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Drilled and Slotted Rotors

There’s real science behind the location of holes, slots and grooves in today’s brake rotors. Plus, they look great too.

Broken Springs

What is the cause for the failure? Why does it occur with specific vehicles?

Putting Yourself First For Safety

Policies and procedures are only as good as those following them.

Why Do Vehicles Go Out Of Alignment

If camber, caster or toe are out of specifications, there is usually a reason why.

Brake Pads – Customer Questions

Consumers have questions about brake pads. They ask us, so we figure we’ll share them so you can be prepared.

Electric Power Steering

Today’s EPS systems have been refined.

Subaru Eyesight Calibration

All ADAS calibration procedures should start with the same steps no matter the make or the tools used for calibration.

Spotting Brake System Failures

The main culprit of friction material separation is typically corrosion.

Why Is NHTSA Involved With RTR?

A closer look into NHTSA’s involvement with RTR.

For Better Customer Relations, Be A Better Listener

For a service advisor, asking questions and letting the customer explain can be a great diagnostic tool.

Locking Hubs and Axles

The leading cause of IWE failure is water finding its way into the vacuum lines under the hood and in the wheel well.

10 Tips For Servicing Hydroboost Brake Units

Hydroboost brake systems are self-bleeding if there is no other problem in the system.