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PSA: The Right (and Wrong) Ways to Handle Iridium Spark Plugs

New techs and DIYers should know that not all spark plugs are created, or treated, equally.

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PSA: Check that cabin air filter

The cabin air filter is arguably the most overlooked filter on the car.

Why sidewall styling is both worthless and wonderful for drivers and tire shops

The appearance of off-road prowess while maintaining on-road comfort is what motorists want. Tire salesmen, take advantage.

Surprise: having snacks and phone chargers in your repair shop’s waiting room makes customers happier

A recent J.D. Power study found that a few simple amenities in your service center’s lobby go a long way toward making your customers want to come back, but few businesses have them.

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Why you should empty the master cylinder before bleeding brakes (VIDEO)

Removing old fluid from a vehicle’s braking system can be a time-consuming chore, but it doesn’t need to be.

Ralph Nader inspired a vehicle safety revolution and all he got was a lousy bolt named after him

Door striker bolts became known as Nader pins after “Unsafe at Any Speed” caused a national uproar and led to the first FMVSS rules.

Before asphalt, automotive pioneers used the beach as their racetrack

Several speed records were once set on the beach of Cape May, New Jersey

Schedule more work by improving the life of the waiters

If your waiting room stinks, so does waiting in it.

What’s in your toolbox?

Skillset and mindset often determine the toolset.

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