Torque Factor - Episode 3: Gangolf Feiter on future technology and secure vehicle interface

March 25, 2020
Gangolf Feiter, principal and electrical engineer in Germany working on the secure vehicle interface (SVI) with the International Standards Organization (ISO), the Auto Care Association, and other organizations, discusses the SVI and future technologies.

This episode of Torque Factor featured guest Gangolf Feiter discusses the secure vehicle interface, telematics, and the extended vehicle, as well as what this entails for service professionals in the future.

  • Recall: 19V-060 – Various Honda/Acura vehicles with fuel pump failures from 2015-2019 model year vehicles.
  • Case study: Diagnostic Network presents a case study and service caution on FCA vehicles and magnetoresistive camshaft trigger wheels.
  • Employment: Jay Goninen, president and founder at FindaWrench.com, talks about how they help technicians prepare resumes and find great careers, as well as how they help shops find great technicians.
  • Industry Update: PTEN and Diagnostic Network partner to launch the Disaster Support user group which is designed for members to coordinate with peers in response to disasters like the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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About the Author

Scott Brown | Founder - Diagnostic Network

Scott is an ASE Master Certified Automobile Technician with L1, L3, & L4 credentials and has over 39 years of professional service industry experience. As an independent shop owner in Southern California and with his engagement at various levels of within our industry, he continuously strives to move the industry forward through networking, education, communications, and training. Scott is a founder of the Diagnostic Network (https://diag.net/) which was born in 2018 after he retired after 22 years at iATN, where he served as company president.

Brown is also the host of Professional Tool and Equipment News (PTEN) and VehicleServicePros.com podcast, Torque Factor. The podcast addresses the latest automotive service technologies while focusing on expanding knowledge and awareness around tools, equipment, education, and industry trends.