Sensors and Suspensions: Diagnosing Electronically Adjustable Dampeners
On racecars, mechanics in pit lane will tune the settings of the shocks and springs for the track. Some race shocks have six adjustments for compression and rebound, so they will tune the setting for the amount and rate of suspension movement.
Aluminum Suspensions: Knowing is Half the Battle
From 2012 to 2015, aluminum consumption for new vehicles increased by 28% in North America. While a lot of the aluminum has gone into the body recently, the use of aluminum in the suspension is also increasing.
Servicing TPMS Sensors
Most TPMS sensors are held in using just a screw or a nut, but if not assembled or torqued properly, the results can be catastrophic. Carelessness can result in a broken sensor or even a customer being stranded with a flat tire.
Top TPMS Troubleshooting Tips
When dealing with TPMS, here are a few best practices and reminders to ensure you’re taking care of your customers and avoiding possible comebacks.
Selecting the Best Winter Grader Tire
Believe it or not, winter weather is not far off. Even though the temperature is warm where you are, snow is starting to be mentioned in many weather forecasts around the country.
Driving Forces: Turning Torque into Traction with Drive Tires
Trucks help keep the economy moving, transporting 70% of domestic freight. In 2016 alone, trucks traveled more than 450.4 billion miles across the United States.
2017 Top Shop Finalist: Waukegan Tire & Supply Co.
Waukegan Tire & Supply Co. has been operating in the greater Chicago/Milwaukee area for nearly 50 years. In that time, the dealership has become a fixture in the community it serves. Waukegan Tire is active in local events and charities, reinvesting back into the community.
Celebrating Our Top Shops
What began as a simple celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Tire Review Top Shop award program has evolved into an event and a community, populated by of the some of the best tire dealers in North America.
Alyeska Tire: Tire Pioneers in the Last Frontier
The official motto of the state of Alaska is “North to the Future.” The sentiment mirrors the life decisions of Jerry Wortham, co-founder and owner of Alyeska Tire. A native of Georgia, when his brother-in-law moved to “the last frontier” to run a new car business, he invited Jerry to follow.
Community Involvement: Charity or Investment?
The title of this article is not meant to suggest that charity, in and of itself, does not have merit. Or, that you always have to get something back to be willing to give anything.
Passion Powers Performance: Does Your Team Have It?
Former Apple CEO, Steve Jobs, said, “People with passion can change the world.” A bold statement for sure, but perhaps you’re not looking to change the world. Perhaps you’re just looking to create a more successful tire/auto business.
Avoiding Employment Lawsuits Over the Holiday Season
I adore the holidays. The hustle, the bustle, the presents, and the cheer all make me happy. However, for the sake of this column, I will be playing the part of Scrooge as we walk through some of the employment missteps that can occur during the most wonderful time of the year.
