Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

With increasing reports of automakers restricting access to both wired (OBD-II) and wireless (telematics) diagnostic and repair information, TIA wants to document the real-world impacts of these restrictions on businesses, consumers and the broader economy. This tool aims to gather critical data to protect the right to repair for all.

Vehicle Repair

autoevolution

JUNE 23, 2025

The recall documentation filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration lists the supplier of the retainin. The US-market vehicles in question may have been produced without a brake booster pushrod retaining spring, a condition that allows the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal, causing a sudden loss of brake function.

Trucking

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

With Guided ADAS, Autel users can take advantage of all the benefits of their calibration systemsease of use and efficiencystep-by-step instructions, optical positioning, unlevel floor compensation, and validated documentation, along with our quality targets, patterns, and calibratorsand use OE calibration software to complete the task,” said (..)

Software

Auto Service World

JUNE 30, 2025

The Bodyguard module documents vehicle condition at check-in using time-stamped, VIN-associated images, protecting shops from fraudulent damage claims and improving accountability. Designed for compact spaces, Evo and Plus deliver diagnostics and reporting, helping improve workflow and generate new service opportunities.

Vehicle

AutoShopOwner

JANUARY 29, 2025

Key Financial Records to Maintain Several crucial documents form the foundation of your financial records. Credit Card Statements Credit card statements document all credit card transactions and should be kept organized and reconciled with all of your other internal records.

Banking

Auto Service World

JANUARY 28, 2025

Andrew has also taken the time to build a document of all of these great descriptions that can be used in the future to describe similar repairs. Higher-value jobs allow technicians to focus on quality work rather than chasing small repairs.

Service Advisor

Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 7, 2025

If the aftermarket dongle causes issues, document the cause on the repair order (RO) and inform the owner. Check under the dash to the left of the steering wheel for an installed aftermarket dongle in the DLC: Dongle is present? Remove before any diagnosis is performed.

Check Engine Light

AutoShopOwner

MARCH 5, 2025

The BOI report requires the following information for each beneficial owner: Full legal name Date of birth Current residential address A unique identifying number from an acceptable identification document (e.g., drivers license, passport) and an image of that document.

Auto Repair Shop

Louisville Automotive Shop

JANUARY 9, 2025

When it comes time to sell or trade in your vehicle, potential buyers will be more inclined to pay a higher price for a well-maintained car with a documented service history. Preserves Resale Value Lastly, scheduled maintenance can help preserve the resale value of your car.

Car

autoevolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Documents filed. In their cases, the high-voltage battery could short circuit when a given vehicle is parked and its battery is fully charged. The cells in question were supplied by LG Energy Solution Battery of Nanjing, China. continue reading. )

Vehicle

Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 28, 2025

Having all the necessary documentation readily available will prepare you for audits, warranty claims, and customer inquiries. Maintain Accurate Records Another critical housekeeping task is maintaining accurate records of sales, orders, returns, and repairs.

Automotive

Auto Service World

JULY 8, 2025

Documenting a plan, following through and revisiting that plan regularly is where transformation begins. Incremental improvements, consistently executed, build world-class businesses — one week at a time. Especially now, cutting out the noise and tuning into your business is more essential than ever.

Banking

autoevolution

MARCH 7, 2025

Documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that said vehicles feature high-voltage batteries whose main contactors may overheat in certain scenarios. The Mustang Mach-E has been hit with a safety recall affecting a small number of early vehicles.

Vehicle

autoevolution

JUNE 28, 2025

According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administr. In the affected models, the retaining ring at the top of the front suspension air struts may loosen. This would release the air within the pneumatic spring, which increases the risk of a crash due to compromised handling capabilities. continue reading. )

Vehicle

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A comprehensive, easy-to-read report provides documentation that the technician has executed all steps required for an accurate calibration. “We Advanced camera technology ensures that everything is placed correctly so the system automatically compensates for the location of the vehicle.

Vehicle

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 4, 2025

It will include: Online documentation storage : Users can upload and manage all documents in one place. The new system introduces several tools that simplify accreditation and reduce the workload for all stakeholders, ASE said. Evaluation teams can review materials before site visits.

ASE

autoevolution

JULY 29, 2025

Documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that said rear-biased sport utility vehicles were produced for the 2025 model year from November 29, 2023 through June 6, 2025. The Ford Motor Company is recalling 23,111 examples of the Ford Explorer-derived Lincoln Aviator. continue reading. )

Software

Auto Service World

JUNE 17, 2025

The best ways to implement BI Canada has several data security and privacy regulations , such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This application functions especially well when integrated with artificial intelligence. Other guidance includes Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).

Automotive Services

AutoShopOwner

APRIL 2, 2025

Document Everything: Your records should be kept to the same standards as your shop schedule and organized and clear! Categorize Everything: Establish clear categories for your income (e.g., labor, parts sales, diagnostics) and expenses (e.g., parts purchases, payroll, rent, utilities, insurance, marketing, shop supplies).

Auto Repair Shop

AutoSuccess

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Vehicle titles remain one of the few legal documents anywhere still reliant on paper, requiring dealers to invest significant time and resources into manually matching paper titles with consumers and their vehicles and forcing customers to exist where they do not want to be — offline.

Retail

Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 3, 2024

While this conditional commitment indicates DOE’s intent to finance the project, DOE and the company must satisfy certain technical, legal, environmental, and financial conditions before the Department of Energy enters into definitive financing documents and funds the loan. and certain of its subsidiaries.

Finance

Auto Service World

JUNE 24, 2025

Point-of-sale systems help shops document repairs, track customer histories and generate detailed reports — key data that investors assess during acquisitions. Clean books is super important for acquisition [and] to be a good acquisition target,” Patel emphasized. Technology plays a crucial role in this preparation, he added.

Auto Repair

Automotive Training Centre

MAY 28, 2025

When it comes to EVs, mechanics are responsible for: Diagnosing battery health using specialized tools and software Safely removing or isolating batteries for service or replacement Repairing modules within battery packs when feasible Coordinating recycling or reuse through certified disposal channels Documenting battery data for traceability and warranty (..)

Mechanic

Autoflow

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Simply put, a Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) is a modern vehicle inspection process that replaces clipboards and paper inspection sheets and instead utilizes digital tools—like tablets or smartphones—to assess and document the condition of a customer’s vehicle.

Auto Repair Shop

CATI

JULY 17, 2025

While dealerships often suggest that using independent shops will void your warranty, Canadian consumer law protects your right to have your car serviced at any certified repair facility, as long as proper service documentation is kept.

Auto Mechanic Training

Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 23, 2025

This designation requires 9,720 documented hours of industry experience and allows certified professionals to work anywhere in Canada. Additionally, students must pass a written examination to become certified. For those aiming to expand their career opportunities beyond Quebec, working toward Red Seal Certification is an excellent option.

Auto Mechanic Training

AutoSuccess

MARCH 21, 2025

One of the primary areas for best practices is in the handling of credit applications, financial information and verification documentation such as driver’s licenses. When customers provide critical documents to the dealer, they are frequently handed over in paper form or sent through unsecured digital channels.

Utilities

Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

These reports document system issues and trouble codes, helping technicians and service advisors prioritize necessary repairs. The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool enhances vehicle diagnostics with its Health Scan feature, streamlining pre- and post-scans for efficiency.

Service Advisor

Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

These reports document system issues and trouble codes, helping technicians and service advisors prioritize necessary repairs. The Snap-on Apollo+ scan tool enhances vehicle diagnostics with its Health Scan feature, streamlining pre- and post-scans for efficiency.

Service Advisor

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 20, 2025

Document and repair Once the leaks are located, record their positions, make necessary repairs, and retest the system to ensure complete sealing. Observe the leak Use a flashlight to inspect for escaping smoke. Leaks may appear as a steady stream, puffs, or faint wisps.

Mechanic

autoevolution

APRIL 17, 2025

According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the brake master cylinder in these vehicles may allow brake fluid to leak from the front-wheel circuit into the booster. The Ford Motor Company is recalling quite a few light-duty trucks and their SUV-bodied siblings over a worrying issue.

Utilities

DRIVE

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Key Takeaways: The Purpose of a Business Plan: A well-thought-out business plan isn’t just a document for potential investors or lenders; it’s a roadmap that outlines where your business is headed and how you plan to get there.

Automotive

Brake & Front End

JUNE 12, 2025

Comments help prioritize work without showing on customer documents, keeping estimates clear. Smarter Integration with Recommendations – Add and link Recommendations directly from the Revisions screen for faster documentation and follow-up.

Software

Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 17, 2025

This improves both on-screen workflow and customer-facing documents, while also helping shops track profitability at the job level to support smarter business decisions. “By Comments help prioritize work without showing on customer documents, keeping estimates clear.

Management

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 3, 2025

This tried-and-true document is more than a book of instructions. If you want to stand out in your shop after finishing your auto mechanic training , theres one foundational resource you should always keep within reach: the vehicle service manual.

Auto Mechanic Training

Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 21, 2025

They then prepare work orders and insurance claim forms to document their findings and recommendations. Estimators assess structural damage, mechanical failure, and the cost-effectiveness of repairs versus replacements. While effective, this approach can be time-consuming and subject to human error.

Insurance

Brake & Front End

MAY 28, 2025

FMVSS 106 and SAE J1401 do not specify construction or materials but these documents do outline a test procedure that completed hose must pass. It also specifies that hoses must be able to bend and twist at certain angles without collapsing, kinking or bursting.

Hydraulics