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By Counterman
link hidden, please login to view announced it has released Guided ADAS. This application enables Autel Calibration system owners to use their frame, targets and expedited setup, with OE software accessed in-house or via the Autel Remote Expert platform, to calibrate vehicles not yet covered by Autel tablet ADAS calibration software, according to Autel. “We are always playing catchup when it comes to coverage. That is just the reality of being an aftermarket software developer. Yet, technicians, especially those working in collision, need to calibrate new or newer vehicles. With Guided ADAS, Autel users can take advantage of all the benefits of their calibration systems—ease of use and efficiency—step-by-step instructions, optical positioning, unlevel floor compensation, and validated documentation, along with our quality targets, patterns, and calibrators—and use OE calibration software to complete the task,” said Stewart Peregrine, senior executive of ADAS sales at
link hidden, please login to view. Guided ADAS, which is compatible with all of the Autel calibration systems: the Standard, MA600, IA800, IA900, or the new IA700 frames, allows shops to use their own OE subscriptions and tools or contract with a Remote Expert with OE software subscriptions for the setup specifications and to initiate ADAS calibration on new vehicles, according to Autel.
There are three calibration scenarios available in the application
The first allows the in-house or Remote Expert technician who has referenced the OE calibration data and has determined that the vehicle uses the same procedures and targets as a previous model year to retrieve the detailed setup instructions, including target type from the Autel calibration database. Autel offers calibration coverage for more than 40 brands and hundreds of models and model year vehicles sold in North America.
The second application allows technicians to input and save the specifications for completely new or existing vehicles with new-to-the-model ADAS components that lack historical parameter data.
The third scenario allows technicians to use the Autel patterns, targets, and calibrators identified by the OE as acceptable for calibrating the identified vehicle. The technician would then determine the position identification method, i.e., radar location, front camera, or front of the vehicle, then input the distance and height of the target to meet the OE’s vehicle placement requirements.
Next, the user selects “Start Placement.” The system will display placement instructions for MA600 or Standard frame system users or activate the optical positioning cameras and guide the user to place the target and frame at the correct distance, offset, and angle to the vehicle when the IA700, IA800, and IA900 frames are used.
Remote Expert Platform
The Autel Remote Expert platform enables technicians to contract with an experienced technician with OE tools or subscriptions to complete the calibration if needed. Remote Experts are also available for modular flashing, new ECU programming, and OE tasks currently not supported by Autel software. Released on the Autel MaxiSYS Ultra series of tablets over two years ago, the Remote Expert platform has seen incredible growth, averaging more than 4,000 monthly orders.
“Remote Expert is like a virtual lifeline from the technician to an Expert. Whatever the challenge, from a tricky diagnosis to module programming, a technician can use the platform to reach out to an Expert. ADAS calibration assistance has quickly grown in need. With the development of Guided ADAS, we foresee even greater growth,” Autel’s Director of Technical Operations, Maurice Miller, said of the platform.
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link hidden, please login to view announced more late-model GM coverage as part of its latest product release. The 10 part numbers represent a small sampling of the many late-model part numbers that are in stock and available for immediate delivery, the company said. These numbers cover 2,583,000 applications and model years 2016-2024. The new part numbers represent “excellent sales opportunities,”
link hidden, please login to view said. For more information, contact your sales representative, or call the Anchor customer service department at 888-444-4616.
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link hidden, please login to view announced the addition of link hidden, please login to view, “expanding its coverage with more engineering solutions,” according to the latest press information. A key spotlight in this release are the TTX front lower control arms for the 2023-2021 Ford F-150 pick-up truck. These control arms feature patented technology to help significantly extend part service life and improve overall durability, Mevotech said. The engineered Integri-Boot dust boot keeps out contaminants, while the entire part is protected with the Repel-TEK anti-corrosion formula. Additionally, a full replacement hardware kit, including frame bolts, allows for complete and fast installation.
This new release also broadens Mevotech’s steering repair catalogue, with the introduction of TTX inner tie rod ends and additional TTX idler and pitman arm part numbers. Vehicle alignment can now be restored for popular fleet vehicles such as the 2023-2014 Ford Transit Connect using an engineered alternative to the original component with TTX inner tie rod ends. With the TTX program, working and fleet vehicles have the advantages of engineered parts designed with patented technology for improved uptime and part service life, according to Mevotech.
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link hidden, please login to view announced expanded coverage in both the Edelmann and Edelmann Elite line of products. The company released 61 new parts in the first half of 2024 covering 32 million vehicles in operation. “We’re expanding coverage and adding key parts to our industry leading power steering product portfolio,” said Anthony Holguin,
link hidden, please login to view director of category management. “In the first half of this year alone, Plews has introduced 61 new power steering hoses, hard parts, fluid, and innovative repair kits and tools for electric power steering components. Many of these products are exclusive offerings to the aftermarket.” The new releases include:
42 power steering hoses with coverage for over 16 million registered vehicles with applications from GM, Ford, Acura, and Toyota, including GM crossovers and fleet-oriented Ford Super Duty applications. 6 power steering hard parts have been added to the Edelmann Elite line of new racks, pumps and gears, bringing the total number of NEW hard parts SKUs in the program to 374. These 6 SKUs have added coverage beyond 90% of sales demand in the aftermarket, according to the company. The newly introduced SKUs include 5 pumps, and 1 rack exclusive to Plews & Edelmann. The addition of a fully synthetic Honda/Acura power steering fluid that provides coverage to over 13 million vehicles in operation. The expansion of Plews & Edelmann’s EPS category with 12 additional SKUs, offering alternatives to replacing expensive and often unavailable electronically assisted steering components.
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link hidden, please login to view has updated its annual DataMac Canadian Distribution report. With 119 Canadian businesses serving the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry (dealers, distributors, HDDs, independent garages, auto parts stores and others) providing data and information, a number of relevant business areas are highlighted in the report. Parts and service labor sales, inventory changes and parts sourcing practices are included as well as many other business insights. link hidden, please login to view “Balancing the need of having parts available to meet customer demand against other external factors has been challenging to say the least, but it appears parts availability issues are ironing out for most channels, while some shifts in the overall sourcing are still apparent,” said Molly MacKay Zacker.
At 78% of the total revenue, parts sales and service labor account for the primary sources of truck and trailer business revenue in 2023. Similarly, parts sales and service labor also represent the largest portions of profit across all channels, combined they total 85%.
Additionally, parts sales revenues hold a higher share of the revenue than one year ago — 56% compared to 47%. The largest year-over-year shift in profits is seen in service labor; with 2023 totaling 29% and 2024 coming in at 31%.
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