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Tech Tips: Reading Calipers and Micrometers

Digital tools are great – but what happens if the battery goes dead? Here’s a reminder of how to read a micrometer.

Cordless vs. Pneumatic: The Battle Continues

What does the future hold? Will one gain the upper hand over time?

How Accurate Is Your Click-Style Torque Wrench?

The inner construction of the click-style torque wrench makes it naturally susceptible to a loss of factory calibration.

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.

Mayhew Tools Introduces Screwdriver Product Line

The line, featuring both individual tools and sets, fills a void in the market for screwdrivers entirely made in the USA.

EV Update: Getting Started with Tools and Safety

Electric Vehicle (EV) service is inevitable. It’s only a question of when you decide to start.

Hunter Engineering Debuts ROI Hub

Hunter Engineering’s new ROI Hub offers 13 specific ROI calculators for Hunter equipment.

Easy as 1, 2, 3

With the instant power of the internet, a complete list of tool manufacturers and company information is at your fingertips.

Understanding Static and Dynamic Air Pressure Differences

The reality is, your air tools are likely not getting the correct pressure and volume they desire – and you think they are.

Why Are Brake Lights So Hard To Replace?

Brake lights are a required safety item. Why should replacing a bulb require so much effort?

Collision Tools Can Make Service Jobs Easier

With the right tools, techs can tackle those jobs that are close to the line between collision and general repair.

Can Your Tool Shelf Be Too Full?

Every time I get things organized, somehow it gets away from me – finally, I figured out the problem!