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Tech Tip: Secure Gateway Access (SGW)

Duane "Doc" Watson

June 26, 2025

Duane "Doc" Watson shares how to navigate SGW.

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Podcast: How AI is shaping the industry

June 26, 2025

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Photo Gallery: 2025 TEDA Vendor Advisory Meeting

June 24, 2025

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Up Close: TOPDON UltraDiag

June 24, 2025

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June 30, 2025

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R.H. Sheppard announces first diagnostics tool

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June 27, 2025

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AVTECC announces partnership with NACAT to support automotive educators

June 26, 2025

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Sonnhalter and Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity host 16th Annual Sonnhalter Tool Drive

June 26, 2025

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GPC's Randy Breaux reveals the NAPA way

June 18, 2025

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Top Tips: Maintaining Proper Ride Height

June 30, 2025

Mastering Diagnostics #25 - Customized PID List for Analytical Success

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Mastering Diagnostics #25 - Customized PID List for Analytical Success

Brandon Steckler

June 18, 2025

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Top Tips: Servicing Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) Batteries

June 16, 2025

Align First, Calibrate Next: The Modern Alignment & ADAS Process

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Align First, Calibrate Next: The Modern Alignment & ADAS Process

June 12, 2025

How Worn Ride Control Components Affect Vehicle Handling, Safety and System Calibration

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How Worn Ride Control Components Affect Vehicle Handling, Safety and System Calibration

June 5, 2025

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Top 5 VSP.com articles of the week: AGM batteries, jump starters, and finding analytical success

June 30, 2025

Shockit™ Open End Socket Combo Kits to remove stuck fittings, nuts, and bolts in tight spaces

Video: LTI Tools by Milton Shockit Open-End Socket Combo Sets

LTI Tools by Milton

June 26, 2025

Hands-on Car-O-Liner for Anchoring, Holding and Fixturing with EVO 1, 2, and 3

Video: Car-O-Liner EVO Anchoring and Holding Systems

Car-O-Liner Company

June 25, 2025

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Ask the Expert and Tech Tips

Tech Tip: Understanding ADAS

Duane "Doc" Watson

June 24, 2025

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Editorial: Promoting your pet-friendly shop

June 5, 2025

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June 1, 2025

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Editorial: The basics remain relevant for all in automotive repair

April 16, 2025

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Raise lift productivity through efficiency

March 8, 2025

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MEC summer webinar to showcase top AI marketing tools for 2025

Aftermarket Business World News Staff

June 26, 2025

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Nissens releases 868 new part numbers and introduces A/C hose assemblies

Aftermarket Business World News Staff

June 26, 2025

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ACPN announces 2025 Leadership 2.0 scholarship winner

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June 26, 2025

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Auto Care Association to host Colorado EPR compliance webinar

Aftermarket Business World News Staff

June 26, 2025

Training and Resources

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Scanner vs scope diagnostics

June 23, 2025

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Small improvements that make a big difference

June 16, 2025

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5 questions to ask if you're planning to move your business

June 12, 2025

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Remote Diagnostics & Calibration: What Every Shop Needs to Know to Stay Competitive

July 16, 2025

Diagnostics and Drivability

2025 Scan Tool Spec Guide

Diagnostics and Drivability

2025 Scan Tool Spec Guide

June 17, 2025

STAR connectors like this one are common on many vehicles as they serve as the hub for bus configurations like the one in this vehicle. From a diagnostic stand-point, they serve as a great place to eliminate circuits, one at a time, all in the same location. Much can be determined from the implementing this process in your diagnostic approach of many network faults.

Solved: Jeep Cherokee won't communicate

Brandon Steckler

June 11, 2025

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Diagnostics and Drivability

The electrified future of automotive maintenance

June 5, 2025

The cylinder head was removed, and the valve train was inspected. Cylinder No. 3 exhaust valve had excessive stem-to-guide clearance. This allowed the No. 3 exhaust valve to rock along the seat and created an intermittent sealing issue. The cylinder head requires reconditioning and/or replacement. These cylinder heads are a known issue so replacement is prudent.

Solved: A Jeep Cylinder Misfire

Brandon Steckler

May 29, 2025

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Podcast: How impact of mental health on your business decisions

June 5, 2025

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Podcast: The ins and outs of category management

March 20, 2025

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Podcast: Building a better, smarter parts catalog

Feb. 20, 2025

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Podcast: MEMA's Ben Brucato on Service, Sustainability, and Trump Administration Tariffs

Jan. 30, 2025