Hydra-Test USA proud to present enhanced Solenoid Testing machine HT-SOL: supported from the USA office with expanded coverage of all popular US domestic solenoid types, input test pressure increased up to 25 Bar, enhanced filter, special control of PWM solenoids and advanced and easy-to-grasp operation interface.
ZF Aftermarket reports that it released more than 770 new parts over the course of 2023. According to ZF, those parts include 115 part numbers for ZF transmission products, including nearly 70 SACHS torque converters, and four different formulations of ZF Lifeguard e-Fluid for hybrid engines. A wide variety of other car and truck parts
ZF Aftermarket reports that it released more than 770 new parts over the course of 2023. According to ZF, those parts include 115 part numbers for ZF transmission products, including nearly 70 SACHS torque converters, and four different formulations of ZF Lifeguard e-Fluid for hybrid engines. A wide variety of other car and truck parts including brake pads, shock absorbers, and more, were also among that 770.
Circle D Specialties, a manufacturer of torque converters and driveline components for the automotive aftermarket, has announced the acquisition of Reid Racing, a maker of performance transmission cases and specialty heavy-duty axle components for off-road vehicles. Related Articles – The Alliance promotes JC Washbish to President – Transtar Holding Co. acquires Arch Auto Parts –
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.’s Board of Directors has named JC Washbish as president, effective Jan. 1. As president, Washbish will lead the Alliance headquarters office and its executive staff as well as Alliance shareholder membership moving forward. Related Articles – Nu-Star acquired by Traction Capital – Standard Drivetrain acquires Precision Industries – Transtar announces
Transtar Holding Co. announced it has acquired Arch Auto Parts, which has 21 locations throughout New York City and surrounding areas. Arch will become part of NexaMotion Group (NMG), a family of automotive aftermarket businesses under Transtar Holding Company. Arch was represented by Schwartz Advisors, and the terms were not disclosed. Related Articles – Al La Rocca passes
ADD Group announced that the company has been honored with two industry awards: the Best Marketing Excellence from Advance Auto Parts and the APC Overdrive from ACDelco. Related Articles – Two industry friends have passed – Powertrain industry profiles 2023 – Precision International founder Dennis Marshall passes The Best Marketing Excellence highlights the company’s exceptional
Mechanical diode failure in automatic transmissions is not uncommon. As far back as the AODE/4R70 shops have seen this type of failure. In April 2022 an article was published in Transmission Digest called, “The ins and outs of the Hydraulic Selectable One-Way Clutch (SOWC).” This article provided photos of the type of damage this style
The Chrysler 68RFE has had several changes through the years. Its four-speed predecessor began with a noisy solenoid pack identified by a black colored pass-through case connector (seen in Figure 1). Related Articles – 2024 State of the Powertrain Industry – Powertrain industry directory and buyer’s guide 2024 – Shift Pointers: A Chrysler 300 no-shift
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.” Related Articles – Transtar to offer recycled engines – Sonnax introduces GM 6L80, 6L90 output planet saver kits
Rostra Powertrain Controls announced that it now offers 13 common four- and six-speed replacement solenoids previously marketed under the BorgWarner brand. These thirteen solenoids and modules for Chrysler, Ford and GM transmissions can be identified on the Rostra website and packaging by the “OEM/S Part Supplied by Rostra” icon, the company said. Related Articles –
