Ford Offering Rebates to Independent Shops
Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) has launched its 2009 Summer of Savings national rebate program for qualified shops. The program offers rebates on Ford and Motorcraft parts valid May through August 2009. The rebates are available exclusively for independent repair facilities, body shops and fleets with in-house repair. The program features: • 24 offers worth
Toyota Unveils Next Phase of Lower Price Radiator Program
Toyota has introduced the “third phase” of a “lower price” OE radiator program that averages about half the price (prices reduced by an average of approximately 50 percent; price reduction for specific models may vary). With new applications for Sequoia, Sienna and Tundra, shops can now buy competitively-priced Genuine Toyota Radiators to cover 77 percent
Freeze Frame
Over the last 50 years or so, frame machines have evolved from basic garage-built machines to high-tech modern marvels.
Get Good Air
Your compressed air system is vital to most of the functions in your shop. That’s why ongoing, preventive maintenance is crucial to maintaining
performance and efficiency.
Top Quality Brakes
Subaru of America offers genuine Subaru body and re- placement parts that Subaru says fit perfectly every time. Imprecise stamping molds of aftermarket parts may cause installers to force a fit, which could cause the part to bow, bend or simply not line up. Subaru’s distribution network allows our Subaru N.E.W. Horizons wholesaling dealers to
Top Quality Brakes
Subaru of America offers quality Genuine Subaru brake pads and other maintenance parts at competitive prices. The brake pad materials are specifically formulated to be compatible with the rotor surface to help prevent brake judder, noise and excessive heat buildup. For tips on Subaru brake repairs and to find your nearest Subaru N.E.W. Horizons parts
California Repair Shop Owner Wins 2008 F-150 Foose Edition Truck
Chris Weissensee of Sacramento, Calif., was one of 10 finalists in the 2007 Ford Customer Service Division “When It Fits You Win!” national sweepstakes. It became his lucky day when his key started the grand prize vehicle, a 2008 F-150 Foose Edition Truck, at Homestead-Miami Speedway this past November. Weissensee’s luck becomes a reality
Perfect Fit
Subaru of America offers genuine Subaru body and replacement parts that fit perfectly every time. Its extensive distribution network allows Subaru N.E.W. Horizons wholesaling dealers to deliver the parts you need fast and at competitive prices. Visit www.endwrench.com.
A Legal Primer
Knowledge of your legal rights and your customers’ legal rights is critical to your long-term success.
The Unofficial Collision Repair Dictionary: Part II
Class is back in session, students, as we take another look at terms used every day at our shops to figure out their true meanings.