Building Hot Rod and Muscle Car Engines
Sometimes the best opportunities are cleverly hidden in plain view. As one example, when Chris Lafferty of Lafferty Engine Creations was asked why he opted to expand beyond race engines into the hot rod and muscle car arenas, he said, "Just look outside." His North Carolina facility sits squarely in the middle of both NASCAR and cruisin’ country.
Joe Gibbs Driven Makes First Appearance as a Primary Sponsor of Joe Gibbs Racing Car
Joe Gibbs Driven, the automotive aftermarket division of Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), will make its first appearance as a primary sponsor of a NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series race car when JGR development driver Aric Almirola attempts to qualify for his first Nextel Cup race March 9 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Mitch’s World: But, Daddy… I Swear I Wasn’t Speeding’
It must have been quite a sight — me sitting behind the counter staring at the computer screen, looking at the digital images, shaking my head in disbelief. After all, it isn’t every day you see a fairly late-model vehicle with the entire bottom of the undercarriage torn away. But, then again, I knew it
Doing the ‘Complete’ Brake Job
Brake work continues to be a solid service opportunity for independent repair shops because brakes are items that inevitably wear out. Disc brake pads need to be replaced, and the rotors usually need to be turned or replaced. The front brakes do the most of the braking, so they receive most of the attention when
Mitch’s World: ‘But, Daddy… I Swear I Wasn’t Speeding’
It must have been quite a sight — me sitting behind the counter staring at the computer screen, looking at the digital images, shaking my head in disbelief. After all, it isn’t every day you see a fairly late-model vehicle with the entire bottom of the undercarriage torn away. But, then again, I knew it
Down the Road: Advances in Engine Technology
Two engine technologies that have been around for years are generating plenty of interest these days as the automakers look to create better fuel efficiency, without sacrificing power — direct injection for gasoline engines and turbocharging. Direct injection for gasoline engines is where fuel is injected right into the combustion chamber of each cylinder, as
Streamlight’s LED Version of the Stinger Rechargeable Flashlight Offers Multiple Light Levels
Streamlight has introduced an LED version of its signature rechargeable product – the Stinger LED. The new light is the most versatile, durable Stinger ever, designed to give auto technicians unprecedented features and flexibility, including multiple light levels, a shockproof LED and machined aluminum case.
MACS 2007 Mobile A/C and Engine Cooling System Update Clinic Schedule Announced
Automotive technicians who want to enhance their mobile A/C and engine cooling system service knowledge should mark their calendars now for the 2007 edition of the MACS Worldwide Mobile A/C and Engine Cooling System Update clinics. MACS annual update clinics present information for the working technician that can be put to use immediately in the shop.
RTI Continues to Introduce Award-Winning Products
The NTF Nitrogen Tire Filling product line offers nitrogen tire filling service – twice as fast as other systems. The new ELF-1 EVAP Leak Finder uses no heat or smoke. Instead, it utilizes a one-of-a-kind patented technology that is a safe, non-flammable, smoke-free process to find leaks. The BFX-2 Brake Flush System is the new standard for brake flush service – fast, simple, automated, effective and profitable.
Subaru Brake System Service
Over the last 25 years or so, Subaru has been the top- selling all-wheel-drive car here in the Pacific Northwest. For beachcombers and skiers alike, as well as rock hounds and hikers, having all-wheel drive is a big plus. Stop-and-go commuting, and difficult mountain driving take their toll on both drivers and vehicles. Of all