$50 Gift from Elite!
Elite Worldwide is offering a $50 gift that can be used toward any of their downloadable sales, marketing and shop management training.
Gates Corp. Introduces POWERCLEAN Flush Tool, Launches Automotive Cooling System Maintenance Awareness Campaign
Gates Corp. has announced the introduction of the POWERCLEAN Flush Tool, and in conjunction, the company has embarked on an industry-wide cooling system maintenance and awareness campaign.
NUCAP Acquires Brake Align Inc.
NUCAP Industries recently announced that it has acquired Brake Align Inc. located in Ashland, VA, manufacturer of the Brake Align Runout Correction Plate.
Free OTC Mode 6 Diagnostics and Coding Webcast
OTC is offering a free webcast from 6 to 7 p.m. CST on Thursday, June 7, covering Mode 6 diagnostics and coding.
A/C Update: Risky Business
As you may know, the air conditioning compressors in many hybrid vehicles are operated by an electric motor instead of a drive belt. The motor’s insulated windings are immersed in the compressor’s lubricating oil. The oils used in these compressors are formulated to have high dielectric properties, that makes them non-conductive.
Diagnosing Murphy’s Law Under the Hood of a Ford F-150
Most of us working in the automotive service trades are very familiar with Murphy’s Law and how it affects our shop’s cost of doing business. Murphy’s Law says, “Everything that can go wrong usually will go wrong.” Gary Goms investigates a mysterious engine noise in a 1989 Ford F-150 pickup equipped with the venerable 5.0L or 302 cubic-inch V8 engine.
A 360
Over the years, GM has saved a bundle on manufacturing the 3.1L engine by using the production line tooling it originally developed for the 2.8L V6. By simply changing the bore diameter, the displacement of the same engine block could now be increased for more power and torque.
ACDelco Online Chemical Catalog
ACDelco has introduced a new online catalog designed to make it easier for customers to look up fluids and other aftermarket chemical products.
Latest Release of Epicor Integrated Service Estimator Software Boosts Shop Speed, Efficiency, Sales and Margins
Epicor Software Corporation has released a new version of its popular Web-based Epicor Integrated Service Estimator (ISE) software that offers enhanced speed and a variety of new features that allow automotive service shops to further increase sales, margins and operational efficiency. Shops are already generating nearly 140,000 estimates each month through this powerful, easy-to-use solution.
Forward Lift Sponsors “Off-Road Overhaul”
Forward Lift has renewed its sponsorship of “Off-Road Overhaul” for the show’s second season on the Outdoor Channel.
Kumho Again Supports Teen Driving Program
The Key to Safe Teen Driving program provides real-world experience to improve teen driving skills, and raise awareness about the importance of proper training for young drivers. The program will be open to 120 students at each of 14 locations across five states. In addition to classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel sessions will practice wet braking, emergency lane changing, proper tire care and how to safely change a flat tire and much more.
Mitchell 1 to Hold Shop Management System Training Workshop in St. Louis
The training workshop is designed for those who have previously established competence using their shop management software and now want to learn more advanced capabilities, better methods and shortcuts.