Customers don’t realize it needs attention. Sadly, many mechanics don’t, either.
The Most Neglected Part of the Cooling System
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EDC: Mechanic Edition
EDC, or “everyday carry” has become a popular topic of conversation. At first I thought people’s interest in this was a zeitgeist, but I think it’s got more staying power than I originally surmised. I used to (and still) roll my eyes when someone posts a beautiful...
Six Ways to Best Protect Yourself from Keyless Car Theft (For Now)
In 2023, a record number of vehicles were stolen in the United States; 1,020,729 vehicles to be exact. While that number has declined over the past couple of years (850,708 in 2024 and 659,880 in 2025), car thieves haven’t given up. In fact, they’re finding more...
Don’t Forget to Season the Automobiles, Mechanics!
I guess after you watch the following video, you won’t need much commentary. I thought this was common knowledge, but as I’ll explain in a moment, I may be wrong. I thought it necessary because a good friend at an independent repair facility recently bemoaned the fact...
What are Frits? (And Why Does Almost Every Car Have Them?)
It’s a pretty safe bet that most younger techs haven’t heard of frits before. Not one single customer, ever, has come into your shop looking for some help with a frit problem. So while this article won’t help you turn bays faster or improve your diagnostic skills,...
For Over 50 Years, France Required Yellow Headlights … Until Science Disagreed
Ever try those safety glasses with yellow lenses that are supposed to improve your vision? It’s hard to tell if they really do anything, but the packaging usually has a lot to say about better contrast and depth perception, reduced glare, and less eye strain. (And...