TechShop Is Getting ‘Switched On’ and Launches Tool Connect New Equipment & Tools E-Newsletter
Motivational speaker Chip Eichelberger’s enthusiastic presentation had the whole company motivated to look at the direction our lives are going, and figure out how to make ourselves more valuable — to our families, our careers, our customers and ourselves.
Wiper Rule Endorses Reusable Textile Services Operations
New rule codifies TRSA’s best practices for soiled reusable textile handling.
Westside Auto Pros: Internet-Savvy Shop Still Going Strong After 16 Years
In today’s ever-changing digital media landscape, with thousands of tweets per minute and videos going viral every day, it’s becoming more and more important for shop owners to stay on top of marketing technology. Ron Haugen, owner of Westside Auto Pros in Des Moines, IA, has seen first-hand how a well-mastered, intentional social media plan can attract new customers.
Pulling Codes: The Importance Of Communication – No Code Analysis
For this month’s Pulling Codes case, we will attempt to provide a plan of attack for communication issues on General Motors products with the Class 2 Protocol. Our diagnostic journey begins with a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. This vehicle was tested at the EPA test facility in our area and it was determined that there is no communication with the PCM.
Appeal To All Senses To Keep Customers, Especially Female Customers
We know that women are the majority purchasers of all automotive items in North America today, so if you’re looking to step up your sales figures, you’re going to need to reach women. And in doing so, you’ll gain favor with all customers. In this column, we’re not going to focus on your services, your marketing approach or even your prices. No, we’re going to start as simple as it gets: with your customers’ senses.
Subaru CVT Technology And Service Implications
When we decided to purchase a new shop shuttle vehicle, we began our research with looking at AWD vehicles that would do well in the snow and provide a comfortable car to drive customers to work or home. We focused on the brands in which we specialize – Honda, Toyota and Subaru. With the 2010 Subaru Outback being an all-new model, we decided this would be our best choice. Once I began looking at the new model, I was somewhat surprised to see that Subaru was re-introducing the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
Larry’s AutoWorks: Shop Owner’s Success Linked To Accepting And Adapting To Change
Most people don’t become automotive repair shop owners overnight; they may start out as a technician who agrees to slowly take over a retiring owner’s business, or open their own shop and steadily build a customer base. When the first option fell into Larry Moore’s lap, he jumped at the chance – with some mixed results in the beginning.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Technical Service Bulletins
What you need to know about tire pressure monitoring technical service bulletins published in 2012.
Hyundai Coolant Issues: Getting to the Heart of Coolant Leaks
When it comes to cooling system problems you may see on the Hyundai vehicle lineup, there are a few that would be considered serial failures. But, as these cars accumulate miles, you’ll see the same type of service opportunities you would find on any other vehicle, advises Import Specialist Contributor Bob Dowie.
Timing Belts Can Age Just as Quickly as They Wear Out
The correct time to change a timing belt in older cars depends not only on the mileage of the car, but also on the age of the belt says ContiTech’s Power Transmission Group.