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By Auto News
By James C. Owens, Deputy Administrator, U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Only you can protect your family or yourself from defective or noncompliant vehicles or equipment that could pose a threat to your safety.
Hundreds of injuries have been reported, and 16 people have been killed in the U.S. by defective air bags that are part of the largest and most complex vehicle recalls in U.S. history—affecting tens of millions of vehicles from 19 automakers. Getting these unsafe vehicles repaired is integral to improving safety and saving lives. The U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging vehicle owners to take a few simple steps to protect themselves and others from this urgent threat to safety. Learning how to check for recalls is the first important step, and the next is knowing how to get your recall fixed for FREE.
What is a vehicle recall?
A vehicle safety recall is just that—bringing an unsafe vehicle to a dealership to resolve a safety problem when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle or piece of equipment has a safety-related defect or does not comply with federal standards. Manufacturers are required to fix the problem by repairing it, replacing it, offering a refund, or in rare cases, repurchasing the vehicle. In 2019 alone, there were over 38 million vehicles recalled.
Check for recalls
If your vehicle is currently under recall, you should receive a notice in the mail from your vehicle’s manufacturer. If you’re worried about missing a notice, you can also stay up to date on recalls by
link hidden, please login to view. You don’t need to wait for a notification to find out if your vehicle is under recall. Visit
link hidden, please login to view and enter your VIN to see if your vehicle is under recall. You can also use NHTSA’s website to check on vehicle-related products, such as car seats, tires or equipment. Not sure where your VIN is? Look on the lower left of your vehicle’s windshield. It is 17 characters long. Your VIN is also located on your vehicle registration card, and may be shown on your insurance card too.
Get the repair (for FREE!)
If your vehicle is under recall, follow any interim safety guidance provided by the manufacturer and contact your local dealership to get the FREE recall repair.
Report problems for investigation
If you think your vehicle or equipment could have a safety defect, reporting it to NHTSA is important. If the agency receives similar reports from a number of people about the same product, this could indicate that a safety-related defect exists that would warrant an investigation. You can report any suspected safety defects to NHTSA one of two easy ways: by visiting
link hidden, please login to view, or by calling NHTSA’s vehicle safety hotline (888-327-4236 or 800-424-9393 toll-free from anywhere in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands). Vehicle owner reports fuel NHTSA’s work, and that’s why we’re committed to sharing more information with you about how to report recalls. NHTSA recommends checking your VIN twice a year to see if your vehicle is under any safety recall: when you set your clocks forward in the spring and when you set them back in the fall. Stay in touch with NHTSA and keep an eye on your mailbox for direct alerts. And if your vehicle is under recall, get it repaired for FREE immediately. With safer drivers and safer cars, we’ll have safer roads—and your efforts can help save lives.
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By Auto News
In the era of online shopping when countless holiday gifts are available at the click of a button, putting in a little extra time and legwork can mean a lot. The Car Care Council offers these thoughtful and practical ideas for gift-givers who want to go beyond a simple mouse click for their family and friends this holiday season.
“We live such busy and stressful lives these days and sometimes simply taking a chore off of someone’s plate can be the most thoughtful gift,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “The gift of car care will not only let your family and friends check an important task off their list, but it will help keep them safe on the road.”
An oil change and inspection: Regular oil changes are the best way to keep a car running in peak condition, but some drivers find it to be an onerous chore. If this sounds like someone you know, an oil change and inspection may be the perfect gift. Whether you take their car to a trusted professional technician or do it yourself, your family and friends will appreciate the time and effort you put into their gift.
A car wash and detail: Keeping a vehicle clean and detailed helps protect the paint, interior and wheels from harsh weather and damaging chemicals. A busy driver in your life will appreciate you taking the time to have their car professionally cleaned and detailed or doing it yourself.
A roadside emergency kit: For the traditionalist who can’t imagine a gift that isn’t wrapped up and under the tree, the Car Care Council suggests putting together a roadside emergency kit, including items such as jumper cables; emergency flares; a flashlight with batteries; blankets and extra clothes; water and non-perishable snacks; a first aid kit; a portable USB charger; an ice scraper, snow brush and small shovel; and the council’s
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link hidden, please login to view Summer is the perfect time for travels but before you hit the road, it’s best to give your daily driver a quick maintenance check-up to make sure you and your passengers can safely reach your destination. The good news is AutoPartsWarehouse.com has launched a 3-Day Sale for APW Rewards members from May 7-9. During this period, members will exclusively get free bonus points for signing up for an APW Rewards account and for every purchase they make on the Auto Parts Warehouse website.
To get free 100 points, all you have to do is to sign-up for APW Rewards – Auto Parts Warehouse’s loyalty program. In addition, every purchase you will make below $200 will automatically get you another free 100 bonus points! Make a purchase above $200 and you’ll earn free 200 bonus points on top of the points you’ll earn equivalent to the dollar value of your order. You can use your earned rewards points to redeem exclusive coupons (up to $100 off on a single order), so you can easily save on future purchases on APW.
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By Erica Zhu Feilong Jiangli
At the CES exhibition in 2019, Intel's subsidiary Mobileye announced that it was seeking to expand strategic cooperation with the Chinese automaker Great Wall Automobile (GMW). Mobileye is a leading supplier of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automatic Driving (AD).
As part of the partnership, Great Wall will seek to integrate Mobileye's ADAS system into its various models (L0-L2) in the next three to five years. While integrating the ADAS system, the two companies will also cooperate to develop a higher level automatic driving system (L3 and higher level) according to the unique characteristics of the Chinese road.
The potential partnership with Great Wall Automobile will expand Mobileye's growing business in China, and the company's ADAS technology has maintained a good momentum in the Chinese market. With the increasing demand of automobile manufacturers for ADAS solutions and becoming a global standard requirement, Mobileye uses the large amount of data it collects from the deployed ADAS systems to enhance and achieve a higher level of automatic driving.
Mobileye L0-L2 ADAS: Mobileye is the global leader in the research and development of computer vision technology for ADAS systems. Mobileye's technology, supported by its SoC product EyeQ <, can provide power for L0, L1 and L2 passive safety functions such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and lane maintenance, and millions of vehicles from 25 automobile manufacturers around the world have adopted Mobileye's technology.
L2 + Level: Mobileye's L2 + Level ADAS improves L1-L2 driver's auxiliary safety function and provides more convenience for drivers on today's roads. L2 + ADAS enhances the semi-automatic driving function of vehicles by using Mobile Road Experience Management (REM) map solution, and realizes self-adaptive endurance, lane maintenance assistance and other advanced functions in more complex driving scenarios such as urban environment using Roadbook () data. Although drivers of L2 + technology vehicles must be alert to confirm their actions and take over when needed, the improved functions provide great convenience and safety, while reducing the gap with higher-level automatic driving.
Level 3 and Full Auto Driving: In addition to integrating ADAS and L2+, Mobileye also supports automobile manufacturers in developing higher-level auto driving, including L3 for passenger cars and L4 and L5 for fully automated vehicle fleets. The cooperation between Mobileye and Great Wall Automobile has increased Mobileye's partners in L3 systems, including BMW, Fiat-Chrysler, Ulai, Nissan and SAIC.
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Advance Auto Parts To Sponsor NASCAR Weekly Series In Multiyear Agreement
APF posted a topic in Advance Auto Parts Forum,
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. & RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As NASCAR Weekly Series sanctioned events begin to return at select tracks across North America, NASCAR and Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider, today announced a multiyear official partnership, designating Advance as the series entitlement sponsor. As part of the agreement, Advance also becomes the “Official Auto Parts Retailer of NASCAR.”
"It's great to have Advance join us in welcoming the return of NASCAR-sanctioned grassroots racing," said Ben Kennedy, vice president, racing development, NASCAR. "Advance’s commitment to our Weekly Series will develop some of the brightest NASCAR talent across North America. Advance has a long history in racing, and we’re thrilled to see its expanded presence from the grassroots all the way through our national series.”-
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Advance Auto Parts Announces Purchase of the DieHard Brand from Transformco
Auto News posted a topic in Advance Auto Parts Forum,
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP) has acquired the DieHard brand from Transform Holdco LLC (“Transformco”), for $200 million utilizing cash on hand.
“We are excited to acquire global ownership of an iconic American brand. DieHard will help differentiate Advance, drive increased DIY customer traffic and build a unique value proposition for our Professional customers and Independent Carquest partners. DieHard has the highest brand awareness and regard of any automotive battery brand in North America and will enable Advance to build a leadership position within the critical battery category,” said Tom Greco, president and CEO, Advance Auto Parts. “DieHard stands for durability and reliability and we will strengthen and leverage the brand in other battery categories, such as marine and recreational vehicles. We also see opportunities to extend DieHard in other automotive categories. We remain committed to providing our customers with high-quality products and excellent service. The addition of DieHard to our industry leading assortment of national brands, OE parts and owned brands will enable us to differentiate Advance and drive significant long-term shareholder value.”-
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AmazonBasics 6-Pack High Mileage Motor Oil - Synthetic Blend
APF posted a topic in Amazon Auto Parts Forum,
AmazonBasics High Mileage Motor Oil - Synthetic Blend
AmazonBasics high-mileage synthetic-blend motor oil offers an enhanced level of protection for engines over 75,000 miles. Its synthetic blend combines conventional oil with synthetic for cost efficiency with some of the benefits of a full synthetic. An important part of routine maintenance, the motor oil works well for anything from topping off levels to complete oil changes. Whether it’s a beloved older vehicle or one with an uncertain maintenance history, help protect its engine with AmazonBasics high-mileage, synthetic-blend motor oil.-
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OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts for Your Car: How to Choose
APF posted a topic in General Auto Parts Discussion,
When selecting parts for a car repair, it pays to know the differences between original and aftermarket parts. Whenever possible, get estimates for both.
Choosing between original and aftermarket car parts — and even used parts of either type — is all about squaring your priorities with your budget.
You’ll have different options depending on the part and the shop. And the best choice will depend on whether you’re trying to keep repairs cheap, restore your car’s appearance after a wreck or soup up your ride.
Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts match those that came with your car, and are of the same quality as its original parts. They’re also the most expensive.-
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Replacement Intervals For Oil And Air Filters In Today’s Vehicles
APF posted a topic in Automotive Wipers, Filters, Oil & Lubricants,
The factory-recommended replacement intervals for filters can vary quite a bit depending on the year, make and model of the vehicle, as well as how it is driven. As a rule, older vehicles (those more than 15 to 20 years old) typically have more frequent service intervals than newer vehicles. Why? Because late-model vehicles require less maintenance, thanks to improvements in motor oils, transmission fluids, engine design and filter media.
Many long-life air and oil filters use synthetic fiber media or a blend of cellulose and synthetic fibers to extend filter life.
Changing the oil and filter every 3,000 miles was standard practice decades ago. But it’s no longer necessary because most multi-viscosity oils today are a synthetic blend or a full synthetic that resist viscosity breakdown and oxidation for a much longer period of time. Late-model fuel-injected engines also run much cleaner than their carbureted ancestors, which reduces oil contamination in the crankcase.-
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