December 2023

By utilizing Milwaukee Tool’s PACKOUT storage system, this shop owner was able to organize an entire wall of tools.

Q & A with Peter Grable, product manager at KNIPEX Tools.

The Matco Tools Maximus 5.0 diagnostic scan tool is ideal for master technicians. Engineered with advanced technology, the Maximus 5.0 is designed to deliver a combination of ...

Reviewed Pete Rudloff owner of Pete's Garage Inc. in Newark, Delaware.

Long before she became the controller at White’s Canyon Motors, a Ford dealership, Sidney Olson started out as an apprentice at White’s Queen City Motors, a Chevy dealership, ...

In this article, we’ll discuss using PIDs to quickly assess engine performance operation and how to effectively gather data during a road test.

The AIRCAT 1/4" Mini Angle Die Grinder, No. 6250, features a .3hp motor that produces 18,000 rpm free speed. Weighing just 1lb and measuring 5" in length, the 6250 provides added...

The GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA, repairs damaged threads without compromising the wheel stud's strength. The tool offers chipless repair, uses roll-forming technology...

The Lumileds Philips Pocket LED Lamp delivers a 300 lm white beam and has a battery life of 3 hours regularly or 10 hours in eco mode. The 180-degree pivoting base allows users...

The KNIPEX 9" Crimping Pliers for DT Contacts, No. 97 52 67 DT, are designed to crimp all turned male and female contacts for the DT, DTM, and DTP series (Deutsch series). The...

Hunter Engineering's Ultimate ADAS system is designed to eliminate error-prone manual layouts common to static ADAS calibrations. Ultimate ADAS combines Hunter's standard-setting...

The Rotary All-Vehicle (AV) Lift Arms are designed to allow for maximum reach and retraction to properly lift all vehicles within the rated lift capacity using OEM-recommended...

The EPPCO Grease Bully MDT Nitrile Gloves are chemical-resistant disposable gloves with a patented micro diamond grip textured surface that is designed to provide a better grip...

The Hofmann Armored Series 2400P Wheel Balancer is designed for high-volume shops. Developed using forged steel, the wheel balancer offers resilience, even in tough environments...

The Portacool Apex Series comprises six different models that cool areas from 500 to over 6,500 sq. ft., cooling with amplified air velocity across the entire line. The cooler...

The Ascot Supply 32-Bin Metal Storage Cabinet features a modular design for optimal organization, mounting holes located at the top and bottom, and hemmed bin fronts for retain...

The Snap-on 18V 3/8" Drive MonsterLithium Stubby Cordless Impact Wrench, No. CT9038, delivers 525 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 275 ft-lb of working torque in a compact size ...

The Platinum Tech 1/2" Drive Split Beam Torque Wrench, No. PLT-12250, offers a range from 40 to 250 ft-lbs, with 5 ft-lbs increments. It measures 24.2" in overall length and its...

The ADAS Manual from AESwave is written by Steve Zack, Kurt Shadbolt, and Scott Brown, and is designed to provide technicians and students with the knowledge and skills needed...

The Magid 21G ANSI A4 Work Glove is engineered for dexterity and comfort. The glove's 21-gauge ultra-thin specialty fiber blend shell allows for a bare-hand feel and its polyurethane...

The Schumacher Electric 6V/12V 250A Manual Timer-Controlled Battery Charger and Jump Starter, No. SC1667, is a manual charger that gives users complete control over the battery...

The HawkEye XL Alignment System from Hunter Engineering is designed for speed, durability, and ease of use for a wide range of commercial vehicles, including trucks, trailers,...

The Rotary R1085 Mobile 3D Alignment System is engineered with advanced 3D target imaging technology and equipped with tire-grabbing clamps, fixed cameras, and remote-controlled...

The Streamlight Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight features a push-button tail cap switch for momentary and constant operation and is powered by two AAA alkaline batteries. Using high...

The Hazet Torque Testers, Nos. 7901E, 7902E, and 7903E, are designed to offer a reliable control aid for torque wrenches. The 7901E has a fixed internal 1/2" square socket and...

The GripEdge Tools RPT Hex Bit Sockets are designed to prevent the rounding of good hex fasteners while being able to remove damaged ones. According to the company, the sockets...

The Coats Heavy Duty Tire Changer, No. CHD-6330, is now offered with a single-phase model option to meet industry trends and demands. It's designed for shops with moderate to ...

The Tool Aid 10-pc Wheel Stud Pin Hanger Set, No. 65180, is designed to thread into the wheel hub of many European vehicles, assisting in safe removal and installation. The set...

The 17mm Emergency Lug Nut Remover, No. 5905, from CTA Tools is designed to take on stripped, swollen, and missing key lug nuts with ease. The reverse tapered threads bite down...

The Strategic Tools & Equipment LOCKJAW Ratcheting Flare Nut Wrench is a patented, ratcheting open-ended flare nut wrench that works on metric and SAE nuts, including damaged ...

The TP150 TPMS Diagnostic Tool from Xtooltech USA integrates tire pressure programming, tire pressure diagnosis, and tire pressure matching. It supports activation of 315MHz to...

The Milwaukee Tool 13" Long Reach Pliers are available as a straight nose plier and as a 45-degree nose plier. Both pliers feature a deep-reach cross handle design which delivers...

The AB-224VP Stationary Piston Air Compressor from ABAC International is designed to deliver reliable compressed air and is well-suited for professional and industrial applications...

A Streamlined Approach to Diagnostic Dilemmas Manual from AESwave is a coil-bound 91-page full-color manual by Motor Age Training Instructor/Motor Age Technical Editor Brandon...

The Lumileds Philips Xperion 6000 Headlamp is a headband-mounted worklight that allows service professionals to shine LED illumination exactly on the task at hand. Powered by ...

The SureWerx MEGAComfort Safety and Occupational Insoles are ergonomically designed by a doctor, using a patented combination of high-density dual layer memory foam. These insoles...

The AFF 2 Ton Lightning Lift Super Duty Long Chassis Floor Jack, No. 202LCJ, features single piston, one-pump-to-load technology. The jack has a minimum height of 2.9” and a maximum...

The Cal-Van Tools Light Bulb Pliers, No. 47, are designed to fit most mini and small automotive bulbs. Due to the bulbs' fragile nature, the pliers are outfitted with rubber-coated...

The Snap-on 7" Talon Grip Long Nose Slip Joint Pliers, No. LN46ACF, provides ideal pulling power and accessibility in tight workspaces. The three-position slip joint pliers allow...

The OEMTOOLS 8-pc Torque Limiting Extension and Thin Wall Socket Set, No. 24228, can help prevent over-tightening of wheel lug nuts and prevent breakage or damage on studs and...

The Ranger TruSensor TS58R Universal TPMS Kit is designed to diagnose and program import and domestic tire pressure monitoring systems. Offering 98 percent global vehicle coverage...

The OTC Angled Wire Stripping Tool, No. 5950D, is a versatile handheld tool designed for stripping wires in tight spaces, up against bulkheads, and in other hard-to-reach areas...

The Solder-It 3-Position Adjustable Butane Torch, No. PRO-15, is a soldering iron, hot air blower, and butane torch all in one. It’s ideal for soldering, heat shrinking, and plastic...

The RapidFix Extreme Bond Molding Tape is an acrylic dual-sided tape system. The durable tape bonds to most surfaces and can withstand extreme temperature fluctuations and weathering...

The ATD Tools Exhaust Pipe Cutter Pliers, No. ATD-5721, are designed for both on- and off-car cutting. They are ideal for heavier walled exhaust pipes and have large diameter ...

The GEARWRENCH 90-Tooth 12 Point Reversible Ratcheting Wrenches are now available in a 16-pc Metric set and 14-pc SAE set. The wrenches require just 4 degrees of swing arc to ...

The Lisle Corporation Electrical Disconnect Pliers, No. 37960, are designed to easily remove locking push tab style electrical connectors found on mass air flow sensors, fuel ...

The WD-40 Specialist Degreaser and Cleaner EZ-Pods are ideal for greasy wheels, gears, floors, and surfaces, including concrete and stainless steel. Made from a concentrated, ...

The AGS EZ Fit Adjustable Tubing Straightener is designed to straighten tubing including NiCopp, copper, aluminum, stainless steel, and plastics up to 3/8” in diameter. It can...

The ATEQ TPMS Tools VT67 TPMS and Tire Management Diagnostic Tablet is Android-based and has a large screen, expansive memory, and a built-in camera, making it easy for users ...

The Martins Industries Impulse 1/2" Cordless Impact Wrench, No. MX-P1, features a maximum breakaway torque of 796.6 ft-lbs for a maximum speed of up to 2,400, 1,900, and 1,500...

The Bit Buddy from Ernst Manufacturing measures 8" in length and fits up to 30 bits. With rare-earth magnetics, the Bit Buddy holds strong whether on the side of a toolbox or ...

The ARES 8-pc 3/8" Drive Low Profile Fuel and Oil Filter Socket Set, No. 14001, includes sockets in 24mm, 27mm, 28mm, 29mm, 30mm, 32mm, 36mm, and 38mm sizes, providing users with...

The GEARWRENCH 120XP Locking Flex Head Ratchet is designed to access hard-to-reach fasteners. The locking flex head allows for nine locked and unlocked positions for adjustable...

The Cat Footwear Impact Waterproof Work Boot is designed for the modern-day worker. Made with ReVive Tech, the work boot is engineered to provide comfort and support with lightweight...

The Rotary Lift LT33A Air-Hydraulic Lift Table is designed to service batteries on hybrid and electric vehicles. The LT33A single section scissor lift design has a wide, stable...

The Ingersoll Rand 140EP Engraving Pen is easy to use and versatile, allowing technicians to mark tools or any other material with greater legibility and ease. The tool is lightweight...

The Thexton Extended Back Probe Spoons, No. 914X, are designed to access electrical circuits from the rear of the connector to prevent piercing wires and possibly damaging the...

The BendPak Mobi-EVS EV4000SL EV Battery and Powertrain Lift Table is a push-around full-rise scissor lift table that is ideal for EV service and battery pack replacement. The...

The Innova Electronics OBD-II Scan Tools and Dongles Software Update includes coverage and support for vehicles through model year 2022, added functionality, and enhanced RepairSolution...