Mitchell Releases Next Generation Collision Estimating and Reference Guides
Mitchell International, a leading provider of information, workflow and performance management solutions to the automotive insurance claims and collision repair industries, recently announced the release of its Next Generation Collision Estimating and Reference Guides. The Guides now contain ….
Tony Eury Jr. Repeats as Federal-Mogul’s NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’
Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s crew chief, Tony Eury Jr., received his second straight MOOG "Problem Solver of the Race" Award from Federal-Mogul Corporation after Earnhardt’s #88 Chevrolet finished third in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway on March 9 ….
Zurich Offers Pointers for Preventing Fires
The headlines read, "Local Business Destroyed by Fire" or "Gasoline Fumes Ignite Three-Alarm Blaze." It is a common occurrence at businesses and homes throughout the country, especially during the winter months. It is important to remember that open containers of gasoline ….
Tech Feature: Keeping Up with TPMS Technology
We’re at 100% TPMS compliance now. Are we having fun yet? To keep customers in your shop, plan on investing in diagnostic scanners and software, not to mention a serious investment in personnel who have an aptitude for technology. Just this week, I had a friend who owns a local tire store call me regarding what to do about an ….
Management: Marketing Muffler Service Can Improve Bottom Line
Have muffler inspections become a low-priority undercar service in your shop? With the introduction of stainless-steel exhaust systems into the import market, it’s easy to forget that muffler and related exhaust parts sales are still a lucrative service that can enhance any profit and loss statement. Muffler replacements can be profitable at any skill or ….
Columbia River Knife & Tool Introduces the Multi-Use Guppie
The Guppie from Columbia River Knife and Tools (CRKT) serves as an adjustable wrench, knife, screwdriver, bottle opener, removable bit carrier and LED light. Features of the Guppie include ….
Martin Service Wrenches Work in Tight Places
Martin service wrenches, often referred to as "pump wrenches," with their 30 degree angled slot opening and short tapered handles are designed to work in tight spaces. They are usually used in pairs or in conjunction with other style hydraulic wrenches ….
Mitchell 1 Updates Activant-Powered Online Parts Sourcing and Labor Estimating Capability in Manager/ManagerPlus Software
As part of its first quarter 2008 updates, Mitchell 1 announces it has enhanced its Activant eCatalog interface, which enables shop professionals using the Manager and ManagerPlus solutions to enhance operational efficiency through extensive new online parts lookup, sourcing and labor estimating capabilities ….
Snap-on Diagnostics Introduces Software Bundle 8.2
Snap-on Diagnostics announced recently the availability of Software Bundle 8.2. The latest software upgrade delivers more new Scanner coverage than ever before for MODIS, SOLUS PRO, SOLUS, ETHOS and the MT-Series Scanner. Snap-on has also added 820 new vehicles and access to 7,000 new systems since ….
Management: Unlocking Vehicle Key Codes for Independent Shops
There’s been some good news for the independent shops – the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) announced in February that the Secure Data Release Model (SDRM), which allows properly vetted technicians and security professionals to access automotive key codes, immobilizer PINs and ….