In this Toolbox Topics episode, we explore tire changer best practices and how proper technique can help technicians avoid wheel damage, reduce comebacks, and deliver consistent...
The Northwood University president talks about why the aftermarket needs this institution, how companies can support it, and what Wayne Gretzky can teach the industry about "skating...
Anuj Gupta, business line digital North America at ZF Aftermarket, shares ZF's approach to innovation—grounded in customer research, diverse perspectives, and the philosophy that...
Mike Chung, Auto Care Association's senior director, market intelligence, reveals what industry parts, supply, and service behavior are telling us about 2026.
With a background spanning major retail and consumer companies, Cynthia Jamison's addition to the Advance Auto Parts board aims to strengthen the company's foundation for sustainable...
Join the Auto Care Association's webinar on March 18, 2026, to explore recent legal rulings and tariff changes affecting the automotive aftermarket, including implications for...
The collaboration strengthens Motor Age Training's mission to support automotive professionals nationwide, providing validated study guides and practice tests that meet ASE's ...
On target — designed for today's technicians and automotive repair shops, the XTool Compass combines efficient diagnostics, intuitive operation, new age performance, and upgradable...
Do you have a technician on your route that seems resistant to buying new tools? These distributors just might have the advice you need to get these customers on your truck.
The 2-pc Flexible S-Hooks, No. 71000CV, from Cal-Van Tools are ideal for hanging brake calipers to prevent brake lines from being damaged. Made of pliable aluminum material that...
The 2-pc Stiff S-Hooks, No. 71100CV, from Cal-Van Tools are designed and ideal for hanging brake calipers to prevent brake lines from being damaged when replacing brake pads. ...
The Cal-Van Tools Telescopic Polished Stainless-Steel Mirror is designed with a polished stainless-steel mirror instead of a traditional glass mirror. Handle can be extended from...
The Inductor LIL-AL Attachment, No. U-611, from Induction Innovations is an accessory for use with the Inductor Pro-Max and Inductor Max. It delivers precise, targeted Invisible...
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. A bowden cable in these vehicles may have been incorrectly installed. This condition can prevent the vehicle...
VISION board member Travis Troy on the General Service Technician Academy, the evolution of VISION's technical programming, and why techs value the event.
This bulletin applies to 2024-2025 Chevy Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Silverado EV and 2025 Bright Drop 400 vehicles. Some customers may comment about a Service High Voltage Warning...
Some 2024 Ford F-Super Duty vehicles built on or before October 3, 2024 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a MIL on with DTC P20A5 stored in the PCM. This may ...
This bulletin applies to 2020-2025 Cadillac XT4, XT5 and XT6 vehicles equipped with an M3H or M3G automatic transmission. The vehicle may experience shuddering or shaking at low...
In certain Lincoln Nautilus vehicles built September 2, 2022 through July 8, 2024, the ABS module may stay awake and unintentionally keep other networked modules awake for an ...
Brake service accounts for a large portion of repairs in service facilities, as the system contains numerous components that can fail over time. New model vehicles are equipped...
Whether a customer has a power steering issue, comes in for a routine inspection, or notices their vehicle is out of alignment, they will need their steering and suspension system...
AGM batteries are now common in modern vehicles with start-stop systems, advanced electronics, and growing electrical loads. Getting battery service wrong can lead to misdiagnosis...
As cost pressures grow, the global automotive aftermarket looks for a competitive edge. Roland Berger's Automotive Aftermarket Pulse report reveals how price sensitivity, digitalization...