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Vehicle Repaired In Joe’s Garage To Be Donated

Tomorrow's Technician

For the first time in AAPEX history, distributors, manufacturers, tool and equipment providers and service professionals from around the country worked together in Joe’s Garage to service and repair a vehicle on the show floor during the 2023 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas.

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Code Interpretation Tips for Students in Hybrid Technology Training

Automotive Training Centre

Second Character : Denotes whether its a manufacturer-specific or generic code. Cross-Reference Codes with Manufacturer Resources While generic OBD codes are helpful, many hybrid and electric vehicles use manufacturer-specific codes to identify unique issues. P for powertrain, B for body, etc.).

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Jobber News Executive Outlook 2025: Nick Brunet

Auto Service World

Nick Brunet, President | Best Buy Distributors Limited Collaboration across the supply chain from manufacturers to jobbers will be essential to ensure alignment on demand forecasting and product availability. However, consumer demand in the automotive aftermarket remained relatively resilient, driven by higher vehicle repair rates.

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ADAS and Vehicle Alignment

Brake & Front End

Todays vehicles shine a whole new light on how important a vehicles alignment is. The new advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous features on vehicles all rely on that alignment being exactly as it should by original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications for the driver-assist features to perform correctly.

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Industry welcomes automaker groups’ call for right to repair 

Auto Service World

A statement released by MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers included acknowledgment from the Auto Care Association that noted its appreciation that the need for federal legislation to protect consumer choice in vehicle repair was acknowledged. The groups said they look forward to congressional consideration of the REPAIR Act.

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3 Best Practices For Repairing Hybrid And Electric Vehicles After Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

Adhering to standardized procedures is crucial to ensuring safety and efficiency in vehicle repair. As a technician fresh out of automotive school, diving into repairing these advanced vehicles can be exciting and challenging. A precautionary measure protects the technician and the vehicle’s electronic systems.

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Steck adds wedge air bag

Auto Service World

Steck Manufacturing introduced the commercial-grade EasyWedge Inflatable Air Bag Three-pack Combo (STC32925). The multi-use air wedge trio is ideal for emergency vehicle access, vehicle repair applications, construction (window and door casement fitting), appliance levelling, DIY home use and more.