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Rep. Introduces New Motor Vehicle Safety Legislation
Bill Addresses Vehicle Electronics WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif.) has introduced House Bill 6051, the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2012. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Bono Mack is a
Jul 23, 2012
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ASA Announces New, Renewing Associate Members for Second Quarter 2012
COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS – The AutomotiveService Association (ASA) is pleased to announce its newest associate members – Blue Light Integrated Services, Indiana Autobody Association (IABA), Motor Trade Association of South Australia and Special
Jul 23, 2012
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Sonic Automotive Reports Parts and Service Revenue Up 3.2%
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: SAH), one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, today reported 2012 second quarter earnings from continuing operations of $27.5 million for an 20% increase over the prior year resul
Jul 23, 2012
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Honda Recalls 172,000 Vehicles
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, America Honda Motor Co. is recalling a little over 172,000 2013 and 2012 model year Acura ILX and Honda CR-V vehicles. The website said there is an issue with the door latch that may ca
Jul 21, 2012
Avoid Customer Attrition: Sell Tires!
Twenty years ago, I was doing some consulting work for a Chrysler dealership in the Midwest. Day one was simply an on-the-drive observation day, I stood near the advisors to simply watch and listen. Mid-morning, a vehicle approached the service drive
Jul 20, 2012
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Brad Keselowski Racings Helps Cequent Consumer Products Launch New Logo for Laitner “Quality Cleaning Tools” Brand BKR Races #29 Laitner and PlanItDIY RAM at Chicagoland Speedway
SOLON, OH – Parker Kligerman, NASCAR driver of the #29 Laitner Cleaning Tools, PlanItDIY.com BKR RAM Truck will be racing in the Camping World Truck Series at Chicagoland Speedway on Saturday July 21st. There are two reasons Kligerman’s truck is
Jul 20, 2012
AutoNation Reports Total Revenue Up 17%
AutoNation Reports All-Time Record Quarterly EPS from Continuing Operations FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), America’s largest automotive retailer, today reported 2012 second quarter adjusted net income from continuin
Jul 19, 2012
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Do you Want Fries with That?
McDonald’s is a global brand, serving people worldwide to the tune of billions and billions of dollars in revenue. One of their secrets? “Do you want fries with that?” That simple saying generates more profit than any other. It is nothing other
Jul 18, 2012
Mopar® Announces New Line of Remanufactured Loaded Brake Calipers
Auburn Hills, Mich. — With a 75-year heritage of developing high-quality parts and accessories, Mopar® announces today the availability of a new line of remanufactured loaded brake calipers. Mopar Remanufactured Loaded Brake Calipers have been add
Jul 16, 2012