Nissan: Driveability Issues
Earning Loyal Customers Through Accurate and Efficient Diagnostics This article will take a look at some of the common problems that cause check engine lights to illuminate and/or driveability problems on the popular Nissan line of vehicles. With many states adopting statewide OBD II emission inspections, the days of ignoring the light are over. We’ll
CV Joints & Halfshafts
Rear-wheel drive has made a comeback on many large luxury import nameplates, but more than 80% of all cars on the road today are front-wheel drive. Most small- and mid-size cars are FWD, and all import minivans have FWD. What’s more, most of the full-size and crossover 4WD SUVs have halfshafts with CV joints front
A/C Update: Bad A/C Blowers & Fuses
On most vehicles, the blower motor typically operates at one of several speeds ranging from low to high in several steps
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Mighty Auto Parts Named One of Wall Street Journal’s Top 25 Franchises Atlanta — Mighty Distributing System of America has been selected as one of the Wall Street Journal’s top 25 franchises. The parts distributor was selected from the nation’s more than 2,500 franchise brands. In the article titled, “The 25 Franchises that Made the
NASCAR Performance and the Car Care Council Launch Campaign to Address Rising Fuel Costs
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) and its NASCAR Performance Automotive Licensing Program are joining forces with the Car Care Council to launch the "Be an Angel, Maintain Your Car and Save Some Gas" consumer education campaign.
Robinair Offers Tips on Maintaining Your Recovery, Recycle and Recharging Equipment
Recovery, recycle and recharge machines are designed to provide years of reliable service. However, it’s an electro-mechanical device and, as such, does require routine maintenance. Following are a few tips to keep your machine running at peak performance.
Mighty Repair Hotline Offers Technical Assistance for Technicians
Fast and accurate technical assistance is key to successfully running your automotive business. This is where the Mighty Repair Hotline comes in – each and every call is answered by a master technician who specializes in only your make of vehicle.
Advance Auto Parts and iTunes Partner Up with Free DIY Downloads
The popularity and pull of the iPod has made its way into automotive repair. Advance Auto Parts is now offering free downloads of its video clinics showing instructional car repair information through Apple’s video iPod technology.
Management: Optimistic Industry Trends Can Mean Full Bays
As the editor of an automotive aftermarket business-to-business magazine, I get forests of news items, press releases and industry trend reports each month. Looking over some recent releases, I’ve found that there seems to be quite a bit of optimism for our industry and your businesses.
Consumer and Technician Education to Drive Cabin Air Filters Market
The North American Cabin Air Filters (CAF) aftermarket is likely to witness consistent growth due to improving sales of vehicles fitted with CAFs and an increasing number of vehicle owners realizing the importance of CAFs in enhancing air quality.