Tech Feature: Performance Exhaust for Late-Model Vehicles
What’s hot in exhaust performance products? Bolt-on free-flowing exhaust systems for diesel trucks, big bore mufflers for sport compact cars, and low restriction street performance mufflers for cars like Mustangs, Pontiac G8s, Dodge Chargers and Chevy Corvettes. The diesel market has been really hot lately. Turbo diesel engines are a popular option in full-size Dodge, Ford and GM pickups because a ….
Tech Tip: The Ins and Outs of Indirect and Direct TPMS
This is the year of the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System). It’s been coming for some time. In response to a rash of highly publicized rollover accidents caused by tire failures on SUVs, Congress passed a law called the TREAD Act in 2000 which required all vehicle manufacturers to have TPMS on all their cars and light trucks by 2008. Time has run out, and as far as we know, all the vehicle manufacturers have complied ….
KTI ‘Pumps Up’ Market with New Tire Repair Kit
K-Tool International (KTI) announces the addition of a tire repair kit to its product line. The kit allows mechanics to easily and quickly repair punctures in tubeless tires. Included components are designed for professional use in rugged shop environments. Kit can be used to ….
Nupla Offers Line of Power Drive Hammers
Nupla designed and patented their Smart Hammer Technology in advance of OSHA’s mandate for properly designed ergonomic tools. OSHA studies determined that musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive stress are the number one occupational hazard. Hammer rebound, which leads to muscle tension, fatigue and poor work ….
PROFORM Parts Introduces Line of ‘Stubby’ AN Wrenches
PROFORM Parts now has added these short handle AN wrenches to their growing list of engine building tools. These lightweight and adjustable "stubbys" join their SEMA Award Winning big brothers in the PROFORM tool kit. When an AN wrench is required in tight working conditions ….
AMMCO 4000E Brake Lathe Now Available to Provide Rotors with Ultimate Finish
The AMMCO 4000E, the easiest to use and most ergonomic lathe ever made, is now available to make all of your rotor refinishing projects easier, faster and more precise. The 4000E provides total control for optimized speed and feed combinations. Operators have the ability to make ….
Performance Exhausts for Late-Model Vehicles
What’s hot in exhaust performance products? Bolt-on free-flowing exhaust systems for diesel trucks, big bore mufflers for sport compact cars, and low restriction street performance mufflers for cars like Mustangs, Pontiac G8s, Dodge Chargers and Chevy Corvettes. The diesel market has been really hot lately. Turbo diesel engines are a popular option in full-size Dodge,
News Update: ALLDATA Celebrates 70,000 Customers
Customer-Centric Focus Heightens Success ALLDATA held a media day event at its headquarters in Elk Grove, CA, on Apr. 3, to celebrate its latest accomplishment — 70,000 customers — and to spotlight how ALLDATA is helping automotive service professionals boost their business success. ALLDATA President Jeff Lagges and other company executives discussed how ALLDATA is
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems: The Ins and Outs of Indirect and Direct TPMS
This is the year of the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System). It’s been coming for some time. In response to a rash of highly publicized rollover accidents caused by tire failures on SUVs, Congress passed a law called the TREAD Act in 2000 which required all vehicle manufacturers to have TPMS on all their cars
Keeping on Track with Steering Position Sensors
Cars just keep getting smarter all the time. Sensors are being used to monitor more and more functions, and to share information between vehicle systems that formerly were mute or didn’t communicate with one another. One such sensor is the steering position sensor. The sensor’s basic function is to monitor the driver’s steering inputs. This