New Lift Inspection Certification Program Starts
The Lift Inspector Certification Program will meet growing demand from businesses that use vehicle lifts, as well as the governmental health and safety organizations that monitor them.
NHTSA Pushing for Broader State-Level Vehicle Inspections
NHTSA recently published in the Federal Register amendments to the Highway Safety Program Guidelines for states, which seeks expanded state-level vehicle inspection programs. NHTSA’s proposal calls for every state to have a periodic vehicle inspection program and require vehicle owners to correct potentially dangerous conditions in order to reduce the number of on-highway accidents. According
Brake Safety Awareness Month Set for August
For the sixth consecutive year, the Motorist Assurance Program will sponsor a period of Brake Safety Awareness – this time for the full month of August, rather than just a week as in years past.
Complete Brake Job Protects Driver, Other Vehicle Components
The problem with routines is that we tend to – you guessed it – fall into them. Because the braking systems on many modern vehicles are integrated into other systems like vehicle stability control (VSC) and traction control, modern braking systems must meet minimum levels of performance. Last, but not least, a service writer must
Worn Chassis Parts Compromise Safety and Ride Performance
Many motorists don’t appreciate the importance of ride control and how it affects driving, handling and braking safety. Not replacing a worn set of shocks or struts may seriously compromise the ability of the vehicle to handle bumps, dips, crosswinds or extra weight. Worn shocks and struts also will increase wear and tear on other
Tyre Safety Month Reminder About Illegal Tire Fines
U.K.’s Tyre Safety month begins on Oct. 1 and ATS Euromaster has marked the occasion by reminding motorists that driving with illegal tires risks a £2,500 fine and three penalty points for each illegal tire on their vehicle. With the latest Department for Transport report clocking 860 reported accidents on British roads where illegal, defective
MAP’s Brake Safety Awareness Week Coming
The fifth annual National Brake Safety Awareness Week will be held Aug. 20-28. Sponsored and supported by the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP), during Brake Safety Awareness Week more than 9,000 MAP participating facilities will offer inspections, educate vehicle owners regarding key undercar systems, provide complimentary automotive troubleshooting materials and answer consumers’ preventative maintenance questions. According
Al Dobowi Supports Taxi Tire Safety Program
The Dubai Taxi Corp., run by the country’s Roads & Transport Authority, has launched its second annual "Your Safety" tire campaign in partnership with Al Dobowi Tyre Co. The aim of the Your Safety campaign is to educate taxi drivers on techniques for correctly inspecting tires before starting a day’s work. Another goal is to
ASA: Congress Should Support Vehicle Inspections
Automotive Service Association leaders met recently with key members of Congress and their staffs to discuss the importance of vehicle safety inspection programs. Less than half the states in the U.S. have any type of periodic motor vehicle safety inspection program, ASA claims, and of the states with programs, several only require vehicle inspection when
Handling Hybrid Vehicle Service
In light of unstable fuel costs, consumers are once again returning tobasic transportation by trading in their old gas-guzzling SUVs for moreeconomical vehicles, especially those powered by hybrid electricvehicle (HEV) technology. This was especially evident in thegovernment’s Cash For Clunkers program, which had to be extended due tothe surprisingly swift consumer response to the program.Hybrid