Working on a right-hand drive vehicle requires deviating slightly from a mechanic’s routine.

Lubricant? More like lubri-can. A very cheap staple of most shops, I’ve learned to use it in a few unconventional ways.
Failing to perform these two vital service steps could cost time and money—or worse.
Any of these mistakes can lead to an unwanted oil leak or worse—a blown engine.
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Stop telling your customers otherwise—modern fuel systems don’t care.
Engine oil is a lubricant, but that’s not what the task’s title is referencing.
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
These simple tools can be worth their weight in gold if you know how to use ‘em.
We read the astrological signs and predicted your automotive future.
You don’t need to do anything—but if you do, there are only a few things worth doing.
Every tech has a story. What’s yours?
Despite being obviously ill-suited for use in vehicles, I still want to find a workable solution for installing a record player in my car.
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Here’s 4 reasons you should consider putting them to work at your shop.
Examining the differences (and similarities) between these key roles in the automotive service industry.