Amsoil Releases New Lines of Specialized Motor Oil
Amsoil’s new synthetic motor oil lines include high-mileage and hybrid options, as well as a rework to its extended-life line.
Why Batteries Fail in The Summer Heat
We look at why car batteries fail and give suggestions to pass on for how to limit heat damage.
Monro Leverages ATD Partnership, Waives Battery Install Changes
Monro, Inc. recently implemented a series of initiatives designed to help customers prepare for winter driving. The company said these efforts are part of a forward-looking strategic plan to position the company as a strong competitor in every market across the country. “Monro’s guiding principle is to be ready for the customer when they walk
WVE Vehicle Electronics Introduces Nearly 800 New Part Numbers
WVE Vehicle Electronics introduced 778 new part numbers in September, which the company says are now available for a range of light and heavy-duty vehicle applications. In total, WVE announced 359 fuel system products, 124 HVAC products, 102 fuel injection products, 100 switches, 27 emissions products, 23 sensors, 16 relays, 14 pigtails/connectors, eight solenoids, three
Choosing the Right Timing Belt
When it comes to ordering a timing belt or a timing belt kit, there are a lot of choices. Different brands, prices, and quality levels can be confusing. But you have to ask yourself, “How well does the replacement belt match the original belt for materials and design?” Let’s talk materials. Most modern timing belts
Cooling System: Hose Inspection and Replacement
Radiator hoses, as well as heater and bypass hoses, are a part of a very complex coolant distribution system that is designed to regulate engine temperatures within a very precise range. Internal combustion engines create heat in the process of generating power. The heat must be precisely controlled or the engine will fail. The radiator
Stretch Belt Inspection and Installation
If you see a belt that does not have an automatic tensioner and runs between only two or three components, it’s probably a stretch belt. You may also notice some belts will have the word stretchy or stretch written on the back. A stretch belt can last 100,000 miles or more. On a worn belt,
Transtar Expands Into A/C Parts
Transtar Industries has launched a comprehensive line of vehicle air conditioning parts, components, and tools. The organization says the Transtar A/C product line is its first entry into non-transmission or driveline parts in its 47-year history. The Transtar A/C product line offers a complete line of air conditioning parts and covers thousands of vehicles from
Serpentine Drive Belt Kit Unboxing
Most technicians and customers understand that the Serpentine drive belt needs to be replaced at some point. Belts are a common maintenance item. At Continental, we encourage belt inspection at regular intervals in order to spot the signs of belt wear. Regular inspections should occur during all oil change maintenance and certainly at 30,000, 60,000
What Comes in a Timing Belt Kit?
Many engines today have two or more belts that will need to be replaced at some point. One is a serpentine belt on the front of the engine that drives the engine accessory such as the alternator and the air conditioning compressor. The other is the timing belt. If the engine has an overhead cam
Timing Belt Kit Unboxing
Many engines today have two or more belts that will need to be replaced at some point. One is a serpentine belt on the front of the engine that drives the engine accessory such as the alternator and the air conditioning compressor. The other is the timing belt. If the engine has an overhead cam
Modern Battery and Alternator Testing
In this video, Tire Review’s Maddie Winer discusses the ways in which battery charging systems have changed, from the Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio at Babcox Media.
