Ford develops 3D-printed locking wheel nuts to thwart thieves

DUNTON, Essex, Jan. 30, 2020 — As car security systems become increasingly more sophisticated, thieves are targeting car parts instead, including alloy wheels. One method to deter wheel thieves is to use locking nuts, one on each wheel, which require a special adapter, or key, to loosen. But even these are vulnerable, leading Ford engineers to harness 3D printing technology…

ASE introduces updated Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) Test

LEESBURG, VA, Dec. 5, 2019 – The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will launch an updated version of the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) test on Jan. 6, 2020. This release will feature the new Composite Vehicle Type 4 (CV4), a generic medium/heavy vehicle equipped with a high-pressure common rail (HPCR) diesel fuel system, an updated exhaust…

NICB’s Hot Wheels: America’s 10 Most Stolen Vehicles

DES PLAINES, Ill., Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released its annual Hot Wheels report, which identifies the 10 most stolen vehicles in the United States. The report examines vehicle theft data submitted by law enforcement to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, model, and model year most reported stolen in 2018. Release Resources:  national report | state report | infographic | 2018…

Car Care Council: See how #CarCare saves you money

By The Car Care Council A new video from the Car Care Council, entitled “Auto Care Goes a Long Way,” shows how vehicle owners can save money with some simple preventative maintenance. “A little auto care can go a long way toward protecting your vehicle investment,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Neglecting your vehicle can be very…

Acura encourages ‘Less Talk, More Drive’ in new brand campaign

“Less Talk, More Drive” is a high-speed, exhilarating thrill ride touting Acura’s “Beat That” competitive spirit Campaign tracks Acura’s performance roots from the legendary NSX and Integra Type R to motorsports championships and the emergence of the Type S Concept TORRANCE, California, Sept. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Acura lets its vehicles do the talking in “Less Talk, More…