Rollin Hansen Named 2009 TECH-NET Professional Auto Service/ASE Technician of the Year
As the winner of the 2009 TECH-NET/ASE Technician of the Year, Hansen will receive more than $20,000 worth of prizes.
David Reutimann Crew Chief Rodney Childers Selected as NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ in Atlanta
The strong finish keeps Reutimann’s hopes mathematically alive for one of 12 spots in the season-ending 10-race Chase for the Sprint Cup championship run-off, which begins in two weeks.
Toyota Electronic Parts Catalog Now Available to Independent Repair Shops
For the first time ever, Toyota is making the full electronic catalog of Genuine Toyota Parts available online to independent repair shops.
Mitch Schneider: Open Saturday? Shop Owners and Mitch Discuss the Sixth Day
Long-time shop owners weigh the pros and cons of being open on Saturday.
Miller Launches ‘FREE Stuff or Cash’ Promotion
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. recently announced a "FREE Stuff or Cash" welding products promotion, which runs from March 9 through July 31, 2009. This special promotion offers free accessories, valued at up to ….
Top 5 Tools: Stan Schwartz, The Outfit Auto Repair
Stan Schwartz The Outfit Auto Repair Sacramento, CA Actron Elite Auto Scanner Pro — Has saved me a lot of time. Actron Pocket Thermometer — Saves time. I always keep it in my pocket. Mac Long-Handle 3/8” Drive Ratchet — The first and only ratchet I use. Solar 500 Battery Charger
Bruce Schuetz Named 2008 TECH-NET Professional Auto Service/ASE Technician of the Year
Bruce Schuetz of Len’s Auto Repair in Overland, MO, has been named the TECH-NET Professional Auto Service/ASE Master Automotive Technician of the Year for 2008. He was selected for the award after meeting the criteria set by CARQUEST ….
Purolator to be Featured Sponsor at ESPN’s Bassmaster Classic
Continuing its commitment to supporting its customers with aggressive marketing programs, Purolator Filters NA LLC is once again serving as a major sponsor for ESPN’s wildly popular Bassmaster Classic fishing competition. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Classic is the nation’s premier competition for professional anglers, with separate competitions and programs for amateurs, women and youngsters.
Tech Feature: Crate Racing Engines
For many performance engine builders, the end of the year may be much busier than expected. While there is no racing going on in most parts of the country, there’s still plenty of preparation for next year. No doubt, some engine builders have been able to keep racing off their minds lately – even while watching "Dancing With The Stars," where two time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves won the coveted Mirrorball Trophy – still others will end the racing season (or kick off the new one) in Orlando for the Advanced Engine Technology Conference (AETC) and the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show.
News Update: NAPA Chassis Trains, Certifies Technicians
Participants in a four-day NAPA Chassis training class were provided with tips and techniques from NATEF-certified instructors to identify and solve problems while diagnosing and repairing late-model chassis and suspension systems. Held recently at NAPA’s training center, the clinic taught timesaving repair procedures, giving these techs the ability to be more proficient on newer vehicles.