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Visit BG Products’ Booth at NADA 2025

WICHITA, Kan. – BG Products, Inc., will be exhibiting at the 2025 NADA Show January 24–26, 2025, in New Orleans. Visit Booth #2900 in the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to learn how to grow your business with BG! Dealers, managers, and industry professionals can expect an exciting

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Brake Fluid Game Changer

BG Brake Fluid Rebranded to HEV/EV Compatibility Originally Published in Blend’r 2019 BG Products takes pride in staying at the forefront of automotive technology, which is why we develop products like the BG DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid Ultra-Low Conductivity. What Do I Need to Know About BG Dot 5.1 Brake

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The Times They Are A-Changin’!

A Brief History of Transmissions and ATF Originally Published in Blend’r 2021 Sixty years ago, Bob Dylan wrote his hit song, “The Times They Are A-Changin,’” in an attempt to convey the tumultuous times the world was going through. It would be easy to draw comparisons to the events of

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BG Launches New Docuseries: Reclaimed Power

BG is proud to announce the launch of its new, 16-part docuseries, Reclaimed Power, available on our YouTube channel starting July 1. This captivating series provides an in-depth look at the world of automotive performance testing and restoration, featuring our master technicians, Josh and Aaron, members of the BG Proving

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If You’re Not Smellin’, You’re not Sellin’

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Are You Skipping Brake Services?

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Be Ready With the BG Summer Car Care Promotion

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The Importance of Fluid Maintenance in 8, 9, and 10-Speed Transmissions

In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive technology, the advent of automatic transmissions with 8, 9, and 10 speeds brings significant advancements. While these innovations bring undeniable benefits, they also introduce additional complexities, emphasizing the crucial role of fluid maintenance in ensuring these sophisticated transmissions’ longevity and optimal performance. /*! elementor

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The Secret of Coolant Colors

Why are Coolants Different Colors? Traditionally, the dyeing of coolants was a loose way to signify their chemical composition. For example, green indicated an ethylene glycol-based coolant. These are used in typical automotive systems and are toxic. Traditionally, pink was used to indicate a propylene glycol-based coolant, which is nontoxic.

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The Winter Chemistry of Diesel Fuel

The Winter Chemistry of Diesel Fuel

Winter is upon us. Cold temperatures will settle across most of the United States, and cold temps spell trouble for diesel fuel. These problems aren’t simply a matter of temperature, but a matter of temperature AND chemistry. Allow me to explain. Wax Crystals Diesel fuel is comprised of a blend of several

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