Bartec USA Offers Tire Pressure Monitoring Training Kit
Bartec USA introduces a new TPMS training kit. Understand the repair guidelines and procedures for the many different tire pressure monitoring systems showing up in your shop. This training kit includes ….
Hella’s New Tire Pressure Monitoring System Fits All Types of Vehicles and Meets Federal Requirements
Hella, Inc. has just introduced a permanent, fully active, radio-controlled system for monitoring vehicle tire pressure and temperature. The new Hella TC-400 system is FMVSS 138 compliant and meets or exceeds the same specifications as all ….
Ken-Tool Offers Tire Pressure Monitoring System Set
The TPMS Sentry Tire Pressure Monitoring System Set from Ken-Tool is a new service set equipped with replacement valve stems, hardware and application-specific tools for tires equipped with valve stem Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) sensors ….
Myers Tire Supply Introduces Digital Tire Inflator
Myers Tire Supply is partnering with PCL to distribute the ACCURA 1 handheld digital tire inflator. Myers chose the product for its ease of use, reliability and readability with rapid, safe and cost-effective tire inflation.
Training Program Updates
State-of-the-art automotive technology doesn’t do anybody much good if technicians can’t get the training they need to fix and maintain today’s systems. Unfortunately, in recent years there has been an industry-wide trend to axe training programs. Parts suppliers are under tremendous price pressure these days, and most are looking for ways to cut costs where
Tech Tip: A Short Drive Saves Tee Time
Mr. Ellis called first thing this morning to ask why the “low tire” lamp was on in his 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. He needed to get out to the golf course for an 8 a.m. tee time. I told him that as long as the tire wasn’t flat, to come over to the shop and I would check the tire pressure. I guessed that cold weather combined with low tire pressure may be causing the lamp to illuminate. A quick check showed that the left rear tire was 5 psi below specification. After adding some air, Mr. Ellis was on his way to the country club.
Waiting until Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on Can Be Dangerous for Motorists
As 2008 model year vehicles hit the road, motorists will find they are equipped with tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) that illuminate an on-dash warning light when the pressure in one or more tires is low. However, AAA warns motorists that the TPMS should not replace monthly tire pressure checks.
Tech Tip: Selling Performance Modifications
The sport compact car market is hotter than ever. The market has moved beyond the simple bolt-ons such as wheels, tires, brake rotors and spoilers. It’s not unusual today to see sport compact engines producing upward of 400 horsepower on the street. With so much power under the hood, the challenge is getting the horsepower to the tires and maintaining reasonable traction and handling.
Tech Tip: Sorting Out Tire Pressure Monitoring System Myths
Myths are fine if you’re teaching mythology. However, they are a pain for the automotive aftermarket, especially when dealing with new components like tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). With every new technology, there are inherent learning, maintenance and problem-solving issues. Also, there are accompanying apprehensions and fears. Some concerns are valid; others would fall into the category of myths.
KTI to Display Headache-Curing, Time-Saving, Profit-Generating Tools at AAPEX 2007
K-Tool International (KTI), a manufacturer of tools for the automotive aftermarket and professional mechanic, will feature a variety of innovative hand tools and specialty equipment while displaying at the 2007 AAPEX show in Las Vegas from October 30-November 1.