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March 14, 2014 / Standard

Hahn Automotive Honors SMP For Outstanding Training

Standard Motor Products was recently honored with Hahn Automotive's "2013 Outstanding Training Support" Award.

May 13, 2018 / Standard

SMP Receives 2017 Exceptional Training Award

Standard Motor Products has received the 2017 Exceptional Training Award from the Automotive Distribution Network.

January 01, 2023 / Standard

SMP Announces New Pro Training Power Hour
SMP is proud to announce the Pro Training Power Hour. Power Hour is a free, live-virtual technical series presented by Standard’s professional trainers, geared towards technicians.

April 19, 2017 / Standard

Standard Wins Outstanding Training Support Award

For the second year in a row, we’re happy to report that we’ve received the 2016 Outstanding Training Support Award from UCI/Hahn Automotive.

January 01, 2024 / Standard

SMP Pro Training Power Hour 2024 Schedule Announced
SMP is proud to announce the 2024 Pro Training Power Hour schedule.

January 24, 2019 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Receives 'Outstanding Training Support' Award from APH

Standard Motor Products has received the ‘Outstanding Training Support’ award from Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc. (APH).

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January 15, 2024 / Training

A Closer Look: Servicing Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Hybrid vehicles have been sold in the U.S. for over 20 years. As hybrids continue to grow in popularity, and as fully electric vehicles have entered the market in the past several years, they have brought with them numerous service opportunities for aftermarket repair facilities. Whether shops dive in and get involved with replacing batteries, inverters, or other high-voltage components, or they stick to light-duty servicing, there is plenty of work to go around.

September 09, 2022 / Training

A Closer Look: Blower Motor Resistor Operation

Blower Motor Resistors (BMR) control the electrical current flowing from the fan switch to the blower fan, which allows the motorist to set the fan at different speeds. The fan speed can be changed by switching the blower resistor resistance mechanically, using a rotating lever, or electronically, by the air conditioning system.

August 05, 2022 / Training

Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor FAQs

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.

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Diesel Emissions | Pro Training PowerHour
Active Grille Shutters | Pro Training PowerHour
Ignition System Diagnosis | Pro Training PowerHour
EVAP Diagnostic Tips | Pro Training PowerHour
Electric Vehicle Fundamentals | Pro Training PowerHour
Gas Fuel Injection | Standard WIYB Training Series

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March 14, 2014 / Standard

Hahn Automotive Honors SMP For Outstanding Training

Standard Motor Products was recently honored with Hahn Automotive's "2013 Outstanding Training Support" Award.

May 13, 2018 / Standard

SMP Receives 2017 Exceptional Training Award

Standard Motor Products has received the 2017 Exceptional Training Award from the Automotive Distribution Network.

January 01, 2023 / Standard

SMP Announces New Pro Training Power Hour
SMP is proud to announce the Pro Training Power Hour. Power Hour is a free, live-virtual technical series presented by Standard’s professional trainers, geared towards technicians.

April 19, 2017 / Standard

Standard Wins Outstanding Training Support Award

For the second year in a row, we’re happy to report that we’ve received the 2016 Outstanding Training Support Award from UCI/Hahn Automotive.

January 01, 2024 / Standard

SMP Pro Training Power Hour 2024 Schedule Announced
SMP is proud to announce the 2024 Pro Training Power Hour schedule.

January 24, 2019 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Receives 'Outstanding Training Support' Award from APH

Standard Motor Products has received the ‘Outstanding Training Support’ award from Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc. (APH).

April 01, 2020 / Standard

SMP Awarded 2019 Outstanding Training Support by AP

Congratulations to our sales team in St. Cloud, MN, for receiving the 2019 Outstanding Training Support from Automotive Parts Headquarters!  The award was received at AP’s Winter Sales conference in February.

October 29, 2018 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Receives Prestigious Award for Training

At this year's AWDA Opening Session, Standard Motor Products was presented with the Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award.

January 08, 2014 / Standard

SMP Honored with Five Awards from the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.

The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc. recently honored Standard Motor Products, Inc. by receiving five awards during their annual shareholders' winter meeting at the Turnberry Isle Resort in Aventura, Florida.

January 08, 2019 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Adds 10,000th Subscriber to its Standard Brand YouTube Channel

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announces that its Standard® Brand YouTube channel has surpassed 10,000 subscribers.

January 17, 2019 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Named ‘2018 Supplier of the Year’ by O’Reilly Auto Parts

Standard Motor Products, Inc. announces that it was named ‘2018 Supplier of the Year’ by O’Reilly Auto Parts.

October 30, 2018 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Wins New Packaging Showcase Award

Standard Motor Products was presented with the New Packaging Showcase Award for Marketing for its Standard® brand at the 2018 AAPEX Show. 

December 06, 2018 / Standard

SMP Receives Two Awards from Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance

During the recent Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance winter shareholder meeting, Standard Motor Products was presented with a ‘2018 Supplier Award’ for outstanding shipping performance throughout 2018.

October 07, 2015 / Standard

SMP Teams with Organizations to Train Vo-tech Automotive Instructors

Each year, Standard Motor Products trains over 60,000 technicians on the latest technologies, diagnostic strategies, and equipment required to diagnose and repair today’s vehicles. 

January 04, 2018 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Wins Two Awards from Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance

Standard Motor Products was recognized twice during the channel partners award banquet at the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance's recent winter shareholder's meeting.

September 30, 2017 / Standard

Standard Receives National Pronto Manpower Award

We're proud to announce that we're the recipient of the National Pronto Association’s Manpower of the Year Award.

April 21, 2016 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Receives Individual and Vendors Awards from Parts Warehouse, Inc.

Parts Warehouse, Inc. held its 2016 "Bridge to Excellence" event on April 7–9.

November 20, 2019 / Standard

SMP Wins 'Best Catalog for Import' by Auto Care Association

Standard Motor Products (SMP) was presented with the Best Product Line Electronic Catalog Award for Import Product and Marketing for its Intermotor® brand at the 2019 AAPEX Show.

June 07, 2015 / Standard

SMP Wins Parts Authority's "Outstanding Partnership Award"

This spring the applause at Citi Field has been directed at the New York Mets. But when Parts Authority—a high-profile auto parts distributor with 68 locations around the country—held its awards gala at the ballpark on April 28 the cheers were aimed at members of the automotive installer community.

August 02, 2022 / Standard

SMP Awards $20,000 Across Two Scholarships Programs
SMP is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2022 scholarships: The Blue Streak® ‘Better Then, Better Now’ Scholarship and the SMP ‘Women in Auto Care’ Scholarship.

May 15, 2022 / Standard

Deadline Approaching for SMP Automotive Scholarships
SMP announced its 2022 scholarship programs: The Blue Streak ‘Better Then, Better Now’ Scholarship and the Women in Auto Care Scholarship.

April 11, 2021 / Standard

SMP Earns 2021 Outstanding Vendor of the Year Award from the Automotive Parts Services Group

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (NYSE: SMP®) today announced it was named the 2021 Outstanding Vendor of the Year Award by the Automotive Parts Services Group (“The Group”). 

March 30, 2018 / Standard

Standard Motor Products Awarded Automotive Supplier of the Year

Standard Motor Products’ Bob Parker, a Key Account Sales Manager, was awarded Automotive Supplier of the Year at Automotive Supply Associates Inc.’s second annual awards banquet.

April 26, 2016 / Standard

SMP Honored at Federated’s National Members Meeting

Standard Motor Products recently received two prestigious awards during Federated Auto Parts Distributors’ National Members Meeting. 

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January 15, 2024 / Training

A Closer Look: Servicing Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Hybrid vehicles have been sold in the U.S. for over 20 years. As hybrids continue to grow in popularity, and as fully electric vehicles have entered the market in the past several years, they have brought with them numerous service opportunities for aftermarket repair facilities. Whether shops dive in and get involved with replacing batteries, inverters, or other high-voltage components, or they stick to light-duty servicing, there is plenty of work to go around.

September 09, 2022 / Training

A Closer Look: Blower Motor Resistor Operation

Blower Motor Resistors (BMR) control the electrical current flowing from the fan switch to the blower fan, which allows the motorist to set the fan at different speeds. The fan speed can be changed by switching the blower resistor resistance mechanically, using a rotating lever, or electronically, by the air conditioning system.

August 05, 2022 / Training

Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor FAQs

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.

Videos

Diesel Emissions | Pro Training PowerHour
Active Grille Shutters | Pro Training PowerHour
Ignition System Diagnosis | Pro Training PowerHour
EVAP Diagnostic Tips | Pro Training PowerHour
Electric Vehicle Fundamentals | Pro Training PowerHour
Gas Fuel Injection | Standard WIYB Training Series
Cam and Crank Sensors | Standard® WIYB Training Series
Gasoline Direct Injection Diagnostics and Repair Tips | Pro Training PowerHour
Understanding Modern Crankcase Ventilation Systems | Pro Training PowerHour
Engine Operation – Keeping It In Time | Pro Training Power Hour 
Turbocharged Turbo Diagnostics and Repair Tips | Pro Training PowerHour
Emission Control | Standard WIYB Training Series
Gasoline Direct Injection Diagnostics and Repair Tips | Pro Training PowerHour
Successful Blower Motor & Resistor Diagnosis & Replacement | Pro Training PowerHour
Brake Service Tips for Vehicles With Electronic Parking Brakes | Pro Training Power Hour
Parking Brake Actuators | Standard® WIYB Training Series
Fuel Injector Testing | Standard® WIYB Training Series
6.0L Injection Control Pressure Sensor Tips & Best Practices
Best Practices for Turbocharger Service
Turbo Bypass Valve Operation and Testing – Vacuum Controlled | Tech Tip
Turbo Wastegate Testing – Vacuum and Pressure Controlled | Tech Tip
Diagnosing Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Systems
Standard Brand - Here Is What's In Our Box 
New OE-Production Diesel Fuel Injectors

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