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Brake Tech: What is a Complete Brake Job?

Most motorists know brake linings don’t last forever. Brake pads and shoes use friction to stop a vehicle, so every time the brakes are applied the linings experience wear. After so many stops, the linings wear out. The rate at which the linings wear out depends on the frequency of use, how hard the brakes

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Ingenuity Welcome At Johnson Controls

Tech Feature: Crate Racing Engines

For many performance engine builders, the end of the year may be much busier than expected. While there is no racing going on in most parts of the country, there’s still plenty of preparation for next year. No doubt, some engine builders have been able to keep racing off their minds lately – even while watching "Dancing With The Stars," where two time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves won the coveted Mirrorball Trophy – still others will end the racing season (or kick off the new one) in Orlando for the Advanced Engine Technology Conference (AETC) and the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show.

Snap-on’s Convertible Shop Cart Gives Technicians Space to Spare

Go with the flow and let your tools go along with you. Space and mobility are within arms reach now that the new Convertible Shop Cart (KRSC40) from Snap-on Tools Company has rolled onto the scene. The shop cart offers cutting-edge styling and interchangeable drawers, all while providing more than 22,000 cubic inches of portable tool storage space.

Tech Tip: Don’t Turn Away Clutch Replacements

Clutch replacement does not have the prestige of driveability diagnostics, but at times, it pays better. Some shops turn away clutch replacements in fear of comebacks and lost productivity. But, clutch replacement offers the shop opportunities to sell additional services that might slip past the bottom line.

News Update: NAPA Chassis Trains, Certifies Technicians

Participants in a four-day NAPA Chassis training class were provided with tips and techniques from NATEF-certified instructors to identify and solve problems while diagnosing and repairing late-model chassis and suspension systems. Held recently at NAPA’s training center, the clinic taught timesaving repair procedures, giving these techs the ability to be more proficient on newer vehicles.

AMI Introduces E-Link Education and Training Guide

In an effort to provide automotive service and collision repair professionals with a one-stop resource tool for all their business management and technical training needs, the Automotive Management Institute (AMI) will soon offer the AMI E-Link Education and Training Guide, a comprehensive online directory.

News Update: Adrian Smith Appointed GM of Brembo North America

Brembo North America (BNA) recently appointed Adrian Smith as general manager of its North American operations with responsibility for its three offices in Costa Mesa, Detroit and Charlotte, NC. Previously, Smith served as technical director of Brembo SpA based in Curno, Italy, where he was responsible for a staff of 240 engineers and core engineering

Register Your Fall Car Care Month Vehicle Check-Up Event

In celebration of Fall Car Care Month in October, organizations are encouraged to register their vehicle check-up events on the Car Care Council’s website to help consumers locate an event in their area. Fall Car Care Month vehicle check-up events are conducted nationwide by independent repair shops and auto parts stores, as well as vocational schools.

ALLDATA Supports SkillsUSA

ALLDATA LLC provided resources and judging for the 2007 SkillsUSA Automotive Service Technology National Championships. The competition was held on June 25-29 in Kansas City. This is the eighth year that the company has been involved with the regional, state or national SkillsUSA competitions.