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    Stop Brake Pulsation: Tech Tips That Work
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    In this Motor Age Tech Tip Short, Erik Screeden, technical multimedia content director with Motor Age, teams up with AutoZone to tackle a common customer complaint: brake pedal...
    July 11, 2025
    EV Fluorescent Leak Detection from Tracerline: In-Depth Look
    In this video, Tracer Products demonstrates the EV Fluorescent Leak Detection from Tracerline. POE-BASED EV A/C DYE COMPLETE UV LEAK DETECTION KIT - EV A/C Dye engineered...
    July 10, 2025
    Techs Tips Short #2: The 'Wiggle Test'
    When intermittent symptoms surface, they typically occur due to circuit faults. Implementing the 'Wiggle" test can help, or it could hinder...that depends on if it's conducted...
    July 9, 2025
    M12 FUEL™ 1/4' & 3/8' Subcompact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring | 3048 & 3049
    In this video, Milwaukee Tool demonstrates the M12 FUEL 3/8" Subcompact Impact Wrench and M12 FUEL 1/4" Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring.
    July 8, 2025

    Podcasts

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    AWDA's Ted Hughes talks about AI's transformative impact on distribution and what the ever-growing technology means for the aftermarket's future.
    June 26, 2025
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    Therapist Margaret Light discusses how your mental state can positively or negatively impact the quality of the business decisions you make.
    June 5, 2025
    BMA
    Dave Bohr
    Dave Bohr, director of category management at Bill Murray and Associates, talks about his unique approach to category management.
    March 20, 2025
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    Scott Tompkins, senior manager of product management at Epicor, talks about how the company created its parts catalog
    Feb. 20, 2025

    Parts Distributor

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    Federated Auto Parts has announced the recipients of its Federated Car Care scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year in a recent press release.
    July 11, 2025
    mevotech
    New SKUs added across three product lines covering over 98 million vehicles.
    July 10, 2025
    SMP
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    Coverage added for late-model import and domestic vehicles across multiple powertrains.
    July 10, 2025
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    A recent poll shows bipartisan support, as more than 83% of Americans support their right to choose how and where they fix their vehicles.
    July 10, 2025

    Tool Distributor

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    Every Friday, we're going to celebrate one of the loyal tool truck pets out there. The first furry friend is none other than Truck Pup!
    July 11, 2025
    AJ Bowlin
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    If a customer just bought a tool from you last week that's on sale in this month's flyer, go the extra mile.
    July 11, 2025
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    Being a mobile tool distributor isn’t easy work, and as an independent, it helps when you have good partners to rely on.
    July 10, 2025
    Chris Lamberson wanted to choose exactly what he carried on his truck, so he went independent.
    Regardless of how these distributors started, they've all found their path to success as independents.
    July 10, 2025

    Product Guide

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    The 3-pack Stand-Up Tool Bag from KNIPEX is equipped with colored loops in red, blue, and yellow for easy identification and organization of three of the most popular wire nut...
    July 11, 2025
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    The Milwaukee Tool Snapback Bump Cap, No. 48-73-1063, features a large foam liner for more side protection. The comfortable foam provides top protection from minor head injuries...
    July 11, 2025
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    The Lisle Corporation Emergency Long Reach Basic Tool Kit, No. 84200, features a 2-pc zinc plated long reach tool that reaches 54" when assembled and comes with white vinyl tips...
    July 11, 2025
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    The BendPak HD-9EWT Four-Post Lift features a wider footprint for safely accommodating wide-body pickup trucks, cars, vehicles with larger aftermarket parts and broader overall...
    July 10, 2025

    Service Repair

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    top 5 weekly
    These are the five most clicked-on articles that appeared on VehicleServicePros.com for the week of July 7-11, 2025.
    July 11, 2025
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    Five new tools added to Vehicle Service Pros.
    July 8, 2025
    The MD909PRO Can Access Freeze And Live Data
    In this video, Autel shares features of the MD909PRO.
    July 1, 2025
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    Five new products added to Vehicle Service Pros.
    July 1, 2025

    Industry News

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    Coxreels offers custom products
    For customers unable to find the reel they need, Coxreels now offers the ability to custom build any product to their exact specifications.
    July 11, 2025
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    Four free training opportunities are now available for shops using Pro-Cut's on-car brake lathes.
    July 10, 2025
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    The ProTac HP-X and HP-X USB offer 800 lm with a 648m beam.
    July 8, 2025
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    Bosch Auto Service North Houston is the second franchise in Texas.
    July 7, 2025

    Technical Service Bulletins

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    Remove the front wheel drive intermediate shaft housing (indicated by the number 1 illustration).
    This bulletin applies to 2016-2020 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. Customers may comment about a whining/whirring, whistling, squeaking or groaning/growling noise at low speed maneuvers...
    July 8, 2025
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    If rubbing is found, replace the front brake hoses. The right side hose is P/N ML3Z-2078-K. The left hose is ML3Z-2078-L. Inspect the front wheel speed sensors and replace them if they have failed.
    Some 2021 Ford F-150 trucks built on or before June 14, 2021, may exhibit a rubbing noise at the front of the vehicle while driving and/or DTC C0031 and/or C0034 in the anti-lock...
    July 8, 2025
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    The cause of the condition may be a reduction in the number of cylinders firing during deceleration, which can lead to structure-borne noise/vibration/harshness complaints.
    This bulletin applies to 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3L engine and 10L80 automatic transmission.
    July 8, 2025
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    Recharge the battery and reprogram the RGTM using the latest software level.
    Some 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles built on or before Nov. 14, 2018, and equipped with a power liftgate may exhibit a discharged battery, interior lights cycling on/off erratically...
    July 8, 2025

    Learning Resources

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    How did American Tire Distributors slash $2.1M in costs while boosting expedited orders by 26%? With OneRail’s 90-minute delivery, ATD also hit a 98% on-time rate. See how they...
    April 8, 2025
    2025 Aftermarket Profile
    Find out what tools and equipment are top-of-the-list for shop owners and technicians – and how much they're willing to spend.
    April 2, 2025
    2025 Vehicle Lift Guide
    Guide to the latest lifts for your shop, a deep dive into the latest lift trends, some guidance on lift safety, and more.
    March 28, 2025
    2024 Diagnostic Process
    A guide providing information on an array of diagnostic topics in the automotive industry.
    Dec. 13, 2024