Vehicle Inspection Red Flags
Inspecting these 12 things will keep your customers safe and happy.
VIDEO: Suspension Safety Inspection
In this tech tip, you’ll learn exactly how important complete inspections are. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: A Suspension Inspection Lesson
There is no such thing as a casual suspension inspection. The safety of the driver depends on the condition of the tie rods, ball joints and other suspension components. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Vehicle Inspection Impact
Currently, 19 states have periodic safety vehicle inspections, 32 states have regular emissions inspections and only 12 states have no form of vehicle inspection.
VIDEO: Drive Axle Inspection, Diagnostics And Installation
CV and tripod joints hardly ever fail on their own. The failure of the joint or axle can be caused by a faulty mount, suspension or steering component. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
State Vehicle Inspection: Something Needs To Change
While everybody can agree vehicle inspections are good in theory, no one can agree on the execution of a state vehicle safety or emissions inspection program. It is always a compromise between who is picking up the tab and if it is an election year.
Hunter Engineering Announces Inspection Integration With Dealer-FX
Hunter Engineering has announced a new integration partnership with Dealer-FX and its ONE Platform service experience. A service dashboard that provides control over dealership workflow and creates a more consistent process, ONE Platform is now compatible with Hunter inspection equipment, including Quick Check Drive, Quick Check and Quick Tread® systems. Hunter’s autonomous inspection equipment is able to collect
ALPHA MUTT With ABS From IPA Integrates All Aspects Of Trailer Inspection
A technician now can control and test all lighting, ABS and air-brake circuits with the provided tablet while conducting a walk-around PMI or DOT inspection, according to IPA.
Ball Joint Inspection And Service
Ball joints have been on most vehicles for more than 70 years. They were replacements for kingpins, but they also became essential for independent suspensions. While the basics of the ball joint have remained the same, the materials have improved along with design refinements that enable the joint to last longer and carry greater loads. In the aftermarket, some manufacturers have focused on improving the OE designs and adding serviceability to the joint.
Hunter Engineering Releases Performance-Driven Tool For Inspection Equipment
Push Reports boost shop performance by automatically providing managers with actionable data from their Hunter inspection technology.
