BendPak to debut eight-armed car lift concept at NADA Expo
Octa-Flex lift-assist arms can be used to help lift and maneuver heavy vehicle components like EV battery packs, drivetrains, tires, and wheel assemblies.
Installing the Continental Multi V Stretch Belt
Stretch Belts were introduced in 2004 to give auto manufacturers more flexibility in the design of the front-end accessory drive system.
Diagnosing Brake Pull During a Test Drive
Why you should follow a systematic process to uncover the true origin of the brake pull.
Schaeffler Showcases Aftermarket Solutions at AAPEX
Schaeffler is exhibiting engine and chassis technologies, alongside electric mobility solutions and thought leadership at AAPEX.
Resetting the Belt Drive System
In this video, we cover what it takes to reset the belt drive system. This video is sponsored by Litens.
Detecting Wheel Bearing Noise and Damage
Damaged bearings should be replaced with high-quality hub units and bearings for durability.
Gen 1 Wheel Bearing Replacement and Installation
Gen 1 bearings use an interference fit to hold the bearing in the bore. This video is sponsored by BCA Bearings by NTN.
Recommending Tensioners
If you look at the service manual for any 1980s vehicle, it will always recommend adjusting belt tension through a new oil change. To do this, you either use the adjuster or add shims to a pulley. On some vehicles, you may have had to adjust up to three belts, but that all changed thanks
The Road to AAPEX Starts Here
You may notice a different type of show car at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) this year. It only has 140 hp, with a four-speed automatic transmission and clocks in at 20 feet long. This car is not arriving at the show on a trailer. Instead, it’s coming from Akron, Ohio, on its own power. The
Suspension Diagnostics: Where’s That Noise Coming From?
If you think there may be an issue with your customer’s suspension, one thing is for sure: we all HATE the unnatural noises that come from vehicles – mainly because it is hard to tell what they are initially. In this Tire Review Continental Tire video, we talk about the source of suspension noises and
