Here are some outlandish—and not so outlandish—examples of mechanic and dealership TV commercials.
Commercials That Make Technicians and Dealers the Stars of the Show
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Basic Brake Fluid Testers Are Far More Sophisticated Than You’d Expect
Peering inside the inner workings of a deceptively complex tool
Watch how magnetizer/demagnetizer tools work in this excellent video
Demagnetizers demystified.
Battery date codes are painfully unstandardized and you’re better off without them
Don’t waste your time with codebreaking. Just grab a paint pen.
Vehicle weights are increasing. Can your lifts handle it?
As new cars and trucks, especially EVs, get heavier than ever, it’s important to check your lift’s rating and condition.
Rules of the torque wrench, explained
A helpful video investigation of proper (and improper) torque wrench techniques and habits.
What does horsepower really mean? (VIDEO)
The essential unit of automotive power has an unexpected history.
Fuse box-compatible circuit breakers are the ultimate spares when space is limited
Throw a set of these resettable “fuses” in your toolbox.
Do you mind working on customer vehicles equipped with dash cams?
As dashboard cameras become more common, repair professionals should know how to deal with them.
What are rear fog lights, and when should you use them?
Get up to speed on a safety feature not often seen in the United States.
How to choose a memory saver tool for cars and trucks
These simple tools can be worth their weight in gold if you know how to use ‘em.
The final days (and cars) of AMC
In November 1988, two employees snuck a camera into AMC’s Kenosha plant for a farewell tour.
Torches for courses: which heating tools should a mechanic own?
Supplement your shop’s oxyacetylene torch with alternatives.