Add Pre-Trip Auto Care To Customers’ Summer Road Trip Plans
Is your car road trip ready?
Technology Corner: Artificial Intelligence
What is Artificial Intelligence? Simply put, it is the development of computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition and decision-making.
A/C Oil Update
HVAC systems often fail because the air conditioning compressor fails. Not following the proper service procedures or compressor oil recommendations could be factors that contribute to premature compressor failure.
HFO-1234yf: What’s Required
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you might have heard about the new regulations and requirements for R-1234yf usage. Not sure? Well, it’s time you crawled out from under that rock and get ready for some of these new regulations that will affect you and your profession.
Standard Motor Products Announces 2018 Standard Pro Training On-Demand Schedule
Standard Motor Products Inc. (SMP) has announced the schedule for its 2018 Standard Pro Training On-Demand classes. The company’s 2018 lineup includes the following classes: January – Relay Testing and Diagnosis Fundamentals February – Scan Data Diagnostics Fundamentals March – HVAC r1234yf Update April – Electronic Transmission Fundamentals May – Chevy Colorado Diesel Overview June
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Launches Free ‘Garage Forum’ Online Community For Professional Technicians And Shop Owners
Automotive service professionals now have a free new online community where they can share technical tips, and ask for and offer advice on difficult diagnostic and repair challenges: the “Garage Forum” from Federal-Mogul Motorparts. Available at FMGarageForum.com, Garage Forum is designed to serve as a comprehensive online meeting place where automotive professionals can exchange ideas,
Hybrids And Electrics: The Future Of Your Shop
Vehicles are having a very noisy rebirth. The type of work you are going to be seeing is changing as the vehicle mix begins to evolve toward more electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as cars with small, turbocharged engines.
R1234yf: Smaller Footprint, New Diagnostics
The benefit of R1234yf is simple. The new refrigerant lasts only 11 days in the atmosphere compared to 13 years for R134a. This is why the EPA is requiring R1234yf to be installed in all new systems by 2021.
Artificial Intelligence And Communication At CES 2017
The single biggest disruptor in our world right now is the evolution of cars. Specifically, technological advancements in the areas of communication and computing offer some of the biggest opportunities our industry has ever seen.
Dorman University Introduces New Service Dealer Guide Training Opportunity
Highlights from Dorman’s OE FIX program, aimed at re-engineered solutions to known OE failures, also are included in this new training installment.