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SMP continues to expand its industry-leading Camshaft and Crankshaft Position Sensor program with late-model coverage for import and domestic vehicles.

Standard Motor Products, Inc. recently introduced its new QWIK-SENSOR Multi-coverage clone-able TPMS sensor line.

Standard Motor Products announces that it’s the first manufacturer to have its TPMS sensors registered with NSF International, a leading independent, accredited organization that tests and verifies the functionality of products and systems.

Standard Motor Products (SMP) continues to expand its industry-leading ABS Sensor program, which now includes nearly 2,500 SKUs for import and domestic vehicles. 

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (NYSE: SMP) today announced the expansion and enhancement of its industry-leading tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) product line with the unveiling of its QWIK-SENSOR® Multi-Frequency Single Sensor program.

Standard Motor Products was the recipient of design honors from the American Package Design Awards for the Standard TPMS Sensor "If it's not a perfect clone" Plush Toy Sheep & Hang Tag Premium.

SMP announces the addition of 146 new part numbers to its Standard®, Blue Streak®, and Standard Import® lines.

SMP announces the addition of 245 new part numbers to its Standard® and Intermotor® lines.

SMP® has released 207 new part numbers in its July new number announcement.

SMP® has released 156 new part numbers in its June new number announcement.

SMP continues to expand its aftermarket-leading Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) program.

SMP continues to expand its industry- leading Electronic Throttle Body (ETB) program.

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) continues to add to its line of solution-driven Kits. Standard® and Blue Streak® Kits include everything technicians need for a complete repair. More and more technicians are looking for complete repair solutions, and Standard® and Blue Streak® have them covered.

SMP announces the addition of 230 new part numbers to its Standard® and Intermotor® lines.

SMP® continues to add to its comprehensive Emission Control program, which includes evaporative emission control (EVAP), exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and positive crankcase ventilation components.

SMP® is pleased to announce the introduction of 208 new part numbers in its January new number announcement. 

SMP has introduced 110 new part numbers in its March new number announcement.

SMP announces the addition of 138 new part numbers to its Standard® and Standard® Import lines.

Standard Motor Products was the recipient of design honors from the American Web Design Awards in three categories; Social Media, Social Media Promotion and Rich Media Advertising.

SMP has introduced 276 new part numbers since the start of the year.

SMP continues to expand its aftermarket-leading Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) program. 

SMP announces the addition of 434 new part numbers to its Standard®, Standard® Import and Blue Streak® lines.

Anti-lock Braking Systems are intended to do exactly as the name portrays – prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during a braking event. If any of the wheels lock up, the driver has less control of the vehicle and is more prone to an accident. By releasing some brake pressure to the locked-up wheel, the stopping distance will be increased, but the driver will be able to maintain control to hopefully avoid a collision. Prior to ABS, drivers were taught to pump the brake pedal when attempting to stop suddenly, or when stopping on gravel, ice, or loose pavement. Now, the ABS system does that for them.

The Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor is a key component of the engine’s fueling strategy. It is crucial that the MAF sensor reports with 100% accuracy to ensure peak performance, fuel economy and reduced emissions. Here are some helpful tips such as how and when to replace them and steps to extend their longevity.

Variable Valve Timing (VVT) systems help reduce emissions and maximize engine performance and fuel economy. The VVT Solenoid (Oil Control Valve) meters the oil flow to control the actuation of the VVT Sprocket (Actuator or Phaser). The VVT Sprocket mechanically shifts the position of the camshaft. Here are a few tips for testing.

The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is concerned with monitoring and controlling wheel slip, which helps maintain vehicle control. The major components of every ABS system are: wheel speed sensors, brake switch, brake master cylinder, EBCM and hydraulic assembly containing the pump motor, accumulator, valves and solenoids.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is a safety device that measures, identifies and warns you when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Standard® and Intermotor® are committed to helping technicians with TPMS repairs, whether it’s offering OE-Match TPMS sensors or providing repair tips from our team of ASE-certified master technicians. Here are a few TPMS repair tips.

In service since 2011, the Chrysler Pentastar 3.6L engine has powered more than 10 million of the most popular vehicles on the road. These Pentastar engines are equipped with oil filter housings, which contain the oil filter, sensors, and a heat exchanger to help cool the oil. The oil filter housings on the Pentastar V6 engine have become known for their high failure rates. These failures have mistakenly been attributed the idea that the housings can warp due to heat, but this has been proven false. So, why do these units typically leak? 

The Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) is a valid safety device that has been mandated for years. TPMS introduced a lot of new terminology – initiate, program, activate, clone, protocol and relearn. This safety system, a prime service opportunity, warns drivers of issues with their tires and protects motorists from potential danger.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) systems are responsible for improving fuel economy, reducing emissions, protecting powertrain components and providing an overall better driving experience. Most vehicles on the road today use ETC. It is important for technicians to understand the principles of the system before delving into system specifics.

A shop’s reputation is affected by things like accuracy of diagnosis, quality of the repair, and friendly service. Equally as important is the quality of the parts installed. If the shop does everything right, and the part fails, the customer will ultimately be upset with the shop. When a new part fails, the customer is inconvenienced again, and begins to lose faith with the shop that performed the work. This ultimately begs the question–why take a chance with inferior parts?

Turbocharged engines are becoming more popular, as vehicle manufacturers look to increase fuel efficiency, maintain performance and reduce emissions. Symptoms of a malfunctioning turbocharger include loss of power, excess smoke, high fuel consumption, overheating, high exhaust temperature and oil leaks from the turbo. Here are a few important diagnostic and repair tips to keep in mind.

Advanced Driver Assist Systems have created quite a buzz over the last several years. New business opportunities continuously arise, including a new segment of mobile technicians focusing on ADAS calibrations. While ADAS may still seem relatively new, automotive service professionals have actually been servicing Driver Assist Systems for decades. Systems like power steering, power brakes, and cruise control have been assisting motorists for many years. What is different with ADAS is that there are now input devices to understand what the driver’s intent is and alert the driver to potential dangers, rather than relying solely on the driver’s sight and sound.

In an effort to increase fuel efficiency and elevate performance across today’s vehicles, nearly every manufacturer has equipped new vehicles with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) technology, also known as Variable Cam Timing (VCT).

Turbocharger Opportunities: In an effort to increase fuel efficiency, maintain performance, and reduce emissions, vehicle manufacturers are adding turbocharged engines to their lineups at a significant rate. Over the next five years, the turbo service market will continue to experience substantial growth.

Variable Valve Timing (VVT) or Variable Cam Timing (VCT) is common on most newer engines. These systems are designed to reduce emissions and maximize engine performance and fuel economy. Here's some background on VVT and a few tips for dealing with issues that come up.

Turbochargers consist of just three major internal components: the turbine, the compressor and the bearing system that supports the turbine shaft. In an effort to increase fuel efficiency, maintain performance and reduce emissions, vehicle manufacturers are adding turbocharged engines to their lineups at a significant rate. 

Gasoline direct injection (GDI) is used on most new vehicles and requires a different approach to diagnosis and service. GDI technology has been an integral part of helping to improve fuel economy while reducing emissions and can be found in more than half of the U.S. fleet. In fact, the use of GDI engines has grown by over 600% since 2010. This means that in the next five years, 42 million more vehicles with GDI will enter the Aftermarket “Sweet Spot” of 6-12 years old, during which their injectors and related parts may need to be serviced or replaced. While GDI systems have proved effective, these systems encounter specific failures and require an understanding of how they work and how to test them when they set a code.