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GM Performance Parts is holding its second "Garage Sale," through Sept. 30. The event offers savings on some of the brand's most popular performance enhancers, and includes crate engines, cams, intake manifolds, heads and cylinder blocks. More than 80 part numbers are being offered at discount prices. For more information, visit the GM Goodwrench website at www.gmgoodwrench.com.

Robert Bosch's "Dream TV Sweepstakes," which is running throughout 2003, provides a 60-cents-per-plug rebate on up to 24 Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs, plus the chance to win a Dream TV System. Each mail-in rebate/entry submission automatically qualifies for a sweepstakes entry to win the Sony Home Theater Dream System, valued at $10,000. Rebate/entry forms are available nationwide at participating auto parts stores selling Bosch Platinum Sparks Plugs. The form also can be downloaded online by logging on to ivww.boschusa.com.

The fall 2003 test schedule for the Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS) TechCert program has been set for Nov. 13 and 20. The registration deadline for the tests is Sept. 19. Tests include diesel engine theory and operation, distributor fuel injection, inline fuel injection, rail fuel injection, turbochargers/blowers, injectors/unit injectors and diesel engine diagnostics. An application and study gnide are available at www.diesel.org.

Clore Automotive has launched its new website, www.cloreautomotive .com. It features a new look and highlights professional and consumer products, including Solar and Century Battery Chargers; BOOSTER PAC, Jump-N-Carry and Century Portable Power Sources; Marquette Professional Lifting and Banner Lifting Equipment; Viper A/C and Coolant Maintenance Equipment, Diagnostics and Accessories; T-Tech Automatic Transmission Fluid Exchangers and Accessories; Marquette and Century Welding and Cutting Equipment; and Porto-Power Collision Repair Equipment.

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Brake Parts Inc., manufacturer of Raybestos brand brakes, has lacked off the "Raybestos Goes Hog Wild" promotion, which runs through Sept. 30, 2003. When installers purchase a Raybestos premium brake pad assortment, they receive six 6-ounce world-famous Mike Ditka's Signature Pork Chops. Plus, with every assortment purchase, the pork chop redemption certificate acts as a sweepstakes entry for a chance to VAII a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The winner will be announced in December. For more information, contact your Raybestos supplier.

On Nov. 13, 2003, at several locations around the country, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) will hold its fall test session to certify technicians who install accessories on cars and trucks. Registration for the test closes Sept. 12. The SEMA program includes four modules: Zl/Electric Sunroofs, Z2/Body Exterior Components, Z3/Leather Interiors and Z4/Roof Treatments. To receive the SEMA credentials, installers must also pass the ASE A6 exam on electrical/electronic systems. The ASE tests are also scheduled for early November. To request a fall 2003 SEMA Registration Booklet er Test Preparation Guide, including details on registration and test fees, contact Beverly Rosen at beverlyr@sema.org, 909-396-0289 ext. 158. For information on ASE A6 certification, call 703-669-6600, or visit www.asecert. org.

Two new wallcharts are available from ATP-Inc. The Greywerks No. GW-03 wallchart displays exhaust manifold kits, harmonic balancers and timing covers. It includes five $10 coupons the installer can redeem. The "Interior Ventilation Filters" wallchart includes product illustrations, installation instructions and application information. For further information, contact your ATP-Inc. supplier.

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