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Virtual paint tool improves vehicle corrosion protection
Wednesday, 04 February 2009
Ford Motor Company is leading the development of a virtual paint simulation tool called EPD (Electro-coat Paint Deposition) that helps ensure vehicle body panels are adequately coated with electro-...
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AA Insurance squeezes repairers
Wednesday, 03 December 2008
The introduction by AA Insurance of a new approved repairer agreement that allows only a five per cent margin on new parts has not been welcome news to the collision repair industry.
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Chrysler Electric Vehicles LA debut
Wednesday, 03 December 2008
Chrysler’s three production-intent electric vehicle prototype vehicles made their worldwide auto show debut at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The vehicles – the Dodge EV, Jeep® EV and Chrysler EV...
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Bosch keeps service dealer network in the loop
Thursday, 06 November 2008
The message of ongoing support and training from the Bosch representatives to their supplier service dealer network was made loudly and clearly at their recent conference held in Hamilton on the 17th...
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Dual Mass Flywheels invented by LuK
Thursday, 06 November 2008
Take for example the revolutionary invention of the Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF). It’s true that flywheels have helped to eliminate cyclic irregularities of the engine for a long time. However engine...
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The Bosch Start/Stop System: reducing fuel consumption and CO² emissions
Thursday, 06 November 2008
Bosch has drawn on its combined competence in drive trains, energy management, and starter technology to develop the Bosch Smart Electronic Start/Stop System. With increasing fuel prices, ever...
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FAG wins 2008 Automechanika Innovation Award in the parts category
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
In conventional systems, the drive torque is transferred between the wheel bearing and the axle journal by means of radial splines, which have a certain amount of clearance to make mounting easier....
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The Mother of all Trade Fairs
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
Everything automotive related was on display at Automechanika which is held biannually at Messe Frankfurt, a tradition that started in 1971.
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Tyre Equipment takes pride of place at Automechanika 2008
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
At the recent Automechanika in Frankfurt, tyre equipment manufacturers from Germany, the United States and Italy were all vying for customer attention with the latest and greatest developments in the...
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Expert Training makes all the difference
Wednesday, 10 September 2008
Many workshop owners invest in expensive, sophisticated diagnostic plant. But buying it is only one side of the coin – technicians must also know how to use this equipment optimally to get a full...
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Ford USA implements a greener painting process
Wednesday, 10 September 2008
“Painting vehicles has traditionally been one of the auto industry’s biggest environmental challenges”
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GT Radial Speedshow is New Zealand’s biggest celebration of motorsport
Wednesday, 10 September 2008
The 650hp Indy Racing League single-seater race car that Kiwi star Scott Dixon drove to victory in this year’s Indy 500 may be the star attraction at this year’s GT Radial Speedshow, but with race...
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Keep the suspense going
Thursday, 14 August 2008
It is important to maintain a car’s suspension system well and do replacements in time. A faulty suspension not only makes for an uncomfortable ride and extra maintenance costs, it can result in loss...
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Motorsport
Noises Off
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Beware of that noisy exhaust fitted to your car, Ute or light truck, because it could fail a subjective test during a Warrant of Fitness check.
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P.C.E. in C.R.S. now H.O.T. in NZ
Thursday, 14 August 2008
The Process Centred Environment model of collision repair shop management has arrived in New Zealand. But although relatively simple to understand and operate, the model is far from a lightweight...
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INA - The Brand of Choice for Engine Parts
Sunday, 13 July 2008
The Schaeffler Group and its brands LuK, INA and FAG stand for pronounced customer orientation, innovative force and maximum quality. The company INA was founded in 1946. Vehicle manufacturers...
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Motorsport
Let the Games begin
Sunday, 13 July 2008
Tension is rising as the WorldSkills NZ National Finals get closer and the Automotive Trades competitors from around New Zealand prepare themselves for battle to find the best in their trade.
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Testing Challenges no problem, says Sulco
Sunday, 13 July 2008
The introduction of the heavy vehicle brake rule presents challenges to not only the operators of buses, trucks, and trailers, but also the authorities and transport service delivery agents (TSDA).
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From Humble Beginnings to Indy 500 Winner
Monday, 16 June 2008
Older motor racing fans will remember a quiet, cool 13-year-old winning the New Zealand Formula First championship when he was just 13, in his first season of car racing. His name, of course, was...
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Passionate Brothers Making a difference for Disabled Drivers
Monday, 16 June 2008
The automotive industry often feeds off the passion of its members, whether they are petrol heads or those with a technical bent like siblings Wayne and Trevor Brocket. The Brocket brothers own and...
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