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For several years PTEN (Professional Tool & Equipment News) magazine has recognized the top companies in the automotive service industry with the Innovation Award and the People’s Choice Award. The … Continue Reading Carlyle Tools Wins PTEN 2022 Innovation & People’s Choice Awards
Most drivers don’t realize that electric vehicle charging plugs are not always the same. When you think of plugging something in people usually picture a common 110v home outlet which … Continue Reading EV Charging Plug Types: Electric Vehicle Charging Decoded
Regular filter changes are key to a long vehicle service life. Clean air isn’t just for passengers breathing inside the car, but the engine itself needs to breathe clean air … Continue Reading When To Change Your 5 Car Filters
2022 has been tough for car buying, both in the new and used markets. Pent up demand from pandemic lockdowns clashed head-on with a shortage in new vehicles being built. … Continue Reading Car Buying In A Tough Market
Roadside emergencies are always a surprise, but a little planning and preparation can make it easier to handle. Every driver can benefit from a vehicle emergency kit. While a vehicle … Continue Reading Putting Together Your Own Custom Vehicle Emergency Kit
Automotive electrical problems are never fun to diagnose. But getting down to the fundamentals can be a good place to start. Finding out if a circuit is even receiving power … Continue Reading How to Use a Circuit Tester
A decade ago electric vehicles were a rarity on the road. Back then your choice was pretty much deciding what color Nissan LEAF you wanted. Fast forward to today and … Continue Reading What Is An EV Credit And How To Take Advantage Of It?
It is hard to believe that automobile headlights started out as little more than lanterns hung from the front of early motor cars. Some headlights even had to be lit … Continue Reading Modern Headlight Technology: Looking At 2022 And Beyond
The words “blown head gasket” strike fear into the heart of almost any vehicle owner. While not as horrifying as “blown engine”, a blown head gasket typically means a very … Continue Reading How To Fix A Blown Head Gasket
The unthinkable has happened. You came back from your parking spot at the grocery store only to find your cherished ride is now sporting a paint scratch. Or maybe a … Continue Reading How To Use Touch-Up Paint