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By Counterman
Valvoline announced the launch of its new passenger car motor oil formulas for both the U.S. and Canada. The company said these formulas surpass the updated International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) GF-7 standards, which formally went into effect on March 31.
Valvoline added that its current ILSAC GF-6 certified synthetic
link hidden, please login to view motor oils already meet all requirements of the new ILSAC GF-7 specification. The company said its engine lab in Ashland, Ky. allows Valvoline to perform critical engine sequence tests that help define industrywide performance requirements every five to seven years. “These days, everything seems to move just a little bit faster, and our engines have to work even harder to keep up with the pace of our busy lives,” said Dr. Michael Warholic, senior global technology director at Valvoline Global Operations. “By helping car owners maintain their vehicles’ performance and longevity, Valvoline’s dedication to the development of the ILSAC GF-7 standards is protecting engines not just for today, but for the needs of tomorrow as well, delivering improved performance levels in almost every area.”
link hidden, please login to view said its ILSAC GF-7 full synthetic technology was tested in a single engine for over 500,000 miles across three years without the need to replace any critical component, while significantly reducing sludge and deposits compared to an ILSAC GF-6 quality oil. The ILSAC GF-7 specification continues the A and B designations started with the ILSAC GF-6 upgrade in 2020. The ILSAC GF-7A designation applies to all SAE 0W-20 viscosity grades and heavier. ILSAC GF-7A is backward compatible with all previous GF-6A, GF-5 and older ILSAC specifications. The ILSAC GF-7B designation applies to SAE 0W-16 viscosity grade oils and is backward compatible to ILSAC GF-6B only.
As ILSAC GF-6 designated motor oils are phased out of distribution channels after the March 31, 2025, GF-7 launch, Valvoline said its new motor oils meeting the ILSAC GF-7A standard will include the “Starburst” API mark on all bottles, while ILSAC GF-7B-compliant oils will have the API “Shield.” Oils meeting API SP will feature an updated API “Donut” with SP designation.
“Advances in engine oil performance wouldn’t be possible without the dedication, expertise and leadership of our Valvoline engineers and scientists, who work tirelessly to help define and shape the industry standards, continually raising the bar to benefit us all,” said Warholic.
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link hidden, please login to view (NMG) announced it is celebrating 50 years of aftermarket innovation, marking the journey that began with the founding of Transtar Aftermarket Solutions on April 1, 1975. As NexaMotion looks ahead to the next 50 years, it now has 125 locations and over 1,500 team members, representing the industry’s leading brands in transmission and general repair, the company said. “Our commitment to supporting repair shops goes beyond being a supplier of products,” said Neil Sethi, CEO of
link hidden, please login to view. “We look to develop innovative solutions to help simplify complex vehicle repairs. This requires more than just auto parts; it requires a dedicated partner. Today, as we look ahead to our next 50 years, we will continue to innovate and expand our parts selection, network and new solutions to help our customers evolve and advance in an increasingly complex industry.” NexaMotion Group said it has been on an aggressive growth and expansion plan over the last two years, acquiring five different businesses that align with the company’s long-term strategic plan, growth trajectory and goals. The company continues to invest in state-of-the-art tools, platforms and technologies like
link hidden, please login to view to help drive the success of auto repair shops. According to Sethi, connected vehicles are poised to transform how vehicles are diagnosed and repaired. “Technology is reshaping the future of automotive repair,” he said. “We’ll be able to leverage AI tools and platforms to streamline the process for repair shops from diagnostics to parts ordering and all the way through to vehicle programming.” He added, “As an innovation-driven company, we will remain at the forefront of developing trends by being a solutions provider.”
As NexaMotion Group looks ahead to the next 50 years, connected vehicles are set to transform the repair shop ecosystem. The company’s products and services will be an integral part of this evolving landscape. Staying closely aligned with customer needs, NexaMotion Group said it remains committed to its mission: simplifying complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving.
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Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announced it released a total of 170 new part numbers in the first quarter of 2025, including introductions from
link hidden, please login to view’s Vehicle Control and Temperature Control divisions. New coverage for late-model import and domestic vehicles was added across multiple powertrains, the company said. Ignition Coils have been added for Hyundai cars and SUVs, including the 2024-21 Elantra and 2024-22 Kona, and multiple new applications have been added to Standard’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Program. New coverage in this category includes Park Assist Cameras for import and domestic vehicles like the 2024-18 Chrysler Pacifica and 2024-20 Voyager, as well as Nissan, Toyota and Honda vehicles. Seven new ABS Speed Sensors were added, offering coverage for over one million Hyundai vehicles through the 2025 model-year, as well as the 2023-20 Kia Soul and General Motors vans through 2024. Also included in the release were Collision Repair components such as Hood Latch Assemblies, Tailgate Latch Assemblies, and Multi-Function Connectors for over one hundred million vehicles, according to
link hidden, please login to view. Four Seasons New Numbers
New numbers from Four Seasons include nearly 70 Hose Assemblies, adding coverage for over nine million import and domestic vehicles. This new offering includes Liquid Lines for the 2023-19 Subaru Forester, Discharge Lines for the 2024-21 Kia Sorento and 2023-21 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Suction and Liquid Lines for the 2023-21 Toyota Tacoma. Air Door Actuators were introduced for over three million General Motors trucks, as well as the 2021-19 Nissan Altima and 2020-19 Infiniti QX50. Four Seasons’ Reman and New Compressor programs have expanded as well, offering coverage for popular vehicles like the 2022-18 Honda Accord and 2023 Honda Civic. Additional categories that see expansion include Electric Coolant Pumps, Water Inlets, Thermal Management Modules, Heater Cores, Engine Coolant Auxiliary Pumps and more.
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Advance Auto Parts announced it has completed the store closure phase of its transformation plan and is entering its next phase of returning to growth. The company said optimization of the retail footprint was key to Advance’s broader transformation plan to reposition the company for long-term success. Now, more than 75% of the company’s stores are in markets where the company has the No. 1 or No. 2 position based on store density, strengthening its presence in strategic communities.
With that phase complete, Advance said it now expects to open 30 new locations in the United States in 2025 and at least an additional 100 new locations through 2027, including larger “market hubs.”
Since the beginning of this year,
link hidden, please login to view has opened six new stores in Florida, New Jersey, Tennessee and Virginia. Over the next several months, the company said it expects to open additional stores to serve customers across communities in Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin. Advance added it is also continuing the expansion of market hubs with new openings soon in the Midwest. These larger stores will increase availability of parts by placing approximately 75,000 to 85,000 SKUs closer to customers and other local Advance stores, as well as improve Advance’s speed of service with same-day delivery of parts. By comparison, typical Advance stores carry between 20,000 to 25,000 SKUs.
“Advance Auto Parts is on the path to accelerate store growth and focused on the fundamentals of selling auto parts,” said
link hidden, please login to view. “We are excited about what’s to come for Advance. Our team members are committed to providing the right parts and the right service for our PRO and DIY customers in their communities.” In addition to new store openings, Advance said it is creating a better customer experience. The company’s previously announced incremental capital expenditure plan includes additional investments in existing stores related to IT infrastructure, equipment, store repairs, and improved inventory and delivery. The company said it is also providing additional training to team members to enhance customer experience.
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