UFI Filters, a world leader in fluid filtration technologies, has signed a new supply contract with BMW for a complete oil filtration module, designed for 3.0 l diesel and petrol engines.
One hundred years ago, the first cloverleaf interchange was created; the Federal Aid Road Act for rural road construction was passed; for the first time, motor vehicles on the U.S. highways exceeded one million -- and the first tow truck was manufactured. Into this automotive atmosphere ACDelco was born – on May 11, 1916.
Engineers for the new 10-speed automatic transmission available in the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 built on the experience of previous Hydra-Matic multispeed transmissions to push its performance, refinement and efficiency advantages to a new threshold.
Brake components supplier Juratek is subjecting its brake pads to stringent noise reduction test in order ensure the highest levels of quality and passenger comfort. The tests are in addition to the already strict quality and testing procedures employed by the company.
Exposed to excessive vibration and high load levels during drive-off and gear shift, transmission mounts are prone to wear out quickly, thus requiring frequent replacement.
Automechanika Birmingham takes place next month and as well as more than 550 high calibre exhibitors, an important part of the visitor experience will be a series of informative seminars that will examine a wide range of important issues facing both the aftermarket and supply chain.
The existing partnership between Hankook Tire and German touring car championship DTM has been extended for a further three years. The tyre maker signed a new contract with DTM promoter ITR e.V. last Friday following the press conference held for the opening of the current season; under the terms of this contract, Hankook will continue to deliver its Ventus Race DTM tyres to Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz until the end of the 2019 season.
Dutch garage equipment manufacturer Winntec will showcase a series of new additions to its growing product portfolio from its booth (Hall 1, B19) at Reifen 2016. The Winntec Y412500 2.5 ton aluminium floor jack combines a futuristic design with Winntec’s Turbo Lifter pumping technology. Its latest jack, the Winntec Y420330, features a compact yet fully functional design, while an upgrade to Winntec’s Wheel Assist will increase the range’s functionality, the company states.
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