Tag: Tools & Equipment

8 Steps to Protect Your Shop from Coronavirus

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing countless businesses, large and small, to have their employees work remotely or event shut down completely. But that’s not an option for a trim shop. You can’t upholster a car from your home office. Fortunately, there are steps any business owner can take to protect their business and employees from… Continue reading 8 Steps to Protect Your Shop from Coronavirus

CDC Recommends EPA-Registered, Hospital Grade Disinfectants to Fight Coronavirus

To help combat the Novel 2019 Coronavirus, the US Center for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended that citizens utilize EPA-Registered and Hospital Grade Disinfectant cleaners. However, consumers must follow the manufacturer’s instructions to fully disinfect the surfaces they are cleaning. “Many consumers spray on a disinfectant cleaner and almost immediately wipe it away,” notes Paco… Continue reading CDC Recommends EPA-Registered, Hospital Grade Disinfectants to Fight Coronavirus

Accudraft Paint Booths Names New Senior Vice President

Accudraft, a manufacturer of paint booths for finishing production, has announced the appointment of Brandon Lowder to the newly created position of senior vice president of auto and truck. Lowder will oversee the automotive and truck industries for Accudraft’s growing operation. “I am extremely excited to join the team at Accudraft,” said Lowder. “I love… Continue reading Accudraft Paint Booths Names New Senior Vice President

UTI Offering Free Summer Program for High School Students

High school juniors learn hands-on during Universal Technical Institute's free summer Ignite program.

As part of its ongoing effort to address employer demand for skilled transportation technicians, Universal Technical Institute campuses nationwide will offer the summer Ignite program for the third consecutive year. The program – free to high school juniors – gives prospective technicians hands-on training and an introduction into high-tech, high-demand careers in the transportation industry.… Continue reading UTI Offering Free Summer Program for High School Students

Yukon Gear & Axle Certifies Six New ‘Master Installers’ During First Training Course

Yukon Gear & Axle presented its first Master Installer Training Program last month at LetzRoll Offroad in Mesa, Arizona, led by owner Andrew McLaughlin. Six Master Installers were certified at the conclusion of the course. “Feedback from the participants was overwhelmingly positive,” said McLaughlin. “This Master Installer program is designed to take a shop that… Continue reading Yukon Gear & Axle Certifies Six New ‘Master Installers’ During First Training Course

Lane Automotive Hosting Safety Summit

Lane Automotive is hosting its third annual Safety Summit on March 7 in Watervliet, Michigan, offering a full slate of safety trainings and seminars. Safety equipment manufacturers from across the country will be in attendance, hosting training sessions, demonstrations and seminars that cover everything from fire suppression systems to vehicle rollovers. Manufacturers will also be… Continue reading Lane Automotive Hosting Safety Summit

Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship

After a successful year as the official scales of the Honda-Powered Formula 4 United States and F3 Americas Championships, SCCA Pro Racing has extended its partnership with Intercomp, the sanctioning body has announced. “Intercomp has been able to enjoy a long and successful relationship with SCCA Pro Racing,” said Chris Berg, Intercomp Market Specialist. “We… Continue reading Intercomp Returns as Official Scales of F3 Americas Championship

Cooking with Car Parts

Ever wondered if you could roast a chicken in an oil pan? Or bake a cake in a valve cover? Well, wonder no longer, because Jalopnik has you covered. The automotive outlet’s David Tracy and Kristen Lee recently found themselves asking the same question and, using parts resourced from a 2010 Subaru Forester and a… Continue reading Cooking with Car Parts

MAHLE, FCA Strike Deal for Trouble-Free Data Usage

An agreement has been reached between MAHLE and FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles), giving users trouble-free access to FCA’s servers and the ability to retrieve all necessary information for diagnostics and service, following FCA’s implementation of OBD interface security gateways. The deal means users of MAHLE’s diagnostic tools, such as TechPRO or Connex, will still have… Continue reading MAHLE, FCA Strike Deal for Trouble-Free Data Usage