Interview with Scot A. Holloway, General Manager, Bartec USA, LLC
Certainly by now you have heard about Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS). This increasingly hot topic is very controversial yet compelling. Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems are and have been a required feature on U.S. Passenger vehicles since 2008. Introducing this technology to the way we maintain our vehicles has improved safety and vehicle performance, increased fuel efficiency and tire life. It also has forever changed the way autos and tires are serviced.
Snap-on Announces “Free Accessory” Software Promotion
With Snap-on’s “Free Accessory” software promotion, VERUS, MODIS, SOLUS PRO and SOLUS owners in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico who invest in Snap-on’s latest upgrade, Software Bundle 10.4, will receive a free credit up to $185 towards diagnostic accessories.
Modern Balancers Offer Advanced Features
Proper tire/wheel assembly balancing is important for vehicle safety. Balanced tires can mean the difference between a positive and negative driving experience. Especially in high-speed driving, improperly balanced tire/wheel assemblies can cause a vehicle to lose stability and operate in an unsafe — and uncomfortable — manner. Vibration, the most noticeable effect of imbalance, often
DENSO Sales California Offers New Training Courses for Technicians
DENSO Sales California announces the introduction of three new Engine Performance Technical Training seminars for the automotive service professional. The seminars focus on service, diagnostic and repair best practices and will be available beginning in 2011.
Schrader Hits the Road to Promote its New EZ-Sensor
A team of professionals from Schrader Electronics hit the road in a specially outfitted Toyota Prius this week to spread the word about the company’s new TPMS EZ-Sensor. After kicking off their “Easy Drive to SEMA” Tour in Detroit, the team made a pit stop at the Akron, OH, headquarters of Babcox Media to meet with Babcox editors and show off their new product.
Snap-on’s New Software Bundle 10.4 is all About the Answers
Regular software upgrades make your tool like new, keeping repairs in your shop and reducing diagnostic time. Snap-on’s latest upgrade, Software Bundle 10.4, is packed with more than 56,000 new and enhanced codes, data, tests and tips, delivering the most coverage available beyond any other upgrade before.
Access Wheel Service Tips at the Balancer with Hunter Help
Hunter Help offers quick, convenient instruction on a variety of balancing and tire changing topics to help shops provide better service and boost productivity. Hunter Help covers everything from basic balancing and tire changing techniques to more advanced procedures to service TPMS, PAX tires and plastic-clad wheels.
Alignment Specs: 1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvette
With different front and rear run-flat tire sizes, the 1997-2004 Corvette must be aligned every 20,000 miles or when the smallest amount of abnormal tire wear is present. If the customer does not have this service performed, even the slightest amount of extra toe, camber or caster can result in an expensive tire replacement bill.
Performing an alignment on a C5 Corvette is actually easier than on most vehicles because most of the adjustments are built into the vehicle. Also, you can adjust the ride height without replacing parts. But, you need to take care and be aware of what makes the Corvette different than most vehicles.
Tech Feature: Modern Balancers Offer Advanced Features
Proper tire/wheel assembly balancing is important for vehicle safety. Balanced tires can mean the difference between a positive and negative driving experience. Especially in high-speed driving, improperly balanced tire/wheel assemblies can cause a vehicle to lose stability and operate in an unsafe – and uncomfortable – manner.
ETI’s ToolTech Event Continues to Grow in Popularity
The Equipment and Tool Institute’s (ETI) Annual ToolTech conference continues to be a popular industry event for tool and equipment professionals, according to ETI, drawing more than 125 professionals to this year’s event in Napa Valley, CA. ToolTech participants networked with industry peers, met potential customers and product providers, conferred with clients, met in one-on-one