Industry Review: Bosch Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the Pioneering Anti-Lock Brake System
Bosch is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the pioneering automotive anti-lock braking system (ABS), a landmark contribution to driving safety. Bosch first introduced its first system in 1978. Since Bosch introduced electronically controlled ABS to the automotive market, this groundbreaking technology has become the basis for all modern brake regulating systems. Today, nearly 75 percent
Snap-on Scanner MT2500 Improves Diagnostics
Snap-on is making it easy for MT2500 Scanner and MTG2500 Scanner owners to take their diagnostic capabilities to a higher level by converting to either MODIS or SOLUS PRO. Until Sept. 30, 2008, technicians can get a $500 Snap-on tool certificate and 90 days same-as-cash financing when they make the switch ….
Tech Feature: Hybrid Service will Increase as Hybrids Move Out of Warranty and into the Independent Service Bays
By now it’s no secret that the price of one gallon of regular-grade gasoline has topped the $4 mark and will undoubtedly be even higher one year from now. In light of rising fuel costs, consumers are once again returning to basic transportation by trading in their old gas-guzzling SUVs for more economical vehicles, especially those powered by hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) technology. On the one hand, the current popularity of hybrid technology seems to offer an ….
Oxygen Sensors: Are You Up to Date on the Latest Designs?
If you’re a technician who works on late-model import vehicles and diagnoses engine performance and emissions problems, you probably have a good understanding of how oxygen (O2) sensors work. You know that all late-model engines have at least one or more “upstream” O2 sensors in the exhaust system to monitor the air/fuel mixture, and one
Remove Seized Hardware and More with the MINI-DUCTOR
Originators of the ‘INDUCTOR,’ the High Performance Magnetic Induction Heat System, Induction Innovations now offers an affordable option to every tech with the MINI-DUCTOR. The patented MINI-DUCTOR is a 1000 watt hand-held induction power inverter. It instantly heats and removes seized nuts, bearings, pulleys and other metal or mechanical hardware and ….
Rousseau Introduces Multipurpose Frame for Workbenches
If you’re looking to improve organization, increase productivity and save time with fast retrieval of tools and parts, our Multipurpose Frame is the solution you’re looking for. Available in single or double frame, it is easily installed ….
Hose & Reels: Reeling It In
It is said that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. This idea applies to many things in life. Air tools and equipment are no exception. Today’s pneumatic equipment is far superior in many ways to equipment made just a few years ago. There are lighter materials and better designs, resulting in
Lista Offers Integrated Technician Workstations
There was a time when automotive service bays were off limits to the eyes of customers. There was a good reason for this – in many cases, the service department was a disorganized mess not fit for public viewing. Fortunately, times are changing, and Lista has found that service ….
KTI ‘Pumps Up’ Market with New Tire Repair Kit
K-Tool International (KTI) announces the addition of a tire repair kit to its product line. The kit allows mechanics to easily and quickly repair punctures in tubeless tires. Included components are designed for professional use in rugged shop environments. Kit can be used to ….
Myers Tire Supply Provides Complete TPMS Service Kits
GM and Ford TPMS Service Kits are now available exclusively from Myers Tire Supply. The GM TPMS Sensor and Service Kit handles all GM vehicles equipped with TPMS systems. The kit includes one each of seven sensors, sealing caps, cores, grommets and grommet nuts ….