Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

It was just 6 volts, and its primary purpose at the time was to store the electrical energy the starter would use to crank the engine mechanically and to power the headlight (before the electric light, an oil lamp was used and “started” with a match). The automotive industry is abuzz with news about battery advances.

Management

Girls Auto Clinic

MAY 10, 2022

I shop hoped or went to different mechanics or auto repair shops each time my car needed work. I didn’t have a mechanic I could trust to help me with my car and no men in my family to help (we are a family of 7 women). New bills to pay, new rules to learn, new people to work with, new relationships to nurture. Hunter lasted two years.

Oil Change

Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This was 2002 to 2008. When we first started “marketing”, we pretty much said yes to whatever salesman walked into our showroom with the opportunity of the month. We had so much going on that we forgot we were doing half of the marketing we were doing until we got the bill for the renewal, and even then we just paid it and moved on.

Auto Repair Shop

1A Auto

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

How-to Video: How to Check the Oil of a 2008 to 2019 Ford F-150 How-to Video: How to Change Engine Oil on Any Vehicle Read: How Often Should You Change Your Oil? Replacing an oil filter housing can cost up to $2,000 at a professional mechanic repair shop. – Reinsert the dipstick into the oil dipstick tube.

Check Engine Light

Shop Marketing Pros

JULY 23, 2024

When I graduated high school, I went to UTI in Houston and learned how to be a mechanic. In 2008, a 7-month long road construction project put us out of business. He was a great man and he made me who I am today, but he was a terrible businessman. It wasn’t because he was “grinding,” it was because he didn’t know how to run a business.

Auto Repair Shop

Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The first mass-produced anti-lock braking systems, or ABS, was introduced in 1985, and by 2008, almost every passenger vehicle came standard with this system. Another problem can be mechanical issues with the Hydraulic Control Unit – they’re rare, but they can happen.

Hydraulics

Shop Marketing Pros

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In 2008, we failed big. Failure is where you get humbled. There isn’t much as dangerous as a young entrepreneur who has had great success and no failure. They are a ticking time bomb, and when the failure happens, and it will, it hits them HARD. In business, you have to be willing to fail. This has always been one of my strengths.

Auto Repair Shop

1A Auto

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

For example, as mentioned by our expert mechanic Sue, the metal hanger brackets can bend, which is not a big issue but may need to be adjusted with a pry bar. We recommend replacing all of the O2 sensors at the same time as the stolen or broken catalytic converter. Adjust the exhaust if needed.

Mechanic

The Mechanic Doctor

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Understanding the gas capacity of a vehicle ensures the driver will fill up the tank accordingly and reach their destination without worry. 2008 9 14 2009 8 16.6 So, those looking into the Mustang Shelby GT500 fuel tank capacity have come to the right place.

Engineering

AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This increase in mechanical problems leads to a higher demand for new parts and regular repairs. This reduces the rate at which consumers need to purchase new vehicles. This financial burden deters many potential buyers, pushing them to keep their older vehicles longer or purchase used vehicles.

Vehicle

RepairSmith

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A mechanic will have the specific tools and expertise to replace the damaged parts and seals and refill fresh transmission fluid. You should refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for steps to troubleshoot electrical issues or seek help from a mechanic to determine and address the root cause of the problem.

Check Engine Light

RepairSmith

DECEMBER 12, 2023

You’ll need a professional mechanic to test and confirm this. You should call a mechanic to inspect the problem soon, or you could end up with a burnt shift motor, which can be expensive to replace. When it comes to a dependable 4WD truck, the Dodge Dakota has been a reliable choice for enthusiasts and workhorse owners alike.

Mechanic

RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

You’ll need a professional mechanic to test and confirm this. You should call a mechanic to inspect the problem soon, or you could end up with a burnt shift motor, which can be expensive to replace. When it comes to a dependable 4WD truck, the Dodge Dakota has been a reliable choice for enthusiasts and workhorse owners alike.

Mechanic

RepairSmith

DECEMBER 25, 2023

If you don’t have adequate technical knowledge, you can get your Chevy truck to auto repair shops or call a mobile mechanic to diagnose and fix your Silverado. If your transfer case fluid isn’t dirty and is at the right level, contact a mechanic to check if your transfer case needs replacement or repair. Still have questions?

Auto Repair

AutoInc.

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It will take another 3 to 4 years before the new vehicle market returns to its pre-pandemic levels, a longer recovery than that following the 2008 Great Recession. Here are highlights from the report. 14 Million Fewer New Vehicles Sold Lang Marketing estimates that over 14 million fewer new cars and light trucks will be sold in the U.S.

Car

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 13, 2024

This sticker is on every 2008 and newer vehicle sold in the United States. By replacing the mechanical parts of the stem at a very low cost to the customer, you are ensuring that the tire is going to hold air when it leaves your facility. Verify instrument panel lamps operation; conduct relearn procedure.

ASE

Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 17, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. When an average driver started driving, they had brake and chassis systems that alerted drivers to potential safety risks with mechanical cues like locking brakes, oversteer and understeer. The customer may overlook an issue until there is a mechanical problem with the brakes.

Vehicle

Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 23, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. When an average driver started driving, they had brake and chassis systems that alerted drivers to potential safety risks with mechanical cues like locking brakes, oversteer and understeer. The customer may overlook an issue until there is a mechanical problem with the brakes.

Vehicle

Brake & Front End

APRIL 22, 2024

In 2008, ABS became a standard feature on most vehicles. When an average driver started driving, they had brake and chassis systems that alerted drivers to potential safety risks with mechanical cues like locking brakes, oversteer and understeer. The customer may overlook an issue until there is a mechanical problem with the brakes.

Vehicle

Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 26, 2024

I’m also friends with most of the owners or key people in the companies I have listed here – or we’re at least friendly acquaintances. But we all do things a little differently, and that’s what makes us unique. That’s what makes us a right-fit for one client and a wrong-fit for another. You’ll get varying opinions. Ok, let’s get into it.

Auto Repair Shop

Alex's Autohaus

AUGUST 27, 2024

They dominated the market until 2008, when the company’s primary competitors, Mercedes-Benz and Audi, entered the segment with the GLK and Q5 respectively. BMW essentially created the compact luxury SUV segment with the release of the X3 in 2003. The X3 is, as of summer 2024, about to enter its fourth generation.

Check Engine Light