Top 5 VSP.com articles of the week: Cherokee diagnostics, ASE work requirements, and expo photos

    May 2, 2025
    These are the most clicked-on articles on VehicleServicePros.com for the last week of April.
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    These are the most viewed articles that appeared on VehicleServicePros.com for the week of April 28-May 2, 2025.

    5. NAPA Autotech XcceleratoR program meets work experience requirement through ASE

    The industry has been grappling with the technician shortage for years, and NAPA is stepping up to the plate with its XcceleratoR program. The program aims to reduce the work experience requirements of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

    4. Three rules for success

    Cornwell Quality Tools distributor Brad Astin sees the people on his route in Pensacola, Florida, as more than just customers -- the relationships he's built during his time as a distributor are so much more than that.

    3. Up Close: Electronic Specialties 180VM LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads and Volt Meter

    Wiring faults can be a total pain to find and solve, but without the right tools, it can feel impossible. The 180VM LOADPro Dynamic Test Leads and Volt Meter provides a solution by finding wiring faults nearly instantly.

    2. A Jeep Cherokee that won't communicate

    Who hasn't struggled with communication problems before? Fortunately, it's a lot easier to handle when you've got someone like Brandon Steckler to help you through these kinds of issues. While he might not be able to help you with communication issues outside of the shop bay, his breakdown of this Jeep issue is a sure help for any technician looking to improve their diagnostic capabilities.

    1. Photo Gallery: Matco Tools 2025 Expo

    Around 4,000 people poured into the Matco Tools 2025 Expo this past April for hands-on training, new tools, and so much more. Take a look at some of the highlights from the show here.

    About the Author

    Griffin Matis | Associate Editor | PTEN & Professional Distributor

    Griffin Matis is an associate editor for the Vehicle Repair Group. A graduate of the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, Matis works with Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN), Professional Distributor, and VehicleServicePros.com. 

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