Andrew Markel, Author at Shop Owner Magazine - Page 5 of 17
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What’s Under The Hood? Who Knows.

Are today’s engines really so delicate they need this much protection?

Brake Job Opportunities – Audi E-Tron

Customers notice every noise more often in today’s silent electric vehicles. Here’s how to keep everything quiet.

Hyundai & Kia Hybrid Drivetrain Diagnostics

The Hyundai hybrid system has a motor control unit (MCU) and hybrid control unit (HCU) with regenerative braking.

Brake Hardware – Little Pieces Can Solve Big Problems

How important can they be? A proper brake job means using the clips, springs and shims that come in the box.

Six Tips To Make Battery Diagnostics Better

Dead doesn’t always mean gone, especially under the hood. Here’s what to check when there’s no life in the battery.

Dynamics Of Transmission Fluid Hydraulics and Shifting

Properly servicing your customers’ automatic transmissions starts with understanding fluid flow.

How Some Shops Fight Catalytic Converter Thefts

Catalytic converters are critical to performance and appealing to criminal organizations. What can be done about thefts?

Your Most Critical EV Tool May Be A Charger

It can be confusing to explore EV options for your shop. Here are some of the most common questions about EV chargers.

Differences in Brake Fluid Matter To Cars – And Owners

Though DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 brake fluids are technically compatible with each other, when mixed, fluid properties can change.

Add Mustang Mach-E Service To Your Operation

Despite what you may imagine, there are still maintenance and repair opportunities in a Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Don’t Ignore Ride Control To Avoid Customer Complaints

Don’t become apathetic to selling ride control products because customers don’t understand safety – explain it!

As Cars Keep Aging, What Will The Future Look Like?

The big issue for the next 22 years is how sensors and software that make driving safer impact vehicle serviceability.