Federated Auto Parts To Distribute VDO REDI-Sensor Multi-Application TPMS Sensors
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has been selected by Federated Auto Parts as a new distributor for its VDO REDI-Sensor Multi-Application TPMS Sensors. VDO REDI-Sensor TPMS Sensors will be offered as part of the Federated Co-Man program, which is distributed out of the Federated Co-Man Warehouse in Staunton, Va. The Federated Co-Man program was founded in 1999, and is jointly owned by Federated members.
Anglo American Tools Partners With German Manufacturers Kukko And Hazet
Kukko, a manufacturer of pulling tools in Germany, offers a wide range of versatile products, which are specialized to facilitate the non-destructive dismounting of gears, bearings, ball bearings and similar components.
Innovations In Automotive Specialty Tools
There is a theory called the Butterfly Effect. This theory in part states that an action or condition in one place, however insignificant, can greatly change the outcome or conditions in another place. This theory, however fantastic, does remind me of the fact that the tool business is very much like this.
Matco Tools Launches Campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness
The Matco Tools family is full of strong women – distributors, technicians, employees and wives, many of whom are battling or have survived breast cancer. In honor of these women, Matco Tools is launching its Tools for the Cause campaign to raise money and support for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Starting in the month of October, the company will raise money and promote awareness through breast cancer focused initiatives.
Bosch ‘ESIAccess’ Program Changes Way Shops Obtain Advanced Diagnostic Scan Tools
Bosch has introduced “ESIAccess” (pronounced “Easy Access”), a revolutionary scan tool subscription program that allows shops to obtain advanced diagnostics equipment, software and the latest vehicle coverage with no equipment purchase and just a modest monthly fee, the company says. Available exclusively through NAPA stores, the program caters to shop owners looking for a time-saving, economical solution to diagnosing today’s complex vehicles.
Top 5 Tools: Paul Standafer, BP Auto Service
Paul Standafer, technician/owner at BP Auto Service in Louisville, KY, says his Top 5 Favorite automotive tools are: Ingersoll Rand 1/4 and 3/8 Air Ratchets and Impacts Snap-on Multimeter Snap-on MODIS Mitchell 1 Repair Information Power Probe III WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 5 TOOLS? Send in your list of your five favorite tools
Top 5 Tools: Justin Mayfield, JT Automotive Repair
Justin Mayfield, owner of JT Automotive Repair in Amity, OR, says his Top 5 automotive tools are: Blue Point 4 oz. Hammer — Making gaskets. GearWrench Flexhead Ratchet Wrenches — Get in tight spots. Snap-on Crimping Tool — Cut and crimp wires. Husky Mini Tool with Bits — Removing temp control actuators. Master Micro
Tech Tip: Audi Has MIL On with Multiple Low Fuel Pressure DTCs
Due to fuel intrusion into the low-pressure system fuel pressure sensor (G410), a false signal may be sent to the controller, resulting in a reading that is out of tolerance.
Tech Tip: Liquid Tools Tip
Each side of the engine block has four main bearing cap side bolts that hold the bearing caps to the side of the engine block. The bolt threads, however, aren’t sealed at the factory, so sometimes engine oil can seep past the threads and the bolt washer, causing a leak on either side of the block. Fortunately, it’s an easy fix, so there is no need to replace the short block.
Staying Ahead of the Curve with New Brake Service Equipment & Tools
There’s an old joke that goes something like this: The beautiful young girl asks the daring race car driver, “Isn’t it terribly dangerous racing around the track at such high speeds?” The race car driver doesn’t hesitate when he responds: “It’s not going fast that you have to worry about; it’s the sudden stop that will kill you!”