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Ford Recall, Lincoln Recall

Ford Recall, Lincoln Recall

Aug. 25, 2020 – Ford Motor Company is issuing a safety recall for 528 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. ... Continue reading

Are Aftermarket Exhausts Worth it?

Are Aftermarket Exhausts Worth it?

Aftermarket exhausts differ quite a bit from stock exhausts since they circumvent the constraints of stock exhausts. Many people search for an exhaust system that can deliver better engine performance or fuel economy. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 24, 2020 | Ford, Mercedes, Jeep, Lincoln, BMW, RAM,Triumph, Freightliner, Coachman, JAYCO, Cruise Car, Coachman, Winnebago, Others.

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 24, 2020 | Ford, Mercedes, Jeep, Lincoln, BMW, RAM,Triumph, Freightliner, Coachman, JAYCO, Cruise Car, Coachman, Winnebago, Others.

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

National Auto Parts Warehouse Completes Acquisition of Substantially Washington and Oregon All Auto Plus Assets from Icahn Automotive Group

National Auto Parts Warehouse Completes Acquisition of Substantially Washington and Oregon All Auto Plus Assets from Icahn Automotive Group

NPW’s acquisition of substantially all Auto Plus assets in Washington state and Oregon. The transaction includes two Pep Boys Parts retail store locations in Seattle, Washington, and excludes Pep Boys automotive service centers. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up | August 9-15, 2020

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up | August 9-15, 2020

*Here Is What Happened Last Week; August 9-15, 2020: GM Vs FCA; China Car Sales On Fire; Lyft and Uber Drivers Are Employees Say California Court; Jeep Vs Ford; Lucid, 500 Mile Range EV Launched; Ford Recall; BMW Bikes ADAS; MB $700 Million Dieselgate Settlement; Michigan To Dedicate Traffic Lanes For Autonomous Vehicl ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 10, 2020 ; BMW, Honda, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, GMC, Mercedes-Benz, Thor, Indian, Freightliner

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 10, 2020 ; BMW, Honda, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, GMC, Mercedes-Benz, Thor, Indian, Freightliner

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 3, 2020

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - August 3, 2020

Kia, Hyundai, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, Thor, Newmar, Peterbilt, More Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

U.S. Auto Parts Network Is Now CarParts.com

U.S. Auto Parts Network Is Now CarParts.com

U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. today announced it has formally changed its name to CarParts.com, Inc. Following its sales growth and its inclusion in the Russell 2000® Index, the company decided it needed a name that reflected the tech-forward company it has become. The company, which has been a leader in online afterm ... Continue reading

Dodge and Ram Dominate Mass-market Brands Second Straight Year in J.D. Power APEAL Study™

Dodge and Ram Dominate Mass-market Brands Second Straight Year in J.D. Power APEAL Study™

APEAL mass-market results echo 2019 when Ram ranked first, followed by Dodge Dodge Challenger first in popular Midsize Sporty Car category Ram 1500 captures top spot in competitive Large Light-duty Pickup segment Dodge Durango, Dodge Charger, Chrysler Pacifica make podium 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Dodge and Ram rank No ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL DETAILS - July 20, 2020

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL DETAILS - July 20, 2020

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles - Hyundai; Mercedes-Benz; Chrysler; Dodge; Audi; Kia, Mitsubishi, Setra; Keystone; Forest River; Altec, Jayco; if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out ... Continue reading

How to Prepare Your Vehicle For A Road Trip

How to Prepare Your Vehicle For A Road Trip

Before embarking on any road trip, you need to prepare your vehicle for the mileage and ensure the maintenance is up to date. Having the oil changed is vital because having new oil provides added engine protection for the trip, especially for prolonged intervals and long days of driving. ... Continue reading

FCA Recalls 925,239 Nitro, Town and Country, Dodge Grand Caravan To Replace Driver-side Air Bag Covers

FCA Recalls 925,239 Nitro, Town and Country, Dodge Grand Caravan To Replace Driver-side Air Bag Covers

FCA US is voluntarily recalling an estimated 925,239 older-model vehicles in the U.S. to replace the air bag covers on their steering wheels. ... Continue reading

Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Ultra High Performance Available

Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Ultra High Performance Available

Michelin has released its latest ultra-high-performance all-season tire — the MICHELIN® Pilot® Sport All-Season 4. The tire is designed to provide year-round performance and give drivers ultimate control in any moment, in any season. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - JUly 6, 2020

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - JUly 6, 2020

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles - Toyota, Volkswagen, RAM, Triple E, Forest River, Vac-tron. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall. ... Continue reading

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