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link hidden, please login to view introduces a new line of Transtar Brand 100% all New Components Torque Converters which it said are engineered specifically for 2011-up Ford Trucks and Vans equipped with 6R140 transmissions. Designed to meet the demands of modern gas and diesel powertrains, these converters deliver consistent, dependable performance for today’s rebuilders and come with a 12-month/unlimited mileage warranty.
Developed by an engineering team with decades of experience supporting global automotive programs, all converters are manufactured to OE specifications and designed to meet or exceed factory performance standards,
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2011-Up Ford F250, F350 and F450 with 6r140 transmission. 2016-Up Ford E350 and E450 with 6R140 transmission. Available Part Numbers
TS-FM1261 (6.2L; 6.8L Gas Engines) TS-FM1262 (6.7L Diesel Engine, 6 Mounting Studs) TS-FM1265 (7.3L Gas Engine) For optimal performance, pair with Transtar Low Viscosity Fluid.
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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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The Auto Care Association announced the release of ACES 5.0 and PIES 8.0, the latest updates to the industry’s data standards, along with supporting reference database schema updates. The new versions follow a comprehensive, yearlong industry review and introduce enhanced capabilities designed to support more accurate, flexible and scalable data exchange across the automotive aftermarket. Updated schemas in this release include VCdb 2.0, Qdb 2.0, PCdb 2.0, PAdb 5.0 and Brand Table 2.0.
Standardized data for evolving global and regulatory needs
ACES (Aftermarket Catalog Exchange Standard) and PIES (Product Information Exchange Standard) serve as the industry’s standardized, machine-readable (XML) methods for exchanging product fitment and product information data across the Americas. These standards are used by manufacturers, distributors, retailers, e-commerce platforms and solution providers across multiple sectors.
“ACES and PIES are foundational to how the aftermarket communicates product data,” said Jonathan Larsen, vice president, digital products and standards,
link hidden, please login to view. “These updates are focused on helping the industry to deliver richer content, improve data accuracy and adapt to evolving global and regulatory needs.” New in ACES 5.0
Support for vehicle- and part-specific non-diagram digital assets within the App Segment; Multiple descriptions for a single digital asset; and Expanded multilingual capabilities for the “MfrLabel” field. New in PIES 8.0
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) packaging data to support regulatory compliance; Multiple package configurations at a single pack level; and Digital asset file hashing and record sequencing to improve data validation and organization. Increased accuracy and efficiency across the supply chain
Together, these updates to ACES and PIES make it easier to deliver richer product content, improve data consistency across partners and better support compliance and evolving market demands. The result is more accurate product listings, fewer errors and a more efficient flow of data across the supply chain.
Compatible with Catalog Assessment Reporting Tool
In addition, the AutoCareVIP.com Catalog Assessment Reporting Tool now supports ACES 5.0 and PIES 8.0 files. This free tool helps users evaluate and improve the quality of their ACES and PIES data.
Full details on the ACES and PIES release are provided in the Auto Care Association’s latest
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link hidden, please login to view announced the release of 131 new part numbers in the first quarter of 2026, expanding coverage for more than 27 million vehicles in operation across North America. The new part numbers span key product categories including rotating electrical and engine management, with coverage across a wide range of late-model domestic and import applications. These additions continue to strengthen WAI’s ability to deliver timely, in-demand solutions to the aftermarket.
“Our product development efforts remain focused on identifying opportunities that help our customers service the vehicles they see every day,” said Ron Bernstein, president, North America, WAI Global. “By continuing to introduce new coverage aligned with current vehicle trends, we ensure our partners have access to dependable 100% NEW solutions that keep their businesses moving forward.”
High-impact late-model applications released during the first quarter include WPM5013L wiper motor for Chevrolet, 11980N alternator for Hyundai and 31294N starter for BMW, supporting vehicles through the 2025 model year.
These launches represent more than expanded coverage, they reflect
link hidden, please login to view’s proactive strategy to bring high-VIO, late-model parts to market at the earliest point in the replacement cycle, ensuring customers are prepared before demand peaks, the company said. WAI added it delivers reliable solutions that help reduce comebacks, protect shop reputations and support long-term customer trust. The post
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