Under the Hood: COP Patrol – Tracking Down Coil-on-Plug Misfires
Modern engine management technology trends have been leaning toward more coil-on-plug (COP) ignition systems because they are very compact and adaptable to individual cylinder tuning.
Cleaner Cars and Strong Climate Policy Can Drive Economic Recovery and Create 150,000 American Jobs
Groundbreaking New Report Links Benefits of Vehicle Efficiency and Comprehensive Clean Energy and Climate Legislation
Ford Enhanced EVAP Tip Clip
In this excerpt from Mark DeKoster’s new thoroughly detailed breakdown of today’s Ford Enhanced EVAP Systems, learn the difference between the current emission standards, and what your shop needs to do to comply, along with analysis of stubborn EVAP codes, how they are set, and how to diagnose.
Unperformed Maintenance Drops by $5 Billion in 2008
Unperformed maintenance is the difference between actual aftermarket activity and the potential size of the aftermarket.
NA3SA Assessment Widely Accepted
The NA3SA is a series of tests designed to measure students’ knowledge of course content and learning outcomes within an automotive training program.
Undercover: Sensing Dangers: Safety System Diagnostics
How Wheel Speed Sensors Play a Vital Role in Safety System Activation.
25 Aftermarket Professionals Complete ‘Amazing Experience,’ Graduate from 2008-09 Leadership 2.0 Program
Leadership 2.0 is the aftermarket industry’s cornerstone executive development program for manufacturer, distributor, retail, association, program group and service dealer professionals.
Polk Study Shows Current Economic Climate Drives Changes in Auto Ownership and Purchase Plans
Seventy percent of consumers likely to consider used vs. new for next vehicle purchase, and 72% say they would consider a domestic brand as their next vehicle purchase.
Tool Rules: Sniffing Out Engine Problems
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Many technicians think an emissions analyzer is only useful for troubleshooting emission faults or for verifying a vehicle is in emissions compliance (not polluting). Truth is, an emissions analyzer is a great tool for diagnosing a wide variety of engine performance problems, even coolant leaks due to a blown head gasket.
Report Reveals That 80% of Vehicles Need Service and Parts
An analysis of vehicle inspection forms, submitted from event coordinators in several states, shows that 80% of the vehicles checked during National Car Care Month in April and Fall Car Care Month in October needed parts replacement, service or fluids