help consumers get free repair quotes for their damaged vehicles. By uploading photos of their damaged vehicle to CrashSpace.com, local body shops review the photos and vehicle information and then post a quote of the repair cost and how long it will take. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2009)

With less consumers purchasing new vehicles and deciding to keep their vehicles on the road longer, consumers reported increased vehicle maintenance behaviors in several areas in 2009, according to The NPD Group, a leading market research company. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2009)

Curry’s Auto Service of Sterling, Virginia, was named one of three finalists for the Top Shop Award, presented by Tire Review Magazine. Matt Curry accepted the award from Tire Review Editor Jim Smith at ceremonies in Las Vegas. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2009)

RMJ Technologies (http://www.rmjtech.com), a fleet management GPS vehicle tracking solutions provider, announced today it was awarded the Minority Business Enterprise Supplier of the Year Award (Class I) by the San Diego Regional Minority Supplier Development Council at the Council’s 2009 VIP Diversity Reception, Awards Ceremony and Benefit Jazz Concert held Friday, June 26, 2009 held at the U.S. Grant Hotel and Balboa Theatre in San Diego California. (PRWeb Nov 14, 2009)

Gerd H. Huber, a veteran international automotive supply and aftermarket executive, has been named president of U.S. operations by GEDORE Group, manufacturer and worldwide marketer of tools for automotive, aerospace and wind energy industries. GEDORE is best known in America for its KLANN specialty automotive tools, designed to save time and ease disassembly and repair jobs. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009)

Mautofied.com, the Leader in Custom Auto Classifieds announced its Expansion of its Classic Car Classifieds that now includes antique, vintage, and classic cars and trucks. More classic cars, classic projects, vintage and antique cars sold every month. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2009)

Three years ago, Collex Collision began its Wheels of HOPE program to give away restored used vehicles to families with transportation needs. This year, Belle Tire is donating tires, brake services, oil changes and windshield repair and replacement services in the restoration process of these vehicles. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009)

Web-Est announced they are going green by reducing the paper billing in the accounting department and releasing a new online tool that will help make the payment process easier and more cost-effective for auto body shops. The change is expected to reduce their carbon footprint by 20% and save their customers money. It will become fully effective by the end of November. (PRWeb Nov 12, 2009)

MotorLot offers low cost alternative to expensive and complicated DMS systems. Today MotorLot is announcing a better way to manage a dealership. MotorLot is a web based car dealer management software system available to auto dealers nationwide. MotorLot, is the no fuss DMS, that simplifies the management process. (PRWeb Nov 10, 2009)

OCMUSA (Online Customer Management USA), a business management solutions company, has tapped into the Automotive Dealership industry by designing a Dealer Diversity Program. It serves the needs of minority owned dealerships to assist them in creating a strong customer foundation. (PRWeb Nov 10, 2009)

Beyern Wheels (www.beyernwheels.com), a renowned industry leader in the development of wheels designed exclusively for BMW vehicles, launches the Rapp wheel this week at SEMA. SEMA is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. (PRWeb Nov 10, 2009)

Long-time Brookvale Tyre retailer Owen Tyres has joined forces with the national JAXQuickfit Tyres group. Business owners, father-and-son team, Ray and Steve Bird have an incredible 70 years’ tyre industry experience between them, and have now partnered with JAXQuickfit Tyres to take the Brookvale store into the next phase. (PRWeb Nov 10, 2009)

Toolbox the UK's fastest growing online tool retailer has today announced the launch of 2 brand new DeWalt Drill and Impact Driver Offers. A DCX220A2 12V twin pack, and a DCX4241 18V twin pack. (PRWeb Nov 8, 2009)

TSW Alloy Wheels has launched a staggering line up of new wheels at SEMA, the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. TSW Alloy Wheels is renowned as an industry leader in the development of innovative and striking staggered aftermarket wheels, all engineered for the perfect fit. One of the new wheels introduced by TSW is the meticulously designed multi-spoke wheel, the Zolder. (PRWeb Nov 7, 2009)

National consumer group shifts gears to help car buffs find reliable expert help (PRWeb Nov 7, 2009)

Belle Tire, the number one tire retailer in Michigan, continues to invest in the state and its local communities by offering advanced training to its current technicians and providing them with a new and exciting career opportunity as a certified technician. (PRWeb Nov 6, 2009)

Audatex North America, Inc., a leading provider of software for the automotive claims (www.apusolutions.com) processing industry, today announced a strategic partnership with APU Solutions, Inc., including a full product integration and distribution agreement. (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009)

John Megel Chevrolet which serves the Georgia new and used car markets is ranked in the Top 10 Chevrolet Dealerships in their Southeast District. This distinction highlights John Megel Chevrolet as one of the premier Chevrolet Dealerships in the state of Georgia. They achieved this ranking by leading their competitors in sales, service and customer satisfaction over the past 7 of 10 months. John Megel Chevy has been in business for over 19 years providing the highest quality Chevrolet products to their Georgia customers in Dawsonville, GA, Cumming, GA, Dahlonega, GA, Alpharetta, GA, Roswell, GA and all of the metro Atlanta GA area. (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009)

The Eastwood Company launched its revolutionary "Dual-Voltage" HotCoat Powder Coating Gun that delivers true dual-circuit power supplies for greater powder-transfer efficiency for less wasted powder, better coverage and smoother finishes at a fraction of the cost of industrial equipment for use by automotive restoration enthusiasts and hobbyists. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009)

Long-time V8 Supercar racer and Network 10 Grand Prix presenter Cameron McConville has opened a brand new JAXQuickfit Tyres store in Moorabbin. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009)

Broker's performance shows that 'value is possible outside the mainstream' says annual 'Driver Power' survey (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009)

AMSOIL has added three new popular designs to its family of Injen/AMSOIL Diesel Air Intake Systems, expanding its offerings for auto and light truck applications. Primarily used to increase the amount of oxygen available to the engine, intake systems like these also increase power. (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009)

Great news this week for Toyota owners, mechanics and technicians; Toyota Techsteam TIS is now certified for use with an inexpensive Mongoose MFC and the software has now been made available from Toyota for short term subscription. Official as of November 3rd, you can now subscribe to the Toyota Techstream software, purchase a Mongoose MFC interface cable and in your hands is the full power of the same professional level tool used by the Toyota dealers! The Mongoose MFC interface is available from www.TunerTools.com (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009)

KPA and Ford & Harrison LLP have formed an alliance to offer nationwide HR advice for auto, truck and equipment dealers, through KPA's HotlinkHR;, a total HR compliance solution. (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009)

Originally set for release in January 2010, cracksandracks.com is among a select few Thule dealers around the country stocking and shipping the product now, two months ahead of schedule. Customers can now order complete rack systems to fit their new 2010 model cars and trucks. (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009)

Paul A. Faletti, Jr. has been appointed President and CEO for NCM Associates, Paul Stowe, NCM Chairman of the Board, announced today. Faletti will be responsible for overseeing all NCM operations. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2009)

The race and hot rod enthusiast's number one source for high performance parts and accessories is now the go-to place for automotive tools and equipment, too. Summit Racing Equipment, the world's largest direct mail and Internet supplier of high performance automotive parts, has greatly increased its selection of tools and garage accessories to help automotive do-it-yourselfers get their projects done right. (PRWeb Oct 31, 2009)

David Shimones and Ivonne Chavira join growing Denver businessAddison Auto Repair & Body Shop, one of Denver's premier auto service shops, announced today that it has hired two additional people for its growing auto body shop. With an AAA body shop customer satisfaction rating of 100%, Addison's pledge is to restore their customers' vehicles to a condition equal to or better than it was before the accident. (PRWeb Oct 31, 2009)

MOC Products Company, Inc. (MOC®), a leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative automotive maintenance products and services, announced today an exclusive supply agreement with the RLJ-McLarty-Landers Automotive Group, one of the leading, privately owned, automotive dealership groups in the United States. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

Auto Glass Guru offers top 4 Benefits of Auto Glass Repair (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009)

Customer courtesy is often claimed and rarely delivered... but it's a reality at JAXQuickfit Tyres Newcastle. For more than a decade, Franchisee husband-and-wife team Peter and Robyn Price have been going the extra mile for their customers. (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009)

The Vero Company is expanding their product base with the launch of MBoss, a vehicle protection program that will include Identity Theft protection, in addition to vehicle protection. (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009)

geoVue, a leading provider of location intelligence solutions, and Express Oil Change & Service Center announced today that Express Oil has chosen geoVue's market planning, optimization and site selection solutions to aid in their 2010 expansion plans. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)