Navigating the Lubricant Labyrinth
A surge in specialized engine oils has led to some confusion over the correct recommendations for each application.
First Call: 2023 Counter Pro of the Year Randy Shambro
O’Reilly’s Shambro, the 2023 Counter Pro of the Year sponsored by WIX Filters, has found his calling.
Active vs. Passive Wheel-Speed Sensors
Both have the same job, but they differ in how they do it.
Winter Vehicle Prep
Keep your customers safe with these preventative-maintenance tips.
Selling Underhood Parts for Hybrids
Anything that can happen to an ICE in a standard vehicle can happen to an ICE in a hybrid.
Litens Campaign Emphasizes Proper Belt-Drive Maintenance
When it’s time to replace the drive belt, it’s also time to replace the tensioners and pulleys.
Are You Down with CVT?
The continuously variable transmission has its critics, but it’s probably here to stay.
Why Do Engines Overheat?
An overheated engine is a blatant indication that something is seriously wrong.
Brake Calipers: Rebuild or Replace?
Rebuilding isn’t hard, but usually it makes more sense to buy new or reman.
Paul McCarthy: This Is a Historic Moment for Consumer Choice
McCarthy calls the REPAIR Act the most important federal legislation for the aftermarket since Magnuson-Moss.
Bill Hanvey: Now’s the Time to Support Right to Repair
Hanvey details how “you and your company can take part in the most important battle our industry has ever faced.”
Selling Tie Rods and Steering Components
On a vehicle with rack-and-pinion steering, it’s not uncommon to replace outer tie-rod ends multiple times.
