A Clean Fuel Tank Improves A Fuel Pump’s Diet
Fuel pump replacement comebacks can be costly and can hurt your reputation. One of the leading causes of failure is the tank. If a vehicle gets 20 miles to the gallon, then more than 5,000 gallons of gas (from many stations) will go through the tank in 100,000 miles. And during this time, sediment, rust
U.S. Department of Energy Announces Plans
 for 38 New Advanced Transportation Technology Projects
Projects at various universities and research labs include new body material, welding, battery and engine lubricant technologies
Service Advisor: Mastering Paint Preparation for Maximum Profit
Paint preparation involves much more than simply matching the paint and assembling the gun. By the time the car goes into the spray booth, significant labor has already been dedicated to fixing the defect for a blemish-free surface.
Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition Gears Up For National Spotlight
High school automotive technology students converge on Michigan for 62nd annual National Finals, as well as $12 Million in scholarships.
Undercover: ABS Bleeding Procedures and Tips
Any time the hydraulic system is opened, air can be introduced into the lines and components. Your job is to eliminate that air.
NAPA AUTO PARTS Spotlights Key Brake-Related Warning Signs, Encourages Preventive Maintenance
In an effort to keep drivers protected and save them money, NAPA’s 2009 Technician of the Year, Jack Gregory, offers advice on what those warning signs mean and why you should pay attention to them.
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.
Student Blogs Provide Unique Insights
Butler Collision Repair Network blogger Jenni Engelbrecht’s rant for females in the industry tackles an important issue.
Tool Rules: Welding on the Spot
Due to the misconceptions and lack of knowledge regarding squeeze-type resistance spot welding and its equipment, we conducted a welding machine challenge — a test that would simulate working on a vehicle and help school instructors, shop owners and collision techs make better decisions when purchasing a machine.
Badge of Honor- Spotlighting Excellence
One of the most typical comments I get from automotive technicians and others in the industry is that the general public just doesnt appreciate the value we provide. To a large degree, thats very true, but it probably has more to do with the general lack of understanding of modern vehicle technology by that same