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The unique culture of slab cars.

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Service writers vs. technicians (VIDEO)

Examining the differences (and similarities) between these key roles in the automotive service industry.

EPA emergency action allows nationwide summer sales of E15 gasoline

Get ready for an increase in fuel system corrosion repairs on older vehicles and small engines.

What are the first mods repair professionals make to a vehicle? (VIDEO)

Car mods to do first: auto technicians’ favorites!

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The first step I now take in vehicle diagnostics

I’m a slow learner. Don’t be like me.

Mechanics React: More horrors hidden behind “customer states” (VIDEO)

Wait, the horn blows every time you come off the brake? Nick and Lemmy observe this weird scenario and others from the internet.

Tool review: Milwaukee M18 Tire Inflator

This tool is like black licorice: you’re probably either going to love it or have no use for it whatsoever.

PSA: Your customers are probably parking incorrectly

The e-brake serves TWO important functions.

Mechanics React: There are a few missing symptoms on these ROs (VIDEO)

Nick and Lem take a peek at what’s rolled into bays around the country and give their (unrequested) opinions on things.

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Watch how magnetizer/demagnetizer tools work in this excellent video

Demagnetizers demystified.

Gas vs. diesel (VIDEO)

Which fuel is right for your truck, gas or diesel?

Pre-purchase inspections: The easiest way to put additional money in your till?

Checking out vehicles for sale is a revenue builder that boosts customer confidence

Rats increasingly causing more car repairs, says New York Times

Causes include more New Yorkers buying cars, pandemic habit changes, and maybe soy-based wiring?

Is that catalytic converter actually bad? (VIDEO)

Diagnosing a catalytic converter isn’t always the most straightforward process. Here are some tips from Nick and Lemmy at Dorman on what to watch out for.