Valvoline launches Restore & Protect motor oil line
Valvoline Global announced the global launch of its new full synthetic motor oil, Restore & Protect. Vaolvoline says the new oil removes up to 100% of engine-killing deposits with continuous use. Restore & Protect is designed for gasoline-engine automobiles. It makes use of two Valvoline technologies: Active Clean, which removes deposits and restores engines to run like new, and Liqui-Shield, which works proactively to prevent deposit
BendPak releases two-post lift
BendPak has released the new PL-6000DC two-post parking lift, which it says is designed to be ganged together with shared columns so more lifts can fit in a smaller area, indoors or outside. The new lift has a rated capacity of 6,000 pounds and can be installed in a typical 8-foot parking space. BendPak says
Snap-on announces upgrades in diagnostic software release
With its latest diagnostic software release, Snap-on said it has added more location images and larger connector diagrams to its Fast-Track Guided Component Test feature to “give professional automotive technicians increased confidence and certainty in their diagnosis.” “Fast-Track Guided Component Tests take oscilloscope testing of individual electrical components or circuits to the next level by
Tub O’ Towels debuts heavy-duty cleaner and degreaser spray
Tub O’ Towels announced a new heavy-duty cleaner and degreaser spray, which the company says is aimed at taking care of grease and grime in service shops, oil change bays and engine or transmission shops. “Customers have been asking us for years to offer our cleaning solution as a spray,” said Ashley Szeremet, director of
ADD Group to exhibit at Automechanika Shanghai
ADD Group, a manufacturer of shocks, struts and complete strut assemblies, will be exhibiting its products at Hall 3 Booth 3N35 at Automechanika Shanghai 2023. New complete strut assemblies and air shocks for EV applications are among the highlighted products. Coverage extends to pickup trucks, light trucks, commercial and heavy-duty vehicles, the company said. Automechanika Shanghai
Gray Tools releases insulated socket sets
Gray Tools offers two new insulated socket sets, available in 1/4-in. and 3/8-in. drive sizes. According to the press release, each set contains a 42-tooth round head ratchet with two extensions and a variety of SAE and metric sockets. Each piece is individually insulated to 1,000 volts and tested to 10,000 volts in compliance with
PRT launches seven new complete strut assembly products
PRT announced that it has added to its line of complete strut assemblies for light vehicles, SUVs and pickup trucks. The new products cover models such as the BMW 3 Series, Subaru Legacy, 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019 Kia Soul and 2019 Cadillac ATS, among others. PRT says its products are produced under the strictest OE
PRT adds 32 new products to complete strut assemblies line
PRT announced the launch of 32 new products in its line of complete strut assemblies. Models covered include the Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V, Kia Forte, Nissan Leaf and Jeep Cherokee, among others. PRT says its products are produced under strict OE quality processes required by the main automakers. “These new applications represent our continuous development
PRT expands line of complete strut assemblies
PRT announced that it has launched 15 new products in its line of complete strut assemblies for the aftermarket. Car models covered by the new products include the Subaru Impreza, Ford Escape, Volvo XC60, Lexus NX300, Chevrolet Malibu, Honda CRV, among others. PRT says its products are produced under the strictest OE quality processes required
PRT will present various product lines at AAPEX 2023
Performance Ride Technology (PRT) will be exhibiting various product lines and new applications in booth A5072 at AAPEX. Some of the launches apply to new vehicles, and one highlights is the new PRT complete strut assembly for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, which also can be seen in the AAPEX New Product Showcase. In addition, the
Shop Boss adds new user interface to its shop management software
Shop Boss, a shop management solution for independent auto repair shops, unveiled a new dynamic user interface (UI). The upgraded interface focuses on multi-device capability for shops that use multiple tech touchpoints. It also has a theme switcher to offer flexibility to users, the company says. “Our newest UI utilizes the latest components of responsive
Autel introduces alignment and ADAS lifts
Autel has introduced new Bay Max 12K and Bay Max 14K lifts, which are flush-mounted hydraulic scissor lifts with twin 6K and 7K Jacking Beams, respectively, and a Floor Lift Table. The new lifts mark Autel’s entrance into the lift market. The company says they can allow technicians to perform re-scan, visual inspection, and mechanical