Makita’s New 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Driver-Drill Delivers Big Power in a Compact Size
Makita U.S.A., Inc. announces the release of its new Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Driver-Drill, model BHP452HW. This new Compact Lithium-Ion Hammer Driver-Drill adds to the already extensive LXT Series of cordless tools featuring 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery Technology, a breakthrough in cordless that delivers more power, less weight and better engineering ….
Ten Ideas to Improve Employee Retention
Marketing gurus say it’s less expensive to keep an existing customer than it is to go out and attract a new one. The same can be said for a good technician. There has been a lot written through the years about a technician shortage. In research we’ve conducted on this subject, we found that roughly
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
Makita Accelerates Racing Partnerships, Becomes Official Power Tool Sponsor of Championship Off Road Racing
Makita U.S.A., Inc. has become the Official Power Tool Sponsor of Championship Off Road Racing (CORR). Makita has also become a sponsor of longtime CORR Series racers Team LeDuc, creating Rockstar Makita Team LeDuc Racing. Both sponsorships are an extension of the brand’s growing presence in live race events ….
Makita’s New 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver Kit Provides More Torque with 18V Power and 12V Weight
Makita U.S.A., Inc. announces the release of its new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver, model BTD141. This powerful impact driver delivers more work (1,330 in. lbs. of max. torque) yet weighs just 3.4 lbs. The BTD141 is another example of Makita’s commitment to innovative technology and ….
Master Introduces New Heavy-Duty Deluxe Varitemp Heat Gun
Master Appliance Corp. has introduced its new Deluxe Varitemp Heat Gun, Model VTS-750, featuring a unique, versatile metal stand with adjustable circular frame and exclusive, pivoting spring-loaded sliding handle with ergonomic grip. The Deluxe Varitemp is ideal for hands-free or hand-held use in ….
Master Appliance Corp.’s New Top-of-the-Line Cordless Soldering Iron/Flameless Heat Tool Kit Offers Versatility and Value
Master Appliance Corp. introduces its new UT-100Si-TC Ultratorch Professional Heat Tool Kit, featuring their top performing UT-100Si Ultratorch, a self-igniting, butane powered, multi-functional soldering iron, flameless heat tool and hot knife, with competitive advantages in tip quality, work efficiency, safety and ….