The new Diagnostic Thermal Imager+ from Snap-on uses infrared technology to reveal heat caused by friction, electrical resistance, pressure changes and more to help professional technicians track down vehicle faults and find the fix faster, without having to hope or...
Keeping an eye on the weather is only part of the secret of this Airdrie shop’s success. By Lois Tuffin The winter season begins precisely on Sept. 15 for the crew at My Garage in Airdrie, Alberta. That’s the day the shop’s client advocates (service advisors) begin...
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the Dunlop brand to Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI). The sale includes trademarks and intangible assets necessary for operations of the brand business in Europe, North...
Snap-on announces Diagnostics National Trainer Jason Gabrenas will continue to host his weekly Tuesday Topic Training program in 2025. Gabrenas has a new lineup of industry training sessions on a variety of subjects that will be presented on a rotating basis....
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 4:00 p.m. ET entitled “What’s New at ASE.” In this webinar, Dave Johnson, president and CEO of ASE, will share his vision for ASE and its place in a rapidly...
Every year it is interesting to note the focus of attention for Canada's independent aftermarket service community and how it differs from the distribution segment. While moves and news of acquisitions, financial results, and divestitures dominated readers at...
We may be well into winter in Canada, but lessons can be learned from one Markham-area shop where it’s about planning ahead and focusing on efficiency over volume. By Lois Tuffin In mid-October, long before the first snowflakes fly, Emily Chung sends out text messages...
In rapid succession, Quebec's provincial government made two announcements that are destined to shape EV sales in the short and long term. Firstly, while Quebec had previously announced a ramping down of subsidies that would see them gradually reduced and then...
Hyundai Mobis announced that it has developed a new battery cell cooling material to prevent battery overheating during ultra-fast EV charging. This material, referred to as the 'Pulsating Heat Pipe,' is composed of aluminum alloy and refrigerant and is placed between...