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By Counterman
Photo caption, left to right: Grant Kitching, president; Adam Fell, director of marketing; Bob Dunfield, Hirsig Frazier; Brad Schenk, VP of sales; and Frank Frederick, VP general manager
Walker Products exhibited at this year’s AAPEX show with a fresh new look and approach.
“Our re-energized approach provided a very successful show for closing new business opportunities this year,” said Adam Fell, director of marketing.
Walker also carried this enthusiasm through to celebrating a time-honored tradition within the organization: its annual Manufacturers Rep of the Year award.
“Walker Products makes a big deal with our Rep of the Year award,” stated Brad Schenk, VP of sales. “We have manufacturers reps all around the world who tell us day in and day out that they are working to win ‘The Rep Belt.’”
At the opening of show hours on Wednesday, Nov. 2, the Walker Team announced this year’s award winner: Bob Dunfield of Hirsig Frazier Co. in Richardson, Texas.
“Walker Products recognizes the extraordinary level of commitment to Walker Products that Bob displays,” Schenk said. “Going beyond the sale is an understatement when it comes to Bob Dunfield. Exceptional field support, customer follow-through and marketing intelligence are just a few examples of how Bob goes beyond the call of duty. We are very grateful to have Bob on the Walker Team and look forward to many more successful years with him and the Hirsig Frazier organization.”
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By NAPA
It should come as no surprise that car batteries not only come in all shapes and sizes, but also in various electrical capacities. This makes sense because the wide variety of vehicle sizes and types in use make it unlikely that a single battery can serve every application. But does car battery size matter? And what if you are wondering what size battery for my car is best? Let’s take a look at why car batteries are different sizes and what car battery sizes you might find under the hood of most cars, trucks, SUVs and vans.
Why Are Car Batteries Different Sizes?
The very earliest cars used batteries of various sizes with no standards whatsoever. Battery manufacturers simply made batteries the way they wanted and car makers picked whatever fit. But then the Battery Council International (BCI) was formed and battery sizes started to fall in line with the standards set forth by the BCI. This helped simplify and standardize automotive engineering designs with common battery tray sizes as well as power output measurements.
Common Car Battery Sizes
Over the years car manufacturers figured out it was easier to just stick to a few common battery sizes to use across their production lines. The car battery size chart below lists out the dimensions of the most common car battery sizes:
GROUP NO. NAPA PART NO.
LENGTH (inches) WIDTH (inches) HEIGHT (inches) 24 8424 10-3/4 6-3/4 9 24F 8424F 10-3/4 6-3/4 9 25 8425 9-3/4 6-7/8 8-7/8 27 8427 12 6-3/4 9 34 8434 10-3/4 6-7/8 8 34R 8434R 10-3/4 6-7/8 8 35 8435 9-9/16 6-7/8 8-7/8 41 (T65) 8441 11-9/16 6-7/8 6-7/8 42/58R 8442 10 7-1/4 6-7/8 47 (H5/L2) 8447 9-9/16 6-7/8 7-1/2 48 (H6/L3) 8448 11 6-7/8 7-1/2 49 (H8/L5) 8449 13-15/16 6-7/8 7-1/2 55 8456 8-3/4 6 8-1/2 58 8458 10 7-1/4 6-7/8 65 8465 12 7-3/8 7-5/8 75 8475 9-3/4 7 7-1/4 78 8478 10-3/4 6-7/8 7-1/4 86 8486 9 6-7/8 8-1/8 96R 8496R 9-9/16 6-7/8 6-7/8 99R (T4) 8499R 8-1/4 6-7/8 6-7/8 75/86 (DT) 8425/75 9-3/4 7 8-1/8 34/78 (DT) 8434/78 10-3/4 6-7/8 8 That may look like a long list of car battery sizes, but there are actually many more in use around the world. A more inclusive battery size chart for cars, trucks, SUVs and other vehicles can be found in the
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Looking at the above car battery sizes chart you may notice that some batteries are physically the same size, but that doesn’t mean they are interchangeable. The location of the positive and negative battery terminals, the battery case mounting provisions, and the type of battery terminal connections are all important factors.
There are also differences in battery capacity. The cranking amp (CA) capacity and cold cranking amp (CCA) capacity are both important factors in matching a battery with a vehicle’s needs. The CA and CCA both refer to the amount of amps available to start the vehicle at a certain temperature. Then there is the reserve capacity (RC) of the battery which is how long a battery can deliver 25 amps of power until it is drained down to 10.5 volts.
What Is The Right Battery Size For My Car?
If you are trying to find the right battery size for your car then the answer is the size that your vehicle’s manufacturer designed it to use. Trying to shoehorn in a bigger battery may sound like a good idea, but if the battery mount can’t hold it securely then you may end up with a big headache. Likewise picking a smaller battery than specified could lead to electrical issues if it can’t handle the electrical load. It may also rattle around in the battery tray leading to a shorter battery life or even a dangerous short circuit. And even if the car battery group size chart says a battery physically fits, it may be the wrong capacity or voltage. Trust the engineers that designed the vehicle and only replace the battery with an exact size unit. You can change your car battery yourself if you have the
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By Counterman
Aftermarket supplier BG Automotive has expanded its product offering with 17 new references across various product categories: timing belts, cylinder heads, cooling, lubrication and gaskets.
BG Automotive (BGA) releases new product references for the automotive aftermarket each month to ensure that shops are equipped with the latest product applications.
The timing belt for Ford and Citroen (TB2309CPK-2) covers models such as the 2014-2017 Focus, 2015 > Mondeo, 2019 > Dispatch and 2015-2019 Relay, covering more than 310,300 vehicles. All timing belts and components are thoroughly tested for 41 days/984 hours on bespoke testing and measuring machines simulating a real-life driving experience equating to 63,960 miles. Upon cycle finish, both OE and BGA belts were analysed resulting in equal degradation, according to the company.
The BGA gasket range has been extended with 11 new references added for Ford, Renault, OPEL/VAUXHALL, Land Rover, Jaguar, Nissan and Mercedes, with CH23083 (A-D) covering Ford Transit and Tourneo 2015 and onward.
Three new references have been added to BGA’s cooling range, with CP0160 covering Audi A4 2016-2018 and VW TOUAREG 2018 and onward.
For more information and to learn more about premium aftermarket components available from BGA, contact the sales team at +44 (0) 1793 491 777 or visit
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By Counterman
Standard Motor Products (SMP) has introduced 365 new part numbers for October.
Included in the release is new coverage for more than 107 product categories, and 110 part numbers for 2021 and 2022 model-year vehicles.
SMP’s commitment to providing replacement parts for hybrid and electric vehicles through its Standard and Four Seasons brands is evident in this release. The October new-number announcement added new part numbers for the 2021 Mustang Mach-E, 2017-2011 Nissan Leaf, 2022-2010 Toyota Prius and more.
The addition of more than 130 new sensors, switches, actuators and connectors also expands Standard’s powertrain-neutral coverage.
The Standard ADAS program continues to grow. The October new-number announcement includes new park-assist cameras and park-assist sensors. Cruise-control distance sensors are now available for popular Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs, and lane-departure system cameras have been added for the 2021-2019 Ford Ranger and 2016-2015 Honda CR-V.
“The 365 products added to our product line with the recent release are a welcome addition to our ever-expanding programs,” said John Herc, vice president engine of management marketing, SMP. “Once again, Standard Motor Products is proving its dedication to our loyal distribution partners and service providers, supplying them with the parts they need and the quality they trust.”
The Standard turbocharger program expands with each release. This month, three new turbocharger kits add coverage for more than 1.2 million popular Ford vehicles including the 2017-2015 F-150. The program wouldn’t be complete without related parts, which include turbocharger oil lines, turbocharger outlet elbows, turbocharger coolant lines, turbocharger oil-drain tubes, turbocharger wastegate solenoids and charge-air coolers.
Standard’s collision repair program continues to expand with the addition of radiator active grille shutter assemblies for the 2019-18 Ford F-150 and 2018-2015 Edge. Additionally, ride-height sensors have been added for popular vehicles such as the 2020-2015 Cadillac Escalade and Chevrolet Suburban. Power door-lock actuators, trunk-lock actuator motors, and tailgate-lock actuator motors are just a few more of the collision products also included in the release.
Standard has released new transfer-case motors for more than 7 million vehicles. This growing line now covers a multitude of popular applications such as the 2022-2011 Dodge Durango, 2022-2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2016-1999 Ford F-Series Super Duty.
Four Seasons, SMP’s Temperature Control Division, has added 94 new part numbers to its product line, including 19 new hose assemblies covering more than 2.7 million domestic and import vehicles. Popular applications include the 2022-2017 Honda CR-V, 2020-2016 Honda Pilot, 2019-2013 Ford Explorer and 2019-2014 Ford Interceptor Utility.
Also new from Four Seasons are new air door actuators, adding exclusive coverage for the 2019-2009 Toyota Corolla and 2018-2006 Toyota RAV4. Additionally, many heater valves, filter driers, condensers, evaporators, heater cores and more are part of the release, helping Four Seasons to provide technicians with the parts necessary for a complete A/C service.
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By Counterman
Performance Ride Technology (PRT) will be exhibiting its full line of shocks, struts and complete strut assemblies at AAPEX 2022.
The display will include a new product line and various first-to-market applications, according to the company. Some of the product launches apply to brand-new vehicles such as the 2022 Honda CR-V and 2022 Jeep Cherokee.
The new product line, PRT air shocks, is an OEM-quality replacement for air-suspension systems, “providing the luxury and comfort of a smooth ride at an affordable price,” the company said. The PRT air shocks and packaging also will be featured in the AAPEX Showcase.
In addition, the company will be presenting an extensive portfolio of heavy-duty applications. The PRT heavy-duty program offers coverage of more than 4,600 OEM references with 100% gas-charged shocks for trucks, trailers, buses, commercial vehicles, cement mixers, motorhomes and more.
PRT will be exhibiting in Booth A2261 at AAPEX, which is scheduled for Nov. 1-3 in Las Vegas.
PRT is a brand of ADD USA group, one of the largest manufacturers of shocks, struts and complete strut assemblies in the world.
“We are very excited to present the PRT air shocks and all these new applications to our clients,” said Bruno Bello, director of global category and marketing at PRT. “As an OEM supplier, we are continually investing in research and development of new products and technology, which allows us to bring the latest innovations to our clients at AAPEX.”
As a global presence brand, PRT also will exhibiting at Automechanika Dubai 2022.
For more information, call 770-238-1611 or visit
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