Cycle Concept Inc. Introduces Fast Lube Package for Motorcycles
Cycle Concept Inc. has put together a comprehensive fast lube package designed for the auto industry. Contrary to popular belief, motorcycles can be serviced in the same operations as autos. The team at Cycle Concepts has worked with two major quick lube companies and devised a package that will enhance traffic and profitability for all that think “outside the box.”
BendPak Promises No Price Increases Through Mid-2012
BendPak-Ranger announced that, a time when industry-wide inflation is hovering around 10%, the company will not raise its prices through mid-2012.
Automotive Equipment Manufacturer BendPak-Ranger Promises to Hold Prices Through Mid-2012
At a time when industry-wide inflation is hovering around 10%, popular car lift and garage equipment manufacturer BendPak-Ranger announced recently to its global dealers and consumers that they will not raise their prices through mid-2012.
Tool Feature: Scan Tools and Software Updates
Though some vehicles have diagnostic modes that can show fault codes and other diagnostic information via the instrument panel, climate control system or driver information display, most simply turn on the check engine light or another warning light when a problem occurs. So without a scan tool, there’s no way to tell what the problem might be, let alone make an accurate diagnosis of which sensor or other component may need to be replaced.
Corghi Opens U.S. Branch
Hamilton, OH — The new Corghi branch for the North American market opened for business May 16, 2009, in Hamilton, OH. Historically, the North American market has always been one of Corghi’s most important business areas. Corghi has been present in the American market for more than 20 years, thanks to a collaboration with one
Management: Florida Shop Owner Speaks Out When it Comes to Business
Some people make friends and make it look easy. Pam Oakes, owner of Pam’s Motor City Automotive in Fort Myers, FL, is one of those people. And more and more, she is making friends in high "political" places. Her natural people skills go directly to her bottom line, which will be the same in 2008 as it was in 2007. By any measure, being able to remain steady during such difficult economic times is a feat in itself ….
Shop Owners and Technicians Offer Up Their ‘Top 5 Tools’
The readers of TechShop – Equipment, Tools & Supplies magazine were asked to submit a list of their top five favorite tools. Here is a sampling of some of the responses that were received ….
Ron Dillingham, The Car Store
Ron Dillingham, Shop Foreman The Car Store Norwich, VT Snap-on 3/8” Air Ratchet — Plenty of power, very reliable. Hunter’s B400 — Great tool for upselling alignments. When used properly, it’s very reliable. Hunter Wheel Balancer (GSP 9700) — The Road Force Tire Balancer takes all the guesswork out of all tire concerns. Snap-on
News: Matco Tools Expo
A record number of Matco Tools distributors, 90,000 sq. ft. of expo space, 110 suppliers and 170 new products with more than 65 New & Exclusives — that was just the beginning of the 2007 Matco Tools Expo. The annual event was held Feb. 24-27 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, FL. While
Shop Profile: Bobby’s Muffler and Tire Center Takes Pride in Prompt Service
Have you ever met a tire dealer so honest he could make Abe Lincoln blush? Ask anyone in Franklin, VA, population 8,600 tops, about the ultra-modest owner of Bobby’s Muffler and Tire Center Inc., who sells tires and service in the town where he was born and raised. They will tell you about a man who had $125 in his pocket when he opened his doors and a desire to make his business the talk of the town. They’re talking about Bobby Cutchins.