Category Archives: Technical Issues

Automotive industry group partners with Tennessee automakers to expand training

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), the not-for-profit, member-supported organization that helps automotive companies operate at peak performance, has collaborated with the Tennessee Automotive Manufacturers Association (TAMA) to give auto companies in Tennessee the opportunity to develop their workforce through valuable training and education and increase quality and improve costs in their processes.

The partnership grants TAMA members a complimentary one-year membership in AIAG to provide easier access to tools and information for growing Tennessee’s automotive sector to better serve the global market.

Auto Repair 101: Everything You Need To Know

Have you long wanted to deal with car issues more effectively? Do you want to be able to make minor fixes yourself? Maybe you want to know what to look for in a mechanic. Read on to understand your options.

Think about locating a person that fixes vehicles and owns a garage. If they have auto repair experience they can provide quality work, and they will usually charge you less for labor. This can help the home mechanic out and save you a lot of money over the charges of bigger repair shops.

Nissan recalls five 2013 models over air bag issue

Nissan is recalling five of its 2013 models in the U.S. because a faulty sensor can permanently turn off the front-seat passenger air bag.

Honda recalls 250,000 vehicles for braking problem

Honda is recalling nearly 250,000 vehicles worldwide for brakes that can suddenly kick in even when the driver isn’t braking. Problem reportedly due to improper electronics and wiring in the vehicle-stability-assist system.

Two US Senators introduce bill to reverse EPA decision allowing E15 ethanol in fuel supply

The proposed legislation, if passed by Congress, will set a cap of 10 percent ethanol (E10) that is approved for use in the nation’s gasoline supply.