Here are some outlandish—and not so outlandish—examples of mechanic and dealership TV commercials.
Commercials That Make Technicians and Dealers the Stars of the Show
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HOT OFF THE PRESS
Check Engine Light On?
Grab a generic OBD-II scan tool and take these first steps to turn it off and keep it off.
Which Parts of a Tire Are Safe to Patch? The Answer Has Changed (VIDEO)
Patching a punctured tire is a common job, but are you up to date on the latest guidance for safe plug locations?
CDK Global Outage: The Aftermath.
How one dealership stayed open through the uncertainty of a cyberattack.
SHOP STUFF
Auto care news and advice you can use.
Why Wheel Fastener Torque Matters More Than You Think (VIDEO)
If you’re still using torque sticks and impact power to install lug nuts and lug bolts, it’s time to reconsider.
Store stuff in your glove box? Thank automobile pioneer Dorothy Levitt (VIDEO)
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.
Inside Global (Generic) OBD-II
You don’t need an expensive scan tool to diagnose the cause of an illuminated check engine light.
Time-Saving Tip for Bleeding Stubborn Brakes (VIDEO)
Some brake jobs can turn into headaches when small air bubbles get trapped within the caliper itself. To resolve the problem, you could pump the brakes over and over, or you could try this handy suggestion to free the air bubble and move on with the brake bleed process.
Shop Profile: Hansville Repair
71 years of success started at the end of the road.
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SHOP STUFF
Auto care news and advice you can use.
CDK Global Outage: The Aftermath.
How one dealership stayed open through the uncertainty of a cyberattack.
Mastering the Numbers
A practical approach to auto repair shop management.
Don’t Overlook This Step When Servicing Brakes (VIDEO)
A brake service job isn’t complete unless the reservoir cap’s diaphragm has been pushed back into place. This simple step is easy to forget, but it helps to reduce brake fluid contamination and ensure proper system function.
Watch This Video On Dry Sump Oil Systems
Find out how they differ from wet sump oil systems.
Tariff Talk: A Look Backwards at The Chicken Tax
Lighten the mood at the next cocktail party you attend.
VIDEOS
Don’t Overlook This Step When Servicing Brakes (VIDEO)
A brake service job isn’t complete unless the reservoir cap’s diaphragm has been pushed back into place. This simple step is easy to forget, but it helps to reduce brake fluid contamination and ensure proper system function.
Watch This Video On Dry Sump Oil Systems
Find out how they differ from wet sump oil systems.
Tariff Talk: A Look Backwards at The Chicken Tax
Lighten the mood at the next cocktail party you attend.