December 2024

Reviewed by Phil Fournier, owner of Phil's Auto Clinic in Hemet, California.

Reviewed by Matt Fanslow, diagnostic tech/shop manager at Riverside Automotive in Red Wing, Minnesota.

A comprehensive guide for technicians getting started with collision repair.

Reviewed by Benny Grubner, technician at Mercedez-Benz of Burlington in Burlington, Massachusetts.

AI in automotive systems, fuel, emissions monitoring, and diagnostics and service.

The KNIPEX 20" Big-Twin Move Tool Case, No. 00 21 41 LE, is made of heavy duty ABS material with an all-round aluminum frame center board. Each side has multi-purpose...

The SATAjet X 5500 from SATA Spray Equipment features the X nozzle system, allowing users to handle all paint systems and application recommendations. It uses a whispering nozzle...

The Milwaukee Tool M18 ROVER Dual Power Triple-Panel Flood & Area Light, No. 2368-20, features three folding panels that can deliver up to 4,500 lm. The light has three brightness...

The LTI Tools by Milton Shockit Open End Line Wrench Set, No. LT1935FM, is a 25-pc SAE/metric set that is compatible with a wide range of fittings. The wrenches are powered by...

The Electronic Specialties 180VM LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads and Volt Meter allows users to instantly load a circuit to see if current can flow and was designed specifically...

The Eco Dual Gas from EcoTechnics is designed to serve an electrical and conventional A/C compressor. Featuring two separate circuits with two dedicated 30-pound refillable tanks...

The Nano Light II from Streamlight is an ultra-compact LED keychain flashlight that provides steady, bright light for one hour of run-time using a single AAAA alkaline battery...

The WD-40 Multi-Use Product Low Odor features the original WD-40 formula with a reduced smell. It comes in the standard 12 oz. can and uses WD-40's two-way smart straw to produce...

The SmartSafe Tire Tread Depth Examiner, No. TTM313, is a handheld tread depth laser detector with a measurement accuracy of up to 0.1mm. The structural design does not limit ...

The OPUS IVS DrivePro 2 Plus is designed to be a diagnostic platform that the company says offers 100 percent brand coverage. Users can access their own OE software through MyCarDAQ...

The DeWalt 2500 Peak Amp Lithium Jump Starter with USB Power Bank, No. DXAELJ25, is compatible with most four, six, and eight-cylinder engine cars and trucks, as well as WET, ...

The Innova Electronics 3381 Audio-Enhanced Inspection Camera features a 2.8" LCD display and IP 67 waterproof camera capable of capturing images and videos with 720p native resolution...

The Matco Tools 5-pc Clip Lifter Set, No. CL015P, features five lifters of various shapes and sizes, each with a comfortable purple handle and chrome finish. The set is ideal ...

The Cementex Feature Series Arc Flash Protective Clothing PPE is made with FR-treated cotton and meets current ASTM F1506 and F1959/1959M-99 standards. The series includes coats...

The Dual Hydraulic XTM-DMP-450 Reel from Coxreels features a unique single-sided, dual-bodied hydraulic swivel that allows the inlet connections to be on the same side of the ...

This will be the third one-year term for the Vehicle Service Group's Doug Brown.

The Electric Vehicle 12V Battery SafetyPower Diagnostic System, No. xLVS-9000, from Midtronics, features SafetyPower Diagnostics powered by MDX-AI. The system is designed to ensure...

The GripEdge Tools 62-pc Master R.P.T. Hex & Star Driver Set, No. MHST62S, features Rounding Prevention Technology that the company says provides up to 50 percent more torque...

The 158-pc Overlanding & Adventure Kit in Rolling Tool Box from Wiha Tools is custom molded with custom foam tray compartments that ensure a secure fit for the user's tools...

The Cartec Headlight Tester, No. 433-HA, is crafted from a robust alloy material and suited for advanced lighting systems. The tester's column is lightweight, easy to adjust, ...

The Streamlight Stinger 2020 S, No. 78202, can produce up to 2,000 lm and 25,000 cd with multiple mode levels of varying intensities. It features an ergonomic design that allows...

The AIRCAT 3/8" Orbit Low Vibration Lube Free Orbital Palm Sander, Nos. 6700-6-338 and 67000-6-338CV, feature a double-sealed, lubrication-free motor that prevents dust contamination...

The KNIPEX Tools 2024 KNIPEX Holiday Gift Set, No. 9K 00 80 169 US, includes the company's 7-1/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers, Cobra Water Pump Pliers, 7-1/2" Belt Pouch, and...

The 4-pc Universal Pliers Set, No. SPU4TT, from Matco Tools, includes four of the most commonly used pliers in teal. The slim heads and solid flush rivets ensure easy access in...

The NEBO CurvBeam 600 Flex Headlamp features a curved 180-degree floodlight that provides a diffused beam, allowing the wearer to use their peripheral vision and avoid the dark...