Looking Forward: What Economic Indicators Are You Looking At?
There was a recent forum thread on the International Automotive Technicians Network (iATN.net) that asked when will the market shift? When will things start changing in a positive manner that will benefit shops?
Toyota Tech Feature: Diagnosing Today’s Complex Electronics Systems
Find out the latest innovations in scan tool technology, and what your scan tool should be doing for you.
Beck/Arnley Adds 273 New Import Nameplate Part Numbers in Third Quarter 2009
The additional part numbers bring total year-to-date releases to 1,458.
Wells Launches Free Web-based Diagnostic Guide Covering ABS Trouble Codes
New resource at www.wellsmfgcorp.com offers detailed, vehicle-specific information for every ABS code; guide to powertrain codes also expanded.
Mitchell 1 Names 2009 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Mark Kennedy was presented with a check for $2,500 courtesy of Mitchell 1.
ABS Diagnostic Equipment
Antilock brake systems run self-diagnostic tests when the vehicle is driven to check for faults. If a fault is detected, it will usually set a code and turn on the ABS warning light to alert the driver.
New Car Dealer Closings Is it a silver lining or a forecast for part supply problems?
There has been recent celebrations by some in the aftermarket over the closings of General Motors and Chrysler dealers. But, they really need to step back and realize the true implications of these closings to shops.
Many shops are starting to notice some of their new car dealer part sources answering their phones “(insert dealer’s name) used cars.” Even at dealerships not slated to close, inventories are not too deep and it is becoming difficult for them to find parts in “the system.” For small- to medium-sized towns that have lost or are losing dealers, it is big deal to shops. They have lost a vital parts source needed to keep their customers on the road and their shops profitable
Journeying into the Restoration Market
We’ve all heard the stories and urban legends about old classic cars being found in someone’s garage or estate. Typically, the story goes, the owner just passed away and his widow had no idea what was in the barn. Sounds too good to be true, but it happens. One such story that recently grabbed headlines earlier this year was that of an old doctor who died at the tender age of 92, leaving behind his beloved but forgotten 1937 Bugatti Type 57S hidden in his garage since he parked it there in the early 1960s.
Snap-on Honda-Specific Tools Up to Any Challenge
With Honda becoming one of the most popular vehicle makes in North America, Snap-on has developed 10 Honda-specific tools that will help service technicians take advantage of the service opportunities afforded by the ever-growing Honda vehicle population.
Ohio Technical College Automotive Program Earns NATEF, ASE Certification
Ohio Technical College has received certification for its automotive training program from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). To achieve ASE certification, OTC’s automotive training program was evaluated by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) to meet nationally accepted standards in instruction, facilities and equipment.