Sonnax highlights oversized servo pin kit
Sonnax has introduced an oversized servo pin kit (part number 77787-03K) for reconditioned GM 4L60, 4L60-E, 4L65-E and 4L70-E case bores. According to the company, this chromoly steel servo pin matches the longest OE pin length and is fully compatible with OE and aftermarket servos.
Alto introduces new cores
Alto has introduced new OEM TEHCM cores covering several different applications. GM, BMW 6L45E models are covered by Alto #201550NDOEM (OEM #24241382), while GM 6L80E and 6L90E models are covered by Alto #195575AUC (OEM part #24270598, pictured above).
Alto introduces ZF bonded valve body plates
Alto has introduced two new lines of ZF bonded valve body plates—one applicable for 845RE, ZF8HP45/70/90 applications; the other for ZF8HP45/50/55/70/75/95 applications. See the Alto website for more information about compatibility, part numbers, etc.
Clean Cars 2030 signed into law in Washington state
Repair shops in Washington state might be facing big changes sooner than they expected, as Governor Jay Inslee recently signed a bill into law setting a date of 2030 for all new cars registered in the state to be electric. The measure, known as Clean Cars 2030, sets the most aggressive state target in the U.S. for
Sonnax highlights accumulator valve train kit
Sonnax has introduced an accumulator valve train kit (part number 77754-10K). According to the company, it is built to prevent sleeve wear in GM 4L60-E series transmissions. The 4L60-E series valve train has three OE size variations: CX, DX and YZ. This kit is specifically designed for the DX size with additional selective springs to
Milwaukee Tool adds tool tray to Packout Modular Storage System
Milwaukee Tool has added a new tool tray to its Packout Modular Storage System. The Packout Tool Tray features Stack or Store functionality, providing modular connectivity with any Packout solution and storage within the Rolling Tool Chest, Rolling Tool Box, XL Tool Box or the Large Tool Box, Milwaukee says. In addition, the Tool Tray
ATC Drivetrain to build new manufacturing facility in Tennessee
ATC Drivetrain announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Knoxville, Tenn. The site is scheduled to begin production in April and will support the company’s remanufacturing and battery life cycle management businesses. “This expansion is driven by increased demand from our customers, and the Knox County location is particularly well suited for our future
Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket expands N.A. operations
Schaeffler has announced plans to relocate and expand its Automotive Aftermarket operations. Groundbreaking began recently for its new 250,000-square-foot facility in Strongsville, Ohio—approximately five miles from its current operation in Valley City. Schaeffler says it expects the new facility to be operational in the third quarter of 2022. “Our new Strongsville facility represents the growth of our North
Chicago Pneumatic introduces cordless impact wrench
Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new 1⁄2-in. cordless impact wrench, the CP8854 series. According to the company, the wrench is made for tire changing and quick service wheel applications on light vehicles including cars and vans. Mechanics can use the wrench to remove wheels quickly for access to brakes, suspension and shock absorbers, and with
Launch introduces X-431 Throttle III scan tool
Launch highlights the X-431 Throttle III diagnostic scan tool that uses Wi-Fi and SmartLink VCI connectivity. Released in late 2021, it is aimed at assisting technicians with OE-level, accurate vehicle diagnostics, ADAS calibrations, IMMO functionality, remote tech-to-tech collaborative diagnostics, FCA security, gateway access and compliance, heavy-duty truck diagnostics and more. The operation system is based
K-Tool introduces new lighting lineup
K-Tool International has expanded its line of lighting products for professional work applications. The new lighting additions include telescoping underhood lights, work lights, floodlight, headlamps, flashlight with power bank and a rechargeable UV pen light. The lighting line features lumen ranges from 200 and 2,000 lumens. The product line additions, as described by the company, include:
Heat Metal Components Faster with Venom HP
Induction Innovations, Inc.’s Venom HP is the company’s highest powered Mini-Ductor handheld induction heater. The Venom HP is part of the Mini-Ductor series that allows users to release hardware from corrosion or thread lock compounds in a matter of seconds, without the dangers of an open flame. The Mini-Ductor Venom HP’s feature set includes a