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LAWSUIT ANNOUNCED AGAINST FERRARI FOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK RECALLS

Recently, Ferrari announced a recall of over 23,000 vehicles, and now there is a a new lawsuit related to recall.

According to Top Class Actions, the major Ferrari recall revolves around potential brake fluid leaks. Nearly every car that Ferrari has made since 2005 is involved in this recall.

A new lawsuit claims that the automaker failed to keep drivers informed of the defect in certain vehicle models. Ferrari vehicles are known for operating at high speeds, which makes the brake feature especially imperative. The lead plaintiff claims that he lost braking power while driving at a slow speed. He was able to successfully exit his vehicle before it rolled into a 20-footdeep pond behind his home, where the vehicle ultimately sank. Upon purchasing a second Ferrari vehicle, the lead plaintiff claims that those brakes also failed. The plaintiff claims that Ferrari has known about this brake fluid leak defect since 2015. The Ferrari recall was originally announced in October 2021, followed by a recent expansion in July 2022. For more information and for a full list of the vehicles involved, visit the Top Class Actions website.

ENGINE OIL ISSUE COSTS GM $102.6M IN LAWSUIT

A California jury has found General Motors negligent in a class action lawsuit verdict. As reported by Jalopnik, the automaker will be on the hook for $102.6 million over accusations it hid an engine defect that led to excessive oil consumption.

The engine defect in question— found in GMs 5.3-liter V8s sold in California, North Carolina and Idaho between 2011 and 2014—was the result of a faulty piston ring design that allowed oil to leak out into the engine.

Despite the hefty settlement, the 38,000 owners of the vehicles will each walk away with $2,700.

STRICKLAND BROTHERS BREAKS GROUND ON NEW TEXAS LOCATION

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change has broken ground on a new location in Texas.

According to Community Impact, the location in McKinney is set to open in January 2023. The franchise location will be operated by co-owners Martin Evans and Gianna Venturi. The pair are opening multiple locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. The McKinney shop will be their fourth Strickland Brothers location.

N3 Real Estate is the commercial development real estate partner for this project.

U.S. LUBRICANTS BLENDS FIRST BATCH AT BALTIMORE FACILITY

U.S. Lubricants has blended its first batch of THRIVE 0W-20 engine oil at their newly acquired facility in Baltimore, Maryland, according to a press release.

U.S. Lubricants is a division of U.S. Venture. The plant in Baltimore will blend automotive and heavy-duty lubricants as well as other industrial lubricants.

This facility is large and allows for more space to manufacture private label lubricants for OEM customers, as well as the opportunity to expand toll blending capabilities. This process leverages strategic vendor relationships for the best additives and base oils for formulation.

BOSS AND TAKE 5 ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP IN CANADA

BOSS Lubricants has signed a three-year agreement to be the house-branded oil supplier for Take 5 Oil Change locations in Canada.

According to a press release, there are 38 Take 5 locations across Canada. There are 31 locations in Ontario, four in British Columbia, two in New Brunswick and one in Prince Edward Island. BOSS has 10 locations across Canada including branches, warehouses, bulk storage and distribution. BOSS has a network of 150 Canadian distributors.

“This agreement will strengthen our brand, our reputation and our commitment to growing our footprint in the Canadian marketplace—particularly in Eastern Canada,” said Jarrett Flegel, president and chief operating officer of Calgary-based BOSS via the press release.

PUROLATOR CELEBRATES 100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT AAPEX

Purolator Filters announced that it began its 100-year anniversary celebration at AAPEX in Las Vegas.

According to a press release, Ernest

Sweetland developed and patented the first oil filtration system in 1923. Sweetland called it “Purolator,” which is inspired by the phrase, “pure oil later.” MANN+HUMMEL acquired Purolator Filters in 2012.

“Purolator’s goal to strive for quality and innovative products began in 1923, and still continues nearly a century later,” said Daryl Benton, vice president of sales and marketing for the automotive aftermarket with MANN+HUMMEL via the press release. “We are thrilled to celebrate our 100-year milestone in 2023. Purolator has been able to maintain its role as a market leader with leading-edge technology and global manufacturing best practices. Through continued hard work and diligence, Purolator will thrive for another 100 years.”

ILLINOIS REPAIR SHOP OFFERS FREE OIL CHANGES TO VETERANS

An auto repair shop in Illinois is giving away free oil changes to veterans.

According to the Daily Herald, Pit Stop Auto Repair is hosting a free Oil Changes for Veterans Event during the month of November. This offer will be valid at the shop’s Libertyville and Lombard locations.

Veterans can call ahead to either location and reserve an appointment time, and all they have to do is bring their military ID with to the oil change. Appointments are first-come, firstserved and will be available Monday through Friday during the shop’s hours of operation.

Shop owner Drew Burmeister said his Pit Stop team wants to honor those who have served with this free service. Burmeister’s brother retired recently from a career with the United States Navy.

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