PTEN magazine has announced the winners of the 2020 Innovation Awards. This year, the publication received a total of 145 product nominations. Top products in 27 categories have been recognized.
Evaluated by a panel of judges consisting of technicians and shop owners, the PTEN Innovation Awards recognize the most innovative products introduced in the last year to the automotive aftermarket. These tools, introduced or significantly updated within the last year, are evaluated based on their ability to make vehicle diagnosis and repair easier and more efficient as well as make shops more productive.
Nominees were featured in the May and June 2020 issues of Professional Distributor and PTEN magazines. Winners can also be found in the August issues of Professional Distributor and PTEN.
Air Conditioning Service: Robinair - Connected R-134a ACS Machine, No. 34998
Air Tools: SP Air Corporation - Low Profile Hex Bit Driver, No. SP-7250H
Automotive Scan Tools: Autel - MaxiIM IM608 Key Programming Diagnostic Tool
Battery Service: Associated Equipment - Intellamatic Smart Battery Charger and Analyzer, No. IBC6008MSK
Body Shop: Snap-on Tools - 2-pc Instinct Non-Marring Trim Pad Tool Set, No. ASGP102BG
Brake Service: Mueller-Kueps - Brake Line Straightener, No. 462 040
Chemicals, Oil, and Lube: WD-40 - Specialist Penetrant with Flexible Straw
Creepers and Seats: Snap-on Tools - Heavy-Duty Top Side Work Platform, No. JCWTSC
Diagnostics and ADAS: Autel - MaxiSYS ADAS MA600
Electrical Testing Tools: Automotive Test Solutions - eTRAINER Jr.
Engine Service and Repair: Proflex+ - Pro S-600T TURBO Smoke Monster
Hand Tools: Lisle Corporation - Long Reach Hose Clamp Pliers, Nos. 17000 and 17370
Heavy Duty Scan Tools: TEXA USA - eTRUCK OFF-HIGHWAY
Inspection Tools, Lab Scopes: FLIR - Thermal Camera, No. TG275
Leak Detection: Robinair - Tracer Gas Leak Detector Service Kit, No. LD9-TGKIT
Lifts, Jacks, and Stands: ARI-Hetra - Military Floor Jack, No. WS-1945
Lighting: Snap-on Tools - Wireless Charging Lighting System, No. ECFLPRA350
Power Tools: Milwaukee Tool - M12 FUEL Installation Drill/Driver
Repair Information: Mitchell 1 - ProDemand Interactive Wiring Diagrams
Safety and Personal Gear: Mayhew Tools - Rechargeable LED Multi Tool, No. 17945
Shop Equipment: Innovative Products of America - Alpha MUTT with ABS, No. 5700A
Shop Software: BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY - Text To Pay
Specialty Tools: Lisle Corporation - Button Connector Pliers, No. 35070
Tire, Wheel Service: Ascot Supply - Professional Stud and Hub Brush Kit
Toolboxes and Carts: Mechanic's Time Savers - 42" Massive Tool Service Cart
Tool Organizers: Toolbox Widget - Screwdriver Organizer
Welding: Snap-on Tools - Dual Machine Welding Cart with Storage for Two Gas Cylinders, No. MIGCARTDLA
The PTEN and VehicleServicePros.com staff will be holding a virtual awards ceremony this November. Look for more details on the 2020 PTEN Innovation Awards and the AAPEX Show this fall.
