Ever wonder why virtually all cars and trucks have glove boxes? A visionary woman and her little book about driving changed in-vehicle storage over a hundred years ago.
These ubiquitous stickers have a longer history than most people may think.
What happens when chrome goes too far?
Glove testing is important; don’t skip it.
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Regenerative systems slow the vehicle electrically, but the reduced use of friction brakes creates new maintenance challenges.
Why a compressor clutch doesn’t engage, and tips to find the cause quickly.
Pete Meier explains how vehicle usage and oil/filter quality should affect your maintenance schedules.
You may be surprised at how diesels have made a name for themselves in motorsports.
Technician A is preparing to recover the refrigerant from a customer’s vehicle. What are the steps he should take when performing this service?
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
Don’t try to (needlessly) upsell me.
Pete Meier explains why these single-use bolts should always be replaced for safety and proper function.
Customer satisfaction surveys should be clear, concise, and targeted.
Technician A completed a compression test, noting high readings suggest an exhaust restriction, while Technician B says the test checks volumetric efficiency.
When a customer rolls into your shop and asks for a “tune-up,” what’s your first reaction?
Technicians debate using the min/max function of a digital voltmeter to test the battery and charging system on a customer’s vehicle to determine if the alternator has failed. Who is correct?
Is this the only car part named after an actress?
Learn why it’s not a bad idea to charge a little more for the hassle.
