Training isn’t always going to be interesting or fun. Sometimes learning the basics may seem boring or stupid. But they’re necessary if you’re going to...
August - 2017
The procedure for disassembling the 845RE is relatively simple, if you’re familiar with the tricks and special tools necessary. Covers the tools you’ll...
CVTs may still be a bit unfamiliar to some, but they’re certain to be a big part of your future. Covers the procedures for disassembling and inspecting the...
Think all your trouble with today’s cars has to do with the advanced technology? Turns out most of the problem that keep you up at night could be fixed if...
A look at the pressure control system on Chrysler’s RFE transmissions, with an in-depth view of the solenoids they use. Covers the trouble codes associated...
An overview of GM’s ETRS system: a shift-by-wire electronic shifter that’s just begun to show up in 2017 Buicks and Cadillacs. Covers how the system works...
Backprobe or pierce? That’s a philosophical question that has plagued technicians for years. Turns out there may be a real benefit to piercing wires instead...
Why is it that people have to die before anyone says something nice about them? Turns out you can improve your business — and your overall happiness — if...
The next step in preparing for a smart exit from your business, by determining and helping enhance your shop’s value.
While teaching his grandson to drive, Jim discovered that many of the points that were important for a good driver also applied to running a successful...
Meet Jerry and Mary Ellen Heirigs, owners of J&M Transmission and Auto Service in Tea, South Dakota. And say hello to their furry, four-legged greeter, Bella.
Don’t miss the ATRA Powertrain Expo in Las Vegas at the Paris Hotel & Casino. Here's a small glimpse into what you and your family can experience while in...