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    Battery and Electrical

    The right place at the right time

    Brandon Steckler
    Dec. 11, 2023
    If you're not using loaded/dynamic circuit-testing, you may cause a misdiagnosis.
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    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Integrity is everything

    Brandon Steckler
    Dec. 6, 2023
    For automotive emissions control, it takes a team. In this case, the EVAP's contributions couldn't be counted on.
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    Information key
    Service Repair

    The repair information system – A mandatory tool for success

    Dec. 4, 2023
    You shouldn’t even consider fixing one of today’s cars without the proper repair information. It could lead to undesirable results.
    Jay Sicht
    Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
    Service Repair

    Paving the road for EV maintenance and general service

    Dave Macholz
    Oct. 4, 2023
    Safety, training, certification, and tooling will be required to prepare technicians and shops for the transition to electric vehicles and other advanced technologies.
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    Undercar

    The return of drum brakes: Could the auto industry see the resurgence of the historic braking system?

    Dr. Mark Phipps
    Sept. 28, 2023
    Yesterday's technology could play a role in the fight to reduce emissions.
    2023 Product Showcase Professional Distributor: Under Vehicle, Suspension, and Brakes
    Undercar

    2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Under Vehicle, Suspension, and Brakes

    Aug. 23, 2023
    Check out some of the under vehicle, suspension, and brakes featured in Professional Distributor's 2023 Product Showcase.
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    Industry News

    Mevotech adds 116 new chassis part numbers

    Mevotech
    Aug. 8, 2023
    The latest release includes a host of first-to-market components from Mevotech Supreme.
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    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Out-of-control fuel delivery

    Brandon Steckler
    July 7, 2023
    Analyzing scan data makes driveability less challenging.
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    Figure 1- ADAS systems feature automatic braking that rely on brake pads with a specific coefficient of friction represented by the letters “Mu” or “μ.” If aftermarket pads are installed with less or more Mu than that of OE, the ADAS system may not function as designed.
    ADAS/Calibration/Programming

    How brake pad friction affects ADAS

    Tracy Martin
    July 3, 2023
    Using the wrong type of replacement pads on an ADAS-equipped vehicle could have far-reaching consequences.
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    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Under-pressure diagnostics with a mobile tech

    June 14, 2023
    The job of a mobile diagnostic and programming technician requires making quick but accurate diagnostic decisions to be successful. Here are a few tips from within the trenches...
    Motor Age Training/TST suspension webinar
    Webinars

    Improve your suspension sales while improving your customer’s ride (A Motor Age Training/TST Seminars Training event)

    Motor Age Training
    Aug. 12, 2023
    Join us for this FREE training event, thanks to the support of and partnership with Duralast.
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    Industry News

    Catalytic converter theft bill signed by Minnesota governor

    March 23, 2023
    Governor Tim Walz signed a bill last week that will label catalytic converters to help reduce theft.
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    The Garage

    Predictive maintenance brings revenue opportunities

    John Burkhauser
    March 13, 2023
    Build a comprehensive ‘wear history’ to help customers understand what service they may require.
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    Underhood

    Do you 'speak automobile?’

    Roy Dennis Ripple
    March 6, 2023
    Helping your customer maintain his or her vehicle is a responsibility that goes beyond potential profit.