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Dryer, more temperate climates often don’t call for all-wheel drive on vehicles

If You’re in Auto Technician Training, Learn When All-Wheel Drive is Needed

Many buyers look for power in their vehicles, in its various incarnations. From suspension settings to horsepower to 0-60 times, car fans love to hear how much of a punch a vehicle can pack. All-wheel

14 November 2019

[Infographic] A Guide to Different Engine Types

A car can have the nicest chrome exhaust tip and the plushest seats, but it’s the engine that truly makes a car a car. While most automobiles today use internal combustion engines, the way an intern

13 November 2019

A car with wheels in proper alignment is easier to steer

4 Signs a Car Needs a Wheel Alignment That Auto Mechanics Should Notice

Wheel alignment, or suspension angles, are optimized and set by car manufacturers. Over time, the wheels and steering components can go out of alignment. They will do so more quickly if a driver goes

8 November 2019

Winter and All-Weather Tires: What an Automotive Service Technician Needs to Know

If you were to judge solely based on their names, you would think that all-weather tires functioned just as well as winter tires in snowy conditions. However, this is not the case and their performanc

7 November 2019

Clients should be reminded to get their tires’ balance and alignment checked annually

Alignment vs. Tire Balancing: How Auto Technicians Know Which One is Necessary

Drivers often get confused about the differences between wheel alignment and balancing, and many wrongly assume that the two are the same. The truth is that wheel alignment and balancing are two very

6 November 2019

Experts use wheel-balancing devices as part of their equipment

A Look at Mobile Tire Installation for Car Repair Experts

It’s the kind of tire installation service that’ll save car owners a trip to the shop. Mobile tire installation is where auto experts come to clients to install brand new tires on their vehicles,

5 November 2019

Road force balancing can determine the force that can be thrown off by a tire while in motion

Road Force Balancing Explained for Auto Mechanics

Traditional tire balancing is important for eliminating vibrations caused by imbalances in a vehicle’s tires and wheels. However, traditional balancing has its limits. For example, it cannot measure

31 October 2019

Transmission fluid will help prevent overheating

The Main Functions of Transmission Fluid for Auto Technology School Grads

After the engine, the transmission is the most expensive part of a vehicle to replace. The same way motor oil keeps an engine running, transmission fluid is essential to transmission function. The tra

30 October 2019

The Importance of Car Batteries

There’s nothing worse than getting into your car, turning your keys in the ignition, and not hearing anything happening. Maybe you left your lights on, maybe you left the door ajar, but somethin

18 December 2013

Methods for Stripping Auto Paint

While Do-it-Yourself automotive painting is possible, if it’s your primary means of transportation it is best done by a professional who understands the precautions and processes. When you’re

4 December 2013

Problems Cars can Diagnose on their Own

Today’s cars are more wired and connected than your average household. With a massive computer and tons of sensors, your car has the ability to monitor and be aware of the majority of things going o

29 November 2013

Preview of the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show

Think Tokyo and most will think cutting edge. The upcoming 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, taking place from November 22nd to December 1st, will be no different. Car manufacturers will unveil a variety of ve

1 November 2013

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