Fuel efficiency through reduced friction is a big part of engine design, as automakers look for every way to increase MPGs.

Take a look at the quick lube and lube-plus franchises that are making moves on the list, and hear from two brands about how they mark success.

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The 2019 Toyota Rav 4 is featured this month.

New Grease Gun Macnaught Americas recently introduced its K32-01 Flexigun manual grease gun. Offering an industry-leading warranty, this grease gun delivers best-in-class cost of ownership.

As a service to your customers, please note the following vehicles that have been recalled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or by their manufacturers.

Nissan recently introduced the all-new, sixth-generation 2019 Altima. Here are the tech specs.

Amy Giang Honored With Immigrants of Distinction Award Amy Giang, owner of Lube Town with three locations in Alberta, Canada, was recently honored with the Immigrants of Distinction for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Award.

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First introduced to American car buyers in 1976, the Honda Accord is the second-longest-running automotive nameplate in Honda’s history, after the Honda Civic.

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Lincoln Nautilus moved to an all-new turbocharged engine lineup for 2019, with smooth power delivered through three advanced technologies — turbocharging, direct injection and twin independent variable camshaft timing.

After a month-long effort, Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers has raised $10,000 for Harvest Hope during their annual giving campaign.

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As a service to your customers, please note the following vehicles that have been recalled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or by their manufacturers. Note these recalls apply only to items that could affect vehicle occupancy safety.

New Quick Lube Management Software Droptop recently announced the launch of its new quick lube management software in North America. Perfect for shops or mobile oil change businesses that need a solution on the go. Droptop has created a shop management solution that is cloud-based, mobile friendly and contains seamless data integrations.

Kia Motors has followed through on the promise of a production model of the GT Concept. The all-new 2018 Kia Stinger is the culmination of a years-long journey into the sportback segment.

Around the Industry for January 2019.