Wheel service. If you’ve recently added it to your shop’s offerings, you’re probably very glad you did. If you haven’t added it yet, a lot of your competition is probably very glad you haven’t. But you probably should. That’s a lot of “probably.” But wheel service is...
The New York Times isn’t exactly the first place you think about when it comes to automotive news. But several months ago, that’s exactly who sounded the warning alarm about the struggles that dealerships are having when it comes to finding and keeping good techs. One...
“I need to spend more time indoors under fluorescent lighting.” Chances are, you didn’t make that particular resolution for the New Year’s back in January. But you probably did resolve to add incremental growth to your business. Well, this summer is the perfect time...
If you live in the Chicago area or you’re a White Sox fan, then you know George Jacobs. No? Well, you probably recognize him as the “M&M Guy.” George is known for his bold M&M jacket which he can be seen wearing at almost every White...
In 1956, the Federal Aid Highway Act lays the groundwork for what we know as the Interstate Highway System. Its design and engineering was one of the largest technological breakthroughs ever made. And a lot of people would say it was the one of the last technological...
What features or benefits do you look for when deciding on new mobile column lifts? Do you want them to be easily adjustable and a breeze to roll around? How about quick setup and an easy to understand user interface? Maybe you need a completely wireless system that...
Ben Franklin was a patriot, a statesman and packed more wisdom into his writings than most Americans before or since. Every shop should have at least one of his quotes framed on the wall. “Well done is better than well said.” “By failing to prepare, you...
A lot of things are looking up. Unfortunately, that’s not as great as it sounds for shop owners, because a couple of those things are the cost of parts and labor. A recent study shows a 4.7% increase in labor costs and a 1.4% increase in the average cost of parts....
Jack stands may very well be the unsung heroes of the lift industry. Their simple, yet rugged design lends them to years of service in your garage. They can be that extra set of hands you need when removing components or even function as a 4-post lift when used...
