Late-Model Vehicles Place High Demands On Batteries
Long, cold winters are hard on car batteries, but long hot summers can be even harsher. Batteries in hot climates like Arizona, New Mexico and Florida typically need to be replaced a year or two sooner than those in states with more moderate climates. The reason is that heat causes the electrolyte inside the battery to evaporate, and once the level drops below the tops of the plates, the plates suffer permanent damage.
Addressing Extended Oil Changes on Modern Vehicles
Auto manufacturers, in general, are continuing to reduce vehicle maintenance requirements by extending oil change intervals. But extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing. On the upside, extended oil change intervals are conserving precious oil and reducing carbon emissions. On the downside, many vehicle owners are forgetting to check their engine’s oil level between
Truck Stop: Heavy-Duty Coolant Maintenance Tips
WIX Filters, a global manufacturer of filtration products celebrating its 75th anniversary, has developed the following coolant maintenance tips:
Under The Hood: Changing Maintenance — Addressing Extending Oil And Filter Replacement Intervals
Auto manufacturers, in general, are continuing to reduce vehicle maintenance requirements by extending oil change intervals. But extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing.
Servicing Hybrid & Electric Vehicles: Then and Now
With instructions and some common sense, these vehicles can be repaired just as safely as any others in your shop.
Northwood University Partners with Car Care Council’s Largest-Ever Vehicle Check-Up Event
The car care event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7 in conjunction with the 49th Annual Northwood University International Auto Show
NATEF Updates Program Standards for Automotive Programs With Focus on Maintenance
The new accreditation levels allow programs to more effectively use the limited number of hours available for instruction. Secondary programs will now be able to teach across all systems to help better prepare students to maintain today’s vehicles.
Unperformed Maintenance Drops by $5 Billion in 2008
Unperformed maintenance is the difference between actual aftermarket activity and the potential size of the aftermarket.
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.
Special Report: an Executive Interview with Neil Hogan, SKF Product Manager, Vehicle Service Market
Hogan is an ASE Certified Master Technician with 30 years in the automotive business.