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Jeep Celebrates 75 Years Of 4×4 Fighting And Fun

There are several versions of how the Jeep got its name. Some say it came from a character in Popeye cartoons, others say it comes from the Ford GP model Jeep (“GP” sounds like “Jeep”) and some say it was originally a military slang word “Peep” that got transformed into Jeep. Whether or not you buy any of these stories, the Jeep has its own history and it officially turns 75 this year.

Delorean Oil Changes of the Future…

Too bad Doc Brown didn’t invent a better oil draining solution 30 years ago.

The Real World: Future Technology’s Impact on Future Technicians

More clean diesel engines, hydrogen-fueled electric vehicles and autos that “drive” themselves may be what’s in the service bays of the future.

Undercover: Getting Adjusted — Servicing Brake Self-Adjuster Systems on Classic Vehicles

While the combination of using front disc brakes with rear drum brakes on vehicles had its origins beginning in the 1970s, there are still quite a few of these old braking systems on the road that you might service, especially if you have customers who are classic car buffs. In this article, we’ll take a look at why this brake design was developed, and what to look for when servicing vehicle models from the 20th century.

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Futurauto – Engine Technology Techs Will See In The Bays

by Ed Sunkin
As you begin your career in the auto service industry, youll find that for the most part, the internal combustion engine (ICE) which has been around for more than 100 years hasnt changed much in theory. However, there have been many internal modifications to the ICEs design that has made it more fuel efficient in recent years, as the world tries to reduce its thirst for oil. To become a knowledgeable diagnostic technician, youll need to become familiar with these technologies and understand how to service them when a problem arises.