June 2024

Reviewed by Jaime Lazarus, retired technician from Ocala, Florida.

Reviewed by Brin Kline, president-technician at Assured Auto Works in Melbourne, Florida.

Q&A with Mike Brecht, product manager for Hunter Engineering.

Which type of scan tool do your customers prefer?

Understanding your tools and equipment for electrical circuit testing is crucial to performing competent diagnostics.

The Bi-Directional Pneumatic Air Hammer/Puller, No. LT955AH, from Milton Industries, offers up to 3,000 blows per minute. A vibration dampener reduces user discomfort and fatigue...

The Matco Tools 4-pc Mini Hook and Pick Set, No. HP4TTC, features Top Torque II handles that are constructed from three different materials to ensure maximum grip and a comfortable...

The BMW Transfer Case Bushing R&I Kit, No. 8816, from CTA Tools is intended for use in removing and installing transfer case mount bushings on BMW vehicles. The kit is designed...

Jim Gustke, VP of marketing at Ooma, explains the opportunities VoIP can offer business owners.

The study examines how diagnostic solutions can address common shop issues.

The TA511 PicoBNC+ 1400V Differential Probe Kit from Pico Technology offers all of the PicoBNC+ benefits to high-voltage measurements, including probe recognition and elimination...

The 20-Ton Air/Hydraulic Service Jack, No. HDJ20, from OTC is capable of lifting large vehicles such as school buses, garbage trucks, bucket trucks, and other commercial vehicles...

The STAHLWILLE FastRatch Set, No. 96411005, is a set of five ratchet spanners made from tempered stainless steel. Thanks to patented "opening ring" technology, the tools can operate...

The i50HD Heavy Duty Diagnostic and Diesel Engine Scanner from Foxwell is compatible with Android 9.0 operating systems for global markets and features wireless connection and...

Each year PTEN celebrates new and innovative products for shops and technicians with its Innovation Awards. The Autel IA900AST Wheel Alignment and All Systems ADAS Machine is ...

The 3-pc 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" Drive 120XP Full Polish Teardrop Ratchet Set, No. 81206XP, from GEARWRENCH is equipped with two double-stacked 60-tooth pawls. Each ratchet offers...

The 3-pc Strikable Prying Screwdriver Sets, Nos. SDPD3R, SDPD3G, and SDPD3O, from Mac Tools are designed for use on brake calipers, wheel caps, drive shafts, and drum brakes for...

The Ascot Supply Metric Long Combination Open End Wrench Sets are available as an 11-pc set, No. 313-09511, or a 15-pc set, No. 313-09515. Each wrench is chrome plated for...

The Matco Tools Rechargeable Digital Tire Inflator, No. DT7G, uses a rechargeable USB-C design for extended use and screen time. Its 21" stainless braided hose features a...

The WinAlign 18 Vehicle Information Database Update from Hunter Engineering adds over 550 new records to the software, covering the records that weren't yet in existence during...

The 1/2-Ton Two-Stage Telescopic Jack Stand, No. 371-03321, from Ascot Supply, uses foot pedals for handsfree operation. An overload valve prevents the jack from being used beyond...

The Phoenix Lite 3 from TOPDON is a compact diagnostic scanner designed for automotive professionals and repair shops.

The 36" Dominator Pro Pry Bars, Nos. 14117GN and 141170R, from Mayhew Tools feature a hardened and tempered alloy steel shaft that runs from the cutting edge through the handle...

The DSR ProSeries 4400A 12V/24V Jump Starter and Portable Power Station, No. DSR166, from Schumacher Electric, features an internal charger that provides 4,400 peak amps, with...

The ESAB Renegade Volt ES 200i is a portable battery-powered welding system. It can TIG weld at an output of 80A for up to 45 minutes on one charge, and the four DeWalt FlexVolt...

The Cool Boss CB-28HV Desert Storm Series is the most powerful model of evaporative cooler in the Cool Boss line, states the company, and it comes equipped with a 28" axial-flow...

The Vividia T-200 Pocket-Sized Thermal Imaging Camera from Oasis Scientific comes equipped with a 3.2" touchscreen and 256 x 192 infrared camera for high precision real-time...

The CTA Tools Recording Cable, No. 8094, enables technicians to listen and replay the noise from a wireless electric stethoscope on any smartphone. Designed to integrate with ...

The FreeFlex Unlined Bib Overalls, No. M850, from Milwaukee Tool, feature four-way stretch fabric and a custom crotch gusset for comfort and durability, especially while kneeling...

The BAUER 20V Cordless 3/8" Ratchet from Harbor Freight offers 40 ft-lb of maximum torque at speeds of up to 225 rpm, and its heavy duty housing can handle up to 240 ft-lb...

The Philips Xperion 6000 Under Hood LED Work Light from Lumileds comes equipped with a motion detection switch for handsfree operation and a telescoping mount to easily fit it...

The Lincoln Industrial Air Hoses, Nos. 72N3850, 72N1250, 72H3850, and 72H1250, are the first to be PFAS-free. Crafted with a feather-light design for seamless handling, these ...

The Evergrade Cordless Sander Kit, available with a 3/16" offset (No. EVK-316K) or with a 3/32" offset (No. EVK-332K), offers the power of a pneumatic sander without the ...

The Flare Nut Sockets Sets, available in a 10-piece metric set (No. D010028) and a 7-piece SAE set (No. D010029), from Dynamic Tools are ideal for hydraulic, fuel, air, and...

The Pitman Arm Pullers, Nos. 41450, 41490, and 41610, from Lisle Corporation, are designed to help prevent damage that can be caused by other removal methods. The 41450 works ...

Eco-Grip Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves from Eppco Enterprises, Inc., are commercial-strength disposable gloves designed to give users more grip in both wet and dry environments...

The Single-Stage Service Vehicle Compressors, Nos. K5HGA-30T, GC8HGA-30T, GC11HGA-30T, and J11HGA-30T, from Jenny Products, Inc. come in four models, each with a 30-gallon air...

The BearTrap 360 from Streamlight is a multi-function, rechargeable work light that features both a 360-degree horizontally rotating and a 270-degree vertically pivoting body....

The Cold Adhesive Glue Pad Kit, No. DF-CGS72, from Dent Fix Equipment comes with 50g of Mammoth Tar Cold Glue, four aluminum pulling tabs, and a 4-pc PDR-style adapter set for...

The Schrader TPMS Solutions TPMS Retrofit Kit, No. SCHRFK4S, is designed for vehicles built before 2008 without a factory-installed TPMS. With a dash-mounted receiver/display ...

The Snap-on 14.4V MicroLithium Color Display Cordless Temperature Gun, No. CTG861K1 is an infrared thermometer capable of measuring temperatures ranging from -58 degrees F all...

The 270A Muscle MIG Wire Feed Welder, No. MM250SL, from Snap-on is a traditional welder that can be used for broken parts, fabrication, frame repair, and more. Capable of welding...

The 144-pc 1/4" and 3/8" Drive Tool Set, No. DWMT45436, from DeWalt, includes a variety of sockets, extensions, adapters, universal joints, and ratchets. DirectTorque technology...

The Tire Wrench Support Stand, No. 967, from Thexton is a steel support stand that includes multiple support points, ensuring alignment. The stand is 29.5" and is designed to ...

The Cornwell Tools 3-pc Indexing Pry Bar Set, No. PBR3PC, includes an 8", 12", and 16" pry bar, each with a multi-angle adjustable head to provide optimal leverage for various...

The Mac Tools Angled Wire Crimper/Cutter/Stripper, No. WSC8B, are multi-functional pliers designed to crimp, cut, strip, and grip, with a long nose, and 100-degree angled head...

The AQUAMAT i.CF from Kaeser Compressors provides clean and effective condensate separation for flow rates up to 3,300 scfm. The i.CF is designed to maximize efficiency, simplify...

The LED Rechargeable Penlight, No. 312-07179, from Ascot Supply combines laser and UV functionalities. It features a top UV light with a wavelength of 365NM, alongside a side ...

The Low Profile Fuel Line Disconnect, No. 39120 from Lisle Corporation features a flexible one-piece design that, according to Lisle, is meant to work better than two-piece disconnect...

The NWS Tools Pliers Wrench, No. 1664-12-250 features an atramentized finish and dipped handles. The parallel jaws have a capacity of 2", and are ideally suited to gripping...

The Ledlenser AF4R Work Area Light delivers up to 2,000 lm and offers five brightness levels as well as a five-step tunable white light. With the Multi-Concentrated Light technology...

The Observer Tools Dual-Flex Ratchet is a multi-faceted ratchet that is designed to adapt to any situation. It features a pivoting handle, a rotating head, and a square drive ...

The SLAYER Red from Coast is a rechargeable and waterproof light. The all-aluminum frame can move easily in and out of pockets, and a removable metal clip allows users to keep...

The All-In-One Tool Kit from Just Clips is designed to remove, clean, and install new snap rings on impact wrenches. Each kit contains one Snap Ring Plier with universal swivel...

The Tuxedo Distributors iDEAL EV/Hybrid Lift Table, No. LT-EV2500AH-X incorporates multi-adjustable and directional EV-insulated platforms for controlled lifting and lowering ...

The 14-pc Insulated Screwdriver Set from Dynamic Tools includes interchangeable blades, featuring a variety of Phillips, Torx, and slotted tips. Each tip is precision-machined...

The Ford Power Stroke 6.7L Fuel Injector Copper Compression Seal Puller and Seal Saver ProKit from ProMAXX is designed for technicians to remove stubborn fuel injector seals from...

The Tesla Jack Pads from SUNEX Tools are specifically designed for use on Tesla vehicles and are crafted from a one-piece molded rubber for a universal fit. The pads offer...

The 7-pc Hollow Magnetic Color-Coded Ratcheting Power Nut Driver, No. 32950, from Klein Tools includes six color-coded hollow power nut drivers (1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2"...

The 26-pc SAE and Metric Long Arm Hex Key Sets, No. 98526BL and 98526L, from SUNEX Tools are made from CR-V steel and designed to withstand the test of time, according to the ...