How Much Undercar Work Do Shops Do Each Year?
With data based on our 2018 Tire Dealer Survey on service jobs performed per month, we estimate the number of service jobs performed per year by independent tire dealers across the U.S. in 2018.
Tech Minute: Replace The Whole CV Axle, Not Just The Boot
Babcox Media’s Andrew Markel discusses how the condition of the CV boot can tell a lot about the condition of the entire axle and why replacing the whole axle is better for the vehicle.
Making Brake Jobs Last Longer: Tips to Ensure the Quality of Your Work
All shops want to see a customer again but not for a brake comeback. Make sure your techs are following these tips to ensure the best brake job every time.
Bosch Expands Braking And Rotating Machine Product Lines
Bosch added new parts coverage for vehicles from Acura, BMW, Audi, Fiat, John Deere and more to cover more than 4.8 million vehicles in operation in the U.S. and Canada needing replacement brake pads, starters and alternators.
Tech Minute: Diagnosing A Brake Pull
Babcox Media’s Andrew Markel discusses the dreaded brake pull complaint and focuses on three areas of the vehicle to check to diagnose this problem faster.
Continental Offers Original Equipment ATE Wheel Speed Sensors To The Aftermarket
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has expanded its line of ATE brake products to include ATE wheel speed sensors.
Huge Growth Projected For Global Brake Caliper Market: Research Report
The global market for brake calipers will grow significantly due to government mandates for brake calipers and increased demand for vehicles, according to a research report.
VIS’s BrakeMate Wins ‘Best New Product or Service’ at BusCon
Vehicle Inspection Systems (VIS) was honored with the “Best New Product of Service” for its BrakeMate brake maintenance system at BusCon 2018 in Indianapolis.
Bosch Expands Braking, Rotating Machine And Wiper Blade Product Lines
Bosch has added new parts coverage for vehicles from Lexus, Cadillac, Chrysler, Honda, Ford and more in the months of July and August.
Meyle Expands Meyle-HD Brake Disc Portfolio
The Hamburg-based manufacturer has created 14 new references for the Meyle-PD brake disc.
Global Brake Safety Council Releases Update To Brake Pad Failure Mode Field Study
This past year, the Global Brake Safety Council (GBSC) conducted an engineering field study of 3,200 discarded brake pads, to determine whether the pads had failed or were just worn past specifications.
Raybestos Expands Opti-Cal Line
Raybestos has added nearly 100 new part numbers to its Opti-Cal line of premium plated brake calipers.
