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The commander-in-chief’s road transportation, from Pierce-Arrow cars to the Kennedy Lincoln Continental.
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Clean It or Crack It
Why clearing bolt holes of contaminants matters.
What an oscilloscope shows that your DVOM can’t (VIDEO)
Your multimeter is a versatile tool. But for certain diagnostics, you need an oscilloscope to get a closer look at a vehicle’s electrical systems.
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A set of tires is expensive. Make it special.
Tools beyond the basics for DIYers
Step up your repair game with sensible choices.
Transfer cases: how to talk to your customers
You can’t sell what you don’t understand.
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Hand in Glove: EV and Hybrid Service Safety
Glove testing is important; don’t skip it.
Bitten by a misfire
Formal education teaches you theory and the real world teaches you the rest.
Beyond the basics: best tools for auto repair DIYers and technicians (VIDEO)
The right tools will expand your capabilities and help you to tackle more advanced jobs, but it’s not always easy to know where to start.
“Can you drive a stick?”
It’s been asked of every new mechanic for more than a century. Does it matter in 2025?
Five best car and truck tips from mechanics to non-mechanics (VIDEO)
Want to make your vehicle last? Not sure how to talk to a shop about car repairs? Nick and Lemmy offer their five top recommendations.
VIDEOS
Do You Know the Right Way to Use Rasps and Files? (VIDEO)
Any technician will have a few files in the toolbox for material removal jobs. But are you using these tools with the correct technique?
Mastering the Numbers
A practical approach to auto repair shop management.
Don’t Overlook This Step When Servicing Brakes (VIDEO)
A brake service job isn’t complete unless the reservoir cap’s diaphragm has been pushed back into place. This simple step is easy to forget, but it helps to reduce brake fluid contamination and ensure proper system function.