From GDI to HVAC, VehicleServicePros.com covers a lot of topics in the automotive industry. This week's top articles on the site include photos from Cornwell Quality Tools' Mega Reunion, the latest episode of The Trainer, and a few pointers from the self-appointed "Doctor of Moving Metal."
5. The evolution from HVAC to thermal management in EVs
Craig Van Batenburg, DMM (Doctor of Moving Metal), gave himself that title for a reason -- working on vehicles, especially electric ones, involves an array of critical thinking and analysis skills as well as a willingness to learn. Here, he explains the journey from the invention of traditional heaters to how we manage temperatures in the latest electric vehicles. To get an excellent lesson from the doc, click here.
4. The Trainer #151: GDI Driveability, The Preliminary Approach
Motor Age technical editor Brandon Steckler breaks down his approach to discovering gasoline direct injection (GDI) driveability symptoms. While the techniques for investigating GDI system issues are somewhat similar to those used for conventional port fuel injection systems, they require a different level of attention and execution. Steckler sums up his process as "A.F.A.D." -- to find out what that means and how it applies to GDI systems, watch the full episode here.
3. Video: Top 10 products of July 2024
Here at VehicleServicePros.com, we're constantly adding to and updating our product guide. In this short and sweet video, we cover the top 10 most popular products in our guide for the month of July; see if any of these tools catch your eye as they did for other members of our audience by watching here.
2. Why this Ford F-150 won't start
A 2013 Ford F150 was driving fine off-road and crossing a creek before it suddenly stalled and wouldn't restart. Upon inspection, it was discovered that none of the ignition coils or fuel injectors were firing as the vehicle cranked. Brandon Steckler and Clay Cowell of CMC Diesel in Montana worked through the puzzling situation in the latest edition of The Data Doesn't Lie. Click here to read through the processes and questions that popped up in the search for a solution.
1. Photo Gallery: Cornwell Mega Reunion 2024
August kicked off with some action for everyone in attendance at Cornwell Quality Tools' first-ever Mega Reunion. Many companies presented their latest products at the event, ranging from the Bead Bazooka to the newest scan tools. Check out some of the highlights by flipping through our photo gallery here.
