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link hidden, please login to view link hidden, please login to view link hidden, please login to view, the parent company of link hidden, please login to view, announced the addition of link hidden, please login to view to the BCA aftermarket product line. This latest new number announcement delivers expanded OE‑quality coverage for key Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda applications, representing more than 800,000 vehicles in operation across North America. “These new part numbers reinforce BCA’s commitment to coverage and OE‑quality performance in high‑value segments of the market,” said Matt Gorski, manager of product development, automotive aftermarket. “As import platforms continue to evolve, we remain focused on providing dependable solutions that help our customers capture replacement demand with confidence.”
The new additions strengthen BCA’s late‑model import coverage across key Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda platforms, including a growing mix of luxury, hybrid, and electric vehicles. By addressing both emerging electrified applications and sustained service demand in premium internal‑combustion models, this release further reinforces BCA’s ability to deliver durable, OE‑quality solutions for a broad and evolving segment of the aftermarket, the company said.
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link hidden, please login to view link hidden, please login to view link hidden, please login to view, the parent company of link hidden, please login to view, announced the addition of link hidden, please login to view to the BCA aftermarket product line. This latest new number announcement delivers expanded OE‑quality coverage for key Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda applications, representing more than 800,000 vehicles in operation across North America. “These new part numbers reinforce BCA’s commitment to coverage and OE‑quality performance in high‑value segments of the market,” said Matt Gorski, manager of product development, automotive aftermarket. “As import platforms continue to evolve, we remain focused on providing dependable solutions that help our customers capture replacement demand with confidence.”
The new additions strengthen BCA’s late‑model import coverage across key Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda platforms, including a growing mix of luxury, hybrid, and electric vehicles. By addressing both emerging electrified applications and sustained service demand in premium internal‑combustion models, this release further reinforces BCA’s ability to deliver durable, OE‑quality solutions for a broad and evolving segment of the aftermarket, the company said.
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A blown head gasket is one of the most serious engine issues, often leading to overheating, performance problems and costly repairs. Understanding how to evaluate the condition and choose an effective solution is key to preventing further damage and restoring engine operation.
The head gasket seals the combustion chamber and separates coolant and oil passages between the block and cylinder head. It must contain combustion pressure while maintaining proper fluid flow. When that seal fails, combustion gases, coolant and oil can cross paths, leading to overheating, pressure buildup and loss of engine efficiency.
Head gasket failure often starts with overheating or long-term engine stress. Customers may report coolant loss with no visible leak, along with white exhaust smoke, rough running, or coolant being forced out of the system. Some vehicles will still run for a period of time, while others overheat quickly. That difference in behavior is critical. It tells you how severe the failure is and helps guide the right repair approach.
Confirm the condition based on symptoms like coolant loss and overheating with no external leak. Then ask a key question: how long can the engine run before overheating or pushing out coolant? If it can run 15–20 minutes,
link hidden, please login to view is a strong option for sealing minor to moderate failures. If the issue is more severe, stepping up to a heavier-duty solution may be necessary. Bar’s Leaks Head Seal Blown Head Gasket Repair is designed to create a durable seal, helping restore system integrity when matched correctly to the condition. Head gasket issues come down to sealing failure and severity. Identify the condition, then match it with the right solution.
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Standard Motor Products Inc. (SMP) announced expanded coverage in multiple engine sensor categories. Advanced internal combustion engine systems such as variable valve timing and turbocharging depend on timely, accurate data from multiple sensors. SMP said its engine sensors are designed for accuracy, speed and durability, and each sensor is tested and validated for performance in extreme conditions.
Engine Sensor Categories and New Part Numbers
link hidden, please login to view engine sensor categories include camshaft position sensors, crankshaft position sensors, battery current and voltage sensors, mass air flow (MAF) sensors, manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors, coolant temperature sensors, throttle position sensors and fuel pressure sensors. Recent part number additions have expanded these categories. MAP sensors have been added for General Motors vehicles through the 2025 model year, as well as Ford vehicles such as the 2021 through 2025 F-150, 2018 to 2023 Transit Connect and 2021 to 2024 Bronco. MAF sensors are new for 2.2 million Lexus and Toyota vehicles, as well as Cadillac cars and SUVs through 2024. Coolant temperature sensors were recently introduced for vehicles such as the 2020 to 2023 Chevrolet Silverado and 2021 to 2023 GMC Yukon.
Multiple battery current and voltage sensors were recently added, introducing coverage for the 2020 to 2025 Nissan Sentra, 2018 to 2024 Jeep Wrangler, 2019 to 2023 Kia Soul and 2019 to 2025 Lexus ES300h. Additionally, engine oil level sensors have been introduced for more than 6 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles through the 2025 model year.
Testing and Validation
link hidden, please login to view said its engine sensors are subjected to extensive testing in the lab, on actual vehicles and at the end of the line to ensure quality. Camshaft and crankshaft position sensors undergo vibration testing for 48 to 68 hours on multiple planes for durability and are chamber tested from minus 40 °F to 257 °F for accuracy in all conditions. They are then validated on actual vehicles to help optimize the performance of fuel injection and variable valve timing systems. Each sensor is end of line tested for timing, pulse width and signal amplitude. “Standard offers thousands of precision engineered sensors in multiple categories, providing our trusted partners with the industry leading coverage they expect from us,” said John Herc, vice president of vehicle control marketing at SMP. “But we do not just stop at coverage; we design and test our engine sensors specifically for accuracy, speed and durability to keep modern vehicles operating as intended.”
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link hidden, please login to view continues to expand its ride control offering by growing its Complete Strut Assemblies (CSA) product line, adding coverage and more options for customers across the automotive aftermarket. This expansion adds coverage for an additional 260 million vehicles in operation (VIO) with 97% coverage. Newly added coverage
2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility 2014-2019 Tesla Model S AWD 2012-2018 Tesla Model S 2019-2020 Hyundai Santa Fe 2011-2016 BMW 528i 2020-2025 Subaru Outback 2020-2025 Toyota Highlander 2016-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Complete Strut Assemblies features and components
link hidden, please login to view said its Complete Strut Assemblies are designed as a “Better Option” for the aftermarket, saving time, reducing labor and simplifying installation by combining key components into a single, ready-to-install unit. Each assembly includes the strut, coil spring, strut mount, boot and bump stop, eliminating the need for specialized tools or spring compression.
Engineered in the U.S. with OE-grade components and warranty
All assemblies are engineered in the U.S. for fitment accuracy, supporting consistent performance and reliability.
Built with OE-grade coil springs and premium-grade bearing strut mounts, DMA’s CSAs are designed for quality and durability. The company backs the product with a limited lifetime warranty.
Product manager comment
“With this expansion, we’re continuing to deliver on our commitment to offer our partners broader coverage and dependable solutions they can trust,” said Kate Zelnosky, product manager. “Our goal is to make installation easier while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.”
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