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March Automotive Horoscopes

We read the astrological signs and predicted your automotive future.

TECHNICIAN CHALLENGE: The Mystery Box

The Proving Grounds crew is back again for a new grudge match in the garage called The Mystery Box.

Beverly Hills auto body shop launched a jewelry business using scrap metal from luxury cars

CRASH Jewelry uses real fenders, doors and hoods from high-end vehicles to make cuffs, earrings, necklaces and more.

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What tools do you keep in your road box for car repair? (VIDEO)

Do you have a toolbox ready to go for repairs on the road? What do you keep in it?

Whaddya call two hybrid Toyotas?

Latin is a language, as dead as it can be/It killed the ancient Romans, and now it’s killing me.

Godspeed, Pat

Pat Goss, arguably America’s most famous mechanic, has died.

Let’s bring back this tiny piece of archaic automotive technology

It’s a tiny step on the manufacturing line, but boy, drain plugs save mechanics a ton of time.

Break down ROs into three boxes

Help your customers prioritize their repairs and they’ll keep coming back.

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Auto care news and advice you can use.

What does horsepower really mean? (VIDEO)

The essential unit of automotive power has an unexpected history.

Modern GDI systems have brought back decades-old maintenance issues

Decreased emissions and other benefits do come with increased valve maintenance costs.

Two reasons you should have a welder in your shop (and know how to use it)

Other than the obvious roles, there are other really, really good reasons you should have a welder in the shop.

Want to get kids interested in trades? Start with their school science fair.

To inspire the next generation of service technicians and tradespeople, start by getting their hands off their phones and onto building something cool.