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By Counterman
US Motor Works announced the release of new
link hidden, please login to view Professional Series fuel pump modules in March, 2025. Fuel pump assembly application coverage includes several Audi, Toyota, Infiniti and Nissan models.
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link hidden, please login to view announced the release of 164 new automotive repair solutions this month for its Light Duty segment. The new products join a growing Light Duty catalog of over 133,000 SKUs, offering millions of new sales opportunities for automotive parts distributors, retailers and repair shops, as well as more accessible solutions for vehicle owners, according to Dorman. This month’s releases include a dozen new Dorman OE FIX repair innovations that provide customers with improved performance and repair convenience that they may not be able to obtain with parts acquired from a dealership,
link hidden, please login to view said. The company added that one of those OE FIX innovations is an upgraded camshaft bridge cover designed for select Volkswagen and Audi vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The original equipment cover may fail from pressure pulsations that can cause internal component damage. The Dorman replacement features several design improvements that help mitigate the pulsations and prevent filter clogging that can starve the engine for oil and harm vehicle performance.
“At Dorman, innovation drives everything we do,” said Eric Luftig, senior vice president. “We’re proud to bring groundbreaking solutions to the automotive aftermarket, helping consumers find the right parts when they need them most. Our commitment to empowering vehicle owners and repair professionals with quality, accessibility and reliability continues to fuel our passion for progress.”
Dorman said it continues to expand its components for turbocharger repair and replacement, adding a new OE FIX oil feed line constructed of braided stainless steel over the line’s flexible sections. The line is engineered to offer a more durable replacement compared to the original equipment’s braided nylon sheathing used in certain Ford Escape and Ford Fusion models, the company said.
Additional highlights for March include:
An OE FIX radiator outlet hose for select Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs. The line features a rugged aluminum Y-connector in place of the factory’s plastic connector. A main battery fuse with coverage designed for a significant number of Cadillac and Chevrolet vehicles, and engineered to match the performance of the original equipment fuse. A new transmission oil cooler designed to match the performance of the factory cooler on select Dodge Durango SUVs. The cooler joins a comprehensive lineup of quality fluid coolers from Dorman.
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Since the beginning of the year, Schaeffler said it has provided its customers with a CO₂e emissions calculator. The company said all that is required is the input of load and speed data in the online product catalog “Schaeffler medias.”
Schaeffler explained that to achieve its climate targets, companies require transparency regarding the CO₂ emissions created by supplier products. Schaeffler now provides this information for the majority of its rolling bearing product portfolio.
Based on these emission values, customers can make data-based investment decisions, which are in line with their sustainability targets.
link hidden, please login to view said it displays the emissions in so-called carbon dioxide equivalents, abbreviated as CO₂e, as a metric measure used to compare the emissions of various greenhouse gases based on their global-warming potential (GWP). Since the beginning of 2025, the calculator in the digital product catalog “Schaeffler medias” has not just offered the option of calculating the production-related CO₂e emissions at individual bearing level. It also shows the emissions caused by friction losses in the bearing during the utilization phase.
“Our customers can now find out quickly and simply how many CO₂e emissions are produced by the operation of a rolling bearing in their application – and therefore how the selection of a bearing with optimized friction behavior has an impact on the operating costs in quantitative terms,” explained André Schade, sustainability coordinator for product development in R&D at Schaeffler Bearings & Industrial Solutions.
Relevance for all industrial sectors
Because this information can be found directly in the product catalog, customers who are registered with “Schaeffler medias” can select their desired products as usual. They also have the option of defining the planned application based on several load cases. To receive informative values on CO₂e emissions during the use phase, all that is required is the input of load and speed data for the application. This allows for instance a comparison between friction-optimized and standard bearings,
link hidden, please login to view said. High level of detail in “medias EasyCalc”
Schaeffler added that customers can delve deeper into this topic on the platform “
link hidden, please login to view”: The influences of lubrication, operating temperature and oil flow during application can be included in the calculation. The platform also features direct links to Schaeffler’s solutions in the fields of mounting (assembly, fitting) and lubrication, as well as a link to a tool, which shows how the production in many sectors can be made more sustainable using Schaeffler products, the company said.
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The Schaeffler Group announced it has once again been awarded an “A” rating in the climate change category for its commitment to sustainability in fiscal 2024 by CDP, the global non-profit environmental organization. In the water security category,
link hidden, please login to view received an “A-”, the same score as in the previous year. CDP, which was founded 25 years ago, manages the world’s largest environmental database. Once a year, it collects data and information from companies worldwide on their greenhouse gas emissions, climate risk profiles, and corporate reduction targets and strategies.
“The renewed award with the grade ‘A’ in the area of climate change is a recognition of our commitment to sustainability,” explained Klaus Rosenfeld, CEO of
link hidden, please login to view. “At the same time, we are aware that there is still a lot of work ahead of us to achieve our ambitious sustainability goals. Even after the merger with Vitesco Technologies, we will continue to consistently drive forward the sustainable development of the company. Sustainability remains an important prerequisite for becoming the leading motion technology company.” The CDP rating is regarded worldwide as an important reference for a company’s environmental transparency, Schaeffler said. CDP scores are often used in investment and procurement decisions with a view to achieving a climate-friendly, sustainable and resilient economy. CDP uses a detailed, independent scoring methodology to assess companies and awards scores from “A” to “D-”.
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*After this statement was released, Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the U.S. and Mexico have reached an agreement to delay tariffs for a month. In exchange, Mexico will be putting 10,000 National Guard troops on the Mexico/U.S. border as conversations between the countries continue.
On February 1, 2025, President Donald J. Trump
link hidden, please login to view: An Executive Order expanding a previous Executive Order (Declaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border – Proclamation 10886, Jan 20, 2025) to include Canada and China and to reiterate a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and the National Emergencies Act (NEA). An Executive Order imposing a 25% tariff (ad valorem rate of duty) on all goods entering the United States from Mexico. An Executive Order imposing a 25% tariff (ad valorem rate of duty) on all goods (except energy resources) entering the United States from Canada. Energy resources will be subject to a 10% tariff. An Executive Order imposing a 10% tariff (ad valorem rate of duty) on imports from China. Trade Authority: These new tariffs are being implemented under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Under IEEPA, the President has the ability to take certain actions quickly after declaring a national emergency. The President may terminate the emergency. The U.S. Congress, “could terminate the underlying national emergency by enacting a joint resolution of disapproval.”
Source: Congressional Research Service
Timeline: The tariffs will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. eastern time on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. There is currently no date by which the tariffs will sunset.
Existing Tariffs: The new tariffs articulated in these Executive Orders will be imposed on top of any prior and existing “duties, fees, exactions, or charges applicable to such imported articles.”
Items Covered by the Tariffs: At this time, it appears that all items will be subject to the 25% tariff except in the case of Canada, where a lower 10% tariff will be applied to energy resources. The Trump Administration will publish a Federal Register notice containing the specific HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) codes. This notice is not yet available.
Goods in Transit: The Executive Orders concerning Canada, Mexico, and China note that the duty will apply, “except that goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, after such time that were loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading or in transit on the final mode of transport prior to entry into the United States before 12:01 a.m. eastern time on February 1, 2025, shall not be subject to such additional duty, only if the importer certifies to CBP as specified in the Federal Register notice.”
De Minimis: The Executive Orders revoke duty-free “de minimis” treatment for goods coming into the U.S. from Mexico, Canada, and China that are subject to the order. According to CBP, “De minimis provides admission of articles free of duty and of any tax imposed on or by reason of importation, but the aggregate fair retail value in the country of shipment of articles imported by one person on one day and exempted from the payment of duty shall not exceed $800.”
For more information, see Section 321 Programs | U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Drawback: The Executive Orders note that “no drawback shall be available with respect to the duties imposed pursuant to this order.”
Exclusions: At this time, there is no language in the Executive Orders concerning an exclusion process.
Escalation: The Executive Orders include language stating that the U.S. may escalate these actions if the other nations take steps to retaliate against U.S. exports and goods.
Canada:
On February 1, 2025, Canada announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on $155 billion worth of U.S. items. The official statement from the Canadian government noted that these tariffs will be imposed in phases.
The first phase “will include tariffs on $30 billion in goods imported from the U.S., effective February 4, 2025, when the U.S tariffs are applied. The list includes products such as orange juice, peanut butter, wine, spirits, beer, coffee, appliances, apparel, footwear, motorcycles, cosmetics, and pulp and paper. A detailed list of these goods will be made available shortly.” A second phase of tariffs, which will address $125 billion worth of exports from the U.S., will not be imposed until after a 21-day comment period. They will include “products such as passenger vehicles and trucks, including electric vehicles, steel and aluminum products, certain fruits and vegetables, aerospace products, beef, pork, dairy, trucks and buses, recreational vehicles, and recreational boats.” Source: Canada announces $155B tariff package in response to unjustified U.S. tariffs – Canada.ca
Mexico:
On February 1, 2025, Mexico pledged to retaliate against the U.S. tariffs. Press reports indicate that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has directed her government to enact “Plan B.” MEMA is awaiting further details on this action.
China:
China has reacted and pledged retaliatory action against the tariff announcement. However, no specific details were available as of the morning of February 2, 2025. MEMA is monitoring the announcements from the Chinese government on this action.
MEMA will continue to closely monitor these developments and provide our members with timely updates as more details emerge. As we assess the impact of these tariffs, we are actively engaging with members to gather insights and determine the best path forward. Your feedback is invaluable in understanding how these policies affect businesses, employees, customers, and communities.
Be on the lookout for details about member briefings next week, where we will provide further updates and opportunities for discussion, MEMA said.
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