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    Five new tools added to Vehicle Service Pros.
    July 15, 2025
    Stop Brake Pulsation: Tech Tips That Work
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    In this Motor Age Tech Tip Short, Erik Screeden, technical multimedia content director with Motor Age, teams up with AutoZone to tackle a common customer complaint: brake pedal...
    July 11, 2025
    EV Fluorescent Leak Detection from Tracerline: In-Depth Look
    In this video, Tracer Products demonstrates the EV Fluorescent Leak Detection from Tracerline. POE-BASED EV A/C DYE COMPLETE UV LEAK DETECTION KIT - EV A/C Dye engineered...
    July 10, 2025
    Techs Tips Short #2: The 'Wiggle Test'
    When intermittent symptoms surface, they typically occur due to circuit faults. Implementing the 'Wiggle" test can help, or it could hinder...that depends on if it's conducted...
    July 9, 2025

    Podcasts

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    AWDA's Ted Hughes talks about AI's transformative impact on distribution and what the ever-growing technology means for the aftermarket's future.
    June 26, 2025
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    Therapist Margaret Light discusses how your mental state can positively or negatively impact the quality of the business decisions you make.
    June 5, 2025
    BMA
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    Dave Bohr, director of category management at Bill Murray and Associates, talks about his unique approach to category management.
    March 20, 2025
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    Scott Tompkins, senior manager of product management at Epicor, talks about how the company created its parts catalog
    Feb. 20, 2025

    Parts Distributor

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    Federated Auto Parts has announced the recipients of its Federated Car Care scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year in a recent press release.
    July 11, 2025
    Auto Care Association
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    Annual industry awards recognize excellence and leadership in the aftermarket.
    July 10, 2025
    MEMA
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    The organization seeks a new president following Paul McCarthy's promotion.
    July 10, 2025
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    MEMA also commended an added production expensing provision intended to support the creation or expansion of manufacturing facilities in the United States.
    July 10, 2025

    Tool Distributor

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    You may be able to spot a shop's needs before your customers do, so long as you keep your eyes open.
    July 16, 2025
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    KTI ratchet bar
    The 2-pc set can offer up to 44" of reach.
    July 12, 2025
    Photos courtesy of Brian Wendl and Amanda Cunningham
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    Every Friday, we're going to celebrate one of the loyal tool truck pets out there. The first furry friend is none other than Truck Pup!
    July 11, 2025
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    AJ Bowlin's truck
    If a customer just bought a tool from you last week that's on sale in this month's flyer, go the extra mile.
    July 11, 2025

    Product Guide

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    The CTA Tools Magnetic Flex Tray, No. 5060, holds a wide range of components, including bolts, nuts, washers, spark plugs, oil filters, screwdrivers, pliers, ratchets, and more...
    July 15, 2025
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    8-pc Long Reach Pliers Set - Purple, No. SPLR8PA
    The Matco Tools 8-pc Long Reach Pliers Set - Purple, No. SPLR8PA, features plastisol-dipped handles for reduced hand fatigue and a comfortable, slip-resistant grip. Each plier...
    July 14, 2025
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    The ProTac 2.0 HP from Streamlight is a tactical flashlight that delivers 85,000 candela for downrange illumination. The light offers nearly five times the distance output of ...
    July 14, 2025
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    The M12 FUEL 3/8" Subcompact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring, No. 3049-20, from Milwaukee Tool weighs 1.6 lbs as a bare tool and measures 4.5" in length and 2" in width. This wrench...
    July 14, 2025

    Service Repair

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    Features three-stage telescoping front arms, double screw-up adaptors with truck height extensions, and more.
    July 15, 2025
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    These are the five most clicked-on articles that appeared on VehicleServicePros.com for the week of July 7-11, 2025.
    July 11, 2025
    M12 FUEL™ 1/4' & 3/8' Subcompact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring | 3048 & 3049
    In this video, Milwaukee Tool demonstrates the M12 FUEL 3/8" Subcompact Impact Wrench and M12 FUEL 1/4" Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring.
    July 8, 2025
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    Five new tools added to Vehicle Service Pros.
    July 8, 2025

    Industry News

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    Customers can receive discounted interest rates as low as 0 percent for 12 months.
    July 14, 2025
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    The tactical flashlight is rechargeable and designed for situations where exceptional brightness is needed.
    July 14, 2025
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    Coxreels offers custom products
    For customers unable to find the reel they need, Coxreels now offers the ability to custom build any product to their exact specifications.
    July 11, 2025
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    Four free training opportunities are now available for shops using Pro-Cut's on-car brake lathes.
    July 10, 2025

    Technical Service Bulletins

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    The upgraded propeller shaft now features a flange that prevents the buildup of water/debris.
    This bulletin applies to 2013-2022 Subaru Crosstrek and 2018-2022 Forester vehicles.
    July 15, 2025
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    View of the spindle drive.
    This bulletin applies to 2021 BMW 530i xDrive, M5, M8 7Series, 8 Series, 5 Series, X6 and X7 vehicles.
    July 15, 2025
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    A DIM message “Parking brake not fully released” or “Auto hold service required” may be present in combination with BCM DTC B111177, BCM DTC B111167 or SRS DTC U2C8692.
    This bulletin applies to 2019 Volvo XC90 T8 Momentum vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine.
    July 15, 2025
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    Example of Prius battery intake filter.
    This bulletin applies to select models of the Toyota Prius, Prius C, Prius V, Camry Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid, Avalon Hybrid, Mirari and RAV 4 Hybrid and Corolla Hybrid vehicles...
    July 15, 2025

    Learning Resources

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    How did American Tire Distributors slash $2.1M in costs while boosting expedited orders by 26%? With OneRail’s 90-minute delivery, ATD also hit a 98% on-time rate. See how they...
    April 8, 2025
    2025 Aftermarket Profile
    Find out what tools and equipment are top-of-the-list for shop owners and technicians – and how much they're willing to spend.
    April 2, 2025
    2025 Vehicle Lift Guide
    Guide to the latest lifts for your shop, a deep dive into the latest lift trends, some guidance on lift safety, and more.
    March 28, 2025
    2024 Diagnostic Process
    A guide providing information on an array of diagnostic topics in the automotive industry.
    Dec. 13, 2024