Directions: The Internet as a Shop Tool
Over the last few years, automotive aftermarket use of the Internet has continued to grow, making it a valuable business tool in automotive repair shops. Autologue CEO Jim Franco, who’s company provides automotive information system services, e-cataloging parts pricing and other electronic data services for the automotive distribution market, spoke recently in an “Executive Interview”
Diesel Dialog: Dr. Performance Diesel
Drag Truck Sets New Record The Dr. Performance Nitro Series Dodge Dakota drag truck set new Diesel Hot Rod Association (DHRA) Pro Diesel class records in July during the 2007 ATS Diesels on the Mountain/Truck Fest: 8.48 seconds at 164.23 mph. This elapsed time and top speed, set at Denver’s Bandimere Speedway, are both records.
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Ken Peavy, owner Peavy’s Garage Katy, TX www.peavys-garage.com Peavy’s Garage is a family-owned and operated shop, AAA approved since 1970. We also have Peavy’s Tire & Automotive in Houston. About five years ago, we discovered BG products and equipment, which increased our business by 30% and profits greatly. General service techs operate the equipment, which
Climate Equipment: Hey, It’s Cold in Here!
Wherever two or more shall gather… Somebody is bound to be too hot or too cold! It seems to be a fact of life, people can never agree about the temperature inside. This one says it’s too hot, while that one says it’s too cold. One thing we can all agree on is that we
Goodyear Gemini Hosts Women’s Car Care Clinics in October
To celebrate National Fall Car Care Month this month, Goodyear Gemini is hosting complimentary Women’s Car Care Clinics in major market locations throughout the U.S. Held in conjunction with the "Be Car Care Aware" educational campaign, the clinics are designed to better acquaint women with their vehicles’ maintenance needs.
Mitch Schneider: Message in a Bottle
It’s funny how things can come together. A number of seemingly unrelated events occur almost randomly, and then suddenly, almost as if drawn together by the hand of a cosmic tailor, these seemingly random events form a pattern and the pattern has a meaningful, almost profound significance. It’s magical: the right message delivered without warning at precisely the right moment.
JASPER Introduces 3-Year, 100,000-Mile Nationwide Parts and Labor Warranty
Jasper Engines and Transmissions has increased its nationwide warranty on gas engines, transmissions and differentials. Complete gas engines and Class I Performance complete engines for cars and trucks, automatic and standard transmissions for cars and trucks and Class I Performance transmissions for cars and trucks, transfer cases and differentials are now covered by a 3-year/100,000-mile nationwide parts and labor warranty.
Tech Tip: The Benefits of High Mileage Motor Oils
Today’s automobile owners keep their vehicles longer; in fact, approximately two-thirds of the vehicles on America’s roads have more than 75,000 miles on the odometer. Although high-mileage car owners are generally fonder of their cars and more likely to take special care of them, consumers may fail to recognize the importance of motor oil selection in helping their engines perform well after 75,000 miles.
The Impact of Lift Choice on the Bottom Line
A vehicle lift provides ergonomic, convenient access to all of a vehicle’s systems, enabling technicians to work as efficiently as possible for maximum productivity. Productivity is the key to shop profitability – the more jobs technicians complete in a timely manner, the higher the revenue.
Mitch’s World: Message in a Bottle
It’s funny how things can come together. A number of seemingly unrelated events occur randomly, and then suddenly, almost as if drawn together by the hand of a cosmic tailor, these seemingly random events form a pattern and the pattern has a meaningful, almost profound significance. It is magical: the right message delivered without warning