Continental has introduced a new packaging design for its next generation of REDI-Sensor Multi-Application TPMS Sensors. 

The new Hofmann 15K Four-Post Open Front Alignment Lift “is designed for the modern era of automotive service with a refined structure made for professional-grade lifting,” according to Hofmann officials.

OTC, a Bosch Automotive Service Solutions brand, has released a new 1,000-pound-capacity high lift transmission jack that can securely position a load to remove or install transmissions.

BendPak Inc. is debuting two products to help dealers prepare for the continued growth in the number of electric vehicles in the marketplace.

K-Tool International announced that it expanded its line of lighting products for professional work applications.

Magid announced its new coreless, impact-resistant gloves that it says provide protection while keeping the wearer cool and comfortable.

Autel Intelligent Technology Corp. Ltd. announced that its MaxiTPMS ITS600 tablet offers Department of Transportation (DOT) tire registration via an integrated CIMS E-Tire registration feature.

BendPak announced that it has updated almost all of its QuickJack portable car lift lineup to offer customers greater lifting height and versatility. 

General Motors (GM) said it will install up to 40,000 electric vehicle chargers across North America as part of a plan to put nearly $750 million into charging infrastructure that will help attract drivers to its electrified models.

A variety of noise and vibration levels exist in the normal operation of any vehicle. When noises and/or vibrations are perceived by the customer, the vehicle ends up in your shop, and it’s up to you to determine the cause and repair. 

Worx expands its line of outdoor, high-performance electric pressure washers with the addition of a new mobile 2000 psi model. 

AirSept now offers its Dual Recycle Guard equipped with efficient and easy-to-use quick connect hose fittings that will connect to any commercial A/C refrigerant recovery equipment.

E3 Spark Plugs announces a new line of lithium phosphate powersports batteries.

BendPak Inc. has overhauled and expanded the Dannmar brand of professional car lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers and accessories.

EuroVent Vehicle Exhaust Extraction announced the addition of its new 4”- 6” Fixed Motorized Hose Reel System to its product line.

Autel US has released Total Care Program subscription cards for its latest tablets in the advanced diagnostics line.

Shock absorber and strut service is certainly nothing new to your shop. However, for newly-hired technicians who may still be learning the ropes, this article is intended to help provide basic service tips regarding these essential elements of vehicle ride control.

When it comes to customers and their vehicles, the few things that seem to matter most to them is that the entertainment system is working correctly and their HVAC system is doing its job. Customers rely on their creature comfort amenities to get them from one place to the other. It seems that most customers don’t mind spending the money on these items as they feel they are getting more for their money as opposed to say repairing that leaking water pump or an axle boot that has a split in it. If the radio or the air conditioning stops working for whatever reason they notice it immediately as they will feel “inconvenienced.”