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Automotive Industry Corporate News
Automotive Industry Corporate News
Automotive industry is much wider than gearbox repairs and new transmission units launched on the market. It is wise to learn about new vehicles from various manufacturers recently introduced on the market, new technologies in modern cars - including Continuously Variable Transmissions, Direct-Shift Gearboxes - as well as automatic transmission fluid that would allow reduction of harmful emissions and many more things!
RepairPal.com, a well-known provider of
car repair services, has entered into partnership with extended warranty provider
Omega Auto Care to cut the financial excesses and eliminate inconveniences of
auto repair for Omega’s customers.
With
the advent of electrified cars, there will be substantial changes not only in
the automotive industry, but also in the aftermarket segment. To stay
competitive on the market, aftermarket businesses must be prepared for the
upcoming revolutionary changes.
BorgWarner United Transmission Systems has recently
celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special ceremony held in China. This
milestone event has been attended by local politicians, major industry
representatives, main customers and company staff to mark significant achievements
of this business for a decade of fruitful work, including the production of its
3 millionth DCT module.
ASAP Automotive Warehouse (ASAP) plans to use MAM
Software’s Autocat e-catalog of spare parts to improve deal-making process and
optimizing its customer support. The company has already been enjoying benefits
of using MAM Software’s Autopart business management solution for improved
effectiveness in day-to-day operations.
VW AUSTRALIA has recently announced a recall of
63,000 VW, 14,000 Audi, and 4500 Skoda models produced between 2009-2015 to
take measures against possible DSG unit issues.
Vitesco Technologies has entered into
agreements with PSA Group and Hyundai to provide the 1-st 100%-integrated electric
axle drive system for a variety of serially manufactured vehicles.
ZF Aftermarket, one of the largest suppliers of
automotive components to European markets, plans to participate in AAPEX, SEMA,
and ATRA Powertrain exhibitions later this year. ZF representatives say that participations
in such major aftermarket events is a great opportunity to present ZF’s latest
products and to establish business relationships with reliable distributors in
North America.
While sports car enthusiasts more and more
often have to find a tuning company for a transmission conversion service, it
seems like Ford is preparing a surprise for fans of its off-road segment.
According to numerous media rumors, the upcoming 2021 Ford Bronco will have a
manual option.
Sypris
Technologies Inc., a producer and vendor of drivetrains and related parts, has
reported that it has received an order to deliver specific elements, which will
be used for production of a new sports car transmission (presumably an 8-speed
DCT transmission).
Subaru has recently unveiled its new prices and
trim level modifications for the 2020 Impreza. It seems like not all admirers
of classic manually-shifted Subaru models will be happy with the latest news
from the automaker, as it is said that Subaru plans to reduce the number of
manual Subaru models available for the 2020 line-up.
ZF, a well-known supplier of automatic
transmissions and related spare parts, plans to present a new generation of the
automatic transmission EcoLife (named as EcoLife2) intended for buses at the exhibition Busworld
Europe 2019.
CARDONE
Industries has recently announced the 4-th launch of its popular video contest
series for car repair specialists, who will have a great opportunity to
demonstrate their workmanship and to compete for a fantastic cash prize ($5,000).